About this place

Located through Rose Canyon Lake Campground, Roase Canyon Lake is open to non-campers. Interagency and Coronado passes DO NOT apply, as the site is operated by a concessionaire. This six-acre lake is small, beautiful and ecologically fragile. The trout fishing lake is tucked away in a picturesque stand of ponderosa pines high on the slopes of the Santa Catalina Mountains. Tall trees and rocky slopes line the shore and are reflected in the lake's sheltered waters. Rose Canyon Lake Trail #37 leads around the water's edge and provides access to the lake. It is handicapped-accessible from a lower parking area to a floating dock near the dam. A fee is charged. From the intersection of Grant Road and Tanque Verde Road, head east on Tanque Verde Road approximately 5 miles to the intersection of Tanque Verde Road and Catalina Highway. Turn left heading north and continue 17 miles up Catalina Highway to Rose Canyon Campground. It is clearly marked and the campground is on the left. Continue through the campground for day use/fishing parking.