Dead Horse Ranch State Park, State park in Cottonwood, Arizona, US
The 423-acre park spans along the Verde River, featuring three fishing lagoons, camping areas, and over 20 miles of hiking trails through desert landscapes.
The land became a state park in 1973 after the Ireys family named it Dead Horse Ranch upon finding a deceased horse during their property search in 1950.
The Verde Valley Birding and Nature Festival takes place annually in the park, drawing nature enthusiasts who observe nearly 200 recorded bird species.
The park provides eight riverside camping cabins, 100 campsites, and facilities for kayaking, mountain biking, fishing, and hiking activities throughout the year.
The Verde River Greenway within the park sustains 20 threatened species and contains a forest of cottonwood and willow trees along its six-mile stretch.
Location: Yavapai County
Inception: 1972
Website: https://azstateparks.com/dead-horse
GPS coordinates: 34.75220,-112.01200
Latest update: May 14, 2025 19:01
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