Dead Horse Ranch State Park sits on the Verde River Greenway, which is a Cottonwood-Willow riparian forest. The forest is one of less than 20 such riparian zones in the world. Life along the river changes with the seasons, giving visitors a glimpse of the numerous species that make the park their home. The 3,300-foot elevation accounts for mild temperatures ideal for camping, mountain biking, hiking, canoeing and fishing.