Early in the season octjan can be tricky fishing above phon d sutton until the salt. It includes access points, rapids, river hazards, outfitters, and more. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from may until september. Fly fishing the salt river arizona the salt river in arizona, is a 200 mile long river but only a small section of the river supports trout. The lower salt river usually has enough water to be easily paddled, whether youre rafting in summer or winter, and its a convenient daytrip from phoenix, in contrast to the more remote upper salt. You can utilize this technology on your windows, iphone, or android mobile device. The trail will begin near the river and fork into a loop soon after. The lower salt river is a designated recreation area in the tonto national forest. Saguaros, sun, scenery and splashes are guaranteed.
Water resources data for the united states, water year 2009. Watershed planning is a collaborative approach that addresses a. Salt river map lower canyon for white water rafting. The reason it supports trout is the bottom release of cold water from about the 125 foot depth of the lake. Just below saguaro lakes stewart mountain dam, the salt river enters the lower salt river recreation area. The lower salt river starts at stewart mountain dam and runs to tempe town lake though there usually isnt any running water below granite reef dam. Wyoming game and fish department salt riverburtons lower. Most of this 12,800 square mile basin lies in new york state, with small portions in. The guide to the upper salt river is a musthave guidebook for your trip down arizonas salt river. Salt river tubing is located at the salt river recreation area, 15 miles north of u. October 1957 to october 1998 41 years daily average values of river flow.
And the feral horses that call the lower salt river valley home have left their evidence at every other step. To start the trail, begin at the west end of the parking lot and continue west. Salt river is a river in louisville, ky in fort knox. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible yearround. Usgs current conditions for usgs 09502000 salt river blw. From this page, you can see where the salt river is located in arizona, and overview map of the three sections and specific river maps of each canyon showing.
This map gives an overview of all the rafting sections of the salt river in arizona. Mar 09, 2020 the salt river is located just east of the phoenix metro area. Printer friendly version of this map high resolution pdf list of arizona and colorado river and road maps inspiring canyon vistas and heart pounding rapids have made the upper canyon of the salt river the most popular day section in arizona. A site number consists of 8 to 15 digits create presentationquality standalone graph. View descriptive salt river maps below for detailed information about the upper section of arizonas salt river, as there are three very distinct sections along its 52 mile length the upper canyon, middle canyon and lower canyon. Usfs tonto national forest visitors map, recreation opportunity.
Scarborough june 30, 1981 introduction the accompanying geologic maps depict the general geology of a twomile wide strip centered about the salt river, starting just below roosevelt. Because water released from the dam is only 52 to 54 degrees, this 11. Discussions andor field assistance by mike pryor, joe bailey, dick raymond, paul damon, and tom mcgarvin are greatly appreciated. Just after cliff hanger rapid class iii river right a giant saguaro cactus thought to be over 200 years old can be seen from the river. Reconnaissance geology salt river from roosevelt dam. This place is situated in maricopa county, arizona, united states, its geographical coordinates are 33 28 0 north, 111 51 48 west and its original name with diacritics is salt river. It is home to a year round bass, carp and sucker population and is stocked april through march with rainbow trout. The longest of the salt rivers many tributaries is the 195mile. Salt river recreation area from mapcarta, the free map.
The entire books are waterproof and tear resistant. Geospatial pdf a geospatial pdf is a special version of adobes portable document format that relates a region on a map to its realworld coordinates via georeferencing. Add the fact that the waterway, once considered little more than a tubers paradise, is so close to metropolitan phoenix, and its. Notice the usgs water resources mission areas priority is to maintain the safety and wellbeing of our communities, including providing critical situational awareness in times of flooding in all 50 u.
These spiralbound guide books are offsetprinted on plastic pages. Geologic summary the lower salt river below roosevelt dam has cut a gorge which exposes much of the geology of the northern superstition volcanic field. Inspiring canyon vistas and heart pounding rapids have made the upper canyon of the salt river the most popular day section in arizona. Printer friendly version of this map low resolution pdf. As the trip nears its close, the desert wild does begin to resemble civilization, but the change is not oppressive.
Reconnaissance geology salt river from roosevelt dam to. Oct 15, 2016 the lower salt river is located along bush highway between usery pass on the south and sate route 87 beeline highway on the north. The lower salmon river from vinegar creek to the confluence with the snake river features 112 miles of class iiiv whitewater in one of the deepest canyons in the united states. Extent of marcellus shale formation in the delaware river basin. Hiking here requires a think skin and an acceptance that this environment may not recover from the damage continually inflicted upon it. The navigable section between the dams is 14 miles of year round kayaking and rafting through much of the scenery the sonoran desert has to offer. Tonto national forest visitor map us forest service r3. Five river gauges contribute data to this analysis. Arizona whitewater rafting on the salt river from wilderness aware rafting. Controlled by dams like the stewart mountain dam just upstream, the lower salt river flows year round and is one of the most scenic settings in our state, with abundant arizona upland sonoran desert vegetation and wildlife. The lower salt river is stocked every winter with catchablesized rainbow trout.
Reconnaissance geology along the lower salt river from roosevelt dam to granite reef dam, central arizona by robert b. Nonmotorized boats such as kayaks do not require the additional watercraft tag. Georeferenced map applications allow you to navigate using your mobile devices gps even without cellular reception. Each gauge has a different period of record, which is noted below. The lower salt river, below saguaro lakes stewart mountain dam, has the distinction of being the only coldwater trout fishery in the nation located in a desert, according to the arizona game and fish department. The longest of the salt river s many tributaries is the 195mile.
From this page, you can see where the salt river is located in arizona, and overview map of the three. Be aware, a tonto pass is required to park here or else the fines can be steep. Much of the 53 miles of the river, from white bird downstream to the confluence of the snake and salmon rivers, is roadless and accessible only by boat. Durable and waterproof, with usgs maps and excellent descriptions of river features. Watershed planning is a collaborative approach that addresses a variety of water resource concerns and opportunities. Printer friendly version of this map high resolution. Salt river tubing in maricopa county map and directions. This book covers the entire permitted portions from the putin at highway 60 through the south gleason river access to the takeout at highway 288 on the upper. All salt river rafting trips originate at our satellite office at the bottom of the salt river canyon found on the upper canyon map. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
Multiday salt river trips continue through the middle and lower canyons. Salt river saguaro lake to granite reef, az hikearizona. Salt river lower canyon rafting map arizona rafting. Multiday salt river trips continue through the middle and lower canyons terminating at the hwy 288 bridge. Salt river system analysis of daily flow and mean area precipitation map data. Sometimes closed by locked gates in the winter, throughout the warmer months it is open to all. To park your shuttle vehicles you will need a tonto pass link in permit section on this page. History of the lower salt river prior to february 14, 1912. Specializing in whitewater river rafting trips in the spectacular 2000 deep salt river canyon. Map of the salt river watershed with the lower salt river drainage identified. Furthest upstream location of the salt front during the 1960s drought of record.
There have been several significant changes to the riverbed within the lower salt river study area since its previous delineation in 1998. Just after cliff hanger rapid class iii river right a giant saguaro cactus. Lower salt river nature trail closed arizona alltrails. Feb 18, 2015 map of lower salt river recreation area. Representatives from the district, city, and the consultant team will explain the preliminary details. There are over 29,000 acres of lakes in the desert, including theodore roosevelt, apache, canyon, and saguaro lakes on the salt river all with marinas and other facilities and bartlett with marina and horseshoe reservoir on the verde river. The accompanying geologic maps depict the general geology of a twomile wide strip centered about the. Get directions, maps, and traffic for salt river, az. Marcellus shale formation and drbcs special protection waters drainage area. The salt river map gives an overview of all the white water rafting sections of the salt.
Lower salt river hookedaz arizona fishing community. In none of the civilizations or cultures that settled along the lower salt river in the area commonly known as the salt river valley, was the river used for transportation, nor was it considered susceptible for use as a route for trade or commerce. As you enter the lower canyon of the salt river from the middle canyon, wildlife sightings and natural wonders are around every corner. There are some class iii whitewater rapids on the upper salt, but the flow is smooth enough for beginners here on the lower salt. Canyon, and saguaro lakes on the salt river all with marinas and other facilities and bartlett with marina and horseshoe reservoir on the verde river. The lower stretch of the salt river, below saguaro lake, runs right alongside our property. The best kayaking near phoenix is along the lower salt river. Lower salt river during the summer months the flows of the river tend to run high and remain somewhat consistent. The lower salt river is located along bush highway between usery pass on the south and sate route 87 beeline highway on the north. This trail starts from the phon d sutton recreation site, which is located at the salt river and verde river confluence. Geologic summary the lower salt river below roosevelt dam has cut a gorge which exposes. The lower hudson watershed makes up about 40% of the larger hudsonmohawk river basin which is one of the largest drainage areas on the eastern seaboard of the united states. No glass is permitted in the lower salt river recreation area.
Below is the water flow chart for the lower salt river for the month from www. Guide to the upper salt river, arizona 28 pages with 7 maps, 53 miles, color photographs, and shaded topographic relief. When viewed in an installed mobile map application, each map is designed so that your location can be displayed on screen in real time. Printer friendly version of this map high resolution pdf. Partial, fullday, camping and multiday trips are offered march may. Its drainage basin is about,700 square miles 35,000 km 2 large.
The lower salt river is one of the most popular in the nation for tubing. Lower salt river, near the phoenix metropolitan area salt river map. Additionally, flows varied quite a bit, sometimes quite drastic. West fork black river lower fish barrier located above west fork black stocking. A watershed is the area of land where water drains to a common location, such as a river or stream. Salt river map lower canyon arizona whitewater rafting. River access is down a steep trail around private land. Using a watershed as a project boundary allows the plan to be defined by the hydrology of the area. Sonoran suckers will put a bend in your rod and make your drag sing. The is the closest place to town where you can catch a trout in moving water. Salt river map upper canyon arizona whitewater rafting. There are a variety of georeferenced pdf apps available for apple and android devices. Jan 29, 2014 just below saguaro lakes stewart mountain dam, the salt river enters the lower salt river recreation area.
Check flight prices and hotel availability for your visit. Oct 23, 2018 salt river below saguaro lake kayak fishing on lower salt, caught a total of 10 largemouth in all on a custom made powerbait with this being the biggest one. The salt river is the only commercially run raft trip in the sonoran desert. Cool pine forests under the mogollon rim are very popular april through. Lower salt river floodplain and floodway redelineation study flood control district of maricopa county 2801 west dur ango street phoenix, arizona 85009 january 2015 about floodplain floodway delineations protect your property contact the district manages the floodplains for unincorporated maricopa county and municipalities. It is the tailwater at stewart mountain dam below saguaro lake.
Controlled by dams like the stewart mountain dam just upstream, the lower salt river flows year round and is one of the most scenic settings in our state, with abundant arizona upland sonoran desert. The salt river has been used as an irrigation source for thousands of years, first by the indigenous hohokam people and today by a growing population in metropolitan phoenix. Printer friendly version of this map low resolution pdf printer friendly version of this map high. Salt river recreation area is in arizona and has an elevation of 3829 feet. The salt river is located just east of the phoenix metro area.
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