Roosevelt Lake – Vineyard Canyon Picnic Area
The drive to Vineyard Canyon is highlighted by spectacular views of the Sierra Ancha Mountains, Four Peaks Wilderness, Roosevelt Lake and the Tonto Basin.
Easy access off paved State Highway to large picnic area (40 sites) with tables and ramadas on south side of Roosevelt Lake. Amenities with trails that give access to the lake. Mixed mature desert foliage, trees and bushes. Excellent location for wintering waterfowl, egrets, heron. Numerous resident and migrating passerines. Bald eagles and Canadian Geese in winter months.
Site Information
Region: North Central
County: Gila
Directions: Site 2.5 miles northwest of Roosevelt Dam on east side of State Route 188.
Latitude: 33.696374
Longitude: -111.179243
Operational Hours: Open all year, dawn til dusk
Admission or Fees: None
Best time to visit:Fall, winter and spring. Can be very warm during summer months.
Habitats: Desert, Lake or Pond
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: Olive Warbler, Sage Thrasher
Charismatic: Cactus Wren, Curve-billed Thrasher, Gambel’s Quail, Gila Woodpecker, Greater Roadrunner, Lesser Goldfinch, Western Kingbird
Contact Information
Tonto Basin Ranger District
Tonto National Forest
28079 N AZ Highway 188
Roosevelt, AZ 85545
Phone: 602-225-5395
Website: https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/tonto/recarea/?recid=35733
Additional Resources
Learn more about birds reported at this location at eBird:
https://ebird.org/hotspot/L3471193
