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.
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 and launches
Orange dots on the map. Tap a name to open it in Google Maps. Public ramps and launches along the Verde River in Arizona, from OpenStreetMap. The list may be incomplete, so check the state wildlife agency for current access.
- Boat ramp (34.754, -112.006) Unnamed in OpenStreetMap Nearest bait shop: Canyon Outfitters, 13.5 mi
- Boat ramp (34.751, -112.018) Unnamed in OpenStreetMap Nearest bait shop: Canyon Outfitters, 14.2 mi
Closest bait shops
Blue squares on the map. Tap a name to open the shop's website, or its location in Google Maps if it has none listed. Bait and tackle shops closest to the river's ramps, from OpenStreetMap. Call ahead for hours and live bait.
- Canyon Outfitters 2701 West State Route 89A, Sedona +1 928 282 5293
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) ↗ · Boat ramps and bait shops: OpenStreetMap contributors · River course: U.S. Geological Survey