Larry Forbis Day Use Group Site
This is a day-use only facility with no overnight camping. The site typically operates April through September. Currently showing as closed; reservations are not available for the next 7 days.
Wind Advisory issued October 8 at 11:18PM MST until October 11 at 5:00PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. * WHERE...A portion of south central Arizona. * WHEN...From 8 AM to 5 PM MST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Difficult driving conditions, especially for larger vehicles traveling along roads with crosswinds. Light, unsecured objects may become airborne.
Lower Sycamore Temporary Target Shooting Prohibition Order For Public Health and Safety
A temporary target shooting closure order for Lower Sycamore on Saturday, Oct. 17, to protect the safety of participants in a volunteer cleanup event within the area.
State Route 260 Lion Springs Construction Site Public Health and Safety Closure Order
Closure order due to construction activities associated with the SR260 Lion Springs Project conducted byArizona Department of Transportation on the Tonto National Forest.
About
Larry Forbis Day Use Group Site is a reservable group day-use area in Tonto National Forest, located just outside the Phoenix metropolitan area on the Lower Salt River. The site sits among iconic saguaro and prickly pear cacti with dramatic views of the nearby Bulldog Cliffs. It is designed exclusively for daytime group use; overnight camping is not permitted at this facility. The site consists of three reservable units (A, B, and C), each equipped with 2 large ramadas, 4 picnic tables, 4 pedestal grills, 3 fire rings, and 10 designated parking stalls. Two vault toilets serve the site. Groups of up to 75 people and 10 vehicles can be accommodated. No potable water is available; visitors must bring their own drinking water. Access is through Pebble Beach Recreation Site via Bush Highway from Mesa. The adjacent Lower Salt River offers fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding, and wildlife viewing opportunities. The riparian corridor supports cottonwoods and habitat for great blue heron, bass, and various desert wildlife. Note: there is a separate Larry Forbis Overnight Group Site at this location that operates October through March for overnight camping.
Directions
From Mesa via Power Road: Take Power Road north until it becomes Bush Highway, continue approximately 9 miles. After crossing the bridge, enter Pebble Beach Recreation Site on the right. Follow the entry road south to a double-sided gate and use the combination provided in your reservation. From Highway 87 (Beeline Highway): Take the Bush Highway exit heading south, follow for approximately 7.5 miles, turn into Pebble Beach Recreation Site on the left just before the bridge.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $75 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (480) 610-3300 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
Photos
Community Posts
No posts yet. Be the first to share your experience!