Natural
Gila County, AZ
Approximate location — plotted from published sources, not a site visit, and not a guarantee of access.
Federally designated Wild and Scenic River on the Mogollon Rim–Verde drainage, famous for constant 70°F spring-fed turquoise water, travertine dams, and riparian oasis habitat in otherwise harsh desert canyon country. Day-use parking lots and waterfall trails managed by Coconino/Tonto National Forests.
| Region | Gila County, AZ |
|---|---|
| Coordinates (approx.) | 34.3940, -111.6317 |
| Designation | Wild and Scenic River |
| Water | Constant ~70°F spring flow |
| Seasonal permit | Apr 1–Oct 1 via Recreation.gov |
| Access | FR 708 from SR-260 (Camp Verde side) |
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
Map preview
The interactive map and its tiles load only when requested.
Plan ahead. Leave no trace. Verify current access before traveling.