How far is Deer Valley, AZ from Cordes Lakes, AZ?
The driving distance from Deer Valley, AZ to Cordes Lakes, AZ is about 49.2 miles (79.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 43.1 miles (69.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 54m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Deer Valley and Cordes Lakes.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Deer Valley and Cordes Lakes.
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Start on North 35th Avenue
1.6 km · 2 min · North 35th Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West Pinnacle Peak Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · West Pinnacle Peak Road
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Turn left onto North Black Canyon Highway
572 ft · 13 sec · North Black Canyon Highway
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 17 North
1061 ft · 16 sec
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Merge slight left onto Black Canyon Freeway
21.9 mi · 23 min · Black Canyon Freeway
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Continue on Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway
8.9 mi · 10 min · Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway
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Continue on Arizona Veterans Highway
13.4 mi · 14 min · Arizona Veterans Highway
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Keep slight right to continue on AZ 69 North: Cordes Lakes Rd, Prescott
1380 ft · 17 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward Cordes Lakes Rd
1713 ft · 42 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Cordes Lakes Road
0 m · 1 sec · Cordes Lakes Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Cordes Lakes Road
112 m · 12 sec · Cordes Lakes Road
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Turn right onto Stagecoach Trail
1.3 mi · 3 min · Stagecoach Trail
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Turn right onto South Black Mountain Road
2150 ft · 2 min · South Black Mountain Road
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Turn left onto East Ash Creek Road
42 m · 6 sec · East Ash Creek Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Ash Creek Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Deer Valley and Cordes Lakes.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Black Canyon Freeway
Merge slight left onto Black Canyon Freeway
21.9 mi · 00h 23m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Deer Valley and Sunny near Cordes Lakes.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Deer Valley to Cordes Lakes?
The road trip is about 49.2 miles (79.1 km) and usually takes 00h 57m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Black Canyon City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.7 miles from Deer Valley and 24.5 miles from Cordes Lakes.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 43.1 miles (69.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.1 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:36 PM MST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.61 one way or $17.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Deer Valley and Sunny near Cordes Lakes.
Stop Ideas Near Black Canyon City
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Black Canyon City.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Deer Valley and Cordes Lakes. Straight-line distance: 43.14 mi (69.43 km).
#1 Deer Valley
Deer Valley is a place in Arizona, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 33.6839300, -112.1348800 |
| Altitude | 419 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cordes Lakes
Census-designated place in Yavapai County, Arizona
| Population | 2,633 |
| Coordinates | 34.3078100, -112.1034900 |
| Altitude | 1126 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cordes Lakes (-112.10349, 34.30781)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 79 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 36m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.95 | $8.61 | $17.23 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $9.29 | $18.58 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $9.68 | $19.37 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $11.08 | $22.15 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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