Welcome to Lake Pleasant Regional Park.

One of the most scenic water recreation areas in the “Valley of the Sun,” this northwest Valley park is a recreationist’s dream. The park offers many activities, such as camping, boating, fishing, swimming, hiking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. At the Lake Pleasant Visitor Center, guests learn about the history of the area and desert wildlife. Step out onto the balcony surrounding the Visitor Center to get a beautiful view of Lake Pleasant and an up-close look at Waddell Dam. The breathtaking views offer visitors a great place to relax, whether it is from a boat or shoreline picnic site.

Upcoming Park Sponsored Events

	While most people were huddled indoors out of the torrential rain on Dec. 7 when a major winter storm pummeled the state, John Davis was enjoying a fishing bonanza at Lake Pleasant, including landing a new inland state record striped bass. Arizona Game and Fish Department officials say John’s monster striper weighed in at 28.58 pounds and measured 45.7 inches long.
	Bikers Soar for Wildlife Poker Run February 14, 2010 / Registration: 8:00am-9:30am Start Location: Arrowhead Harley-Davidson 16130 Fountain Center Drive, Peoria, Arizona Ride Starts at 9:00 am from Arrowhead Harley-Davidson. Ride ends at Dillons at Lake Pleasant's Scorpion Bay
	It’s time to mark your calendar for April 3, 2010 and get ready for the Sixth Annual Dam Good Run, Walk, Hike. To learn more about the event or download a registration form, click here.
	Join us on May 1, 2010 for Scuba Adventure Day at the lake. Click here to learn more!
	Dillon's Restaurant is pleased to announce that they are now open! You'll find the restaurant at Scorpion Bay Marina which is located off of Peninsula Blvd.
	The Stargazing for Everyone Program will be offered at Lake Pleasant on... Saturday, March 20, 2010 @ 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 16, 2010 @ 7:30 p.m.
	The 2009 version of Zap the Zebra brochure is now available online. To download our free copy, click on the links below: 2009 Zap the Zebra Brochure Inside PDF (3.2 MB) 2009 Zap the Zebra Brochure Outside PDF (2.9 MB)

Lake Pleasant Bald Eagle Agua Fria Channel Closure 12/8/2009 - 6/15/2010

Reptiles of Arizona, Live! - 2/20/2010

Arizona Wildlife, LIVE! - 3/20/2010

Stargazing at Lake Pleasant - 3/20/2010

Dam Good Run, Walk, Hike - Save The Date! - 4/3/2010

Stargazing at Lake Pleasant - 4/16/2010

Lake Pleasant Scuba Adventure Day - Save the Date! - 5/1/2010

Lake Pleasant Paddle Fest 2010 - 5/14/2010

Lake Pleasant Paddle Fest 2010 - 5/15/2010

Lake Pleasant Paddle Fest 2010 - 5/16/2010

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NOTICE: It’s time again for Arizona’s bald eagles to begin their breeding activities and outdoor recreationists are asked to help protect important breeding areas by honoring closures across the state. Lake Pleasant will close the Agua Fria Channel at the eagle closure buoy line from December 15, 2009 to June 15, 2010. You may still access the Agua Fria area via foot from Table Mesa Road.

Coming soon!

Lake Pleasant environmental forecasts
now available by clicking here.

*When a fire ban is in effect for the
park system, you are not permitted to
have campfires, fire pits or operate
charcoal grills in the parks for safety
reasons. Thank you.