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Ashurst Lake

Launch your boats (and other adventures) at Ashurst Lake.

The Ashurst Lake boat launch, located on the west side of the lake, is open as weather permits, and allows water access for fishing, paddling and other activities.

General Information

Exterior image of the Flagstaff Ranger Station.

Address: 5075 N. Highway 89, Flagstaff, AZ 86001
Phone: 928-526-0866
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: SM.FS.Cof_Webmail@usda.gov

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 35.02101

Longitude: -111.40732

Elevation

7,000 ft.

Directions

Location: 20 miles southeast of Flagstaff on paved and graveled roads.

GPS (Map): 35°01'15.7"N 111°24'26.2"W

Access: Drive south 19 miles from Flagstaff on Lake Mary Road then east about 4 miles on Forest Road 82E.

Travel Considerations

During the winter, roads leading into the area are closed to vehicles.

Facility and Amenity Information

Accessibility

Restrooms

Restrooms are not available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Picnic Tables

Picnic tables are available at this site.

At the campgrounds

Recreation Opportunities

Boating - Motorized Info

Single electric motor or single gasoline engine limited to 10 horsepower. See Arizona Game & Fish Department Watercraft Rules and Regulations for additional information.

Viewing Wildlife Info

Birdwatching is at its prime during the spring waterfowl migration. White-faced ibises tend to graze in the shallows along with the cinnamon teal, pintails and other ducks. Bald eagles and osprey can also be seen in the area, along with a number of species of hawks and songbirds.

Last updated April 30th, 2025