Bear Canyon Lake (Mogollon Rim)
A scenic, deep, cold lake high on the Mogollon Rim. A popular spot offering a much cooler mountain climate relative
Central Arizona / Mogollon Rim
Fossil Creek
One of only two federally designated Wild & Scenic Rivers in Arizona; over 30 million gallons of 70°F spring water
Water Wheel Falls / East Verde River
A confluence of the East Verde River and Ellison Creek with whirlpools, small waterfalls, and a deep pool below a
Ellison Creek
A popular East Verde River tributary swimming spot just north of Water Wheel, known for cold, inviting water.
Horton Creek
A higher-elevation Mogollon Rim creek recommended as a cooler summer alternative when lower-elevation spots get too hot.
Blue Ridge Reservoir
A lesser-known, high-elevation reservoir noted by local guides as one of the most underrated swimming spots in Arizona.
East Clear Creek
A scenic Mogollon Rim creek near Blue Ridge Reservoir with several swimming access points.