Tonto National Forest
2324 E. McDowell Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85006
desk: (602) 225-5200
fax: (602) 225-5295
Welcome
The Tonto National
Forest, Arizona, embraces almost 3 million acres of
rugged and spectacularly beautiful country, ranging
from Saguaro cactus-studded desert to pine-forested
mountains beneath the Mogollon Rim. This variety in
vegetation and range in altitude (from 1,300 to 7,900
feet) offers outstanding recreational opportnunities
throughout the year, whether it's lake beaches or cool
pine forest.
As the fifth largest forest
in the United States, the Tonto National Forest is
one of the most-visited “urban” forests
in the U.S. (approximately 5.8 million visitors annually).
Its boundaries are Phoenix to the south, the Mogollon
Rim to the north and the San Carlos and Fort Apache
Indian reservations to the east. more
Dropping water levels prompt Bartlett Lake ramp closures
PHOENIX (November 12, 2009) – Dropping water levels at Bartlett Lake have prompted Tonto National Forest officials to close off the paved boat ramps providing access to the lake. More info