Established Camping
Needle Rock Campground
Needle Rock Campground is located in the Tonto National Forest, featuring rugged terrain with desert vegetation and rock formations. Temperatures can range from highs in the 90s Fahrenheit during summer to lows in the 30s during winter. Nearby attractions include the Verde River, which offers opportunities for fishing and kayaking, and the McDowell Mountain Regional Park, known for its hiking and biking trails.
Description
National Forest
Tonto National Forest
The beach on the Verde River is generally rocky, but attracts many people during the hot summer months. The area is noted for its unusual rock formations. Nearby is a protected riparian area, the Mesquite Bosque. This popular water recreation area attracts many people trying to escape the Arizona summer heat. The rocky beach area is surrounded by beautiful towering rock formations. Near the recreation site is a fenced unique biological area, a stand of mesquite. Bald Eagles and Great Blue Herons are frequently seen in this vicinity.
Location
Needle Rock Campground is located in Arizona
Directions
The site is 14 miles east of Scottsdale. From Pima Road, turn east on Dynamite Road and travel 3 miles to where it merges with Rio Verde Drive. Follow Rio Verde Drive for another 9 ½ miles to Forest Road (FR) 20 and turn left. Follow FR 20 for 3 miles to Needle Rock at the river. FR 20 is an unpaved road with narrow blind curves. Click Here For Map.
Coordinates
33.76754038 N
111.66903055 W
Access
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonAvailable
- AT&TAvailable
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Alcohol
- Pets
Drive Time
- 37 min from Phoenix
- 1 hr 29 min from Prescott Valley
- 2 hrs 11 min from Tucson
- 2 hrs 12 min from Flagstaff
