Roosevelt Lake--Cottonwood Cove Picnic Area

Roosevelt Lake--Cottonwood Cove Picnic Area

Tonto National Forest Tonto Basin, Arizona 85553

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About this Location

This site is 2 miles northeast of the historic Roosevelt Dam. From Mesa: Take AZ-87 (Beeline Highway) north for about 60 miles to the junction of AZ-87 and AZ-188. Turn right and follow AZ-188 for 35 miles to the site. The entire route is paved.

From the Globe area: Take AZ-188 north for 26 miles to the site. The entire route is paved.

About Roosevelt Lake

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Migratory waterfowl (including Canada geese) and raptors (including bald eagles and osprey) use the lake during the fall and winter. Small isolated islands and coves offer outstanding opportunities for camping and relaxing in the unique Sonoran Desert.

From Mesa: Take AZ-87 (Beeline Highway) north for about 60 miles to the junction of AZ-188. Turn right and follow AZ-188 for 26 miles to the lake. The entire route is paved.

From Globe area: Take AZ-188 northwest 27 miles to the lake. The entire route is paved.

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