Sheeps Crossing Day Use Area
This area has covered ramadas making it ideal for large groups. The area is ideal for a day of floating leisurely down the Salt River. Site has accessible features such as ramadas, grills, toilets and concrete paths.
At a Glance
Current Conditions: | Closure order is to protect public health and safety due to unsafe conditions posed by flash flooding and increased water levels. The closure order is in effect from March 28, 2023, at 6:00am through April 19, 2023, at 8:00am, unless rescinded. |
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Operational Hours: | Day Use Only |
Restrictions: | Stay limit 1 day, no trailers, no motor boats, no drinking water available, this area is heavily used in the summer months, pets must be on a leash, jumping off bridges in the area is prohibited, glass containers are not allowed in the Lower Salt River area, to avoid injury wear shoes when wading in the river, caution: fallen trees and other materials in the river can trap swimmers and floaters, beware: alcohol, sun, and water are a deadly combination. |
Water: | Not Available |
Restroom: | Fully accessible restrooms available when open. |
Passes: | The links below provide additional information on pricing and purchasing information.
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Information Center: | Mesa Ranger District (480) 610-3300 |
General Information
Directions:This site is located 20 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 13 miles to the site just west of Blue Point Bridge. The entire route is paved.
Activities
River and Stream Fishing
Fish Species: Rainbow Trout; Largemouth, Smallmouth and Yellow Bass; Crappie; Sunfish; Channel and Flathead Catfish; Walleye; Tilapia
Picnicking
There are 11 Shade Ramadas with picnic tables underneath them. Grills, tables, trash, and pathways are all accessible.
No. of Sites | 11 |
No. of Accessible Sites | 11 |
Boating - Non-Motorized
There are no designated docks, ramps, or launch sites.