Dead Horse Ranch State Park has 423 acres, ideal for camping, mountain biking in the Coconino National Forest, hiking along the Verde River, canoeing, picnicking, fishing, or just wading in the cool water of the Verde River.

The ranch got its name when the Ireys family came to Arizona from Minnesota in the late 1940s looking to buy a ranch. At one property they discovered a dead horse lying by the road. When Mr. Ireys asked the kids which ranch they liked best, they said, “the one with the dead horse.” The family named it “Dead Horse Ranch,” and when Arizona State Parks acquired the park in 1973, the Ireys made retaining the name a condition of sale.

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Hiking TrailsTrails are located within the park and the adjacent Coconino National Forest. Trailheads are located north of the lagoon area or at the end of Flycatcher Road.Canopy: A 0.25-mile ADA-accessible trail that loops under a Fremont cottonwood tree canopy. Bird watching and wildlife viewing abound.Creosote: 0.5-mile shortcut trail. Shared-use.Dead Horse Trail System: A non-motorized 20+ mile shared-use mix of double track and single track trails. Four trailheads throughout the park lead up to the high desert of Coconino National Forest. The Lime Kiln Trail leg follows a portion of the historic Lime Kiln Wagon Road from Cottonwood to Sedona. Hikers and equestrians are encouraged to travel counterclockwise on the basic loop — Lime Kiln, Thumper, and Raptor Trails. Mountain bikers usually find that starting at the Roadrunner trailhead and riding the loop clockwise is more fun. For most cyclists, the trail is rated intermediate to expert.Forest Loop: A 0.5-mile shared-use loop trail that circles around and through a diversely forested area with river access.Hickey Ditch: A 0.5-mile shared-use trail that follows along the Hickey irrigation ditch through a canopy of willow, netleaf hackberry, Arizona black walnut, and mesquite trees. Intersects with Quail Wash Trail. The trailhead is located at north end of the west lagoon parking lot.Mesa: A 1-mile loop that circles the top of the hill west of Red-Tail Hawk campground with scenic views.Quail Wash: A 0.25-mile trail that intersects with Hickey Ditch Trail. Hikers and bicycles only.Tavasci Marsh: 1-mile shared-use trail.

Dead Horse Ranch State Park 675 Dead Horse Ranch Rd, Cottonwood, AZ 86326

(928) 634-5283 | 1-877-MYPARKSazstateparks.com/dead-horse

Established 1957

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Nearby ParksIf you’re having a great time here, don’t forget to visit one of the four nearby state parks!

Verde River Greenway State Natural Area (1.2 miles) This 600-acre stretch of the Verde River extends from Tuzigoot Bridge to Beasly Flats below Camp Verde. The conservation area provides excellent fishing, hiking, swimming, bird watching, and kayaking opportunities. (928) 639-0312

Jerome State Historic Park (10 miles) This park reveals the story of the city of Jerome inside the historic Douglas Mansion. The museum features photographs, artifacts, and minerals in addition to a video presentation and a 3-D model of the town with its underground mines. (928) 634-5381

Fort Verde State Historic Park (19 miles) Experience living history and life through the eyes of a frontier soldier. The fort was a base for General Crook’s U.S. Army scouts and soldiers in the 1870s and 1880s. From 1865 – 1891, Camp Lincoln, Camp Verde, and Fort Verde were home to officers, doctors, families, enlisted men, and scouts. (928) 567-3275

Rockin’ River Ranch State Park (23 miles) OPENING FALL 2018 Nestled between a leisurely stretch of the Verde River – one of the southwest’s last free-flowing rivers – sits the site of our newest state park.

CabinsThe park has camping cabins available for reservation. Each cabin has a covered porch, a full-sized bed, two sets of bunk beds, a table with chairs, electricity, lights, heating and air conditioning, and a locking door. Campers must supply their own linens or sleeping bags. Restrooms and showers are within walking distance. Cabins sleep up to six people.Reserve a camping cabin and start your park adventure at azstateparks.com/cabins.

While visiting the park, please help us protect this special space for your future enjoyment.General Information

• Please practice “Leave No Trace” and pack out what you bring in.

• For everyone’s safety, please drive your vehicle only on paved surfaces and stay on designated trails.

• For your safety, please don’t use glass containers in the park.

• All of our parks adhere to firearm and hunting regulations. Please familiarize yourself with this information.

Fires• For your safety, please keep your fire attended

to and only in approved, designated fire rings or grills.

• Firewood is for sale in our park store; you may not gather firewood in the parks.

• Please don’t use fireworks in the parks!• You can find up-to-date fire restrictions at

azstateparks.com/dead-horse.Camping• Your campground is designed for up to six

adults and up to 12 people total. Cabins are designed for up to six people total. Please enjoy your experience!

• We have designated dump facilities at the park for your convenience.

Boating• Watercraft regulations are in place for your

safety. Please review these before heading out on the water!

Pets• For the enjoyment of your visit and the

consideration of our other guests, we ask that you keep your pet on a maximum six-foot leash at all times.

• For additional information related to pets, we encourage you to visit our website or ask park staff.

Additional Information• Hanging hammocks from our trees causes

damage. Please hang hammocks on a hammock rack or other supports.

We hope you have an enjoyable and safe experience in our parks! All guidelines for this park can be viewed on our website at azstateparks.com.

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