Lake Pleasant Arizona.
Lake Pleasant

 

Lake Pleasant is the biggest lake in the Greater Phoenix area located about 30 miles north of Phoenix within the city limits of Peoria, a Phoenix suburb. The lake features over 50 miles of shoreline with 10,000 acres of crystal clear water fed primarily from the Agua Fria River.

 

Lake Pleasant is a fishing-lover's and boating enthusiast's paradise that includes camping, boating, house boating, sailing, water skiing, jet skiing. There are two paved boat launching ramps including a 10 lane and a 4 lane ramp. The adjacent parking lot will suit over 700 vehicles. The Pleasant Harbor Marina is full-service with wet slips, a convenience store, dry storage, and fuel service. They also have a boat repair center, a deli and a dockside bar. Boats are available for rent.

 

Fishing At Lake Pleasant

 

Anglers have experienced trophy-size catches at the lake with a wide variety of sport fish including largemouth bass, white crappie, white bass, channel catfish, and talapia. The salt water species of striper bass were introduced to the lake as water containing striper fry and eggs is pumped into the lake from the Colorado River via the Central Arizona Project canal.

 

Several creeks and washes feed into the lake and the feeding points are believed as hot fishing spots. They include Humbug Creek, Castle Creek and Cole's Wash. Although fishing can be good from the shore, it takes a boat to get to the heavy action locations.Pleasing features the best bass fishing in the area.

 

 

Camping At Lake Pleasant

 

You don’t need a boat on the water to enjoy the beauty of lake. Camping, and hiking opportunities are in teemingness. Campers and fishing lovers can find both day and overnight campgrounds able to manage many groups as well as tents and RV parking. At the Roadrunner Campground and Picnic Area there are 72 RV sites with water and electrical assemblages. Covered picnic tables, barbeque grills, restroom and shower facilities offer guests all latest conveniences to make their time even more enjoyable. The Desert Tortoise Campground and Cottonwood Day Use Areas are open daily from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. year round. Organizement can be made for overnight stays at both of these sites by contacting the park’s Special Events Coordinator.

 

 

Lake Pleasant Harbor

Pleasant Harbor is the lake's only marina and boasts a five star RV Resort which features 254 full hook-up RV sites and 40 partial sites. Visitors will all enjoy the clubhouse, heated pool and spa as well as boat access to the lake.

 

 

Directions To Lake Pleasant

 

From Phoenix, Take I-17 (Black Canyon Freeway) north and exit on Carefree Highway (Exit 223) and head west. The road becomes State Route 74, also known as Lake Pleasant Road. Travel west for about 15 miles and turn north on Castle Hot Springs Road. Continue for about 2 miles to the park's main entrance. To reach Pleasant Harbor Marina, turn north on Pleasant Harbor Road for about 1.5 miles to the main entrance.Charging fees are nominal.

 

 

Main Entrance To Lake Pleasant

 

The main entrance provides access to the Lake Pleasant Park's Visitor's Center, a 10 lane boat ramp, the Desert Tortoise Campgrounds and the Roadrunner Campgrounds.

 

 

North Entrance To The Lake

 

There is a secondary entrance to the lake about 3 miles past the main park entrance on Castle Hot Springs Road. You'll find the main access to the 4 lane boat ramp, shoreline camping areas and the Cottonwood day-use only picnic area which provides restroom convenience.

 

 

More Information

 

Lake Pleasant Regional Park
31535 S. Castle Hot Springs Rd.
Green Morristown, AZ 85342
Contact Station 925-392-3250

 

Arizona Fishing Map
Lake Pleasant - largemouth bass

Children under the age of six: No consumption

 

Women of child-bearing age and children between 6-16 years old: One 8 oz. fish meal per month

 

All other adult women: One 8 oz. fish meal per month unless a doctor supports a higher consumption rate.

 

Adult men: Five 8 oz. fish meals per month.

Roosevelt Lake - largemouth
bass and channel catfish

Children under the age of six: No consumption

 

Women of child-bearing age and children between 6-16 years old: One 8 oz. fish meal per month

 

All other adult women: One 8 oz. fish meal per month unless a doctor supports a higher consumption rate.

 

Adult men: Five 8 oz. fish meals per month.