Natural
Santa Cruz County, AZ
Approximate location — plotted from published sources, not a site visit, and not a guarantee of access.
Coronado National Forest recreation lake (~50 acres) in Peña Blanca Canyon, foothills of the Atascosa and Pajarito Mountains west of I-19 near Nogales. Named for white volcanic-tuff cliffs; oak-grass hills, boat ramp, fishing piers, shoreline trail, and four picnic areas. Strong birding (waterfowl, egrets, migrants) and a southern-border sky-island natural stop.
| Region | Santa Cruz County, AZ |
|---|---|
| Coordinates (approx.) | 31.3964, -111.0853 |
| Managed by | Coronado NF (Nogales RD) / AZGFD fishery |
| Built | 1957 earthen dam (AZGFD) |
| Day use fee | Yes (or valid Interagency/Coronado pass) |
| Motors | ≤10 hp |
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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