Larry Forbis Overnight Group Site

Overview

<p><a data-flickr-embed="true" href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/53108273@N03/albums/72177720312502707" title="Larry Forbis Group Site"><img alt="Larry Forbis Group Site" height="375" src="https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53316826839_e11b341868.jpg" width="500" /></a><script async src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js" charset="utf-8"></script></p><p>Tucked away amongst vibrant palo verde and iconic saguaro cactus on the banks of the Lower Salt River, the Larry Forbis Group Site offers a peaceful setting for groups and large gatherings throughout the year. October through March, this site is open to campers looking to take advantage of a unique opportunity to enjoy one of Arizona&rsquo;s finest rivers under the stars. Campers can pitch a tent on the sandy shoreline and awaken to beautiful views of the surrounding Sonoran Desert. During summer months when the river is flowing and ambient temperatures are high, recreators can enjoy a day of kayaking, tubing, or fishing down the river before returning to their private ramada for a picnic.</p><p>There are 3 units available to reserve (Units A, B, or C). Each unit contains the following:</p><ul><li>2 large ramadas</li><li>4 picnic tables</li><li>4 pedestal grills</li><li>3 fire rings</li><li>10 designated parking stalls</li><li>Access to the tent camping loop trail (shared with adjacent units)</li><li>Access to two vault toilets (shared with adjacent units)</li></ul><p>The Larry Forbis Group Site is located on the south end of the Pebble Beach Recreation Area and requires a reservation for use. Reservations can be made for one, two, or all three units. Any group exceeding 75 people will require a separate Special Use Authorization. Please contact the Mesa Ranger Station ahead of time for further details. <strong>Overnight camping is only permitted within the site from October 1^st &ndash; March 31^st.</strong></p>