

Small desert lake with open-water reflections, shoreline vegetation and distant Santa Rita foothills — good for sunrise/sunset color, wildlife (waterfowl, herons) and dramatic monsoon skies. Easily accessible paved paths and picnic areas; free parking at S Camino Larga Vista. Visit early mornings for bird activity and calm water; evenings for warm light and silhouettes. No entry fee; dress for sun and occasional winds.


Small desert lake with open-water reflections, shoreline vegetation and distant Santa Rita foothills — good for sunrise/sunset color, wildlife (waterfowl, herons) and dramatic monsoon skies. Easily accessible paved paths and picnic areas; free parking at S Camino Larga Vista. Visit early mornings for bird activity and calm water; evenings for warm light and silhouettes. No entry fee; dress for sun and occasional winds.