Santa Cruz River
The Santa Cruz loops south into Sonora and back north past Nogales, Tubac, Green Valley and Tucson, then continues northwest past Marana and Picacho Peak to the Gila.
Weather at the Santa Cruz River (National Weather Service) ↗
River facts
| Length | About 184 miles |
|---|---|
| Source | San Rafael Valley, Santa Cruz County, Arizona |
| Mouth | Gila River on the Santa Cruz Flats near Casa Grande |
| State | Arizona |
Boat ramps and launches
Orange dots on the map. Tap a name to open it in Google Maps. Public ramps and launches along the Santa Cruz River in Arizona, from OpenStreetMap. The list may be incomplete, so check the state wildlife agency for current access.
Bait shops
No bait shops are mapped near this river yet. Search Google Maps for bait shops near the Santa Cruz River ↗
Fishing regulations
Check the state agency for river-specific rules, seasons and limits before you fish:
- Arizona: Arizona Game and Fish Department ↗
Facts from Santa Cruz River (Wikipedia) ↗ · Boat ramps and bait shops: OpenStreetMap contributors · River course: U.S. Geological Survey