easy
1.5 hours
Suitable for all fitness levels, including families and older adults
Experience stunning desert cliffs and wildlife on a 1.5-hour Dolly Steamboat Cruise through Canyon Lake, followed by a delicious local lunch in historic Tortilla Flat.
8 hours
Embark on a captivating 1.5-hour cruise on Canyon Lake, where stunning views and wildlife sightings await. Experience the beauty of Arizona's flora and fauna while learning about the area's rich history. After the cruise, indulge in a delicious lunch at Tortilla Flat, featuring mouthwatering local specialties.
8 hours
Sit back, relax and take in the gorgeous views of Canyon Lake! During this one-and-a-half-hour, six-mile cruise, you may see desert bighorn sheep, bald eagles, and a host of other animals and local wildlife viewed from the decks of the Dolly! We also touch on the beautiful flora from the stately Saguaro cacti to the microscopic organism called desert varnish. Discover why there’s more to Arizona than just desert on this spectacular Canyon Lake cruise. You never know what you might learn about Canyon Lake, Tortilla Flat, and the surrounding area aboard the Dolly. Beat the heat on our climate-controlled lower and upper decks.
Lunch after at Tortilla Flats restaurant (see menu below )
Carne Asada Street tacos Three locally made corn tortillas, chopped Carne, Asada, steak, melted peppermint, jack cheese, homemade cactus, salsa, Verde, cilantro, red onion, and Cotija cheese with Spanish rice and black beans.
Devils chili with cornbread Tortilla flat world, famous killer chili served over buttered cornbread, topped with mixed cheese, sour cream, and red and green onions.
Chicken Street tacos Three delicious locally made corn tortillas, seasoned shredded chicken, melted, mixed cheese, homemade cactus salsa, Verde, cilantro, avocado, Cotija cheese, minced onion with Spanish rice and black beans
Killer bowl of chili Award-winning killer chili served with our locally made buttered flour tortilla
Pistolero Burro Superstition’s biggest burrito. Season shredded chicken, roasted red peppers, onions pepper, jack cheese, Spanish rice, and black beans wrapped in a locally made flour tortilla, smothered with three cheese queso topped with diced tomatoes, cilantro, and Cotija cheese.
Buzzard strips Southern-style breaded chicken tenders, served crispy with house fries. Choice of dipping sauce: Hot, mild prickly pear, barbecue ranch, or honey mustard Salads
El Ceasro Country-style chicken, fritters, glazed and mild buffalo sauce, shredded carrots, red onions, chopped romaine, Parmesan and garlic croutons in a Caesar dressing
BBQ Cob Glazed prickly pair of barbecue chicken breast over crisp, iceberg cheddar jack, fire, roasted corn, black beans, diced tomatoes, red onion, and crispy tortilla chips
Fajita salad Choice of grilled chicken or Carne Asada, steak, iceberg, lettuce, black beans, mixed cheese, roasted peppers, and onion, topped with guacamole and served in a crispy shell avocado ranch on the side.
Snacks & water on the van
Available Sundays -Wednesdays for groups of 10 or more
The lake is home to diverse birds including bald eagles and herons—binoculars enhance your view.
Arizona’s sun can be intense even during cooler months—use sunscreen and hats.
The Dolly Steamboat can fill quickly, so get there ahead of time for the best seats.
Temperatures can vary significantly on the water, so bring a light jacket or fleece.
Canyon Lake was formed after the Roosevelt Dam was built in 1911, transforming this desert river area into a picturesque reservoir crucial for water supply and recreation.
Tonto National Forest practices regulated water use and habitat preservation programs to maintain the lake’s ecological health and visitor experience.
Protects skin from intense desert sun exposure during the cruise.
summer specific
Enhances wildlife viewing and distant landscape appreciation.
Adds warmth during cooler mornings or breezy afternoons on the water.
spring specific
Provides shade and reduces sun exposure during the open-air cruise.
summer specific