Lake Size: 208 Acres
Shoreline Length (Miles): 6 miles
Deepest Depth: 80 feet
Latitude: 34.511111
Longitude: -110.825
Lake Level Above Sea Level: 6,300 feet
Counties: Coconino County
Cities: 15 miles west of Heber, AZ
Lake Management: Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest

Information: Chevelon Canyon Lake is quite remote and is a deep canyon lake that requires a relatively steep hike 3/4 of a mile to get to the waters edge from the parking area. Generally, only the most avid of anglers that are physically well-conditioned fish Chevelon Lake. However, those that do are rewarded with views of the most scenic trout lake in Arziona. It is simply gorgeous and panoramic with thick forested vegetation and trees that abut the lake. If you're seeking tranquilty, this is the lake of choice. Chevelon sets at an elevation of about 6,300 feet and is 15 miles west of Heber-Overgaard, Arizona and about 60 miles northeast of Payson, Arizona. Lake Size. The water surface of the lake is 208 acres with an average depth of 35 feet and a maximum depth of about 80 feet. Chevelon Canyon Lake is a small reservoir located in northern Arizona, about 15 mi (24 km) west of the city of Heber. It is one in a series of small, canyon-bound lakes located on the Mogollon Rim, collectively referred to as the Rim Lakes. It is among the most difficult to access in the region. It is also the second reservoir on Chevelon Creek, downstream from Woods Canyon Lake. Chevelon Canyon Lake is small and moderately deep, having an average depth of 35 ft (11 m) and a surface area of 208 acres (84 ha). The long, narrow lake is formed by an earthen dam impounding the Chevelon Creek in the eponymous Chevelon Canyon. It was constructed in 1965 as part of a flood control and recreational project. The lake, in spite of its relative proximity to the town of Heber, is only accessible via 30 mi (48 km) miles of unpaved forest road, much of which is difficult or impossible to pass due to heavy winter snowfalls between November and April. There is no direct road access to the lake, the final .75 mi (1.21 km) segment being closed to vehicular access and requires a short hike. As the road does not access the lake, boating is limited to small, light canoes or personal flotation devices that can be carried in.[1] Amenities are limited to primitive campsites.[2] In spite of the lake's remoteness and lack of access, it is a premier fishing location due to its stock of rainbow and brown trout.[3] The facilities are maintained by Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest division of the USDA Forest Service.