Arizona, Grab Your Swimmies for these 17 Epic Lakes

Updated June 17, 2025
Betty Hurd
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The author Betty Hurd wakeboarding at Lake Pleasant Regional Park

The Grand Canyon State is home to a variety of incredible lakes, from the southern border with Mexico to the forested region up north.
I’m an Arizona local. In this guide, I overview fun outdoor adventures and relaxing getaways. I also share lakes that are conveniently located near other major Arizona destinations. Grab your swimmies and let’s dive in!

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17 Best Arizona Lakes
Lake Powell
Camp on the beach at the most gorgeous lake in Arizona.
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Betty Hurd is a flight attendant from Tucson, AZ with a degree in Journalism from the University of Arizona. Her love for travel led her to exciting careers in aviation and writing. She's visited 37 countries and hopes to inspire others to see the world by chronicling her adventures in her blog, Have You Hurd.