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The Dolly Steamboat

Sightseeing and Dinner Steamboat Cruises in Tortilla Flat, Arizona

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From $55
  • 3 hours

Game & Fish Bighorn Sheep Cruise

This special event includes two parts:

A classroom session where participants can learn about bighorn sheep in their natural history, management and historical significance will be held prior to the Dolly Cruise on the lake. Please contact the Mesa office of the Arizona Game and Fish Department at 480-981-9400 for details and to register for the limited seating.

The viewing portion of the event is aboard the Dolly Steamboat where the group will tour Canyon Lake to view wild bighorn sheep.

Reservations are required directly with the Dolly Steamboat, as boat capacity is limited.

Bighorn sheep can be observed year round on Dolly. Observations in the spring time can be successful during most of the day and the comfortable temperatures allow greater enjoyment of Canyon Lake. However, early mornings in June and July are the times of year when bighorn sheep stay pretty close to the water due early in the morning due to the heat. The mating season is also underway and the hotter it is, the better the opportunity is to see bighorn sheep along the water’s edge.

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About Dolly Steamboat

Nestled in the heart of the Superstition Mountains lies the spectacular Canyon Lake, home of the Dolly Steamboat. Continuing a tradition of cruising since 1925, the Dolly Steamboat now cruises the secluded inner waterways of this beautiful lake.

View the majestic desert bighorn sheep, bald eagles and a host of other wildlife, waterfowl, and birds. Experience the unique ambiance that is created by the sounds of plying through the waters of Canyon Lake. Listen as your captain recounts the legends and lore of the mysterious Superstition Mountains. Expect to be treated with outstanding service and personal attention to your every need. Feel free to ask questions, move about and mingle with the crew. Air conditioned lower and upper cabin during summer months.

The Dolly on the water with the canyon scenery in the background

Discover Why People Cruise With Us

Canyon Lake Adventure

A great way to see beautiful rock formations, wildlife, and a gorgeous lake. A must do on any adventure.

– Rose R., TripAdvisor
Vacation

A very pleasant way to see the sites. A definite must do on your trip. We will try the sunset cruise next time!

– Cskoda2, TripAdvisor
Very Good

This was a great boat ride. The cost was $25.00 for a 90-minute tour. Very interesting and the staff was very friendly.

– Budv, TripAdvisor
First Visit

What a wonderful day trip! We absolutely loved our excursion on the Dolly Steamboat. The staff is delightful. Would thoroughly recommend!

– Compass56, TripAdvisor
Day Trip to Canyon Lake

We had friends from out of town and we thought they should see part of the Superstition Mountains and look at them from the lake. Great afternoon and well worth the money.

– Tomfolwell, TripAdvisor
Enjoyable Afternoon

Great for all ages. Reasonably priced Favorite for those who like water in the desert The guide is very engaging. A stop for out of towners

– PhyllieG, TripAdvisor