About Lake Mary Narrows Boat Launch and Picnic Area
Next >There are a number of reasons to have a picnic at Lake Mary Narrows. You might be interested in fishing for the walleye, trout, and channel catfish that live in Upper Lake Mary while enjoying your picnic at the nearby picnic tables. It can also serve as a great place to take a time out from cruising in your boat, which may be anything from a canoe to a jet boat on this upland lake where there is no restriction on boat motor size. On the other hand, if you're a bird watcher, you may want to come here to see the migrating waterfowl or wintering eagles that regularly put in an appearance at the lake. In any of these cases and more, you'll find an afternoon at Lake Mary Narrows a varied and enjoyable experience.In addition to the boat launch and parking, you can expect clean vault toilets, picnic tables and cooking grills. See Lake Mary Recreation Corridor for more recreation sites and information about the area.
How to Get There
Location: 13 miles southeast of Flagstaff on paved roads. Elevation is 7,000 feet.GPS (Narrows boat launch, Map): 35°03'52.1"N 111°30'13.0"WAccess: Drive 13 miles south from Flagstaff on Forest Highway 3 (Lake Mary Road). The picnic area is on the west side of the road in a grove of trees. Click on map thumbnail for larger view.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Plan Your Visit to Lake Mary Narrows Boat Launch and Picnic Area
Heading to Lake Mary Narrows Boat Launch and Picnic Area? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for Lake Mary Narrows Boat Launch and Picnic Area?
No central reservation system listed for Lake Mary Narrows Boat Launch and Picnic Area. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/264738) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I get to Lake Mary Narrows Boat Launch and Picnic Area?
Location: 13 miles southeast of Flagstaff on paved roads. Elevation is 7,000 feet.GPS (Narrows boat launch, Map): 35°03'52.1"N 111°30'13.0"WAccess: Drive 13 miles south from Flagstaff on Forest Highway 3 (Lake Mary Road). The picnic area is on the west side of the road in a grove of trees. Click on map thumbnail for larger view.
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