Old Safford Bridge Picnic Area

The Old Safford Bridge Picnic Area is a day use area located along the Black Hills Backcountry Byway just downriver from the historic Old Safford Bridge. The picnic area has four picnic sites with concrete tables and grills and a single trash receptacle. The picnic area provides access to the Gila River. The picnic area has an unpaved driveway and parking area with large mesquite trees all around. Visit other nearby recreation sites in the Gila Box Riparian National Conservation Area: Riverview Campground 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