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Make your trip to Lake Pleasant in Arizona a great one by following Arizona Boating Rules brought to you courtesy of Maricopa County Parks & Recreation.

Volunteers are the key to keeping the Maricopa County Parks and trail system working effectively including those in and around Scorpion Bay at Lake Pleasant. Many volunteer opportunities are available, with volunteers serving more than 90,000 hours annually.

Lake Pleasant in Arizona is a popular location for scuba diving, offering diverse underwater terrain and depths suitable for various skill levels. It features rock walls, canyons, and underwater structures, including the old Waddell Dam, and is known for its freshwater fish and other aquatic life, including a variety of fish species, such as largemouth bass, white bass, and catfish.

Summers in Arizona are best spent on the refreshing lake. Despite the hot temps, unforgettable memories can be made at Scorpion Bay and captured on camera.  When taking photos, you’ll experience light variations, beautiful skies, water-based backgrounds, and much more at Lake Pleasant.

Chairman Galvin of the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors recently invited media to Scorpion Bay within Lake Pleasant Regional Park for a press conference dedicated to staying safe on Arizona’s beautiful lakes and trails for the summer holidays.

Father’s Day is the perfect time for a fun-filled Arizona day trip or local outing with your old man. From spelunking to tubing at Scorpion Bay, these ideas include a dash of excitement to ensure this will be a Father’s Day he doesn’t forget.

In honor of National Safe Boating Week, we’re sharing tips and activities to enhance safety in and around Lake Pleasant and Scorpion Bay in Peoria Arizona. Before getting on the water, make sure you have basic knowledge of boating terminology, how to operate your boat safely, legal requirements, and what to do in case of an emergency.

Join the Arizona Game and Fish Department Boating Safety Education Program in promoting water safety at upcoming life jacket exchange events across the state, including May 17th here at the Lake Pleasant 10 Lane Boat Ramp from 8 a.m. until noon.

Memorial Day is just around the corner and one of the most popular holidays for Lake Pleasant in Peoria Arizona.

Scorpion Bay Marina, Lake Pleasant’s most family-friendly destination, will offer its first Ranger led Sunset Cruise on Saturday, March 30.
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