LYMAN LAKE STATE PARK
Created as an irrigation reservoir by damming the Little Colorado River, Lyman Lake State Park is a 1,200-acre park that encompasses the shoreline of a 1,500-acre reservoir at an elevation of 6,000 feet. It is fed by snowmelt from the slopes of Mount Baldy and Escudilla Mountain, the second and third highest mountains in Arizona. Water is channeled into this river valley from a 790-square-mile watershed extending into New Mexico.
Because of its size, Lyman Lake is one of the few bodies of water in northeastern Arizona with no size restrictions on boats. The west end of the lake is buoyed off and restricted as a no wake area (5 mph). This allows the angler a chance at a variety of fish without the proximity of speedboats and water-skiers. The fishery consists of walleye, channel catfish and largemouth bass. The large remainder of the lake is open for all other types of water sports.
Lyman Lake really comes into its own during the spring, summer, and fall. Summer days, with temperature highs in the 80's to low 90's, are perfect for fishing, swimming, leisure boating, water-skiing, hiking or just plain relaxing.
The forest at the park provides critical winter homes for Rocky Mountain Elk, Bald and Golden Eagles, and Mule Deer. Other birds in the park include Osprey, Egrets, Sandhill Cranes, and Mountain Bluebirds. Reptiles found in the park include the Plateau Striped Whiptailand Sagebrush Lizard. Stop by the Visitor Center for a birding checklist.
Created as an irrigation reservoir by damming the Little Colorado River, Lyman Lake State Park is a 1,200-acre park that encompasses the shoreline of a 1,500-acre reservoir at an elevation of 6,000 feet. It is fed by snowmelt from the slopes of Mount Baldy and Escudilla Mountain, the second and third highest mountains in Arizona. Water is channeled into this river valley from a 790-square-mile watershed extending into New Mexico.
Because of its size, Lyman Lake is one of the few bodies of water in northeastern Arizona with no size restrictions on boats. The west end of the lake is buoyed off and restricted as a no wake area (5 mph). This allows the angler a chance at a variety of fish without the proximity of speedboats and water-skiers. The fishery consists of walleye, channel catfish and largemouth bass. The large remainder of the lake is open for all other types of water sports.
Lyman Lake really comes into its own during the spring, summer, and fall. Summer days, with temperature highs in the 80's to low 90's, are perfect for fishing, swimming, leisure boating, water-skiing, hiking or just plain relaxing.
Arizona offers a non-commercial standard pass for weekday use at all parks, including weekends at most parks and the non-commercial premium pass which includes weekend and holiday access to the parks. Boyce Thompson Arboretum is not included in either annual park pass. You can find additional Arizona Annual State Park Pass informataion and order online by visiting the
ARIZONA ANNUAL STATE PARK PASS web page.
Camping Group Building: 1,128 sq. ft., fully enclosed building with two restrooms, a storage room, folding tables and chairs, indoor/outdoor lighting, electrical outlets, water, a cement patio with a large barbecue grill, picnic tables, heater, evaporation cooler, fire pit, boat dock, and fishing cove. The area is fenced off from the rest of the park. Tent camping sites and 11 full hook up sites with water, sewer, and electric are available for overnight camping. No hot water or showers are available at the building, but use of the campground showers is allows. Check out time is 2 pm. A non-refundable reservation deposit for one or more nights is required. Day use park entrance fees are in addition to the reservation fee. There is a minimum requirement of 6 paid camping units per night to reserve this area.
Reservations are on a first-come first-served basis. Reservations will be accepted for the following year beginning January 1st. Reservation fees must be received within 10 calendar days or another reservation can legally be accepted. Checkout time for day use is 10 pm.
Camping Cabins
Four one-room log camping cabins are available by reservation. They overlook Lyman Lake with covered wood porches and comfortable features. Cabins are furnished with 2 bunk beds with mattresses, a full size bed with mattress, 1 table, 4 chairs, electricity, light, heat, air conditioning, and a lockable door. Campers must supply their own linens. They are accessible by car and RV and equipped with electric hook-ups outside. Picnic tables and charcoal grills make for a well-equipped outdoor setting. Restrooms and showers are within walking distance. Cabins are available year-round. Cabins sleep up to four people, with a maximum capacity of six people. The park will provide two additional cots free of charge.
RV Camping Sites
61 available sites. 38 hookup sites (13 include sewer) and 23 non-hookup sites.
Lyman Lake is one of our favorite parks. It has great amenities and is well taken care of. The staff is very friendly and take great pride in Lyman Lake.
Some of the best petroglyphs in area.
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