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Alt Names Bartlett Reservoir, Horshoe Dam, Bootles Canyon, Indian Springs Wash, Verde River, Fr 42, Tono National Forest, Bartlett Dam, Rattlesnake Recreation Site, South Cove Recreation Site
Last Known Status Closed
Bartlett Lake has one main but challenging jeep trail known as the FR 42 that consists of sandy washes, steep hills and rocky sections.  Summer temperatures can get very hot (100+ degrees) so bring extra shade plus water and keep an eye out for desert wildlife such as lizards and rattlesnakes.   Most of the southern part and all of the eastern part of Bartlett Lake is inaccessible, however the western side of the lake offers camping, picnic and day use facilities.
LOCATION
Nearest City Carefree, AZ
GPS Coordinates N 33º 50.644' W 111º 38.668'
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From: Carefree, AZ

1) Follow N. Cave Creek Rd east for about 6 miles
2) Turn right (east) on E. Bartlett Dam Rd. and continue for about 13 miles
3) After you pass a pay station turn left (north) on SR 459
4) Proceed about 2 miles to the FR 42 sign
AREA TYPE
Area Type Trail
Land Type National Forest
QUALITY
Pros scenic views of Bartlett Lake and surrounding desert vegetation, on-site boat ramp and campgrounds
Cons hot, dry
Rating Bartlett Lake Recreation Area    Good
Recommended Stay 1-2 Days
Winter/Spring
REGULATIONS
Permit Required No
Dates Open Year-Round
Spark Arrestor Yes
Noise Limit Yes AZ
Night Riding Unknown
Flags Not Required
Two Strokes No Restriction
Cross Country Prohibited
ATVs No Restriction
4x4s (registered) No Restriction
Unregistered Cars/4x4s/Buggies No Restriction
Bicycles No Restriction Not Recommended
Hiking No Restriction Not Recommended
Horseback No Restriction Not Recommended
Camping Some Areas (camp in developed sites only)
Campfires Some Areas (permitted in developed campsites only)
Alcohol No Restriction
Fireworks Prohibited
Firearms Some Areas
Law Enforcement Few/Periodic
FEES
Parking Fee No ($0.00)
Entry Fee Yes ($4.00 per vehicle)
$2.00 per boat
Riding Fee No ($0.00)
Camping Fee No ($0.00)
KEY SERVICES
First Aid 20-30 Miles (SW) Mayo Clinic Hospital (480) 515-6296
Gasoline 5-20 Miles (W) Shell (480) 488-3451
Diesel 5-20 Miles (W) Shell (480) 488-3451
Water 5-20 Miles (W) Carefree
RV Hookup 20-30 Miles (W) Cave Creek Recreation Area (623) 465-0431
RV Disposal 20-30 Miles (W) Cave Creek Recreation Area (623) 465-0431
Campground On Site
Conv Store 5-20 Miles (W) Bashas (480) 488-1797
Swim Area On Site Bartlett Lake
Water Body On Site Bartlett Lake
Boat Ramp On Site Bartlett Lake Marina (602) 316-3378
CONTACTS
Contact Info Tonto Natioal Forest
2324 E. Mcdowell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 225-5200
www.fs.fed.us
Contact Info nbluestein@fs.fed.us
Contact Info hikerted@gmail.com
Contact Info dianejimenez@fs.fed.us
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