Lynx Lake

Saturday, January 24, 2009 - 2:06pm

Summary

Lynx , located in the Prescott National Forest, was originally formed in 1952, when a dam was built on Lynx Creek. Only 5 miles from Prescott, Lynx Lake is a very popular recreation area with much to do and see, such as the cool ponderosa pine forest, archaelogical sites, and activities such as mountain biking, horseback riding and much more!

Map

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Activities

Hiking
Recreational gold panning
Horseback Riding
Mountain Biking
Bird Watching

Boating

Boating: 
Is Permitted with restrictions
Restrictions: 

 Non-motorized and electric-powered boats are permitted on the lake. No gas powered boats. Boat rentals are available at the Lynx Lake Store at the north enterance.

Launch Ramps: 

There is a two lane paved lanch ramp, which is a great area to fish from if the lake is not too busy.

Camping

There are two main campground:

Hilltop campground

38 sites, drinking water and toilets are available. There are no hookups and reservations are not required. The maximum size vehicle is 40 feet (12 m). The campground season is opened from April 1 to November 1. The fee is $10.00 per night. Access is on the east side of Walker Road, 3.5 miles (5.6 km) south of State Hwy 69.

For more information on the Hilltop Campground, click here.

Lynx campground

39 sites, drinking water and toilets are available. There are no hookups and reservations are not required. The maximum size vehicle is 40 feet (12 m). The campground season is opened from April 1 to November 1. The fee is $10.00 per night. Access is on the east side of Walker Road, 3 miles (4.8 km) south of State Hwy 69.

For more information on Lynx Lake Campground, click here.

Facilities

Park Benches
Picnic Tables
Picnic Shelters
BBQ Grills
Restaurant(s)

Activities

Hiking
Recreational gold panning
Horseback Riding
Mountain Biking
Bird Watching

Handicapped Access

Lynx Lake is perfect the for disthe physically disabled folks. There are several shore spots that are accessed by wheelchair as well as dock with handicapped access. Several handicapped parking spaces are available.

 

 

Launch Ramps

There is a two lane paved lanch ramp, which is a great area to fish from if the lake is not too busy.

Parking

There is plenty of parking at the south enterance to the lake. At the north enterance, you will find the Lynx Lake Cafe, also with plenty of parking space.

Rules & Restrictions

  • There is no swimming in the lake

Recent Reports from Lynx Lake

No recent reports.

Area

Prescott

Fees

  • $2 daily parking fee is charged at all developed day-use sites.
  • Wednesdays are always free. No parking fees are charged on any Wednesday.
  • Parking fees do not apply to visitors arriving on foot or bicycle

Surface Size

55 acres

Elevation

5530ft

Average Depth

40 ft

Limits

  • 6 Trout per day limit
  • 6 Bass per day limit
  • No limits on Crappie

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