Class II-III (IV) Verde River, AZ

Beasley Flat to Childs

The Verde River is a unique and important resource in Arizona. In a southwestern state where perennial flowing water is rare, the riparian oasis of the Verde River stands in stark contrast to the arid uplands where it meanders. Indeed, Verde is the Spanish term for the color "green."

Major river access points are at White Bridge where State Highway 260 crosses the river east of Camp Verde, at Beasley Flats via Forest Roads 574 and 529, and near Childs Power Plant via Forest Roads 708 and 502. The Verde River provides diverse recreational opportunities including boating, hunting, fishing, birding, hiking, picnicking, and photography.

1-3 day float through a lush riparian zone surrounded by rugged desert landscape.

 

For More Information Visit:

Verde Wild and Scenic River - rivers.gov

Verde River - US Forest Service

Section Details

Trip Length One Night, 17.0 Miles
Notes Fire pan and portable toilets required. No stopping in bald eagle nesting area June 30-Dec 1. Maximum group size of 25.
Fishing Yes
Camping Yes
Permit No
Manager U.S. Forest Service, Coconino National Forest
Wild & Scenic Yes
Water Trail No
Partner Information https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/coconino/recreatio
https://www.rivers.gov/river/verde
Photo Credit: Becca Miller - USFS