Lake Mary (Lake Mary Area)

Lake Mary (at 35.107, -111.5769) is described as a snowkiting location near Flagstaff that becomes viable when the lake freezes and is covered with snow or when the lake bed is dry and snow-covered. The terrain is characterized as flat, with a frozen-lake/snow surface suitable for kite control and moving across an open area. Wind directions are the most consistently reported piece of information: SE and NW are listed as best for the spot, with the local note that the wind tends to funnel along the length of the reservoir. Typical wind strengths for the spot are reported around 12–25 knots, with medium reliability and moderate gustiness; turbulence may also form near treelines and hillsides depending on where riders position. Safety warnings focus heavily on winter shoreline hazards. The road alongside the lake is repeatedly flagged as a primary risk, and additional hazards include power lines, barbed wire fences, rocks near the shore, thin ice, and variations in snow depth. The guidance is to respect seasonal closures, keep clear of power lines and the roadway, and check ice thickness before entering any ride area. Overall, it appears more like a remote/less documented snowkiting site than an established, heavily reviewed destination. Reported conditions and operational details (beyond wind direction, winter timing, and safety constraints) are limited in available spot-specific documentation, so riders should plan conservatively and verify conditions on arrival.