Dead Horse Ranch State Park

Dead Horse Ranch State Park is at 675 Dead Horse Ranch Rd. The Ireys family, who bought the ranch in the late 1940s, chose the name after finding a horse skeleton on the property. Once the stomping grounds of Native Americans and Spanish conquistadors, the park now features Quetta Seed Pine Orchard; three stocked fishing ponds; trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding; and picnic areas overlooking the Verde River.

Cabins, camping and trail rides are available. Boating is permitted; as the park does not provide boats, visitors may bring nonmotorized personal watercraft.

Pet friendly (call for restrictions/fees.). Camping is permitted. Picnicking is permitted.