Tonto National Forest - Box Bar Shoreline Area and River Access Point

Area Status: Open

Box Bar Shoreline Area

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.

At a Glance

Operational Hours:	Year Round
Restrictions:	Stay limit 14 days, no trailers over 32’, minimal trash cans on-site (please pack out trash if it does not fit in receptacles), do NOT park next to shoreline.
Closest Towns:	Cave Creek & Care Free
Water:	Unavailable
Restroom:	Portable Toilets
Passes:	The links below provide additional information on pricing and purchasing information. Tonto Daily Pass (and Watercraft Sticker, if required). Available at Tonto National Forest Offices and retail vendors (please call for availability). Tonto Discovery Pass. Available at Tonto National Forest Offices. Tonto Fee Machine Pass. Nearest locations is the Needle Rock Recreation Area.
Information Center:	Cave Creek Ranger District (480) 595-3300

General Information

General Notes:

Bald Eagle Seasonal Closures - December 1 to June 30

Recreation Map

Map showing recreational areas. Map Information

Activities

Campground Camping

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.

Reservation Info

First come, first serve, no reservations