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Box Bar Road Dispersed

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Box Bar Road Dispersed is located in the Tonto National Forest, featuring flat desert terrain with sparse vegetation. Temperatures can range from 40°F in winter to over 100°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the Verde River and Bartlett Lake, offering opportunities for water activities and exploration.

Description

USDA Forest Service

Tonto National Forest

Box Bar is a River Access Point to the Verde River, close to Bartlett Lake in the Cave Creek Ranger District. This small site offers beautiful scenery of the surrounding mountains along with a fast moving river – making it a fun spot for kids of all ages. The shore line is a rocky/pebble beach with several shady trees. Wildlife can be seen during the early summer months, and late winter. The road access in to the site is compacted dirt.

There are no designated campsites however the shaded areas along the west side of the parking area are popular spots to set up camp trailers and tents.

Fee Info

Tonto Daily Pass or Tonto Discovery Pass are required.

Reservation Info

First come first served

Stay Limit 14 days. No motor boats allowed, trailer under 32’. There are minimal trash can’s available at this site, please pack out any trash that does not fit in the designated cans. There are no fires permitted outside of the designated grill areas. Cars CAN NOT park next to the shoreline – there has been railing installed to prevent vehicles from pulling all the way forward. Please keep dogs on leash.

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Location

Box Bar Road Dispersed is located in Arizona

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Coordinates

33.74372981176478 N
111.6688454768586 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Available
  • Verizon
    Good
  • AT&T
    Available
  • T-Mobile
    Available

Site Types

  • Dispersed

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Phone Service
  • WiFi
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

DISPERSED CAMPING

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.

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3 Reviews

Patrick C.The Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed May. 1, 2024

Fun spot

This is a great spot and easy to get to. Lots of shaded areas. You can camp next to your car , wich there might be campers running generators, or you can hike towards the river and set up camp to get away from that. Close to the river with several walk in spots to play in.

Month of VisitApril
Jacquelyn I.The Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Apr. 27, 2024

Easy Drive In

We don’t have an offroad car, so it is always nice when the gravel road is well managed. No heart aches getting in and finding an open area to camp. I was pleasently surprised at the many little nooks of privacy that you could set up camp. Outhouses are well maintained. Bring your own water though and you do need to pay ahead of time, there are no pay boxes on site.

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Month of VisitApril
cThe Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Apr. 8, 2024

Cat missing here

Beautiful campground up the road from box bar campground with Mountain View’s and cacti.

My blue eyed cat went missing here at 9pm on 4/7. Please email me if you see him.

Caroline.cingari@gmail.com

Month of VisitApril

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the max vehicle length at Box Bar Road Dispersed?

    Box Bar Road Dispersed allows vehicles up to 32 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Box Bar Road Dispersed?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Box Bar Road Dispersed, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Box Bar Road Dispersed have wifi?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Box Bar Road Dispersed does have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Box Bar Road Dispersed?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is good, AT&T is available, and T-Mobile is available.