Salt River Rec Area

Salt River Rec Area in Mesa, AZ 85215 is a recreation area with reviews that point to wildlife viewing, hiking, birdwatching, and fishing as common reasons people spend time there. Visitors have described seeing wild horses on the Salt River, along with longhorn steer and javelina, and one review notes that the horses may appear around sunset. Another review mentions good views of Red Mountain.

The area has also been described as a solid place to walk and spend time outdoors. Reviewers noted that some people hike here, including deeper desert hikes, and that the horses did not seem easily spooked. One review also mentions that a Tonto parks pass may be needed, either arranged in advance or obtained from a kiosk on the day of the visit.

Salt River Rec Area suits visitors looking for a place in Mesa, AZ 85215 to walk, hike, watch wildlife, fish, or spend time observing the landscape.