Mormon Lake Arizona Map

About Mormon Lake, Arizona

Mormon Lake is a locality in Coconino County, Arizona, United States. It is a small community with a population of 153. The population density is 48.5 people per km². Mormon Lake is located at 34.9084°N, 111.4632°W. It observes the Mountain Standard Time — no DST (America/Phoenix) timezone. ZIP code: 86038.

Mormon Lake lies in the high country of Coconino County, a vast, shallow basin that often shimmers under the immense Arizona sky. It lies 22.7 miles south-south-east of Flagstaff, AZ (from Flagstaff, AZ: bearing 152°T), and is situated 17.1 miles east of Sedona. The surrounding landscape is a study in muted earth tones, with ponderosa pine forests climbing the gentle slopes, their dark green needles a stark contrast to the pale, sun-bleached grasses of the lakebed. When water is present, it forms a broad, tranquil expanse, reflecting the endless blue above, and its shores are a mosaic of sandy stretches and scattered, sun-weathered driftwood. The air here carries the crisp, clean scent of pine and dry earth, especially in the late afternoon when the sun begins its slow descent, casting long, dramatic shadows that stretch across the open country. This place, Mormon Lake, owes its name to the early Latter-day Saint settlers who envisioned agricultural prosperity in this high desert. Though the dream of extensive farming proved challenging, the area developed a distinct character tied to ranching and a quiet self-reliance. The economy still hums with the low thrum of livestock, and a scattering of ranches dot the periphery, their weathered fences and sturdy barns speaking of generations of hard work. It’s a place where the pace of life is dictated by the sun and the seasons, and the occasional gathering at the local store or community hall is a significant event. The vastness of the surrounding national forest offers a sense of wildness, a reminder of the untamed beauty that defines this high plateau.

About This Mormon Lake Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Mormon Lake, Arizona with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Mormon Lake and Coconino County.

Detailed location data for Mormon Lake includes the ZIP code (86038), telephone area code (928), county seat of Coconino County (Flagstaff), and school district assignment (Flagstaff Unified District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Mormon Lake is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.