Oak Creek Wild and Scenic River

About Oak Creek Wild and Scenic River

"The headwaters of this creek are on private lands north of the BLM sections. This spectacular section of the stream contains world class features such as deeply incised canyons hundreds of feet deep, large waterfalls, deep plunge pools and awesome hanging gardens. The photographic scenery of the area is exemplary and is not common in the area. Visitors are willing to travel very long distances to visit this area for the spectacular beauty and physical challenges the canyon provides. Don’t Miss: World class canyoneering and photographic opportunities. "

How to Get There

From Interstate 15, Exit 16 to Hwy 9 to Springdale and turn right onto Oak Creek Drive

Plan Your Visit to Oak Creek Wild and Scenic River

Heading to Oak Creek Wild and Scenic River? A few things to know before you go:

• Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
• Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
• Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
• Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
• Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

References & Official Resources

• Official Recreation.gov page
• View on OpenStreetMap
• Driving directions (Google Maps)