Saguaro Lake is situated in the Sonoran Desert just 40 miles northeast of downtown Phoenix and is a popular destination for outdoor recreation. The lake offers miles of shoreline for paddling with side coves and channels that provide shelter from the wind and other boat traffic. The lake is divided into two sections that are separated by narrow waterways where boat speeds are restricted to 15 mph keeping the waters safer for small watercraft. Other activities at the lake include camping, picnicing, hiking, fishing, and swimming in designated areas.