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Riggs Flat Lake
Riggs Flat Lake is located in Arizona
Riggs Flat Lake
Riggs Flat Lake
Location in Arizona
Location Graham County, Arizona,
United States
Coordinates 32°42′28″N 109°57′58″W / 32.70778°N 109.96611°W / 32.70778; -109.96611
Type Reservoir
Basin countries United States
Surface area 11 acres (4.5 ha)
Average depth 45 ft (14 m)
Surface elevation 9,000 ft (2,700 m)

Riggs Flat Lake is a special place in Arizona. It is a reservoir, which means it's a lake made by people to store water. This lake sits high up in the beautiful Pinaleño Mountains.

You can find Riggs Flat Lake inside the Coronado National Forest, in Graham County, Arizona. It's about 40 miles (64 km) southwest of a town called Safford.

What Fish Live Here?

Riggs Flat Lake is a popular spot for fishing! You can find different kinds of fish swimming in its waters.

Types of Trout

  • Rainbow Trout: These fish are known for their colorful stripes.
  • Brown trout: These trout often have brown and orange spots.
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