Watson Lake Tours

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Watson Lake is a popular place to escape from the fast pace of daily life. Check if any water activities are available here, or simply soak up the peaceful ambiance.

This Prescott body of water is an ideal spot to begin your day of sightseeing. There's plenty to see and do in the vicinity, such as Whiskey Row, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and Yavapai College. Wander around at your leisure at Watson Lake before heading to these other fine sights.

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Reviews of Watson Lake

4.5
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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4 - Good
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3 - Okay
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2 - Disappointing
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Dec 31, 2019

If hiking in winter, keep in mind the wayfinders are white dots painted on the rock surface. We made it quite a game with our 6 year old to find the white dots! Beautiful hike until the last stretch which is pretty much open road.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Jan 15, 2019

Quick easy hike with beautiful scenery! Also easy to venture off trail to get a higher up view

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Dec 31, 2018

Very Pretty and easy walking.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Sep 15, 2018

Wear sunscreen...higher elevation means you sunburn easier even when it is overcast.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Sep 4, 2018

Follow the dots! It's 5 miles and it's not the easiest, but doable hike. Wish we had more time to kayak.

4/5 - Good

sheryl
Aug 31, 2018

use riparian area and south east entrances for birding and hiking. park itself was great for dogs and family.

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Prescott Resort
Prescott Resort
3.5 out of 5
1500 State Route 69, Prescott, AZ
Prescott Resort
Quaint Cabin With Spectacular Views Of The Granite Dells, Great Hiking/Kayaking!
Quaint Cabin With Spectacular Views Of The Granite Dells, Great Hiking/Kayaking!
Prescott
Quaint Cabin With Spectacular Views Of The Granite Dells, Great Hiking/Kayaking!
4 bedroom peaceful cabin with breathtaking views, walk to lake.
4 bedroom peaceful cabin with breathtaking views, walk to lake.
Prescott
4 bedroom peaceful cabin with breathtaking views, walk to lake.
6 bedroom spacious cabin near Watson Lake, sleeps 14
6 bedroom spacious cabin near Watson Lake, sleeps 14
Prescott
6 bedroom spacious cabin near Watson Lake, sleeps 14
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Conference Center Prescott
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Conference Center Prescott
2.5 out of 5
4499 E State Route 69, Prescott, AZ
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Conference Center Prescott
Forest Villas Hotel - Prescott
Forest Villas Hotel - Prescott
3 out of 5
3645 Lee Cir, Prescott, AZ
Forest Villas Hotel - Prescott
The Little House in Rustic Ridge at Granite Dells
The Little House in Rustic Ridge at Granite Dells
Prescott
The Little House in Rustic Ridge at Granite Dells
Rustic Ridge At Granite Dells
Rustic Ridge At Granite Dells
Prescott
Rustic Ridge At Granite Dells
Pet-Friendly Vacation Rental in Prescott!
Pet-Friendly Vacation Rental in Prescott!
Prescott
Pet-Friendly Vacation Rental in Prescott!
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