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Alvord Lake - City of Phoenix
 
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Alvord Lake                Alvord Lake
 

LOCATION:  Cesar Chavez Park

                      7858 S 35th Ave

PARK HOURS:  5:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.

SIZE:  25 acres, Maximum depth 18 feet.

RULES:  Swimming, wading, glass containers and littering are prohibited. Alcoholic beverage permits required.  Boating permitted only between sunrise and sunset.  Only canoes, rowboats and sailboats are allowed (no rafts).  No motors allowed (gas or electric).  Must have proper floatation devices on board.  Fishing from a boat is prohibited.  Other rules posted.

FOR MORE PARK INFORMATION CONTACT:

Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department

(602) 262-6111

 

  

DAILY BAG & POSSESSION LIMITS:

4   catfish
4   trout
2   bass (13 inch minimum)
10 sunfish
1   white amur (30 inch minimum)
Statewide limits apply to all other species

PARK AMENITIES:

  • Boating
  • Large Shade Trees
  • Group Ramadas
  • Playground
  • Sports Fields
  • Library
  • Walking Trail

Joined UFP in 1987



 
Special Note:  A blue colored dye has been added to the lake to help control algae growth.  This dye is harmless to fish, animals and humans.  Please direct any questions or concerns to Arizona Game and Fish Department at (623) 236-7268 or jhill@azgfd.gov or to City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department at (602) 262-6111.  
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  • New! 2010 Sandhill Crane Regulations
    [PDF, 338kb]
  • 2010 Urban Fishing Guidebook and Regulations
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