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- Mesa Ranger District, Arizona, United States
- • http://www.fs.usda.gov
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.
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.
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.
Picnicking: covered ramadas, accessible ramadas, grills, toilets, and concrete paths.
Restrooms: Fully accessible restrooms
Rentals & Guides: Tube rentals
Fees: $6.00 per vehicle, per day OR Interagency Pass.
Open Season: 29 May - 6 September
Elevation: 1,400 feet
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