There are limited camping and picnicking facilities, plus trailhead access to Mt. Wrightson Wilderness. It is located just 5 miles north of the Mexican border and is open all year. Camping, boating, hiking, and picnicking can be enjoyed year-round at Lakeview Campground and associated facilities. The Swift Trail, a paved road for about half of its length, provides good access except during winter months when it is closed due to snow. Camping and picnicking facilities are available with trail access to spectacular rock formations at higher elevations.
Lake offers camping, picnicking and summertime fishing.
No boating or swimming is allowed in the lake. There is trail access to the Chiricahua Wilderness. Park Campground is near a large meadow surrounded by cool pines at an elevation of 8,500 feet. Access is by way of a steep, winding, unpaved mountain road not recommended for trailers over 16 feet. A trailhead provides access to the Chiricahua Wilderness.