Canyon Lake Marina & Campground sits directly on the water within Tonto National Forest, accessed via the winding curves of State Route 88. The 28 RV sites and 18 tent areas occupy a compact footprint where campers park just steps from Canyon Lake's shoreline. Shane W. notes the facility provides "water hookup and electrical hookup" for RVs, though sewer connections require a pump-out service for $20.
Sites cluster tightly together, with the western spots featuring grass and shade trees while eastern sites offer more direct water access. Pam A. describes the basic setup: "Clean, basic spots with fire pit and picnic table." RVs up to 50 feet can navigate the access road, though the tight curves on Route 88 require slow speeds and careful maneuvering. Tent campers should note that no water spigots serve the tent area.
Kayakers and paddleboarders launch directly from camp to explore the lake's quieter eastern arm, where motorboats rarely venture. The on-site marina offers boat launching and tie-up access, while the adjacent restaurant and bar serve meals and drinks. Dolly Steamboat provides scenic tours departing from the marina dock. A hiking trail begins across the road for those seeking elevated views of the surrounding desert landscape.
Road noise from Route 88 carries into camp, particularly on weekends when motorcycles frequent the route until late evening. Early morning boat launches can wake tent campers around 4:30 AM. The facility charges extra fees for additional vehicles and maintains quiet hours after 10 PM. Reservations help secure waterfront sites during busy periods.
For campers seeking different settings, Tortilla Campground provides a more secluded alternative just over a mile away.
Description
Commerical Site, Please call for information, Tel: (480)288-9233, Paved Boat Launch
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Location
Public CampgroundCanyon Lake Marina & Campground is located in Arizona
Coordinates
33.53435937 N
111.42257482 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 1 user
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 4/1/26
- AT&TLTEGood CoverageVerified by 12 usersLast on 4/1/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 1 user
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 4/1/26
- AT&TLTEGood CoverageVerified by 12 usersLast on 4/1/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 22 min from Phoenix, AZ
- 3 hrs 26 min from Prescott Valley, AZ
- 3 hrs 28 min from Tucson, AZ
- 4 hrs 9 min from Flagstaff, AZ





























