Arizona Camping Areas
Usery Mountain Camping Area is a highly popular camping spot that is nestled in the heart of the Tonto National Forest in Arizona. The area offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and is located near various points of interest, including the Salt River, Saguaro Lake, and the Tonto National Monument.
The campground features 73 campsites that are available on a first-come-first-serve basis. Each site comes equipped with a picnic table, fire ring, and grill. Additionally, the area offers various amenities, including restrooms, showers, and potable water.
An interesting fact about the area is that it is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including coyotes, javelinas, and birds of prey. Visitors are advised to keep a safe distance from these animals and to properly store food to avoid attracting them.
The best time to visit Usery Mountain Camping Area is during the fall and spring months when temperatures are milder. Average temperatures in the fall range from the high 60s to low 80s, while spring temperatures average in the high 70s to low 90s. However, it is important to note that the area can become quite crowded during peak season, so visitors should plan accordingly. Get driving directions.
Usery Mountain
Usery Mountain Camping Area is a highly popular camping spot that is nestled in the heart of the Tonto National Forest in Arizona. The area offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and is located near various points of interest, including the Salt River, Saguaro Lake, and the Tonto National Monument.
The campground features 73 campsites that are available on a first-come-first-serve basis. Each site comes equipped with a picnic table, fire ring, and grill. Additionally, the area offers various amenities, including restrooms, showers, and potable water.
An interesting fact about the area is that it is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including coyotes, javelinas, and birds of prey. Visitors are advised to keep a safe distance from these animals and to properly store food to avoid attracting them.
The best time to visit Usery Mountain Camping Area is during the fall and spring months when temperatures are milder. Average temperatures in the fall range from the high 60s to low 80s, while spring temperatures average in the high 70s to low 90s. However, it is important to note that the area can become quite crowded during peak season, so visitors should plan accordingly. Get driving directions.
THINGS TO DO
Point of Interest |
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Ballcourt |
Before Walled Compounds |
Compound 'A' |
Daily Life Within the Walls |
Desert Farming Then and Now |
Disrespected, Then Protected |
Engineered to Last |
Weather Forecast
Area Streamflow Levels
Gauge | Streamflow |
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Verde River Near Scottsdale
USGS 09511300 |
540 cfs |
Tonto Creek Abv Gun Creek
USGS 09499000 |
1,300 cfs |
Salt River Blw Stewart Mountain Dam
USGS 09502000 |
51 cfs |
Salt River Near Roosevelt
USGS 09498500 |
1,710 cfs |
Verde River Blw Bartlett Dam
USGS 09510000 |
530 cfs |
New River Near Rock Springs
USGS 09513780 |
6 cfs |
Nearby Campgrounds
Camping Area | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
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Regional Park - Usery Mt RA | 73 | 1,991 ft | |||
McDowell Mountain | 76 | 1,875 ft | |||
Lost Dutchman State Park | 70 | 2,068 ft | |||
Usery Mountain | 73 | 1,988 ft | |||
Box Bar | 20 | 1,519 ft | |||
Coon Bluff | 5 | 1,352 ft | |||
Bartlett Flat | Numerous | 1,886 ft | |||
Phon D Sutton | 15 | 1,347 ft |