Tonto Pass in Apache Junction, AZ
16 vendors selling Tonto National Forest day passes in Apache Junction · closest site: Canyon Lake (~20 min).
All Vendors in Apache Junction
AJ's Mini Mart
3940 S. Ironwood Dr., Apache Junction
Apache Korners
420 N. Apache Trail, Apache Junction
Canyon Food Mart
1000 E. Old West Hwy, Apache Junction
Circle K #1556
2360 W. Broadway Rd., Apache Junction
Circle K #1989
3135 W. Superstition Blvd., Apache Junction
Circle K #3442
1550 W. Apache Trail, Apache Junction
Apache Junction is the gateway to Canyon Lake, Apache Lake, and the Apache Trail (AZ-88). It's the last cluster of vendors before the road climbs east into the mountains — most folks heading to those lakes grab their pass here. Pass types, pricing, and where passes are required →
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I buy a Tonto Pass in Apache Junction?
Apache Junction has 16 authorized Tonto Pass vendors. As the last town before AZ-88 (the Apache Trail) climbs toward Canyon Lake and Apache Lake, vendors here see heavy weekend traffic — most are convenience stores and gas stations along the main routes east.
How much is a Tonto Pass?
A Tonto daily pass costs $8 per vehicle per day. The annual Tonto Discovery Pass costs $80 and is valid for one year. The America the Beautiful Annual Pass ($80) also covers Tonto National Forest.
Where is a Tonto Pass required?
At most developed recreation sites in Tonto National Forest, including Saguaro Lake, Canyon Lake, Apache Lake, Bartlett Lake, Roosevelt Lake, and trailheads along the Salt River and Verde River.
Can I buy a Tonto Pass online?
The daily pass ($8) is only sold at local vendors — not online. The annual Tonto Discovery Pass ($80) can be purchased at fs.usda.gov. The America the Beautiful Pass ($80/yr) is available at recreation.gov.