An independent PrescottGO sightseeing suggestion pairing Watson Lake's granite landscape with the pine setting of Goldwater Lake. Drive between these separate recreation areas, leaving time for short walks or a picnic at each.
Both parks have official visitor information linked below. Choose walks that fit your ability and the day's conditions; rocky shoreline routes can differ from level picnic areas. Swimming is not permitted at these lakes. Parking arrangements, seasonal hours, water access, and rentals are managed separately by the parks, so check the city pages before departure. This itinerary includes no equipment, guide, or reserved facilities.
Address: Start: 3101 Watson Lake Park Rd, Prescott, AZ ↗ (Apple Maps ↗)
Approximate duration: Flexible; choose your own walking distance
Your self-guided route
Watson Lake
See the lake framed by the Granite Dells and explore the park's developed viewpoints and picnic areas.
Goldwater Lake
Continue to the forested park for picnic areas, trails, and a different lakeside landscape.