Hosted by Arizona Pastel Artist Association (APAA)
Contact: Leila Langston
LeilaLangston@hotmail.com
The Water Users Recreation Site will be on the south side of the Bush Highway and it's turnoff is located right by mile marker 31.
This site is located 19 miles northeast of Mesa. From Mesa, travel 7 miles east on the Superstition Freeway (US 60) to Power Road /Bush Highway/Forest Road (FR) 204 and turn north. Follow Bush Highway for 11 miles to FR 169, and turn right. Follow FR 169 five miles to the site. The entire route is paved.
Fees: $8 or $12 at kiosk or purchase an America The Beautiful interagency pass if 62 or older. Tonto National Forest Pass Purchase Information.
Restrooms: Yes
This series of paint outs is organized by the Arizona Pastel Artists Association and shared across our channels as part of a coordinated effort to connect plein air events among Arizona art groups. The more easels, the better the landscapes.
When painting in Arizona —> always bring extra water and shade. Hats & umbrellas recommended!
Know before you go:
Traffic: az511.gov
Fire: dffm.az.gov/az-fire-info
