The fight for water in Arizona continues, as do the dry conditions in low reservoirs.
Seven Colorado River basin states rely on the river to stay, well, afloat — and with mandates to cut back on water usage, we’ll likely see less water in the state’s reservoirs.
But if you’re looking to plunge (or more safely, just float) in a local oasis, there’s still time.
Lake Pleasant Regional Park is less than an hour northwest from downtown Phoenix and has places to picnic and rent or launch your own boat.
Less than an hour east of downtown Phoenix is Saguaro Lake Saguaro is a reservoir along the Salt River, and is smaller than Lake Pleasant with 22 miles of shoreline, rugged cliffs, and unique rock formations.
Want to catch a massive flathead catfish? Head to Bartlett Lake. The reservoir off the Verde River is an hour and a half northeast of Phoenix and is slightly larger than Saguaro Lake.
Tubing along the Salt River is always popular over the summer and holiday weekends in Arizona (just don’t lose your keys — and stay on your tube).
While Tempe Town Lake and city pools may not have rugged cliffs or wild horses, Tempe's Beach Park has a long history in the state and many have claimed to see wildlife — from eagles to beavers.
Plus, there’s always good people watching at the pool.
