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Overview of Verde River Greenway State Natural Area- Facts,Trivia,and Historical Information : The Verde River is a significant resource in the State of Arizona. It is one of the deserts few free flowing rivers sustaining a large wildlife population and lush riparian community. The River and its adjacent plant communities provide food and shelter for the wildlife traveling along its banks. This River corridor remained virtually unchanged except by naturess actions until the discovery of valuable deposits of gold, silver and copper in the nearby mountains in the 1800s. Then came large mining operations, processing plants, cattle grazing, diverse agriculture operations, and later gravel operations in the River.The State Parks Board initiated efforts to protect a portion of the Verde River in 1971 when a parcel of property along the Verde River was brought to the attention of the Board as a potential Park site. Working closely with the local legislators, the Verde Valley Chamber of Commerce, and the Community, the Parks Board received authorization and an appropriation from the Legislature in 1972 to acquire the Dead Horse Ranch property. The appropriated funds were matched with Land & Water Conservation Fund monies for the purchase of Dead Horse Ranch. The property consisted of over a mile of river riparian land to rolling hills and offered a wide range of recreational opportunities.

Services,Activities,Amenities,Attractions in (Verde River Greenway State Natural Area): Hiking, Equestrian, & Biking Trails,Fishing,Swimming,Boat Ramp,Non-Motorized Watercraft,Wildlife Viewing.

Contact Information:
Address:Verde River Greenway,Dead Horse Ranch SP,2011-B Kestrel Road,Cottonwood, AZ 86326
Phone No:(928) 639-0312