East Verde River

The East Verde flows from its origin, the confluence of several creeks below the rim, to its end, the confluence with the Verde River near Squaw Butte. Along the way the river carves through narrow canyons as well as wider valleys. There are several places along the East Verde for recreation including swimming, fishing and camping. Highway 87 crosses the East Verde River north of Payson. At the crossing there is a road that drops down to a shady park along the stream.

Another popular place along the East Verde is a camp and recreation area off of Houston Mesa Road (FR 199). FR 199 leaves the paved Highway 87 heading northeast about half way between Payson and the East Verde River crossing. There are three camp areas along FR 199 as it climbs toward the base of the rim.

Acres: NA
Elevation: 4,400 - 6,100 feet
Average Depth: NA
Camping: Yes
Boat Launch: No
Motor: NA
Fishing: Yes - with license
Water-skiing: No
Marina: No
Restrooms: Yes
Winter Freeze: No
Access Road: Paved and Gravel

For more information about the East Verde River call, or visit online, the following contacts.

Tonto National Forest
Payson Ranger District
1009 E. Highway 260
Payson, AZ 85541
Tel. (520) 474-7900
Online: http://www.fs.fed.us/r3/tonto