Mormon Lake
This large, natural lake about a half-hour drive south of Flagstaff attracts a large variety of birds and mammals. The water in the lake, if any, depends on the time of year and recent precipitation.
Site Information
Region: Northern
County: Coconino
Directions: You can drive around the entire lake. There are two pullouts for viewing off of Lake Mary Road: one at the north end of the lake, and one towards the south end.
Latitude: 34.963
Longitude: -111.4383
Operational Hours: Open all year, 24 hours a day
Admission or Fees: None
Best time to visit: Year-round
Habitats: Grassland, Marsh or Wetland, Lake or Pond, Pine forest
Know Before You Go
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, Canyon Wren, Grace’s Warbler, Red Crossbill, Red-faced Warbler, Virginia’s Warbler
Charismatic: American Kestrel, Lesser Goldfinch, Western Kingbird, Yellow-headed Blackbird
Contact Information
Coconino National Forest
US Forest Service
5075 N. Highway 89
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
Phone: 928-526-0866
Website: https://www.fs.usda.gov/coconino
Additional Resources
Learn more about birds reported at this location at eBird:
https://ebird.org/hotspot/L266346
Additional Resources:
Other eBird hotspots associated with Mormon Lake:
Mormon Lake Overlook
Grass Flat Tank
Fulton Pond
