Mittry Lake Wildlife Area

There are a number of hiking areas in Arizona, but the Mittry Lake Wildlife Area in Yuma features so much more than just hiking. There are open areas for picnicking, camping areas, habitats for wild animals, and plenty of opportunities for fun and recreation. The park has undergone renovations, as surprising as that is in a natural area. There have been marsh dredgings, revegetations, and improvements to the fish habitat. This is a popular area for studying nature and watching birds, so it is important that the area is as easily navigated by birdwatchers as it is for hikers and campers. The camping area is not an official area and there are no hookups, but camping is allowed in the park. Boating is permitted on the lake and there are a number of waterways that connected to the main lake. Fishing is allowed in the lake and species include flathead and channel catfish, largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, carp, and tilapia. Temperatures in the area can vary from 30 degrees to more than 120 degrees, so it is important to be prepared no matter what time of year you are headed to the area. The area is best known for its wildlife and you may encounter a variety of reptiles, mammals, birds, mule deer, bighorn sheep, wild burros, and bobcats.