From Phoenix: I-17 north to Exit 287 (Camp Verde / Cottonwood). At the top of the ramp, turn left onto State Route 260 (toward Cottonwood). From Flagstaff: Take I-17 south to Exit 287 (Camp Verde / Cottonwood). At the top of the ramp, turn right onto State Route 260 (toward Cottonwood). STAY ON SR 260 FOR 1.8 miles to roundabout past milepost 217 to Horseshoe Bend Drive. Turn right and follow Horseshoe Bend Drive 1.1 miles to the SHARP left bend.