United States Arizona Salt River
Salt River
A tributary of the Gila River flowing through central Arizona, known for its recreational activities and wildlife.
Tips from the community
In Mesa, the stand-up paddleboarding season is every day, all day. Mesa boasts a treasured system of lakes and rivers that make up the Lower Salt River Recreation Area inside the Tonto National Forest. Visitors can rent their boards and enjoy all the pleasures of a beach-inspired retreat at Butcher Jones Beach at Saguaro Lake, or enter the calm lake waters from the riverbank of the Salt River. No matter where you choose to launch, the sandy shoreline offers convenient parking and walk-up access, making it an ideal stop for SUP lovers.
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Schedule a guided kayaking tour along the Lower Salt River with your launch point at Saguaro Lake Ranch, or Granite Reef Recreation Area. Both spots offer easy water access. The Salt River can experience Class 3 rapids depending on the time of year.
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Spend time exploring the waters of Tonto National Forest and the Salt River for a chance to spot some of Mesa's wild horses. Watch as the horses wade through water, graze along the riverbank, and run across the riverbed.
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