The Top 20 Lakes in the Mollogon Rim
Looking to visit the best lakes in the Mollogon Rim? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Mollogon Rim’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: October 22, 2025
Fossil Springs
Highlight • River
Fossil Springs boasts beautiful blue-green pools, making it a popular spot for swimming and family hiking. It's important to keep in mind that you may need a reservation to hike here during certain times of the year.
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Inspiration Point - Arizona Trail
Highlight • Viewpoint
Inspiration Point is a unique overlook. You can see the longest two-lane inverted arch suspension bridge in America and you can see the largest lake in central Arizona, Roosevelt Lake.
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Ayer Lake
Highlight • Lake
Ayer Lake appears more like a pond. It's a main attraction for a lot of the animals that live in the Boyce Thompson Arboretum and is a great spot to view wildlife off the side of the trail.
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Crabtree Wash & dispersed campground
Highlight • Rest Area
Crabtree Wash offers dispersed camping free of charge and with access to the Salt River. There are some pit toilets, but no other amenities. Also, there are very few spots …
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Horseshoe Dam
Highlight (Segment) • Monument
Horseshoe Dam separates Horseshoe Reservoir from the Verde River in Tonto National Forest. The lake is one of the most remote lakes in this part of Arizona and has a …
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Green Valley Park Lake and Fountain
Highlight • Lake
Green Valley Park is considered the “Jewel of Payson” and is located at the end of Main Street. There is a main lake with a couple smaller ponds on the …
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Canyon Lake
Highlight • Lake
Canyon Lake is a great place to cool off with walkable shorelines along the red rock canyons. If you are lucky you could spot Big Horn sheep.
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Canyon Lake and Cliffs on the Apache Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Lake
This ride is amazing in many ways... Access to great climbing, access to great hiking right across from the lake, and of course accesss to one of the best rides in AZ - Tortilla Flats..!
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Saguaro Lake
Highlight • Lake
Saguaro Lake is a reservoir along the course of the Salt River. Just off of the highway you'll find the Marina which has a restaurant, store, and other amenities. It's …
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View of Bridge
Highlight • Viewpoint
Crossing the bridge from Roosevelt Lake gets you over the Salt River. The view of the bridge from the Arizona Trail on the other side is fantastic. The Salt River …
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