Both provide fishing and boating options. The Superstition Wilderness has a well-developed trail system, and the western end of the wilderness receives heavy use during the cooler times of the year. The 21,500-acre Roosevelt Lake is 25 miles away, and the 990-acre Canyon Lake is just down the road. Visitors may hear stories of lost cowboys and gold mining. The drive to the campground provides ample scenery, though taking a day trip to Lake Roosevelt allows for even more breathtaking views.

The campground lies along the Canyon Lake Apache Trail Scenic Byway, a former Apache Tribal route turned stagecoach road. Recreation: The area is rich with human history, scenery and outdoor recreation. Visitors should come prepared for anything, even the occasional rain or snow. Soaring temperatures and little water are typical conditions in the summer. In winter, temperatures are typically pleasant during the day but drop significantly at night.

Blossoming plants bring the desert to life each spring with colorful flowers. The area can be harsh for travelers not equipped to meet nature on her own terms. A series of dams has created numerous lakes along the Salt River. Natural Features: The Superstition Wilderness Area is starkly beautiful and untamed. The entire route is paved, narrow and has sharp curves traffic can be heavy. Tortilla Campground is directly across from Tortilla Flat, on the left side of the road. Continue for 18 miles on Route 88 to Tortilla Flat (the campground is two miles past Canyon Lake).

Go north to State Route 88 (Apache Trail) and turn right.

Quiet hours 10:00 pm to 6:00 am (running generators are not permitted during quiet hours).įrom Mesa, Arizona, take U.S.

Camp host collects campground fees with handheld card reader (no cash). $20/site/night America the Beautiful Interagency Senior or Access Pass holders receive 50% discount (persons over 62 or have a permanent disability) for single camp units only. Reservations can be arranged for a select number of sites on or by calling 1 (877) 444-6777.

Tortilla flat recreation site