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Upper Lake Mary

Upper Lake Mary is the largest of Flagstaff's twin lakes. This long, narrow reservoir is especially popular with power boaters and water skiers because there is no motor size limit on it. But it's also popular with those who prefer people-power or windpower over horsepower. You're liable to see everything from jet boats to rubber rafts, canoes and sailboats all sharing this same body of water. It's a popular fishing spot, too.

Reservations

Ramadas at Upper Lake Mary cannot be reserved and are available on a first-come, first-served basis only.

General Information

This site requires a pass.

Three types of passes are accepted at Upper Lake Mary:

  • America the Beautiful Interagency Passes
  • Red Rock Passes
  • Lake Mary-specific passes

Find more information about passes on our Passes page.

Swimming is not allowed within 50 feet of any boat ramp.

Abide by all posted fire restrictions.

If an America the Beautiful Interagency Pass or Red Rock Pass is not used, Lake Mary-specific passes can be purchased at an on-site kiosk. 

  • Day: $10 / vehicle
  • Week: $15 / vehicle
  • Season / Year: $20 / vehicles

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: 35.08129

Longitude: -111.5315

Elevation

6,818 ft.

Directions

Location: 12 miles southeast of Flagstaff.

  • Boat launch #1(Map): 35°04'22.3"N 111°31'26.9"W
  • Boat launch #2 (Map): 35°04'16.4"N 111°31'19.0"W

Access: Drive 12 miles south from Flagstaff on Lake Mary Road.

Travel Considerations

Roads are paved and suitable for all vehicles.

Parking

Upper Lake Mary features a paved parking lot and two boat launches.

Facility and Amenity Information

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Picnic Tables

Picnic tables are available at this site.

In addition to picnic tables, ramadas and grills are available.

Last updated May 9th, 2025