Bermuda Flat Shoreline Area
Area Status: Open
Located along the shoreline of central Arizona’s largest lake. This site provides spectacular views of the Sierra Ancha Mountains and Four Peaks Wilderness. The gently sloping shoreline makes this a wonderful water recreation area. There are miles of expansive grassy areas near the shoreline lined with shade-providing mesquite trees.
At a Glance
Current Conditions: | Shoreline camping is allowed. However, please be aware there is limited shoreline for camping, so visitors are advised to make alternate plans if space is not available. |
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Open Season: | February 16 - November 14 |
Restrictions: | Stay limit 14 days, trailers under 32', pack it in pack it out, lake levels determine amount of spaces available, internal roads are not paved, this area is prone to flash floods. Camp out of flood areas and watch the weather carefully. Rules and regulations are posted on bulletin boards. Please read and observe, Shoreline boat launching. Do not attempt to launch large boats at this site. Seasonal Closure: Closed for wildlife protection Closure Order |
Closest Towns: | Roosevelt and Punkin Center |
Water: | Not Available |
Restroom: | Portable Toilets |
Passes: | The links below provide additional information on pricing and purchasing information.
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Information Center: | Tonto Basin Ranger District (602) 225-5395 |
General Information
Directions:This site is approximately 7 miles north of Roosevelt Dam. From Mesa: Take State Hwy. 87 (Beeline Highway) north for approximately 60 miles to the junction of State Hwy. 87 and State Hwy. 188. Turn right (south) onto State Hwy. 188 and continue for 26 miles to Bermuda Flat.
From the Globe area: Take State Hwy. 188 north for 30 miles to the junction of State Hwy. 88 and State Hwy. 188. Continue north on State Hwy. 188 across the bridge for another six miles to the site. View and download a map.
Activities
Campground Camping
- There are no designated campsites at this shoreline area, but camping along the shore is allowed.
- First come, first served.
- High water levels will limit the amount of available shoreline in this area.
- Current lake level information can be found on SRP's Daily Water Report.
https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/tonto/recreation/camping-cabins/recarea/?recid=35725&actid=29
No. of Sites | 3 |
No. of Accessible sites | 3 |
Hours of Operation: |
https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/tonto/recreation/camping-cabins/recarea/?recid=35725&actid=29 |
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Rental info: |
https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/tonto/recreation/camping-cabins/recarea/?recid=35725&actid=29 |
Lake and Pond Fishing
Roosevelt Lake Fish Species: Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass; Crappie; Sunfish; Channel and Flathead Catfish
Boating - Motorized
Roosevelt Lake
Launch Ramps | Boat Launch, unpaved |
Boating - Non-Motorized
Roosevelt Lake
Launch Ramps | Boat launch, unpaved |
Alerts & Warnings
- 03-12-02-24-51 Oak Flat Ceremonial Closure
- 03-12-04-24-04 Colcord Campground Public Safety Closure
- 03-12-03-24-52 Forest Road 287 Area Closure
- 03-12-01-24-53 Jojoba Boat Launch Temporary Closure
- 03-12-03-24-50 Siphon Fire Trails Closure Order
- 03-12-03-24-47_Boulder Fishing Pier Temporary Closure
- 03-12-01-24-45 Wildcat Reduction Closure Order
- 03-12-00-24-43 West Fire Emergency Closure
- Equestrian Users Please Be Aware
- 03-12-06-24-27 Tonto Creek Crossing Road Closures
- 03-12-03-24-13 State Route 88 FishCreek Closure
- 03-12-00-23-36 Target Type Restrictions Order
- Amended - Apache Lake Closure - Lower Burnt Corral Campground remains closed
- Bald Eagle Seasonal Closures
- Occupancy and Use Restrictions
- Update on State Route 88 (Apache Trail) - August 18, 2021
- Redmond Fire Road Closure