The Point Campground
Open year-round. Boat access only. No fees. 14-day stay limit. Note: Canyon Lake will be closed for approximately 16 weeks starting September 16, 2026 for dam safety inspections and maintenance.
Extreme Heat Warning issued August 29 at 9:29AM MST until August 29 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 104 to 112. Major Heat Risk. * WHERE...Aguila Valley, Apache Junction/Gold Canyon, Cave Creek/New River, Fountain Hills/East Mesa, New River Mesa, Rio Verde/Salt River, Superior, and Tonopah Desert. * WHEN...Until 8 PM MST this evening. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. Overexposure can cause heat cramps and heat exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, can lead to heat stroke. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...In Maricopa County, call 2-1-1 to find a free cooling center, transportation, water and more. https://www.maricopa.gov/heat
Flood Watch issued August 29 at 12:06AM MST until August 30 at 5:00AM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...A portion of south central Arizona, including the Phoenix Metro, all of Gila and Pinal Counties, and much of Maricopa County. * WHEN...From Saturday afternoon through late Saturday night. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Increasing moisture and atmospheric instability will combine with an approaching weather system to promote scattered thunderstorms capable of producing heavy rainfall from late Saturday afternoon through Saturday night. Training of storms could result in localized rainfall amounts of over two inches within the watch area. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Air Quality Alert issued August 28 at 11:18AM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
AQAPSR The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) has issued a PM-10 High Pollution Advisory for the Phoenix Metro Area through Saturday. An episode of strong and gusty winds is forecast to generate widespread blowing dust that may result in local PM-10 concentrations that pose a health risk. Adverse health effects increase as air quality deteriorates. Coarse particulate matter - also known as PM-10 - is an air contaminant that can aggravate heart and lung disease conditions, especially in older adults, children, and those with asthma. A decrease in physical activity is recommended. Consolidate your travel, stabilize loose soils, slow down or avoid travel on dirt roads, reduce or eliminate fireplace use, and avoid using gas-powered lawn equipment. For details on this High Pollution Advisory, visit the ADEQ internet site at www.azdeq.gov/forecast/phoenix or call 602-771-2300.
About
The Point Campground provides a remote camping experience accessible only by boat on Canyon Lake, part of the Salt River chain of lakes in Arizona's Tonto National Forest. Located a few miles up-channel from the main lake access points, this small site has just three designated camp units that also serve as picnic sites for day users. A courtesy dock makes it popular with boaters and anglers. Facilities are minimal but include the only toilet on the upper portion of Canyon Lake. There is no potable water, no trash collection, and no fire rings. Campers must bring adequate water supplies and pack out all garbage. Picnic tables are provided at the sites. Access requires a Tonto Daily Pass with Watercraft Sticker or a Tonto Discovery Pass. Glass containers are prohibited in the Canyon Lake area. A 14-day stay limit applies, and quiet hours are enforced from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. The route to Canyon Lake via Highway 88 (the historic Apache Trail) is paved but features narrow, sharp curves with heavy traffic.
Directions
17 miles northeast of Apache Junction on Arizona State Highway 88 (historic Apache Trail). From Mesa, take US 60 to the Idaho Road exit, go north on Idaho Road to Highway 88 and turn right. After crossing the first bridge at the lake, watch for the Palo Verde Recreation Site sign. The route is paved with narrow, sharp curves and heavy traffic. The last 3 miles to The Point are by boat only.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (480) 610-3300 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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