River Island State Park

River Island State Park

	Elevation	382'
	Season	All Year
	Days Limit	14
	Fee	Yes
	Units	37
	Trailer Limit	50'
	GPS Location	34 15 12N 114 08 18W
	Access	Paved

	Potable Water	Yes
	Waste Disposal	Yes
	Restrooms	Yes
	Showers	Yes
	Reservations	Yes (Group)
	Store Nearby	No
	Campsite Grills	Yes
	Campsite Tables	Yes
	Fire Rings	Yes
	Utility Hookups	30/50/20 amp
	Information	928-667-3386
	Firewood	Nearby 1/2 mi
	Fishing Supplies	Nearby 1/2 mi
	Laundry	No
	Gas & Propane	Nearby 1/2 mi
	ATV Use	No
	Visitor Center	Buckskin Mtn.


	Rainbow Trout	-
	Cutthroat Trout	-
	Brook Trout	-
	Brown Trout	-
	Apache Trout	-
	Crappie	-
	Yellow Bass	-
	Flathead Catfish	-
	Tilapia	-
	Yellow Perch	-
	Carp	Yes
	Redear Sunfish	-
	Bluegill	Yes
	Green Sunfish	-
	Walleye	-
	Northern Pike	-
	Channel Catfish	-
	Sunfish	-
	Smallmouth Bass	Yes
	Largemouth Bass	Yes
	Striped Bass	Yes
	White Bass	-
	Arctic Grayling	-
	Bullhead	-
Fly and Lure Only		-
Acreage		-
Body of Water Depth		-
Catch and Release Areas		-
Boats Allowed		Yes
Motor Limit		-
Boat Rentals		Nearby 1/2 mi.

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Arizona State Parks

River Island State Park

River Island State Park is ideal for tent campers and can provide a scenic respite, a desert escape, or a fun-filled water adventure. It offers 37 campsites, a ramada, sandy beach, cove, and boat launch area.

In the summer, the park unit is most popular for boating, fishing, jet skiing, swimming, and camping amidst a backdrop of beautiful mountains. In the winter, visitors appreciate the mild climate and enjoy camping and fishing. River Island State Park is a year-round destination for those looking to discover a variety of recreational and cultural resources.

Park Rules

Fee payments are due upon park entry.
Camping is only permitted in designated sites. There is a 14 night stay limit.
Littering is unlawful.
Pets must be leashed at all times no longer than 6 feet in length.
Dogs are allowed in water, but must be kept north of the boat ramp.
No ground fire; all fires must be contained in provided barbecue grills.
Obey hunting and fishing laws.
Obey all boating regulations.
Quiet hours are from 10 pm to 7 am.
Prevent loud nuisance noises.
Drive only on paved roads. Park speed limit is 10 mph.

Restrooms

The park has one restroom/shower building located at NE side of the park. Handicap accessible.

Group: Day Use Areas

20’ X 20’ shade ramada. Minimum 12 people, maximum 65 people. 15 car and 3 boat-length parking spaces. Reservations available. Located across from Ranger Station at SW side of the park. Handicap accessible.

Group: Camping Sites

20’ X 20’ shade ramada. Minimum 12 people, maximum 65 people. 15 car and 3 boat-length parking spaces. One 20-amp outlet, lights, water, fire ring. Located across from Ranger Station at SW side of the park. Reservations available. Handicap accessible.

Camping & RV Sites

37 total campsites. Eight beachfront campsites on grass overlooking Colorado River with 20-amp service, water. 24-foot limit. Tents allowed. 29 RV-deep campsites (up to 65 feet deep) with 50, 30, and 20-amp service, all with water. 10 back-in sites and 19 pull-throughs. Tents allowed.

Dump Station

Dump station located at SW side of park across from Ranger Station. No charge to registered campers. Fee required to unregistered vehicles.

Showers

One shower building with Hot & Cold water. Handicap accessible.

Picnic Areas/Shelters

One 20’ X 20’ ramada with lights, 20-amp outlet, water.

Hiking Trails

Wedge Hill Trail is approximately ½ mile in length, medium difficulty, overlooking Colorado River. Scenic overlooks include Colorado River and Parker Dam. A per person trail-use fee for unregistered park visitors. Trailhead located east of launch ramp.

Fishing

This park has fishing with Largemouth and smallmouth bass, catfish, bluegill, carp and striper being common.

A valid Arizona fishing license is required for anglers fourteen and older. Licensing information is available online at Arizona Game & Fish, or purchase a fishing license at a local dealer.

Swimming

This park has swimming. No lifeguard on duty. Swimming is at your own risk.

Boat Ramp

Three lanes located in calm cove. Launch ramp parking has 20 boat-length deep spaces. Cove is a No Wake Zone. HAZARD: Island reef is located in center of cove. Hug cliffs to access Main River Channel. Observe all navigational aides (buoys).