The Top 11 Lakes in Pima County
Looking to visit the best lakes in Pima County? 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 Pima County’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: November 21, 2025
Hutch's Pool
Highlight • Lake
Hutch's Pool is really a gem in the otherwise harsh desert landscape. A small, inconspicuous side trail leads from the Arizona Trail to the natural pool, which invites you to …
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Sabino Lake
Highlight • River
This "lake" is a popular destination in Sabino Canyon Recreation Area, despite the fact that the reservoir has essentially filled itself in, and the lake is now a creek that …
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Twin Tanks
Highlight • Lake
The Twin Tanks are nothing more than a cow pond, from which the water should definitely be filtered. Flat terrain for camping is available, but you should expect cow droppings.
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Wildhorse Tank
Highlight • Lake
Little Wildhorse Tank is one of the only perennial areas of water in the park and can be accessed from the Wildhorse Trailhead. After following an easy wash and hiking …
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Clearwell Reservoir
Highlight • Structure
Tucson's Clearwell Reservoir, with a capacity of 60 million gallons, is Arizona's largest potable concrete reservoir. It delivers two-thirds of the city's daily water supply. Surrounded by a nature preserve …
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Sycamore Reservoir
Highlight • Lake
Originally created to supply water to a nearby (closed) prison camp Sycamore Reservoir is a refreshing spot to visit during a nice warm day. The reservoir used to be much …
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Arizona Trail - The Lake Sign
Highlight • Trail
There are two basins close to this sign that might have some water depending on the season and weather. If you hike NOBO follow the wash to the right.
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The Lake on the Arizona Trail
Highlight • Lake
There are two basins close to this sign that might have some water depending on the season and weather. If you ride northbound follow the wash to the right.
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Reid Park Lake
Highlight • Lake
Large body of water with a larger northern and smaller southern basin in the middle of a huge urban green space with gravel and paved trails, meadows, lawns, trees, sports …
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Randolph Park ponds
Highlight • Lake
Two ponds at the south-east corner of the large Park, one in the golf course area, one in the water reclamation center.
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