Powerboating Thrills on Lake Pleasant, Arizona

Against the hot, dry backdrop of the Phoenix area, instances of cool, blue on-the-water fun might seem like a rare treat…

But to the local boaters who make Lake Pleasant their home, it’s no surprise at all just how fun this aquatic expanse can be.

Spacious and surrounded by characteristic Arizona scenery—think sloping, earthen shores and saguaro cacti all around—Lake Pleasant is in good company among fellow area getaways like Lake Mead, Powell or Roosevelt. So what makes Lake Pleasant special?

Read on to learn more about the unique touches that makes Lake Pleasant so pleasant… as well as a few key ways to get your aquatic fix there this spring and summer.

Get to know the neighborhood

The most important thing to know about Lake Pleasant? It’s no ordinary lake! See this spot instead as a community, one that encompasses several unique neighborhoods.

Take, for example, Scorpion Bay. As one such “neighborhood” on the lake, Scorpion Bay is known for its easygoing, float-happy inhabitants—whether they’re boaters and tubers content to enjoy the afternoon at a slower pace, or actual inhabitants of rentable floating cabins. Scorpion Bay has a restaurant, too, so visitors never need to venture far to enjoy their experience.

Finding your niche

Of course, Lake Pleasant is an expansive destination—so if you don’t find what you’re looking for in Scorpion Bay, chances are you will somewhere else. Head up north to the winding nooks, crannies and creeks that flow into the Agua Fria (or “Cold Water”) River for a leisurely experience, or simply more room to spread out and try your favorite water sports or perfect new tricks. The spacious surface area means that there is more than enough room to make your own. Wakeboarding, tubing, waterskiing and jet skiing are all popular activities here.

Get connected

No matter how you choose to enjoy Lake Pleasant, you don’t need to do it alone! Not only will you be surrounded by fellow on-the-water enthusiasts, but you have the experience of local Vortex dealer Boulder Boats, over in Mesa, to help get you started on the fun. Whether you’re searching for a new boat, or simply want to spruce up your current one, they’ve got the tools (and know-how) you need to get it done.

Whether you’re in for thrills or a leisurely cruise around the coast, you’re covered at Lake Pleasant. Hop on your Vortex and discover what makes this spot such a beloved destination for water enthusiasts of every sort.