Clear Creek Fishing Site


Clear Creek is a popular spot for fishing.  Non-motorized boaters sometimes put in here for a trip to Beasley Flat, or take out here after floating from White Bridge, but this site is not a very good "boat launch."  The river bank is steep and slippery, and the parking lot is not especially close to the river; however, it is possible to launch or take-out at Clear Creek for those who don't have time for the 10-mile float from White Bridge to Beasley Flat and don't mind the inconvenience of a short walk and a less-than-perfect "boat launch."  Please note that river conditions vary greatly depending on weather, river level, and other factors.  Please plan ahead for a safe and enjoyable experience on the Verde River: Verde River Guide, Hwy 89A - Beasley Flat

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Facilities

  • 2 picnic tables
  • No drinking water
  • No garbage service - Please pack out your trash!t

At a Glance

Fees: No
Open Season: Year-round
Usage: Heavy
Closest Towns: Camp Verde, AZ
Operated By: Forest Service

General Information

Directions:

From Camp Verde, AZ: Hwy 260 to Oasis Road, turn south. Go 0.5 mile, turn right at Salt Mine Road, passing the Salt Mine on your right. Proceed 4.9 miles on Salt Mine Rd. Clear Creek River Access is marked by a sign on the left.


Recreation Map

Map showing recreational areas. Map Information

Activities

River and Stream Fishing

  • Rainbow trout are stocked upstream at Black Bridge in Camp Verde from November through March. Bass, catfish, and roundtail chub are some of the other species that may be caught in this part of the river. Note: If caught, roundtail chub must be released immediately.
  • A valid fishing or combination license is required for resident and non-resident anglers 10 years of age or older fishing any public accessible water in Arizona.
  • For more information please visit:Arizona Game and Fish
Fees: Free

Boating - Non-Motorized

  • Kayakers sometimes put-in here for a 4.3-mile float to Beasley Flat, or take-out here after a 6-mile float from White Bridge, but Clear Creek does not have a very good "boat launch."  The river bank is steep and slippery, and the parking lot is not especially close to the river; however, it is possible to use this River Access Point for those who don't have the time for a longer trip and don't mind the inconvenience.  Please note that river conditions vary greatly depending on weather, river level, and other factors. Please plan ahead for a safe and enjoyable experience on the Verde River.

Tubing

  • Clear Creek is a nice spot to cool off floating on an inner tube, but be careful about floating too far down stream: the next River Access Point is 4.3 miles away at Beasley Flat!  Please note that river conditions vary greatly depending on weather, river level, and other factors. Please plan ahead for a safe and enjoyable experience on the Verde River.