Woodland Reservoir (Arizona) facts for kids
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 Woodland Reservoir
Location in Arizona
Woodland Reservoir
Location in the United States
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| Location | Navajo County, Arizona, United States |
| Coordinates | 34°7′35.96″N 109°57′6.69″W / 34.1266556°N 109.9518583°W |
| Type | Reservoir |
| Primary inflows | Walnut Creek |
| Primary outflows | Walnut Creek |
| Basin countries | United States |
| Surface area | 10 acres (4.0 ha) |
| Average depth | 4 ft (1.2 m) |
| Max. depth | 20 ft (6.1 m) |
| Surface elevation | 6,893 ft (2,101 m) |
Woodland Lake, also known as Woodland Reservoir, is a beautiful spot located in the town of Pinetop-Lakeside, Arizona. Many people call it the "Crown Jewel" of the town because it's so important for fun outdoor activities. The lake is part of the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests and is a great place for fishing and other adventures.
About Woodland Lake
Woodland Lake sits high up at about 6,893 feet (2,101 m) above sea level. When it's completely full, the lake covers an area of 18 acres (7.3 ha). At its deepest point, it goes down 20 feet (6.1 m).
The lake is used to help water local farms and gardens. This means its water level can go down sometimes. When the water level is lower, the lake is about 10 acres (4.0 ha) in size.
Because the lake is shallow and has a lot of nutrients, the water quality can sometimes be tricky in the summer. To make sure there are always fish for people to catch, the lake is regularly stocked with rainbow trout in the spring and early summer. You might also find a few largemouth bass and channel catfish swimming around.
Fun Things to Do
The town of Pinetop-Lakeside takes care of Woodland Park, which is right next to the lake. There are lots of cool things to do there!
- You can explore many hiking trails.
- There are picnic tables and covered areas called ramadas for outdoor meals.
- Restrooms are available for everyone.
- You can play sand volleyball or tennis.
- Kids have two playgrounds to enjoy.
- There are also some ball fields for sports.
- If you have a boat, there's a boat ramp to launch it.
- A special floating dock makes it easy for everyone to go fishing.
Fish and Other Animals
Woodland Lake is home to several kinds of fish and other creatures. Here are some you might find:
- Rainbow trout (these are added to the lake in spring and early summer)
- Largemouth bass
- Bluegill
- Green Sunfish
- Channel catfish
- Fathead Minnows
- Crayfish
- American Bullfrogs
