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Roper Lake State Park sunrise Arizona

Roper Lake State Park (Hot Springs Closed) – Safford, Arizona

October 28, 2022 By //  by Matt Thomas

The hot spring at Roper Lake State Park is closed and no plans have been made to resume operation.

When visiting Tucson, Arizona, and looking for a place to rest and explore the outdoors, Roper Lake State Park is a fun stop. Located in Graham County, this rural state park offers a hot spring, lake, hiking trails, and camping resources.

Natural Hot Springs Pool Closed

 Formerly, it could be experienced through an outdoor rock-lined hot tub. The water’s temperature varied depending on the time of year, with an average temperature of about 99 degrees F. The hot tub was a perfect spot for a quick dip after a long day of enjoying Arizona’s nature. The hot spring tub was small and got crowded quickly.

If the hot water was too much, you could easily cool off in the peaceful Roper Lake. Whether you like boating, swimming, or fishing, there are plenty of water activities available here. You can enjoy all this with the picturesque view of Mount Graham in the background.

Swimming and Other Activities

Soaking in the hot tub and swimming in the lake were popular activities at Roper Lake State Park, now only the latter is permitted in one designated area. In addition to swimming, there are five miles of hiking trails in the park, and the area is great for bird-watching as well.

Roper Lake State Park sunrise Arizona
Roper Lake State Park sunrise, Arizona. Photo: dmallen321

Camping and Cabin Rentals

Because there is so much to enjoy at Roper Lake State Park, many people decide to stay a few days and take advantage of the camping resources. The designated campground area includes restrooms and showers, vending machines, electric RV hook-ups, picnic tables, grills, and public phones.

You can even rent one of the eight cabins on site, which are sure to be perfect for you and your whole family.

Hours and Admission

The rest of the state park is easily accessible from the road without needing an additional hike. It’s open year-round from 6 am to 10 pm with a vehicle fee when entering the park.

When planning a trip to Roper Lake State Park, be sure to keep in mind you will need to make reservations in advance if you plan on camping at the park overnight.

For more information about everything that Roper Lake State Park has to offer, you can make a stop at the visitor center as you explore the area. There is also a store in the visitor center where you can pick up any necessities you may have forgotten to pack.

If you’re looking to explore other nearby parks and hot springs, we recommend you look into visiting the Hot Well Dunes, Pinaleno Mountains, and Riggs Flat Lake.

No matter what you have planned for your outdoor getaway, Roper Lake State Park will fulfill your hot spring needs while also offering many other fun activities for the whole family.

Getting There

From Safford, AZ:

Travel south down US-191. Turn left onto W Roper Lake Rd., then take the first right onto E Roper Lake Rd. Not long after, the entrance to Roper Lake State Park will be on the left.

Details

Address: 101 E Roper Lake Rd, Safford, Arizona 85546

Phone: 928-428-6760

Season: Year-round

Website: azstateparks.com/roper-lake

Matt Thomas

About Matt Thomas

Matt is an avid writer, explorer and magic maker, who loves to showcase this wild, wondrous world. Join him at Uncover Vietnam and Uncover Colorado for a local look at these captivating destinations.

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