Twilight Dinner Cruise on Canyon Lake

**The Dolly Steamboat is open. Google does state we are closed if we are in between cruises. This website is up to date with departure times

Dine on Canyon Lake

The water level of Canyon Lake will be lowered for approximately 16 weeks beginning September 16, 2026, to allow for critical dam safety inspections and maintenance. During this period, Tonto National Forest will close the lake, including all boat ramps and public access points.

As a result, the Dolly Steamboat will temporarily suspend operations starting August 30th. While we will miss sharing Canyon Lake with our guests during this time, we look forward to welcoming you to once again experience the breathtaking beauty, wildlife, and scenic wonders that make Canyon Lake such a special destination at the beginning of January 2027.

Though we will be away for a short time, Canyon Lake’s beauty will be waiting! We look forward to reintroducing you to the magic of this breathtaking and stunning desert oasis in January 2027.

Our dinner boat cruise at Canyon Lake offers all of the grandeur of our daily Dolly steamboat cruise with the special, added ambiance of the twilight. Dine in style and complete relaxation during this magical time of day. Observe Canyon Lake wildlife, like bighorn sheep and bald eagles, as they settle in for the evening. A twilight dinner cruise aboard the Dolly is an experience you’ll never forget. You get to enjoy a “Mark Twain” voyage while you relax and admire the breathtaking scenery, with a delicious meal. Beat the heat and dine with us on our air conditioned lower and upper decks. Reserve your spot on our dinner cruise now.

*All passengers must check in at ticket booth 30 minutes prior to scheduled departure time.*

Before You Board

• The ticket booth will open 25 to 45 minutes prior to departure. Arrival time is 30 minutes prior to scheduled departure
• Reservations are required
• Please inform us if you have any special needs
• Boarding will be done by the captain. Please listen for instruction prior to boarding. We ask that you DO NOT block or go to the walkway until directed by the crew or captain. We will board those with special needs and one helper first. (Please only hold one table for the remainder of your group)
• All children must wear and keep on a life jacket, please inform the captain of the weight of your child
• No personal beverages, food, alcohol, firearms (CCW holders okay) or weapons allowed. Unopened bottled water is okay
• A snack bar is available on board with water, sodas, snacks, and alcohol. Please keep in mind that it is CASH OR CHECK ONLY. No credit cards, please.
• No glass containers are allowed at Canyon Lake
• The crew will check all carry-ons, so please have coolers, purses, and small bags unzipped and open for inspection as you board the Dolly
• Smoking is not allowed onboard
• Service animals only! What is a service animal?
  Under the ADA a service animal is defined as a dog that has been trained to do work or perform a task for an
  individual with a disability that is directly related to the person’s disability. 
• In some circumstances, you may share a table with another group. For special accommodations, please contact us at 480-827-9144