5 Options to Enjoy Lake Life this Winter at Scorpion Bay

Winter isn’t a typical lake season across the U.S., but in Arizona where daytimes temps are in the 70s and low 80s, it’s the perfect time to visit Scorpion Bay Marina at Lake Pleasant. Plan to enjoy Hot Tub Boats, Floating Cabins and more. This is a fantastic time of year to be outside in Arizona. Located just 45 minutes from downtown Phoenix in Peoria, Arizona on Lake Pleasant, Scorpion Bay offers convenience and world-class marina services for the entire family. With a variety of nearby hikes, award-winning food and boat rentals including pontoons, fishing boats, ski-boats, kayaks and other water toys – you’re sure to find a full day of entertainment on the water.

1. Hot Tub Boats: Yachtuzzi season is upon us. Experience Phoenix’s “hottest” new experience. Hop aboard a Yachtuzzi Boat for the ultimate in relaxation while soaking in beautiful desert scenery. Departing from Scorpion Bay Marina, Yachtuzzi boats give you the comfort of a spa with the freedom of a boat. Enjoy the temperature-controlled water, a built-in Bluetooth speaker, easy joystick navigation, and a capacity for up to six people. Yachtuzzi boats are ideal for engagements, anniversaries, romantic date nights, bachelorette parties, bachelor parties, and more! Cherished memories will be made aboard the Yachtuzzi Boats. Visit https://pleasantwatersports.com/yachtuzzis/ and call to book: 602.714.7478.

2. Floating Cabins: Small enough to fit in a slip, but large enough to sleep four to eight people, the floating cabins offer the best of lake camping without all the work of camping shoreside – it’s truly lake “Glamping”. With a fully supplied kitchen and access to a washer and dryer, they bring the comfort and convenience of home to the beauty and serenity of life on the water. Click to see the experience: Instagram. Enjoy Scorpion Bay and Lake Pleasant in a whole new way and visit https://www.scorpionbayaz.com/floating-cabins/ to learn more and explore availability.

3. Winter Watersports: Wake surfing, kayaking, fishing and tubing are still very popular in the fall and winter at Lake Pleasant. Even in December, January and February, families can jet ski, wakeboard, ski, fish, paddleboard, or enjoy a leisurely day on a pontoon boat at Scorpion Bay. Wakeboard, wakesurf and paddleboard yoga lessons are also available. We offer wet or dry suits to help keep families warm, but often see kids just in hooded sweatshirts, shorts and flip flops on a winter day at the marina.

4. Scorpion Bay Grill: Join us for fresh food and cocktails lakeside with a 360-degree view of all the beauty the Sonoran Desert has to offer at Scorpion Bay Grill. Check our new seasonal menu featuring Fresh Salads, House Made Flatbreads, Grilled Burgers, Sandwiches, Seasonal Desserts and Weekend Chef Specials. Enjoy indoor and outdoor seating or drive your boat straight up to the restaurant for a to-go order!
   • Live Music:  I Am Harley Davidson
     Nov 28 and Dec 27, 1-4 p.m.

5. Day and Chef's Table Cruises: This winter Scorpion Bay welcomes guests to hop aboard one of the marina’s 52-foot-long luxury charter boats for a relaxing Day Cruise or Chef’s Table cruise. On each excursion, visitors will cruise the lake, including its many coves and bluffs for a serene lake experience where you don’t need to rent the entire charter boat. The crew handles everything from driving and docking to music, so guests can sit back and savor an unforgettable Arizona sunset on the water. https://www.scorpionbayaz.com/events-calendar/
   • November 22 Day Cruise: 3 p.m. – 4:15 p.m., $30 per person
   • November 29 Day Cruise: 3 p.m. – 4:15 p.m., $30 per person
   • November 29 Chef's Table Cruise, 4pm - 6pm, $75 per person
     A cruise and dinner prepared by Scorpion Bay Grill’s chef. Call 928-501-7368 to reserve.
   • December 27 Chef's Table Cruise: 4pm - 6pm, $75 per person
     A cruise and dinner prepared by Scorpion Bay Grill’s chef. Call 928-501-7368 to reserve.

About Scorpion Bay

Located just 45 minutes from downtown Phoenix in Peoria, Arizona on Lake Pleasant, Scorpion Bay offers convenience and world-class marina services for the entire family. With hundreds of covered and uncovered wet slips, world-class food at Scorpion Bay Grill – as well as boat rentals including pontoons, fishing boats, ski-boats, kayaks and other water toys – you’re sure to find a full day of entertainment on the water. As part of Lake Pleasant Regional Park, visitors can venture out for hiking, picnicking and wildlife viewing in the area. Parking is easily accessible and our no cost electric tram will take guests and their gear from the parking lot to the dock in minutes. Scorpion Bay is managed by Desert Troon Companies https://desert-troon.com/

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Scorpion Bay is Arizona’s premier floating playground, offering everything from daily pontoon and ski boat rentals to slips for harboring your yacht (or dinghy). Come for the fishing or come for the frolicking—either way, incredible mountain views, fantastic dining and world-class marina services await less than an hour out of Phoenix. https://www.scorpionbayaz.com/