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    3.9 (14 reviews)

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    A two-tone sign marks the Coon Bluff Recreation Site in Tonto National Forest, with trees and a partly cloudy sky in the background.
    Lizzie B.

    What a waste of time. Out of all the recreation areas along the salt river, this one was by far the worst. There was no point to even stopping here. Drive in and there is a huge Do Not Enter sign, so we didn't know you could even drive in. Found out through others in the area that you could in fact drive into the Coon Bluff recreation area - drove in to find a parking lot, some dirt area, and an area where you could walk up to a barricade and view the river. Compared to the Goldfield recreation area, this was a complete waste of time. And half the reviewers on here posting photos of the horses and waterscape photos were not at the Coon Bluff recreation area. They were taken at the Goldfield recreation area! So half these raving 5 star reviews are for a completely different location!

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    Joyce T.

    Small sheltered picnic table filled park. Its a sharp turn off of the highway with ample parking. One can walk out to the peaceful Salt River overlook, but its a little difficult to go down to get access to it. Saw a gate opening for a Maricopa trail. It was shaded and dotted with lots of wild horse doo doo. A short walk, following the signs led us to an expansive desolate canal. We turned back. Good place to have a picnic because the amount of flies, bees and birds that can pester are far less here than at the popular Butcher Jones area. I know we're in nature, but there was a notable difference.

    Crossing the river - Multiple horses are walking through a shallow river, with some partially submerged, in a natural landscape with trees and a clear sky.
    Kristen A.

    Mid February weekend, tent campers EVERYWHERE!!! Vault toilets kept clean, minimal stink. We came here twice between 4-6 pm to see the horses along the river. You can hike along the water on a sandy trail in hopes of seeing them. Was beautiful and remarkable to see the horses, take in the sunset, and all along the water! Would kayak it if we could.... Visiting from out of town .

    Mountains, Salt River, Wild Horses - A river runs through a scenic landscape with mountains, trees, and a partly cloudy sky, viewed from a dirt and rock foreground.

    Thus is a beautiful, relaxing place. Mountains, Salt River, wild horses. Love it. So relaxing!

    Jade C.

    Took my maternity photos here. We came on a Saturday afternoon/early evening and i was a little concerned with the looks of the area. There were quite a few people here camping and people around i wasn't sure if I would be able to find a secluded place. Luckily our photographer was creative in the locations he selected. All of my photos ended up being beautiful. The lighting was perfect and with the water in the background it almost looks like a fake backdrop. I think this area is a diamond in the rough, don't be fooled by the looks. The downside was the area was a little dirty, we had to pick up some trash and move it out of the frames and being pregnant I had to use the restroom there twice...let's just say I would have rather ducked behind a tree. Thankfully I carry hand sanitizer on my keychain otherwise there would have been nothing to clean my hands

    Coons bluff - A river scene with a rocky shoreline, shallow water, and pebbles, set against a backdrop of cliffs and leafless trees.

    Has so much fun! Great place for a nice walk and fishing and for the family. There are wild horses and it's so beautiful.

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    In July, my husband and I booked Eagle Ridge Luxury Camps for a getaway on our 7th anniversary. The…read moretrip begins as your turn off the main highway onto a county road where the longer you drive, it feels as though you are stepping back in time. It becomes more secluded as the houses fade and you are left along with a baron forest and lots of gas wells. As you approach the locked gate, you are met by your wonderful hosts, Jason and Porscha. They then take you down to a hidden oasis tucked deep in the trees and overlooking Navajo Lake. Here you will find everything you need for a weekend of glamping. They have a very comfortable hang out area with big cushy chairs and a bar. They have a full bathroom with running water and hot showers. The tents were much bigger than I expected and very cozy. Additionally, Porshca went above and beyond and left us a little anniversary gift and note. The added touch was extremely appreciated and so thoughtful. There are lots of areas to kick back and read a book, meditate or do some yoga. Jason took us on a tour of the area and then we went down to the lake and did some paddleboarding. It was my very first time and so fun. We came back and had dinner. You can bring your own stuff to eat or they also provide dinner. They have a grill and kitchen area where you can cook and eat. The day flew by and it was time for our hot baths. I was so excited about this all day and it didn't disappoint. I had the Champagne Citrus and my husband opted for the basic bubble bath. They had us setup in the "Nest", which is a private area that overlooks the lake. We watched the sun go down while soaking and listening to the birds chirp before seeing the moon come up and a serene quiet was upon us. We sat in the tubs for almost 2 hours just visiting and enjoying nature. The champagne bath was unbelievable. I could smell the citrus upon walking up to it. It made my skin feel so good by the end of it. The next morning they had a great breakfast ready to go. Next time, we will come with some of our closest friends. It truly is a hideaway that allows the stresses of the world to disappear for a few days.

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    Honestly, in our 20 years of camping and staying at koa campgrounds I can say that this is the…read moreworst one yet. We requested to be next to the other person in our party months ago when we booked and was told no problem. Instead we were rows apart. Check in host (short blond hair lady) was extremely rude when we brought an issue with our site to her attention. Spots are not level. Be prepared to spend an hour leveling your rig. Other reviews mention this but camp host says they've never had a complaint. Sure buddy. The bathrooms are very outdated and smell like mildew. Playground is very empty and outdated. It had one single bench for parents to sit on. One swing set with 3 swings and a small merry go round. Some major improvements can be done here since this is a family campground. I have never seen a koa without a play structure for the kids. Long term guest leave their dogs in their campers all day barking and management doesn't care. Also stay clear of the middle dryer if you plan on doing laundry. I had to run it three times at $2.25 for a 25 min cycle to dry the small load of laundry I did. Don't try to follow the map posted outside the office as it's wrong. There are basketball hoops and a horseshoe setup but they are in a very poor location- they would be much better up by the playground vs in the back by the dumpster. When we brought our concerns regarding the extremely un level sites and rude workers to koa corporate they brushed it off with the excuse "each koa is individually owned and operated" but yet they carry the koa name and drag it thru the mud. I will not be renewing our KOA membership after this experience and will make it a priority to try to not stay at KOAs after this.

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