Mingus Mountain – Mingus Lake
A gorgeous small mountain lake about 7500 ft. elevation with a marshy runoff on right side. Most of high elevation warblers and more.
Site Information
Region: North Central
County: Yavapai
Directions: From Sedona/Cottonwood go South on 89a through Jerome to crest of Mingus Mtn.. Turn left and go 2 miles until you see lake on right.
Latitude: 34.696886
Longitude: -112.129311
Operational Hours: Seasonal closings, check with site manager
Admission or Fees: A fee to park, Senior pass works
Best time to visit: May, August, September are best.
Habitats: Lake or Pond, Pine-oak Forest, Pine forest
Know Before You Go
It can be much colder than the Verde valley. Dress warm. 2 mile dirt road is a bit rough and dusty. Regular car is fine, but go slow. You can walk completely around the lake. closed in winter.
Safety First! Arizona has many beautiful places to explore and we’d like to help you make it a safe and enjoyable experience. Check out our recommendations for hiking precautions.
Species Highlights
Speciality: Acorn Woodpecker, Black-throated Gray Warbler, Grace’s Warbler, Olive Warbler, Painted Redstart, Red-faced Warbler
Contact Information
USDA
Prescott National Forest - Verde Ranger District
300 East Highway 260
Camp Verde, AZ 86322
Phone: 928-567-4121
Website: https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/prescott/about-forest/offices/?cid=fswdev3_009840
Additional Resources
Learn more about birds reported at this location at eBird:
https://ebird.org/hotspot/L839307
Additional Resources:
Hermit & Townsend's Warblers possible in migration. Cordilleran Flycatchers & House Wrens &Western Bluebirds should be easy. Steller's Jays & Band-tailed Pigeons possible. Mountain Chickadees & Pygmy & White-breasted Nuthatches possible.
