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Coconino National Forest
1824 S. Thompson St.
Flagstaff, AZ 86001

928-527-3600

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Marshall Lake

Marshall Lake is a small marshy body of water that's generally full of coots and other waterfowl splashing, flapping, and[photo] Marshall Lake taken in July 2005cooting around. It is such valuable wildlife habitat that it is managed in partnership by Ducks Unlimited and the Arizona Game and Fish Department. During most years the lake has enough water in it to be stocked with trout by the ArizonaGame and

LEAVE NO TRACE

Please help the Forest Service protect the land by following these principles:

  1. Plan ahead and prepare
  2. Travel and camp on durable surfaces
  3. Dispose of waste properly
  4. Leave what your find
  5. Minimize campfire impacts
  6. Respect wildlife
  7. Be considerate of other visitors

Fish Department. In dry years, however, it may temporarily disappear! Even when the lake is dry this area still offers excellent opportunities for outdoor recreation. Dry or wet, a number of primitive campsites near the east side of the lake provide exceptional views of the peaks from pine sheltered locations. The surrounding area also serves as a good place to come to see some of this area's plentiful elk or its rare wintering bald eagles. The lake itself provides a hunting site for resident ospreys and a rest stop for migrating waterfowl.

Elevation: 7,115 feet

Season: Opens in early May and closed in mid-October. This seasonal opening is due to rough terrain and weather conditions.

Location: About 12 miles southeast of Flagstaff on paved and unpaved road.

Access: Drive 9 miles south from Flagstaff on Forest Highway 3 (Lake Mary Road). Turn east (left) on Forest Road 128 about 3 miles to the lake. The last mile or so is unpaved and may be impassable at times due to mud or snow.

Campground Season: Lakeview Campground at nearby Upper Lake Mary is open from May through September.

Attractions: Fishing (usually), Picnicking, Camping (primitive), Wildlife watching, Mountain biking, Photography

Facilities: Primitive boat launch on east side

Notes:

  • Boat/Motor size restriction: 10 horsepower maximum.
  • The northwest side of the lake is closed to vehicular traffic to protect waterfowl nesting habitat.
  • No toilets, tables, or drinking water available.
  • Camping next to the lake is not allowed; camp on the other side of the road.

Arizona Game and Fish Department Stocking Schedule

For more information contact:
Peaks/Mormon Lake Ranger Districts, 5075 N. Hwy 89, Flagstaff AZ 86004, (928) 526-0866

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Last Modified: Wednesday, 22 October 2008