Stage 2 fire restrictions are in effect; wood and charcoal fires are prohibited. Gas/propane stoves are permitted for cooking only. Smoking is prohibited in the park except within an enclosed vehicle.
Quail restroom will be closed June 23-June 27. Cabin restrooms will be closed June 30-July 8. Portable restrooms will be provided. Alternate restrooms with showers will be available at other campgrounds in the park.
Owl Day Use restroom is undergoing construction improvements and is temporarily unavailable.
Verde River Day
Dead Horse Ranch State Park
Saturday, September 28, 2024 9 am - 3 p.m.
Dead Horse Ranch State Park, located in Cottonwood, AZ, will celebrate its 36th annual Verde River Day on Sept. 27! Free entrance to all attending the event, and all of the activities are at no cost, thanks to the many exhibitors and sponsors.
Verde River Day promotes preservation and care of the environment by showcasing informative exhibits on the Verde's unique riparian habitat. Some of the day's events include, canoeing, live music, sand castle building, fishing, and nature-based exhibits. Guests of all ages are welcome!
Verde River Day was organized in 1989 to promote awareness of the Verde River's distinctive riparian habitat, where 85 percent of all wildlife in the area looks for sustenance.
For more information about Verde River Day, call Cottonwood Chamber of Commerce at 928-634-7593 or the Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/VerdeRiverDay/
