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Waterfowl  Unit 1 Overview: Waterfowl can be found throughout Unit 1 in a variety of wetland habitat types. Although there can be fair "tank jumping" in some lower elevations in Unit 1, the majority of viewing and hunting opportunities occur at the higher elevations on the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest. Wetlands found on the Forest consist of natural, shallow wetlands that fill from snowmelt, man-made reservoirs, and some larger lake impoundments. Hunting and viewing opportunities are most productive in the fall during October and November. Unit 1 has limited waterfowling opportunities in December and January due to snow and ice coverage of the wetlands, and subsequent migration of the birds to lower elevations. Since most of the wetlands are difficult to jump-shoot, the majority of water fowlers in Unit 1 utilize blinds and decoys. Logistics: Prior to visiting Unit 1 for a waterfowling experience, it is recommended that you acquire a U.S. Forest Service Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest Map. Maps can be obtained from either the Springerville Ranger District or the Alpine Ranger District at the following numbers and hours: Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Springerville RD (928) 333-4301 Alpine RD (928) 339-4384. Contact should also be made with these offices to learn road conditions and weather updates, as well as to get water levels in most of the wetlands. The Pinetop office of the Arizona Game and Fish Department would be another source for logistical information. They can be reached Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at (928) 367-4281. Where to Go: As mentioned in the overview, there are three general types of wetland habitats in Unit 1 that offer waterfowling opportunities. Natural Basin Wetlands: These types of wetlands are generally shallow and provide abundant emergent and submergent vegetation. Both dabbling and diving species of waterfowl can be found on these wetlands. Examples of these types of wetlands that provide good, early season waterfowling include Hay Lake and Hog Wallow Lake that can be accessed off State Route 273 to U.S. Forest Service road 249. Many other small natural basins occur in Unit 1, which can be located with minimal scouting efforts. Manmade Reservoirs: These are by far the most frequently used waters by both waterfowl and hunters during the early season in Unit 1. Again the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest Service map will reveal many of the locations that for the most part, lie south of Hwy 260 and east to the Mexican Hay Lake highway, which is State Route 273. A quick glance at the map within this area will reveal numerous reservoirs. Water depths in the reservoirs vary from shallow, wadeable waters to others requiring boats. A good rule of thumb is if you do not see any emergent vegetation such as bulrush or cattails, it is too deep to wade. Some examples of excellent areas to scout include Basin Reservoir, which is just north of Crescent Lake off State Route 273, and White Mountain Reservoir and Geneva Reservoir, south of Hwy 260 on Forest Road 112. Moving east off the Water Canyon road, Forest road 285 will provide additional waterfowling reservoirs such as Saint Josephs, Saint Mary’s, and Russell Reservoir. Each of these areas has easy access and could be hunted with shore blinds and decoys. Fall gunning will most likely put mallard, teal, gadwall, widgeon, and pintail in your bag, while the deeper waters of these reservoirs will produce canvasback, redheads, and ringnecks. Retrieves by wading are generally possible, however, the use of a retriever is recommended highly. Lakes: Lakes within Unit 1 also provide some excellent waterfowling, especially near the shallow ends of these water bodies where emergent plant growth can be found. Caution must be exercised when hunting lakes, however, due to the presence of cold-water fisheries in most of them. In most cases, conflicts do not arise due to the time and weather preference for waterfowling. Examples of several lakes in Unit 1 which are certainly worth exploring include Nelson Reservoir, located south of Springerville on Hwy 191, Crescent Lake and Mexican Hay Lake off Hwy 273, and Luna Lake east of Alpine, Arizona, on Hwy 180. These water bodies can be hunted from shore; however, a johnboat concealed in the tules with decoys would be your best bet. Remember when waterfowling in a boat that Arizona Watercraft Regulations require a wearable life jacket for every occupant in the boat. Tricks of the Trade: When waterfowling in Unit 1, snow is very possible, and both waterproof and insulated hunting garments are recommended. Of course, chest waders are a necessity for any waterfowler, not only to keep you dry, but for placing decoys and retrieving birds. One or two dozen decoys are recommended with one or more skilled callers on either a pintail whistle or a mallard call.

Unit 4

Waterfowl are found predominantly in the northern quarter of Unit 4A. Overall, populations are considered low, relative to the rest of the state, and fluctuate greatly during the course of the season. Access to the best waterfowl areas with Unit 4A is by Hwy. 99 south of Winslow. This area is comprised of mostly privately owned lands.

Areas: The best areas are along the Little Colorado River, south and east of Winslow.

Unit 6A

There is a lot of quality waterfowl hunting in Unit 6A, be it puddle jumping or setting decoys. This can be a cold and miserable time of year, so dress warm.

Areas: Many tanks are scattered throughout the unit. Scouting is a must to find those hidden ones. Hunters also find waterfowl on Upper Lake Mary, Stoneman, and Mormon Lake. When hunting at Stoneman Lake, be aware that you cannot discharge a firearm within 1/4 mile of an occupied structure. This limits hunting to the western half of the lake. Also, gas motors are prohibited on Stoneman Lake. Unfortunately, many hunters find themselves receiving citations when they get carried away and shoot too close to homes.

Other Concerns: During waterfowl season, possession or use of lead shot is prohibited. Also, don't forget you need a state and federal waterfowl stamp affixed to your license.

Unit 18B

18B has many stock tanks throughout the unit that are mostly located in remote areas, but do get a fair number of waterfowl in the winter months. Be aware that 4-wheel drive is usually required when accessing these tanks in the winter. A good map to find these tanks can be a very helpful tool. Burro Creek and the Santa Maria River usually contain waterfowl also.

Unit 15D

Waterfowl hunting opportunities in Unit 15D are limited. A majority of all duck and goose hunting is done at Topock Marsh on the Havasu National Wildlife Refuge (HNWR) located along the Colorado River. Waterfowl hunting in this desert unit does not pick up until late November/December as migrants move south in response to heavy storms and frozen waters further north. Many of the birds make there way from the Great Basin Area (Montana, Utah, Idaho, Wyoming). The waterfowl forecast for the season looks good, but numbers of birds available for the desert duck hunter will be dependent on the weather patterns from our neighbors to the north.

Areas: Havasu National Wildlife Refuge (Topock Marsh) located just north of Interstate 40 (I-40) along the Colorado River.

Tips: Before opening day or during the split in the season go afield and find out where the birds are resting when they are not subjected to hunting pressure. Birds prefer specific areas, if they are there before the season you can bet they will be using the same area opening day if food shortages or disturbances have not forced them to move on.

Decoys can be very effective, but in areas they are used a lot, they can be a downfall. Many of the birds have come a long way and have been shot at over decoys for 2 months before seeing your spread. They become a bit wary and wise to decoys (as you would). Just once leave the calls and decoys at home and find a quiet backwater, use good concealment and be patient. You may be surprised of the results.

Areas: As mentioned, any of the stock tanks throughout the unit would be worth trying. I would suggest using a map to locate a number of tanks that you might want to hunt.

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There is not much opportunity to decoy waterfowl in the unit, but there are areas that provide sporadic "jump-shooting" for ducks.

Areas: There are numerous stock tanks in the northeastern corner of the unit, and they are your best bet in the unit. Most of the tanks can be found on State Trust Land in between Florence Junction and Queen Creek. To hunt them you will need maps or someone who knows where the stock tanks are, and a 4-wheel-drive vehicle. Drive to the vicinity of the tanks and stalk up to the levee. Ensure that you identify the birds to species and sex as it is easy to over limit (consult the valid waterfowl regulations before hunting, because limits and restrictions change annually). Even though dove, quail, and waterfowl seasons overlap, to some degree, it is illegal to be in possession of toxic shot while hunting waterfowl.

Agricultural "pump backs" provide scattered opportunities in the remainder of the unit. Hunting "pump backs" are similar to hunting stock tanks. Also remember to obtain permission of the landowner before hunting on their land.

Unit 42

Waterfowl hunting opportunity in Unit 42 is limited almost exclusively to jump- shooting stock tanks. There are few areas that are conducive to hunting with decoys, however some of the larger and more remote tanks can sometimes work well with decoys.

Areas: Many of the tanks in the unit that offer good waterfowl hunting are in the northern portion of the unit in the Divide Mountains north and west of Wickenburg and in the northern portion of the Vulture Mountains. Acquiring topographic maps of these areas and identifying tanks that are close to each other should produce several good jump-shooting waterfowl routes. Access to these stock tanks is sometimes confusing with the many roads in the area but a good topograhpic map will help. Most of these tanks are on public land but prior to hunting, ensure that if any tank you intend to hunt lies on private land, you contact the landowner and obtain permission before your hunt.

Region III - Kingman

Overview: Waterfowl hunting opportunities in Unit 15D are limited. A majority of all duck and goose hunting is done at Topock Marsh on the Havasu National Wildlife Refuge (HNWR) located along the Colorado River. Waterfowl hunting in this desert unit does not pick up until late November/December as migrants move south in response to heavy storms and frozen waters further north. Many of the birds make there way from the Great Basin Area (Montana, Utah, Idaho, Wyoming). The waterfowl forecast for the season looks good, but numbers of birds available for the desert duck hunter will be dependent on the weather patterns from our neighbors to the north.

Areas: Havasu National Wildlife Refuge (Topock Marsh) located just north of Interstate 40 (I-40) along the Colorado River.

Tips: Before opening day or during the split in the season go afield and find out where the birds are resting when they are not subjected to hunting pressure. Birds prefer specific areas, if they are there before the season you can bet they will be using the same area opening day if food shortages or disturbances have not forced them to move on.

Decoys can be very effective, but in areas they are used a lot, they can be a downfall. Many of the birds have come a long way and have been shot at over decoys for 2 months before seeing your spread. They become a bit wary and wise to decoys (as you would). Just once leave the calls and decoys

Overview: 18B has many stock tanks throughout the unit that are mostly located in remote areas, but do get a fair number of waterfowl in the winter months. Be aware that four-wheel drive is usually required when accessing these tanks in the winter. A good map to find these tanks can be a helpful tool. Burro Creek and the Santa Maria River usually contain waterfowl also.

Areas: As mentioned, any of the stock tanks throughout the unit would be worth trying. I would suggest using a map to locate a number of tanks that you might want to hunt in a day or try setting up decoys on Burro Creek or the Santa Maria River. A good map to purchase is the Bagdad 1:100,000.

Unit 3B

 Waterfowl hunting in Unit 3B is limited, but quality hunting opportunities do exist. Sportsmen will find that hunt quality and the quantity of birds are weather-related, and affected by both local weather conditions and weather fronts throughout the northern states of the flyway. A good rule-of-thumb is calm and clear days early in the season are less productive than breezy and overcast days late in the season.

The best technique for obtaining a bag limit is to hunt over decoys with a good dog, but some areas such as Silver Creek do exist for jump-shooting opportunities. Hunters should practice their duck calling skills prior to the season since decoy spreads are greatly enhanced by skilled duck-callers. Nothing is worse than hunting next to a bad duck caller - and there should be no such thing with a little practice. Educational tapes are available and are very helpful to "tune your ear." Chest-waders are recommended at all locations throughout the unit and will allow hunters to reach the prime islands and hunting spots. Camouflage, including face netting, is strongly recommended.

Duck species commonly taken include mallard, gadwall, widgeon, teal, northern shoveler, canvasback, pintail, redhead, ringneck, and bufflehead. Plenty of opportunity also exists for harvesting coots.

Goose hunting opportunities are not predictable. An occasional goose is harvested, but generally by a lucky duck hunter

Unit 3C

Unit 3C has limited, but fairly high quality waterfowl hunting available. The majority of waterfowl will be ducks, although some geese are taken every year. On the better duck marshes there is generally some hunter congestion, especially early in the season and on weekends. Hunters should consider the method they will use to retrieve downed birds. By far the most effective method is a trained retrieving dog, although small boats, float tubes, and chest waders may also be used. Some water is too deep for waders. If wading is your only retrieval method, limit your hunting to water that you know is not too deep. The weather during the waterfowl season can be very comfortable or downright nasty, with wind, precipitation, and cold temperatures. Be sure to check current waterfowl hunting regulations and have both State and Federal Duck Stamps affixed to your license.

Areas: The Redhead Marsh-Ned Lake-Telephone Lake complex is a popular duck hunting area. It is accessed off of Hwy 77 just north of Show Low. The turn-off to the west is immediately north of the sewage treatment plant. Schoens Reservoir near Taylor can also be good, especially if water at higher elevations is frozen. It is accessed via the Pinedale to Taylor Road (Forest Road 129), just a couple of miles outside of Taylor. There are also numerous stock ponds throughout the unit that can hold birds (generally puddle ducks). Cruising back roads and jump- shooting off of tanks can be effective, especially when flight birds are coming through. A map of the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest will be helpful in locating additional areas to hunt.

source (AG&F web site)

Arizona National Wetlands Inventory Maps

The availability of National Wetlands Inventory (NWI) maps for Arizona, can be determined by reviewing the following map lists

You can use The TopoZone is the Web's center for recreational and professional topographic map users. We've worked with the USGS to create the Web's first interactive topo map of the entire United States. to find this area

The TopoZone

Robbins Butte

Robbins Butte Wildlife Area

The Robbins Butte Wildlife Area (RBWA) is located approximately seven miles southwest of Buckeye, Arizona, comprising approximately 1681 acres. RBWA is in Maricopa County and Region VI of the Arizona Game and Fish Department (Department) and the property was purchased with Federal Aid money for wildlife purposes.

View a map of this wildlife area

Lake Pleasant 

The coves near the back end of Lake Pleasant hold good numbers of waterfowl but check with the ranger station before doing so; there has been some confusion over the hunting in the area and you don’t want to get a ticket. Try hunting the Agua Fria above the lake if it is running. Birds will fly up and down the river feeding and migrating. Geese are also occasional visitors to the lake. Desert stock tanks also are excellent places to search for migrating ducks.

Lyman Lake 

This manmade reservoir has fluctuating water levels, which may effect waterfowl numbers. The best hunting opportunities occur near the East end where the Little Colorado River enters the lake. The area is managed as a State Park and has some restrictions on shooting. Boats are recommended with decoys placed in the shallows. This reservoir also holds good numbers of Canada Geese, which feed, in farm fields near Saint Johns Arizona. To locate Lyman Lake head north on State Route 191 north of Springerville towards Saint Johns and turn east into Lyman Lake State Park

boat is good idea (Dog also)

Mormon Lake

In the Flagstaff region of the Department. This natural basin approximately 5,000 acres when full offers excellent shoreline hunting as well as open water decoy placement with the aid of small johnboats. This wetland offers some excellent early season shooting and will attract numerous ducks up until freeze up. To access Mormon Lake takes the Lower Lake Mary Road Forest Highway 3 approximately 22 miles south of Flagstaff. The lake will appear on the West Side of the highway with several foot access points.

boat is good idea (Dog also)

Wenima Wildlife Area

Wenima Wildlife Area

White Mountains Area 8 - Springerville

Always prescout rules change each year, some areas you can hunt others you can not! 

**Waterfowl Migration Starts in  Dec- Jan . "Some  local ducks"

Mittry Lake

Mittry Lake Wildlife Area

You do need a boat

**Waterfowl Migration Starts in  Oct- Jan . "Some  local ducks"

San Francisco River

Bureau of Land Management Arizona - Safford Field Office - Gila ...
... National Conservation Area (RNCA) in section 201 of the Arizona Desert Wilderness ... the
Gila River, Bonita Creek, Eagle Creek, and San Francisco River - are the

San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area

San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area Gov. site

Upper San Francisco River and beyond....

**Waterfowl Migration Starts in  Oct- Jan . "Some  local ducks"

Migration of  ducks can be form Pacific flyaway. In a good year migration also from  Central flyways. Check new map below 

Arlington Wildlife Area

Arlington Wildlife Area

**Waterfowl Migration Starts in  Nov- Jan .  Some local duck if there water

You also can Dove and Quail, dove can be a hot area in  late season

Robbins Butte Wildlife Area  Only if there water in the area but a great place for Doves and Quail.

Upper Verde River

Upper Verde River Wildlife Area

Rivers, Trails & Conservation Program
... notable recreational, fish and wildlife, and historic and ... of LF Ranch to Verde Wild
River Area boundary, ... Verde River, Upper, Yavapai, AZ/PNF Forest Boundary near

UPPER VERDE RIVER
VERDE RIVER. LOCATION/DIRECTION: The Verde River is stocked at several
locations: Tuzigoot:From Cottonwood, travel north on 89A

ARWI - Upper/Middle Verde River Watershed - Verde River Seepage ...
... Coconino Plateau, Mogollon Highlands, and Upper and Middle Verde Watershed. ... Project
Number: AZ175 Project Chief: John Hoffmann Verde River Seepage Runs

**Waterfowl Migration Starts in  Oct 15- Jan .  Some local duck and a geese or too 

Anderson Mesa wetlands

Southeast of Flagstaff. This group of wetlands lies within the Coconino National Forest, can be accessed off of Forest Highway 3 south of Flagstaff. Turn east on U.S.F.S. road 128 and 129A. The areas to focus on include Marshall Lake, Vail Lake, Horse Lake, Deep Lake and Prime Lake. These shallow wetlands offer excellent emergent growth for blind placement and in most cases wading depths. Decoys would be recommended and preseason scouting to determine which area is holding the most birds. Again, as with the White Mountains as ice up takes place in November and December birds using these wetlands move south. (source  AZGFD)

Ashurst Lake Quad

The Forest Service has been working closely with a Citizens Working Group (CWG) made up of 12 organizations and individuals that have an interest in the management of Anderson Mesa. Through a collaborative process the CWG has been helping the Forest Service to describe conditions on the Mesa.

Quigley

Quigley Wildlife Area 

Quigley Wildlife Area is located along the Gila River approximately 2 miles north of Tacna, Arizona off of Interstate 8.

Boat or  canoe is recommended

**Waterfowl Migration Starts in  Dec - Jan .  Some local duck and a geese or too 

You also can find Doves, Quail and Big Game

Arizona National Wildlife Refuges

National Wildlife Refuge System  

is a unique system of lands dedicated to preserving a rich quality of life for Americans by protecting their wildlife heritage. In the Southwest, national wildlife refuges protect some of the most varied wildlife and spectacular landscapes found anywhere in the world. From subtropical shrub ecosystems to saguaro-studded deserts--all are filled with an unparalleled richness and abundance of life

Southwest Region 2

Buenos Aires NWR ( If there water)
Cibola NWR
Havasu NWR
Imperial NWR

Cibola 

has the most Geese 5000 to 8700, ducks round 1000 to 5000

Hunting starts in Oct. 15 (?) Most geese do not start arriving till mid Dec

**Waterfowl Migration Starts in  Oct - Jan . Do not forget the Goose hunting is permitted , the drawing is some time in Aug. ( check there web site for more info)

You also can find Doves, Quail and Big Game

Havasu

Pintail Slough Unit will be open to hunting migratory waterfowl on Saturdays and Sundays upon reservation only. The Pintail Slough Unit is defined as all refuge land north of the North Dike

**Waterfowl Migration Starts in  Oct - Jan . Do not forget the Duck & Goose hunting is permitted , the drawing is some time in Sept. ( check there web site for more info)

Alamo Lake

About 160 miles northwest of Phoenix. 35 mi N of Wenden, AZ, off US-60

**Waterfowl Migration for this area Starts in late Nov - Jan ( best months are Dec and Jan for hunting waterfowl , You do need a boat to hunt Alamo ) and 24 plus decoys to hunt area

There area some local ducks in area, some hunter do will in Oct. Prescout  if you are going to hunt in Oct - Nov

You also can find Doves, Quail  some Big Game in the area

Roosevelt Lake

Theodore Roosevelt Dam, the first major structure constructed by the Bureau of Reclamation on the Salt River Project (SRP), spans the Salt River to form a huge reservoir. The dam is 280 feet high and 723 feet long. Once the largest man-made lake in the world, Roosevelt Lake is still the biggest of the six SRP lakes and offers the most recreation opportunities. When full, the lake covers more than 17,000 acres near the confluence of Tonto Creek and the Salt River. Game fish in Roosevelt include largemouth and smallmouth bass, bluegill, channel catfish and crappie. The Lake contains a wildlife area and as a wildlife refuge, is posted to permit hunting at certain times of the year.

**Waterfowl Migration Starts in  Dec - Jan . Do not forget  some areas closed after Nov 15. Check the hunting regulations for more detail !

Prescout the area before hunting, look for water holding areas. Some Local ducks and Geese stay year round.

You also can find Doves, Quail and Big Game

 Some good late season Dove , Quail  & Crow hunting can be found!

Horseshoe Reservoir

10 miles north of Bartlett Reservoir on the Verde River. It can be reached by a well-marked turnoff from the road to Bartlett Lake.

Horseshoe Dam and reservoir are features of the Salt River Project. The recreation site is available for camping (14 units), camp trailers, picnicking, fishing and boating. Like Bartlett, it is open year-round. Boating and fishing at Horseshoe Lake depends on the regular fluctuations in water elevations. It is routine for SRP to nearly drain the reservoir in the summer to provide water for the metropolitan area. The Ocotillo Boating Site provides a launch ramp for smaller boats.

Bartlett Dam and Lake, Salt River Project, is the closest lake to the Phoenix area on the Verde River. It is 22 miles east of Carefree. Upper Bartlett Lake, Rattlesnake and South Cove recreation sites provide areas for camping with trailers, picnicking, fishing and boating and are open year-round. Trailers longer than 16 feet are not recommended. The Jojoba Boating Site provides a paved launching ramp, except during low water levels. A new marina facility, which will provide a variety of services, is being constructed at this reservoir. Fishing at Bartlett can produce largemouth and smallmouth bass, bluegill, catfish and crappie. The road to Bartlett is paved.

**Waterfowl Migration for this area Starts in Late Nov - Jan ( Dec and Jan hunting using a boat is the most use. )

You also can find Doves, Quail  some Big Game in the area

Show Low Area

Pintail Lake/Allen Severson Memorial Wildlife Area. Located east of Highway 77 four miles north of its intersection with Highway 60 (east of Show Low), Pintail Lake is one of the nation's first developed wetlands using treated sewage effluent (from Show Low). Formerly a shallow grassland basin, the area is now a highly productive wetland, complete with waterfowl nesting islands, cattail/rush marshes, and open water. Bald eagles frequent the area in winter, as do waterfowl. Pronghorn and elk feed in the uplands around the marsh. Test your birding skills and try to identify the

Jacques Marsh Pinetop-Lakeside's equivalent to Pintail Lake, Jacques Marsh is a developed wetland using treated sewage effluent from the town of Pinetop-Lakeside. To get to Jacques, drive north on Porter Mountain Road from Highway 260 in downtown Lakeside. After 1.5 miles, take a left onto Juniper Drive and continue 0.6 miles to the gate. There are no facilities. Walk the berms surrounding the ponds. If you slowly (and quietly!) creep up the first berm that surrounds the marsh, keeping your head and shoulders below the level of the berm until the last possible minute, you'll be more likely to get closer views of waterfowl before they swim or fly to the farther end of the marsh. Listen and look for the click-clack of the elusive Virginia rail in the emergent vegetation. Herds of elk may be found at Jacques in the early morning or late evening. Bald eagles often visit as well.

**Waterfowl Migration for this area Starts in mid Oct - end in Dec or when lakes get frozen in

**Most  are closed till late Aug for breeding of local ducks (Pintail Lakes does have open areas year round. 

Map 

Enterprise Canal area -  For map look in Arizona Atlas And Gazetteer Detailed Topographic map  on my map its Page 56 ( Some call it  Waterman Wash)

Lower Gila River Watershed

You can find Waterfowl , Doves and Quail 

lot of doves  late season

Waterfowl Migration for this area is   Dec - Jan 

Some Public land (BLM) in this area but most you need check with land owner

(Do not block gates, road ways etc. ) 

Granite Reef Diversion Dam

You can find waterfowl in Dec & Jan in back water surface area. You need to prescout the area before the seasons starts. In  some public area there are No Hunting .

USGS Granite Reef Dam Quad

Lower Salt River AGF

List of hunting Area

 

Arizona's White Mountain Lakes... Apache Lake Bureau of Reclamation

Alamo Lake US Army Corps of Engineers Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest USDA Forest Service

Aravaipa Canyon Wilderness Bureau of Land Management Bill Williams NWR Fish and Wildlife Service

Bartlett Reservoir Bureau of Reclamation Bill Williams River National Wildlife Refuge Fish and Wildlife Service

Black Hills Back Country Byway Bureau of Land Management Cabeza Prieta National Wildlife Refuge Fish and Wildlife Service

Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge Fish and Wildlife Service Cibola National Wildlife Refuge Fish and Wildlife Service

Coconino National Forest USDA Forest Service

Coronado National Forest USDA Forest Service

Fourmile Canyon Campground Bureau of Land Management	Gila Box Riparian National Consevation Area Bureau of Land Management
Grand Canyon - Parashant National Monument Bureau of Land Management	Horseshoe Reservoir Bureau of Reclamation
Imperial Dam Long Term Vistor Area Bureau of Land Management	Imperial National Wildlife Refuge Fish and Wildlife Service
Imperial Reservoir Area: Mittry Lake Wildlife Area Bureau of Reclamation	Kaibab National Forest USDA Forest Service

Kofa National Wildlife Refuge Fish and Wildlife Service	La Posa Long Term Visitor Area Bureau of Land Management
Lake Powell Bureau of Reclamation	Las Cienegas National Conservation Area Bureau of Land Management
Packsaddle Campground Bureau of Land Management	Peloncillo Mountains Wilderness Bureau of Land Management
Petroglyph Campground Bureau of Land Management	Prescott National Forest USDA Forest Service

Riverview Campground Bureau of Land Management	Round Mountain Rockhound Area Bureau of Land Management
San Bernardino National Wildlife Refuge Fish and Wildlife Service	San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area Bureau of Land Management
San Simon Valley Bureau of Land Management	Sonoran Desert National Monument Bureau of Land Management
Theodore Roosevelt Lake Bureau of Reclamation	Tonto National Forest USDA Forest Service

Vermilion Cliffs National Monument Bureau of Land Management	Virgin River Canyon Recreation Management Area Bureau of Land Management
Virgin River Canyon Recreation Management Area Bureau of Land Management	Wild Cow Springs Campground Bureau of Land Management
Source of info Recreation.Gov

The USGS of Arizona watersheds

Arizona Rural Watershed Initiative: Coconino Plateau, Mogollon Highlands, and Upper and Middle Verde Watershed ( Great new maps of wells, springs streams and more)

The USGS, in cooperation with the Arizona Department of Water Resources (ADWR), is conducting hydrogeologic investigations in three rural Arizona watersheds. These three projects are funded with cooperative monies from the State of Arizona Rural Watershed Initiative (RWI) and USGS Federal matching funds. The RWI was established by the State of Arizona and is managed by the ADWR. The goal of the RWI is to address water supply issues in areas outside the State's Active Management Areas, with an emphasis on regional watershed studies. The program encourages the development of partnerships between local stakeholders and resource agencies, such as the USGS, to develop information needed to support resource planning and management decisions

  Nine study areas were evaluated in the Southwest:  one in Arizona, two in New Mexico, one in Oklahoma, and five in Texas.  Two sites were coastal study areas (St. Charles Bay and Mustang Bayou, Texas), while the rest were interior regions.  Two study sites were in the Texas playa region (Tokio and Tahoka).  Table 3-2 presents a summary of the data for Region 2 study areas.  

Blackwater-Florence  AZ Data

  The Park
Alamo Lake State Park is one of Arizona's best kept secrets. The stark desert beauty is reflected off the water. Cacti dot the mountainous landscape that surround the lake. Nestled in the Bill Williams River Valley away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, Alamo Lake State Park offers outdoor fun, premier bass fishing, rest and relaxation. For nature lovers, spring rains bring an abundance of wild flowers and the lake environment attracts a variety of wildlife year round, including bald and golden eagles, waterfowl, foxes, coyotes, mule deer and wild burros. Stargazers are sure to enjoy the unbelievable view of 

  Cattail Cove State Park The Park
The beach, boat ramp, and 61 campsites at Cattail Cove State Park offer a broad spectrum of activities for all to enjoy. Whether you're interested in swimming, fishing or just lounging and relaxing, Cattail Cove State Park offers you and your family a chance to get away and enjoy tranquility along Lake Havasu.

Lake McHood Park
This large lake, east of Flagstaff and just a few miles south of Winslow, offers swimming, boating and fishing, as well as boulders to leap off and into the drink. The park, spanning both sides of East Clear Creek Reservoir, has ramadas, picnic tables, grills and clean bathrooms. Boaters can use the launch ramp and head 2.5 miles upstream into East Clear Creek’s narrow, winding canyon. Keep your eyes peeled for petroglyphs as you paddle or motor under black-streaked 200-foot high cliffs. There are currently no use fees or campgrounds, though planned park improvements may reinstate both. For information, call 928-289-3411 (city offices

Stoneman Lake
Just 1.5 hours from Phoenix and at the same altitude and temperatures as Flagstaff is Arizona's only natural, spring-fed lake. Tall Ponderosa pines, trophy elk, deer and other mountain critters roam this area that is often 40 degrees cooler than the Valley. A new boat ramp helps kayakers and canoers avoid the muddy banks of this small lake. Last summer's drought killed off the fish but Game and Fish is considering restocking with some endangered native chubb. Half the lake is a privately owned area, Ponderosa Pines, but you can turn before the community into the boat ramp area, park and then walk to the public half of the lake. Above the lake are some primitive camp areas and lots of trails to hike and mountain bike. The boat ramp has pit toilets. Within Ponderosa Pines, the Stoneman Lake Lodge is opening in July but don't just stop by. For the privacy of guests and the neighborhood, even tours of the rustic, renovated inn require an appointment

Watson Lake
Four miles north of Prescott on Highway 89, this "mini Lake Powell" has cool waters and the high pink boulders of the Granite Dells. Locals find it to be a great spot for swimming, kayaking, sailing and sailboarding, cliff jumping, and daydreaming. Call 928-777-1122 for more information.

On the opposite side of the lake, you can hike along the easy Peavine Trail to a remote swimming area on Watson Lake. Once the railbed of the 1893 Santa Fe Railroad, this 4.5 mile, gravel path passes through the scenic Granite Dells. A signed path spurs off west to a quiet swimming cove, which you just might have all to yourself. To reach this secluded area, drive up Highway 89 north from Prescott, and turn right on Prescott Lakes Parkway. Cross the bridge, taking the first left on Sundog Ranch Road. Park at the Peavine Trailhead.

Lynx Lake
This serene, 55-acre, Ponderosa-ringed lake is a little-known haven for trout fishing, bird watching, hiking, horseback riding, camping, picnicking, canoe paddling and wading. A nearby archaeological site offers a quick, but interesting diversion. A $2 daily parking fee is charged, but Wednesdays are free for day use and no fees are charged any day for visitors arriving via foot or bicycle. Rental boats are available at the Lynx Store and Marina: 928-778-0720. From Interstate 17, travel west on State Route 69 toward Prescott. Turn left on Walker Road and follow sign to Lynx Lake

 You can use The TopoZone maps for free 

Colorado River Indian Tribes Fish and Game Department

C.R.I.T. Fish and Game Dept.
PO Box 777
Parker, AZ 85344
Tel: 928-669-9285
Fax: 928-669-6430
or E-mail us at: critfg@redrivernet.com

**Waterfowl Migration Starts in  Oct- Jan . "Some  local ducks"

Dec. and Jan . are the best times to hunt a boat is need for most areas

SAN CARLOS LAKE

Arizona's Native American Tribes

Colorado River Indian Tribes

White Mountain Apache Tribe

  Migration Maps

City Limits Maps

  Expanding city boundaries

Avondale, Buckeye, Carefree, Cavecreek, Chandler
El Mirage, Fountain Hills, Gila Bend, Gilbert
Glendale, Goodyear, Guadalupe ,Litchfield Park
Mesa, Paradise Valley, Peoria  , Phoenix
Queen Creek, Scottsdale, Surprise, Tempe, Tolleson
and Wickenburg

Maps of Summer and Fall Migration

Geese Migration 

Sand hill Cranes

Southeastern Arizona Bird Observatory SABO

There have a good map for the Tucson Area