Buckskin Mountain State Park commands one of the finest views along the Parker strip, an 18-mile stretch between Parker Dam and Headgate Dam. Mountains line the river on both the Arizona and California sides, and the wildlife is as varied as the recreational opportunities along the river.

The park has a campground, a beach, hiking trails, restrooms, showers, a boat ramp, picnic area, horseshoe pit, and a volleyball court.

In the summer, the park is a popular location for camping, boating, jet skiing, and swimming. In the winter, visitors appreciate the mild climate and enjoy camping, canoeing, fishing, and hiking. Buckskin Mountain State Park is a year-round destination.

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Nearby Parks Ranger Station/Park Store

Hiking Trails

Fishing

If you’re having a great time here, don’t forget to visit one of the three nearby state parks!

River Island State Park (1.4 miles) This park is ideal for tent campers and provides a scenic respite, a desert escape, or a fun-filled water adventure. It offers campsites, ramadas, a sandy beach, cove, and boat launch area. The park has a trail for hiking and access to off-highway vehicle back-country roads. (928) 667-3386

Cattail Cove State Park (14 miles) A quiet spot for river campers, this park offers a white sand beach, 32 primitive boat-in campsites, a boat launch area, and more park development on the horizon! The park has a trail for hiking and access to off-highway vehicle back-country roads. (928) 855-1223

Lake Havasu State Park (29 miles) The scenic shoreline is an ideal place to enjoy beautiful beaches, nature trails, boat ramps, cabins, and convenient campsites. This spot is truly a watersport haven located near the famous London Bridge of Lake Havasu City. (928) 855-2784

The ranger station/park store carries fishing and camping items like boating supplies (life jackets, boat cushions, ropes, and anchors), and firewood. There are also great park-specific items like shirts, hats, patches, walking sticks, pins, books, and more.

Many visitors take advantage of the park’s terrific network of hiking trails.

Lightning Bolt Trail: Starting at the park entrance is the steep and winding 0.5-mile round-trip that offers a wonderful view of the campground and the Colorado River.

Buckskin Loop: From the Lightning Bolt trail, visitors can access this 1-mile loop. A concrete pedestrian footbridge crosses Highway 95 and leads to three other one-way trails.

Buckskin Mountain Trail: A non-looping trail that breaks off from the Interruption Point Trail, traveling to a series of abandoned mines. Round-trip is less than 1 mile.

River View Trail: A 1-mile round trip trek to a scenic overlook.

Sport fish for large and smallmouth bass or bottomfish for catfish and carp. Kids enjoy fishing for bluegill, sunfish, and crappie. A valid Arizona fishing license is required for anglers 10 and older.

Buckskin Mountain State Park 5476 N US Hwy 95, Parker, AZ 85344

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Established 1957

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While visiting the park, please help us protect this special space for your future enjoyment.General Information• Please practice “Leave No Trace” and pack

out what you bring in.• Drive your vehicle only on designated paved

surfaces• Park your vehicle only in designated parking

areas. Do not park your vehicle on the side of the road.

• Stay on designated trails.• Do not use glass containers in the park.• All of our parks adhere to firearm and hunting

regulations. Please familiarize yourself with this information.

Fires• Fires are only allowed in approved,

designated fire rings or grills. Fires must always be attended.

• Do not gather firewood in the parks. Firewood is for sale in our park stores.

• Fireworks are not permitted in state parks.• You can find up-to-date fire restrictions at

azstateparks.com/buckskin.Camping• Campgrounds are limited to up to six adults

and up to 12 people total.• We have designated dump facilities at the

park for your convenience.Swimming• We have a designated area for swimming.• Please obey all posted signs.Boating• Watercraft regulations are in place for your

safety. Please review these before heading out on the water!

Pets• Keep your pets on a maximum six-foot leash

at all times.• Pick up after your pet.• For additional information related to pets, visit

our website or ask park staff.We hope you have an enjoyable and safe experience in our parks! All guidelines for this park can be viewed on our website at azstateparks.com.

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