Horseshoe (AZ)

Overview Horseshoe Campground is farther up the road from Mesquite Campground. Offering more developed campground sites with picnic tables, fire pits and access to the Verde River at campsites 11 and 12. Gorgeous vistas of surrounding mountains and the Verde River are offered along the path for families to enjoy. Most campsites are less shaded than the favored 11 and 12 campsites, so please feel free to bring canopies and coolers to provide shade and stay hydrated during the day, but this campground does have some large mesquite trees providing shade. Bald eagles are frequently seen in this vicinity. This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service. Camping passes can also be purchased at a Tonto Fee Machine Pass. $16 per site, per night. Nearest fee machine location is at the Cave Creek Ranger Station. Recreation Swimming Fishing Boating (Non-Motorized on the Verde River and a 25 horsepower motor limit on Horseshoe Reservoir.) Birding Photography OHV Routes Facilities Swimming Fishing Boating (Non-Motorized on the Verde River and a 25 horsepower motor limit on Horseshoe Reservoir.) Birding Photography OHV Routes Natural Features This campground provides some river access for activities like swimming and fishing and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains. Its proximity to Horseshoe Reservoir makes it a great basecamp for all your lake adventures! contact_info For facility specific information, please call (480) 595-3300. Nearby Attractions Horseshoe Lake, Horseshoe Dam, Mesquite Campground, Catfish Point Day Use Site

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