Verde River
Rising below Sullivan Lake in central Arizona, the Verde flows through the Verde Valley past Clarkdale, Cottonwood and Camp Verde, then south through Horseshoe and Bartlett lakes to the Salt River.
Course of the river, simplified. Map data from Natural Earth (public domain).
Weather at the Verde River (National Weather Service) ↗
River facts
| Length | About 170 miles |
|---|---|
| Source | Sullivan Lake near Paulden, Yavapai County, Arizona |
| Mouth | Joins the Salt River near Fountain Hills |
| State | Arizona |
Two dams on the lower river form Horseshoe Lake and Bartlett Lake.
Boat ramps, launches and bait shops
Detailed ramp, bait shop and lock-and-dam listings for the Verde River are coming soon. Until then, these searches open Google Maps along the 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 Verde River (Wikipedia) ↗