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Lynx Lake Recreation Area

Located in the cool pines just outside of Prescott, AZ, Lynx Lake Recreation Area offers a wide variety of recreational opportunities including hiking, mountain biking, camping, fishing, boating, and picnicking. Scroll down (below the recreation map) to learn more about the excellent recreational opportunities at Lynx Lake.

Lynx Lake is periodically stocked with trout by the Arizona Game and Fish Department.  A valid fishing or combination license is required for resident and non-resident anglers 10 years of age or older fishing any publicly accessible water in Arizona.

Visit the AZGFD Fishing webpage for more information about fish stocking schedules, licensing, where to fish and more: https://www.azgfd.com/fishing-2/

 

Lynx Lake Recreation Area Brochure  

 

General Information

Year-round

Day-use sites and trailheads:

  • March 1 - April 30: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
  • May 1 - August 31: 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • September 1 - November 30: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • December 1 - February 28 (or 29): 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

  • Pets must be on a leash (6' maximum)
  • Electric motors or 10 HP or less gas-powered motors only

Getting There

Elevation

5800' at Hilltop Campground

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are not available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Last updated April 26th, 2025