BLM National Conservation Area protecting ~23,000 acres of perennial Gila River and Bonita Creek canyon country northeast of Safford. Cottonwood-willow gallery forest, desert cliffs, developed Riverview Campground, wildlife viewing, and river access in an otherwise arid basin.
Field facts
| Region | Graham County, AZ |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 32.8875, -109.4800 |
| Managed by | BLM Safford Field Office |
| Size | ~23,000 acres |
| Campgrounds | Riverview + Owl Creek |
| Rivers | Gila River / Bonita Creek |
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Nearby amenities
- CampgroundRiverview Campground0 km away
- CampgroundRiverview Campground0.2 km away
- Picnic areaFlying W Group Day Use Area0.4 km away
- Picnic areaSerna Cabin Picnic Area0.7 km away
- Point of interestBonita Creek Watchable Wildlife Area1 km away
- Rec areaGila Box Riparian National Conservation Area1.2 km away
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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