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Bagley Flat Campground and Boat Dock

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Bagley Flat Campground and Boat Dock is located near the Salt River in Arizona, featuring a landscape of desert terrain with surrounding hills. Temperatures can range from 40°F in winter to over 100°F in summer. Visitors can explore nearby Saguaro Lake for boating and fishing activities.

Description

US Forest Service

Tonto National Forest

Bagely Flat Bagley Flat is notable for its boat access only camping on Saguaro Lake. Camping is allowed at the 10 designated sites with grills and tables provided. This location is fun during the summer months because of the nice grove of mesquite trees that provide and abundance of shade. Bagley Flat also has a courtesy dock for easy fishing.

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Location

Bagley Flat Campground and Boat Dock is located in Arizona

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Directions

This site is 35 miles east of Mesa. From Mesa, travel 27 miles north on State Hwy. 87 to Bush Highway/Forest Road (FR) 204 and turn right. Follow FR 204 for 4 miles to the lake. The last 4 miles are by boat. The entire route to the lake is paved. Click Here For Map.

Coordinates

33.57144582 N
111.48418097 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
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  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Water Hookups

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3 Reviews

Reviewed Mar. 28, 2025

Secluded

Hidden away camp area. Only way to get to it is to boat in, but there is plenty of dock space

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  • Review photo of Bagley Flat Campground and Boat Dock by Josh S., March 28, 2025
Reviewed Apr. 18, 2019

Dessert camping

This site was nice and provided a lot of amenities, however desert camping proved not to be my style. Tons or cholla cactus create threat to pets or even people when trying to maneuver in the dark. Easy place for beginners to get acquainted with camping and lots of activities available.

  • Review photo of Bagley Flat Campground and Boat Dock by Emily K., April 18, 2019
  • Review photo of Bagley Flat Campground and Boat Dock by Emily K., April 18, 2019
  • Review photo of Bagley Flat Campground and Boat Dock by Emily K., April 18, 2019
Reviewed Nov. 1, 2018

Boat access only

This camping area is on Saguaro Lake and only offers boat-in camping. You'll need a Tonto National forest permit with watercraft sticker. It's beautiful here. The lake itself can be crowded but I think it's worth a chance, especially considering most are coming for day use. Nearby you can do Salt Water River Tubing or visit the (now second) tallest fountain in the world at Fountain Hills. Once you get off the highway, the drive down is beautiful. The water always looks so blue and seeing wild horses is almost a guarantee!

  • Review photo of Bagley Flat Campground and Boat Dock by Audrey R., November 1, 2018
  • Review photo of Bagley Flat Campground and Boat Dock by Audrey R., November 1, 2018
  • Review photo of Bagley Flat Campground and Boat Dock by Audrey R., November 1, 2018
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does Bagley Flat Campground and Boat Dock have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Bagley Flat Campground and Boat Dock has water hookups.

  • Are fires allowed at Bagley Flat Campground and Boat Dock?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Bagley Flat Campground and Boat Dock, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Bagley Flat Campground and Boat Dock have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Bagley Flat Campground and Boat Dock does not have wifi.