Horseshoe Cienega Lake

Horseshoe Cienega Lake is popular for catching record sized brown trout. The lake freezes in the winter making it one of the few prime ice-fishing holes in Arizona. Originally built in 1960 and located in the White Mountains just south of Bog Tank its definitely worth a trip out of town. Since the lake is on the White Mountain Apache Reservation be sure to purchase a permit before heading out.

Phone Numbers for more information::

Game and Fish (928)338-4385

Restrictions/Season of Use:

Open all year Stocked first in May when weather permits

Road Conditions:

Paved

Land Ownership:

A1 Lake is owned by the White Mountain Apache Tribe

Ranger Station/District:

Pinetop Game and Fish (928)3674281 or the Apache Sitgreaves National Forest at (928)333-4301

Entrance Fees/Permits:

White Mountains Permit

Elevation:

The elevation at Horseshoe Cienega Lake is 8100 feet

Max Surface Acres:

121

River Lake Impounds:

Horseshoe Cienega Lake impounds the Black River

Average Depth:

Horseshoe Cienega is a swallow lake that freezes in the winter months 15 to 20 feet tops

Bag Limit:

Trout: 5 for adults (15 and over) 3 for juveniles (10-14) 2 for kids (under 10) Bass and Catfish: 15 for adults, 8 for juveniles, 8 for kids All other species "No limit"

Boat/Engine Restrictions:

Electric only

Boats to Rent:

Yes

Swimming:

No

Camping:

Yes

Trailer Spaces:

Yes nearby

Electricity:

No

Launching Area:

Yes

Water Skiing:

No

Marinas:

No marinas at Horseshoe Cienega Lake

To get to Horseshoe Cienega Lake just drive east on the 260 and just before reaching the 273 south look for the signs to the lake. Use the map above to help you out.