Watson Lake Prescott

Watson Lake

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(1K) · Lake in Prescott, United States
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Watson Lake is one of two reservoirs at the Granite Dells, outside of Prescott, Arizona, that was formed in the early 1900s when the Chino Valley …

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Nov 11, 2024
We stopped here and walked around the lake a bit, then had a picnic lunch, while waiting to check in at an Airbnb. They have clean restrooms, a playground for the kids, camping sites, and kayak renta…Full review by DYR81
Oct 26, 2024
Watson Lake is a must do on your trip to Prescott. It offers stunning views of the lake and rocky landscape. We highly recommend viewing it via kayak as well as hiking around the lake. Just bewar…Full review by Darla A
Aug 5, 2024
Watson on Saturday. Beautiful scenery, but the water is DISGUSTING!! Will never paddle there again!! Didn't want to step foot in the water and not to mention the fresh water weeds you can barely get …Full review by Amy B
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Surrounded by a shore that is strewn with rough, granite boulders and rocks on all sides, the calm, blue waters of Watson Lake lie in st…
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Questions & answers

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Looking to have a small wedding here in may and wondering were on the lake they had their ceremony?
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The day we went everything was closed up and didn’t see any ranger or staff so do not know The leaves had not change yet Good luck and maybe someone from that area might know
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Answer by Juli L · Nov 10, 2021
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Can you swim in watson lake
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Yes
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Answer by Natalie G · Jun 2, 2021
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How’s the drive up from Phoenix? We have some nervous drivers.
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Beautiful drive up. I always take it easy and enjoy the trip. The big hill just north of town can be a bit nerve wracking especially on the way home.
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How long did it take to kayak end to end? Can you rent kayaks from either north or south boat launches? Which boat …
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How long did it take to kayak end to end? Can you rent kayaks from either north or south boat launches? Which boat launch would be a better choice to begin at? Thanks!
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Hi, I do not kayak at Watson Lake. I have hiked around it. Also, there is less water than many years ago. It is probably best to contact the Prescott Visitor's Bureau.
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Where is Prescott located?
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Arizona does not recognize Daylight Saving Time, so Prescott is essentially on Pacific Time in the spring and summer and on Mountain Time in the fall and winter. Zip...
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