The Groom Creek Horse Camp location is in Prescott, Arizona
86303-4398. This page provides detailed contact information for this campground location including the campground phone number, office hours, reservation information and driving directions.
If you have any questions about the Groom Creek Horse Camp facility, or if you need to reserve a campsite, then call the campground listed below.
Address
Prescott National Forest
Bradshaw Ranger District
Prescott
Arizona
86303-4398
Phone number
1 (877) 444-6777
Campground information Prescott, Arizona
Overview
Equestrian campers will find Groom Creek Horse Camp seven miles south of Prescott, Arizona at an elevation of 6,398 feet. The ponderosa pine setting, nearby trails and limited equestrian camping opportunities make this a popular destination. Each campsite has a steel corral enclosure and an overhead tether line that accommodates two to four horses. Two group picnic sites are also available for reservation for group gatherings within this campground. To make reservations click on the availability button to the right to book this site or call 1 (877) 444-6777. For general horse camp questions contact the Bradshaw Ranger District at 1 (928) 443-8000.
Recreation
Three trails are in close proximity to Groom Creek Horse Camp. Horse Camp Loop Trail 383 (2 miles) is accessed from Loop C, across from the group site or at the campground’s entrance. Wolf Creek Loop Trail 384 (5 miles) is accessed from Horse Camp Loop Trail 383 and from Forest Service Road C101. Groom Creek Loop Trail 307 (9 miles) is accessed from the trailhead across from the entrance to Horse Camp. These trails are shared with other users including mountain bikers and hikers. Off-highway vehicle use occurs on designated roads and trails.
Facilities
Horse Camp has two reservable loops (Loops B and C) and one first-come, first-serve loop (Loop A). Each of the 30 campsites in Loop B and C have a picnic table, steel fire ring, 16’x16′ steel corral, and an overhead tether line. Of the 30 campsites, 27 campsite driveways are pull-through, three driveways are back-in, and all have packed gravel surfacing. The internal access roads are also packed gravel. Four vault toilets, five trash dumpsters, and six water faucets service the campground. Nearly all water faucets are located at a vault toilet. Facilities are not accessible for persons with disabilities.
A reservable group site is located in Loop B and one in Loop C. The group site in Loop B has six picnic tables, five pedestal fire grills, one group fire ring, and limited parking for a maximum of two vehicles. Trailers cannot be accommodated. The group site in Loop C has a steel ramada with six picnic tables, a steel ramada-covered cooking area with two triple cooking surface fire pedestal grills, water faucet, one large and one small steel fire ring, overhead tether line, a 16’x16′ steel corral, and limited parking for a maximum of two vehicles.
Natural Features
Horse Camp occupies an area dominated by ponderosa pine mixed with alligator juniper, oak species, and a variety of forbs and native grasses. Colorful wildflowers bloom in the spring, and during the summer monsoon seasons. Visitors may see a variety of wildlife including deer, mountain lion, bobcat, coyotes, fox, rabbits, lizards, snakes, and birds.
Nearby Attractions
Prescott is a 15 minute drive from Horse Camp. Many activities including arts, crafts and music festivals are scheduled throughout the summer. Goldwater Lake, located within minutes of Horse Camp, is managed by the City of Prescott. The City of Prescott’s recreation pass and day-use fee should not be confused with the Prescott National Forest Day-Use Passes or day-use fee.
Frequently Asked Questions About Prescott National Forest Prescott, AZ
How do I make a reservation with Groom Creek Horse Camp?
To make reservations at Groom Creek Horse Camp, you can call the office at 1 (877) 444-6777.
Single Site: First Vehicle Free, Second Vehicle Fee is $5
Where is Groom Creek Horse Camp located?
The Groom Creek Horse Camp is located at Prescott National Forest Bradshaw Ranger District in Prescott,
. This is the location you will need to go to for camping and information.
Does Groom Creek Horse Camp have tent or RV camping?
Groom Creek Horse Camp offers both tent and RV camping, but to confirm you will need to call the office at 1 (877) 444-6777 to make sure things haven’t changed.