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Recreation Region: Flagstaff Ranger District

Upper Lake Mary

Current Conditions
Due to low water levels, the only ramp recommended for motorized watercraft is the south boat ramp at Upper Lake Mary. The north courtesy dock is not in the water. Non-motorized watercraft, such as kayaks and paddleboards, can be launched from both the south and north boat ramps at Upper Lake Mary as well as the launch at the Narrows. Current south ramp launching recommendations: Launch one watercraft at a time on the aggregate past the concrete ramp Wade to the launch area and pre-position watercraft for launch Use four-wheel drive on the launch ramp - two-wheel drive vehicles will likely lose traction below the concrete Smaller boats with shorter trailers will be easier to launch

Upper Lake Mary is the largest of Flagstaff's twin lakes. This long, narrow reservoir is especially popular with power boaters and water skiers because there is no motor size limit on it. But it's also popular with those who prefer people-power or windpower over horsepower. You're liable to see everything from jet boats to rubber rafts, canoes and sailboats all sharing this same body of water. It's a popular fishing spot, too.

Reservations

Ramadas at Upper Lake Mary cannot be reserved and are available on a first-come, first-served basis only.

General Information

  • Swimming is not allowed within 50 feet of any boat ramp.
  • Abide by all posted fire restrictions.

  • Day: $10 / vehicle
  • Week: $15 / vehicle
  • Season / Year: $20 / vehicles

Exterior image of the Flagstaff Ranger Station.

Address: 5075 N. Highway 89, Flagstaff, AZ 86001
Phone: 928-526-0866
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: SM.FS.Cof_Webmail@usda.gov

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 35.08129

Longitude: -111.5315

Elevation

6,837 ft.

Directions

Location: 12 miles southeast of Flagstaff.

  • Boat launch #1(Map): 35°04'22.3"N 111°31'26.9"W
  • Boat launch #2 (Map): 35°04'16.4"N 111°31'19.0"W

Access: Drive 12 miles south from Flagstaff on Lake Mary Road.

Travel Considerations

Roads are paved and suitable for all vehicles.

Parking

Upper Lake Mary features a paved parking lot and two boat launches.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are not available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Picnic Tables

Picnic tables are available at this site.

In addition to picnic tables, ramadas and grills are available.

Last updated June 24, 2026