Water Users Recreation Site - Tonto Basin, Arizona

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Address: Tonto Basin, AZ 85553, United States.
Phone: 4806103300.
Website: fs.usda.gov
Specialties: Scenic spot, Campground, Tourist attraction.
Other points of interest: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance.
Opinions: This company has 1647 reviews on Google My Business.
Average opinion: 4.8/5.

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Water Users Recreation Site

Located in Tonto Basin, AZ 85553, United States, this scenic spot is a must-visit destination for outdoor enthusiasts.

The Water Users Recreation Site is a popular tourist attraction that offers stunning scenery, lush greenery, and a picturesque lake. The site is also equipped with a campground and wheelchair-accessible facilities, making it an ideal spot for families and individuals with mobility issues.

Specialties: Scenic spot, Campground, Tourist attraction

Other points of interest:

Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance

Average opinion:

With 1647 reviews on Google My Business, this site has consistently received high praise for its natural beauty and accessibility.

Reviews often mention the site's serene atmosphere, clean water, and stunning scenery. Visitors also appreciate the convenience of wheelchair-accessible facilities, making it an ideal spot for families and individuals with mobility issues.

However, some reviewers note that the site can get crowded during peak season, especially when buses from Salt River Tubing are operating. It is recommended to visit during off-peak hours to avoid the crowds.

Don't forget to purchase a Tonto recreation ticket and display it in your vehicle, as failure to do so may result in additional fees.

Phone: 4806103300

Website: fs.usda.gov

👍 Reviews of Water Users Recreation Site

Water Users Recreation Site - Tonto Basin, Arizona

Anja L.

5/5

One of my favorite spots in Arizona. Lush green, cool water and beautiful scenery. Sometimes a little crowded, when busses from Salt River Tubing are operating. You just need to know when to go and where... 😉 Don't forget to buy a Tonto recreation ticket and hang it into your car! It will get expensive if you don't.

Dave V.

5/5

Great place to launch a kayak or paddle board but make sure you have a ride back to your car. Paddling & floating is best done this far up river during times when the Dam is releasing water. The dam can begin releasing enough water as early as March and can run through October. During the summer weekends and holidays, Water Users gets extremely crowded. Often times the parking lot will fill up and officials will close it. A Tonto National Forest pass is required to park here. America The Beautiful passes are also accepted here. You can get Tonto Forest passes at various gas stations, sporting good stores, Mesa forest ranger, or even in the parking lot. The Salt River Tubing company also uses this area to launch.

Ashish

5/5

One of the most amazing places in Phoenix. You'll forget you're in desert. So much water, so many trees, wild horses what else to expect.
Bathrooms are usual , no water. They get cleaned everyday but keep your expectations real and low.
Lots of parking spaces. People use this site to get into water.
Remember that you either Tonto pass or America the beautiful pass to use this place.

Johnnie C.

5/5

Went for an early morning walk and to look around. It was about 38 degrees at sunrise and warmed up to about 45 within an hour. Easy paths to walk down to the water, some are handicap accessible by walker or wheelchair, others are sand or too steep. Even from the gazebo area you can get a great shade and view of the river and mountains. Excellent place for water activities and photography. Plenty of wide open as well as more private and secluded areas.

chris M.

5/5

If you're looking for a good day on the water I highly recommend a day on the river. Cover up though this place is notorious for bad sun burns.

Ashlyn ?. G.

5/5

Gorgeous place to stop and visit no matter if u live in AZ or are visiting! I come here a lot to destress and get too away out into nature!

Recently visited so I could take pics for our daughters senior pics.

It's such a quiet area to escape the hustle of your everyday life!

Jazmyne A.

5/5

Nephew is 14 he loved it took the rod next time being a floaty or kayak will be back forsure!

Bonnie K.

5/5

Great area to hike June through Dec 1. Closed for the winter months for the eagles to nest.