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SAFFORD — The Bureau of Land Management Safford Field Office is looking for a volunteer campground host for the 2026–27 season at Riverview Campground, in the Gila Box Riparian National Conservation Area.
This quiet desert oasis features 13 first‑come, first‑served campsites equipped with picnic tables, fire rings, grills, shade structures, potable water, and vault toilets. The spacious layout accommodates tents, trailers, and RVs.
Surrounded by numerous recreation sites and day‑use areas — including the Flying W Group Day Use Area — Riverview Campground offers easy access to hiking, wildlife viewing, river exploration, and scenic canyon viewpoints. It’s an ideal basecamp for discovering the diverse landscapes of the Gila Box Riparian National Conservation Area.
The season runs Oct. 1, 2026, to May 1, 2027, and individuals or couples may apply.
Campground hosts will enjoy canyon views, abundant wildlife, and peaceful nights while welcoming visitors, maintaining campsites, and supporting Bureau of Land Management staff. The host site includes an RV ramada, picnic table, grill, full hookups, and a washer and dryer. The nearby town of Safford provides essential services such as stores, fuel, restaurants, and emergency support.
Apply now on Volunteer.gov: https://ow.ly/v0fA50ZCI5R
