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Riverview Campground

federal · Safford, AZ

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About

Riverview Campground offers a fantastic camping experience in the Gila Box Riparian National Conservation Area and is a short drive from Safford, Arizona. It is situated on a northern bench overlooking the Gila River and is surrounded by various day use sites along the river. There are 13 first come, first served campsites at Riverview Campground. Each site has picnic tables, fire rings, grills, and shade structures. The campsites were recently enlarged to improve access for trailers and RVs. Ten campsites are pull-in sites, and three are pull-through sites. There is potable drinking water and a toilet available at the campground. Flying W Group Day Use Area , a reservable group picnic area, is located next to the Riverview Campground. The area contains significant riparian areas with a many birds and other wildlife as well as unique vegetation. Many visitors use this site as a base camp during hunting season or while floating the Gila River. Visit recreation sites within or nearby the Gila Box Riparian National Conservation Area: Owl Creek Campground Dry Canyon Picnic Area Spring Canyon Picnic Area Lee Trail Picnic Area Serna Cabin Picnic Area & Historical Site Bonita Creek Watchable Wildlife Viewing Area Safford-Morenci Trail Flying W Group Day Use Area Canyon Overlook Picnic Area Gila River Boat Put-In Old Safford Bridge Picnic Area

Around this stay

Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.

  • trailhead

    Limestone Trailhead (#84) Trailhead

    17 mi
  • attraction

    Viewpoint

    0.6 mi
  • recreation site

    Three-way Bike Stop

    15 mi

No dump station found within ~25 mi. Plan dump access before you arrive.

Contact & access

Source and verification

Last verified: 10/6/2026

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