Outdoor Science and Learning
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Diversion Dam
Site Open
This site is located on the Upper Salt River area and has five river access points. This site also offers dispersed camping for boaters using the access points. This side includes a toilet building,…
EADS Wash
Site Open
This site is located on the Upper Salt River; a river access point. EADS Wash offers dispersed camping with no fees.
Eucalyptus
Site Open
This site offers fishing, water reacreation and wildlife viewing. Four-wheel drive vehicles are recommended for access to shoreline from paved parking area. Several trails and staircases provide easy…
First Water Trailhead
Site Open
Fish Creek Vista
Site Open
Along the historic Apache Trail (SR-88) between Canyon Lake and Apache Lake, this site has an accessible pedestrian trail, accessible toilet building, small accessible parking lot, and accessible…
Inspiration Point & Theodore Roosevelt Dam
Site Open
Inspiration Point Overlook:Views of both the longest two-lane inverted arch suspension bridge in America and the largest lake in central Arizona.View parts of the original masonry structure that made…
Needle Rock Day Use Area and Non-Motorized Beach
Site Open
The beach on the Verde River is generally rocky, but attracts many people during the hot summer months. The area is noted for its unusual rock formations. Nearby is a protected riparian area, the…
Needle Vista
Site Open
Peralta Trailhead
Site Open
Camping is available only in the wilderness. Accessible toilet building. Pack it in, pack it out
Picket Post Trailhead
Site Open
Accessible toilet building, interpretive signs, pack it in pack it out