The temperatures across Arizona this week have been brutal! Some places hit record highs days in a row and others were just unseasonably hot for June. In fact, I’m sure some of you were daydreaming of leaving for a day (or the entire week) for cooler temperatures elsewhere.

Well, we still have a few months of hot weather, so there are still opportunities to do just that. If a weekend trip to a lovely lake sounds like the perfect escape, you will love this one near Tucson.

When you view the Catalinas from Tucson, it's a bit difficult to imagine that the mountains are actually hiding a beautiful forest.
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But it's true! And also located here is Rose Canyon Lake, a picturesque view that is perfect for those hot desert days.
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The lake covers 7 acres, is surrounded by pines, and is a short walk from the Rose Canyon Campground, located halfway up the mountain.
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It is a popular fishing site, stocked with rainbow trout April through August. Just remember to get your fishing license ahead of time!
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Nearby, you'll find wildlife enjoying the water, so enjoy the sights and sounds!
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This is the perfect place to sit back and relax on a summer day. Enjoy watching the wildlife, going for a hike, or a tasty picnic.
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The sunsets will take your breath away; a mutlicolored sky reflecting off the lake water looks absolutely incredible.
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And the nights here are simply spectacular!
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Rose Canyon Lake is located in the Santa Catalina Mountains of Tucson and can be accessed via the Mount Lemmon Highway. You can find information about accessing the lake, fees, and other details by visiting the U.S. Forest Service website.

Want to read about another beautiful Arizona lake? You will love reading about Knoll Lake in The Incredible Spring-Fed Lake In Arizona You Absolutely Need To Visit.

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