Gila Box Riparian National Conservation Area

Amazingly pretty in Arizona

While we were camping in the area, we turned north on US Hwy 191 to go to the Gila Box Riparian Area. You'll head north and east on a well pave two-lane road for about 3 miles or so until you get to ...

Out of the way, just what we were looking for!

Gila box is a bit of a drive out of town but it is a pleasant enough drive and the farther you go the better the scenery gets. The area doesn't seem to get a lot of visitors in late winter/early spri...

Gila Box Riparian area.

A spectacular river canyon with nice hikes and good back country camping. Worth visiting just to see the river. Saw only lizards and birds at this time.

Fun primitive road driving

Very fun area to drive around. Would recommend bringing a map along. Maybe go to the BLM office and get some information. I haven’t tried that yet but it might be helpful. Can get a little lost on the...

Comfortable seclusion

This area is easily accessible by hiking, or four wheeling, and in a car or truck with a high clearance. Come prepared with water and snacks, better yet bring a picnic basket. You can hear the flappi...