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 Events for Lake Pleasant 
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Welcome to Lake Pleasant Regional Park.

One of the most scenic water recreation areas in the “Valley of the Sun,” this northwest Valley park is a recreationist’s dream. The park offers many activities, such as camping, boating, fishing, swimming, hiking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. At the Lake Pleasant Visitor Center, guests learn about the history of the area and desert wildlife. Step out onto the balcony surrounding the Visitor Center to get a beautiful view of Lake Pleasant and an up-close look at Waddell Dam. The breathtaking views offer visitors a great place to relax, whether it is from a boat or shoreline picnic site.

Upcoming Park Sponsored Events

May 2 - The park is hosting the second annual Scuba Adventure Day for divers and non-divers where you can check out everything related to scuba diving.
Safe Boating photo May 16 - Find out how to operate your boat safely at the Arizona Safe Boating Celebration.
Campout Adventure graphic June 27 - Join Lake Pleasant for a Campout Adventure to re-live the nostalgia of simpler times and get reacquainted with nature
Reward button To read the full story, click on the graphic.




Desert Tortoise Watch - 5/8/2009
Lake Pleasant "Then & Now" Visitor Center Ranger Talk - Lake Pleasant - 5/8/2009
Morgan City Wash Exploring Hike - Lake Pleasant - 5/9/2009
Desert Tortoise Watch - 5/9/2009
Mother's Day Scenic Nature Hike - Lake Pleasant - 5/10/2009
Desert Tortoise Watch - 5/10/2009
Lake Pleasant "Then & Now" Visitor Center Ranger Talk - Lake Pleasant - 5/10/2009
Pleasant Paddler Program - Tour of Pipeline and Cottonwood Coves - Lake Pleasant - 5/14/2009
Desert Tortoise Watch - 5/15/2009
Lake Pleasant "Then & Now" Visitor Center Ranger Talk - Lake Pleasant - 5/15/2009
more...


Coming soon!

Lake Pleasant environmental forecasts
now available by clicking here.

*When a fire ban is in effect for the
park system, you are not permitted to
have campfires, fire pits or operate
charcoal grills in the parks for safety
reasons. Thank you.

Park Hours
Open 24hrs
- 365 days a year  
Lake Pleasant Regional Park
41835 N. Castle Hot Springs Rd.
Morristown, AZ 85342
Entry Station 1-928-501-1710
Operations Center 602-372-7460
Fax 602-372-7465
lakepleasant@mail.maricopa.gov
 
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