Established Camping
Tonto National Forest Rattlesnake Cove
Tonto National Forest Rattlesnake Cove is located near Carefree, Arizona, featuring rugged desert terrain with sparse vegetation. Temperatures can range from 40°F in winter to over 100°F in summer. Nearby attractions include Bartlett Lake, offering opportunities for boating and fishing, and the scenic Cave Creek Regional Park for hiking and wildlife observation.
Description
US Forest Service
Tonto National Forest
Rattlesnake Cove provides direct access to Bartlett Reservoir. Rattlesnake Cove has a sloping beach suitable for use in many water recreation activities. This area boasts of beautiful vistas of the desert with mountains in the background. The beach at Rattlesnake Cove is generally gently sloping with gradual change in water depths. Enjoy this primitive area with your friends and family by bringing your own grill and gear.
Location
Tonto National Forest Rattlesnake Cove is located in Arizona
Directions
This site is 21 miles east of Carefree. From Carefree, take Cave Creek Road 7 miles, turn right on Bartlett Dam Road and continue for 13 miles then turn left on FR 459. Travel ½ mile on FR 459 and turn right into the site.
Coordinates
33.84714894 N
111.63650897 W
Access
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
- WiFiAvailable
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TAvailable
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
- Group
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 5 min from Phoenix
- 1 hr 51 min from Prescott Valley
- 2 hrs 34 min from Flagstaff
- 2 hrs 40 min from Tucson
