We come to this lake often because it is the closest body of water to home. It's a mellow place especially during the week. There are plenty of grills so bring dinner and enjoy a lovely sunset. The S/O fishes off the dock but I cant say he has been successful. You can look down and see the fish so that is a tad frustrating.
There is something for everyone here. The boat rentals are fun but it is a smallish lake so a half day is plenty to explore the whole thing. The saguaros jutting into the blue,blue sky is quintessential Arizona.
A few hours at the Lake releases all that urban angst and reminds you why you live here.