Phon D Sutton Day Use Area
This site is a popular inner tube take-out point. This lush area is outstanding for birding. The Lower Salt River Nature Trail winds through an adjacent riparian area, allowing hikers to enjoy this unique habitat. The 15 Picnic tables/units are “grouped” under 6 separate shade ramadas.
General Information
Year round
Day use only; no overnight camping allowed
The links below provide additional information on pricing and purchasing information.
- Tonto Daily Pass (and Watercraft Sticker, if required). Available at Tonto National Forest Offices and retail vendors (please call for availability).
- Tonto Discovery Pass. Available at Tonto National Forest Offices.
- Tonto Fee Machine Pass. Please be prepared to pay with DEBIT or CREDIT card.
- America the Beautiful Interagency Passes. Available at Tonto National Forest Offices and online at USGS.gov.
Restrictions
- Day use only
- No motorized boats
- Pets must be on leash
- Glass containers are prohibited in the Lower Salt R Recreation Area
- CAUTION: fallen trees and other materials in the river can trap swimmers and floaters
- BEWARE: alcohol, sun and water are a deadly combination
Day Use:
$8 per vehicle per day (purchased at Tonto NF Office or Retail Vendor)
$12 per vehicle per day (purchased on-site at Tonto Fee Machine)
$80 per annual
$60 per senior & access annual
Address: 5140 E Ingram St, Mesa, AZ 85205
Phone: (480) 610-3300
Hours: Open Mon. - Fri. 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (closed noon to 12:30 p.m.) Passes, permits and products not sold after 4 p.m. Closed Saturday and Sunday (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 33.54697106
Longitude: -111.6571505
Directions
This site is located 16 miles northeast of Mesa. From Mesa, travel 7 miles east on the Superstition Freeway (US 60) to Power Road /Bush Highway/Forest Road (FR) 204 and turn north. Follow Bush Highway for 9 miles to FR 169, and turn left. Follow FR 169 for 1 mile to the site. The entire route is paved.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
Picnic Tables
Picnic tables are available at this site.
Horse/Pack Animal Information
Horse/Pack animals are not allowed at this site.
