Lake Pleasant, Arizona
Lake Pleasant's Most Thrilling Ride
90-minute jet boat tours through towering desert canyons, past bald eagles and wild burros, on the stunning Agua Fria River near Phoenix.
Wed–Sun · 2 Trips Daily · Reservations Open Nov 1
What to Expect
The Experience
Canyon Walls & Desert Scenery
Race through the Agua Fria River canyon past towering red rock walls, saguaro-studded hillsides, and dramatic desert landscapes found nowhere else in the Phoenix area.
Wildlife Encounters
Spot bald eagles soaring overhead, wild burros grazing the shoreline, great blue herons, and an abundance of desert wildlife in their natural habitat.
High-Speed Jet Boat Action
Experience the rush of a purpose-built jet boat hitting top speeds, spinning 360s, and navigating shallow canyon waters inaccessible to any other vessel.
Lake Pleasant · Peoria, AZ
2026–2027 Season
2026–2027 Season
Easy Day Trip from Anywhere in the Valley
Things to Do Near Phoenix & Scottsdale
Staying in Scottsdale, downtown Phoenix, or anywhere in the Valley? Lake Pleasant is an easy drive — and a jet boat tour through the Agua Fria River canyon is unlike anything else in Arizona.
Lake Pleasant Regional Park · 41835 N Castle Hot Springs Rd, Peoria, AZ · Park entry fee applies
Lake Pleasant Regional Park
Things to Do at Lake Pleasant
Lake Pleasant is one of the most dramatic desert landscapes in Arizona — and most Phoenix visitors never see it. Here's what makes it worth the drive.
Jet Boat Tours
The only jet boat tour at Lake Pleasant. Race through 200-foot canyon walls on the Agua Fria River, spot bald eagles and wild burros, and experience high-speed desert thrills unlike anything else in Arizona.
Canyon Scenery
The Agua Fria River arm of the lake cuts through ancient volcanic rock, forming dramatic canyon walls only accessible by boat. You'll pass the ruins of the original Waddell Dam — a piece of Arizona history most people never find.
Wildlife Watching
Bald eagles nest along the canyon walls November through March. Great blue herons, osprey, wild burros, and mule deer are common year-round. The jet boat puts you deep inside the canyon where wildlife concentrations are highest.
Nov 18 – May 1
Open All Winter. When Everyone Else Closes.
River tubing, kayaking outfitters, and summer lake operations shut down in October. We're just getting started. AZ Jet Boat runs November through May — the best season to be on the water in Arizona.
Agua Fria River Canyon
Wildlife You Won't See from the Shore
The jet boat takes you deep into the canyon — the only way to reach the stretches where wildlife concentrations are highest. Bald eagles nest here November through March.
Be First to Book
Drop your email and we'll notify you the moment reservations open. Early bird discounts available for the first bookings.