Blue Point Picnic Area Access
Blue Point Picnic Area Access
Blue Point is a popular river-access point (RAP) on the Lower Salt River ideal for tubing and non-motorized boating, featuring a large sandy beach and mesquite grove for shade.
Day-use only facilities include restrooms, picnic tables, and parking (no potable water available), with a $8-12 day-use fee required.
Located 20 miles northeast of Mesa via paved Bush Highway, the site is best visited May-September when water levels are higher, though visitors should be aware of hazards including fallen trees in the river and the prohibition on jumping from bridges.
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