Dead Horse Ranch State Park

Arizona State Park · Yavapai County

Entrance fee$10–$20 / vehicle
CountyYavapai
CampingYes
RV hookupsPrimitive only
Cabins / lodgeYes
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About Dead Horse Ranch State Park

A Verde River ranch the Ireys family bought in the 1940s and named after a dead horse their children could not forget — a condition of the 1973 sale to the state. Eight log camping cabins sit near the water, with trails running out to the Coconino National Forest.

Things to do

Amenities & facilities

RV / campsite hookups

Camping options

Entrance fee

$10–$20 per vehicle; $5 per person on foot or bicycle — Per vehicle (1 person): $10.00 Per vehicle (2-4 people): $20.00 Individual/bicycle: $5.00 VIEW PARK & TRAIL MAPS CAMPING CABINS RV AND TENT CAMPING FIND A PARK

Hours

The park is open year-round.

Gates close at dark. Seasonal hours may apply.

Day Use

Summer Hours (starting June 8)

6 a.m. - 8 p.m. daily

Fall/Winter Hours

7 a.m. – 6 p.m. daily

Spring Hours

6 a.m. - 7 p.m. daily

Hours as published by Arizona State Parks. Check the official page before a long drive.

Contact

Phone928-634-5283

Address675 Dead Horse Ranch Road, Cottonwood, AZ 86326

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