Warning
GeneralDue to emergency repairs to our water system, drinking water may not be operational until mid-May. Water will be provided for horses, but campers must bring their own potable water for human consumption. This banner will be updated when the water system is operational.
About Groom Creek Horse Camp
Number of accommodations: 29
Campground Amenities
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Potable Water
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Reviews (132)
What Guests Are Saying
Groom Creek Horse Camp is highly praised for its beautiful setting among Ponderosa pines, numerous trails, and friendly camp hosts, Joe and Nancy, who enhance the camping experience. While some reviews mention occasional issues with cleanliness and customer service, the overall atmosphere is described as peaceful and welcoming. Campers appreciate the horse-friendly amenities and the camaraderie among fellow equestrians, making it a favored destination for many.
What Guests Are Saying
Groom Creek Horse Camp is highly praised for its beautiful setting among Ponderosa pines, numerous trails, and friendly camp hosts, Joe and Nancy, who enhance the camping experience. While some reviews mention occasional issues with cleanliness and customer service, the overall atmosphere is described as peaceful and welcoming. Campers appreciate the horse-friendly amenities and the camaraderie among fellow equestrians, making it a favored destination for many.
Review Summary
Marco G
VerifiedDecember 24, 2025 • Stayed at: 31, Loop: C
Starts with excellent camp hosts. And ours were great
Dusty S
VerifiedNovember 23, 2025 • Stayed at: 35, Loop: C
Camp Host Joe could be taught better customer service skills.
Robert and Kelly J
VerifiedNovember 5, 2025 • Stayed at: 10, Loop: B
none
Ruth B
VerifiedOctober 29, 2025 • Stayed at: 13, Loop: B
I absolutely love this horse camp. It is my home away from home.
Many trails to explore or just sit around enjoying the peace and quiet of the woods.
Mary W
VerifiedOctober 17, 2025 • Stayed at: 37, Loop: C
Groom Creek horsecamp is the best area to camp in and only two hours from Wickenburg. I love camping in the trees. Trails are mainly dirt without many rocks except in a few areas. The only bad thing is getting rained out twice this year. Main problem is a leak in my trailer roof. Having corrals set up is the best. Close to downtown Prescott if you want to go out to eat or visit their wonderful museums.
Bill K
VerifiedOctober 15, 2025 • Stayed at: 34, Loop: C
site would have been much nicer if the previous campers had cleaned the stall. we expect to find some road apples, but there is plenty of cleanup tools and dumpsters. no reason to leave your pony's mess for the next pony to stand in. lazy.
leslie b
VerifiedOctober 13, 2025 • Stayed at: 11, Loop: B
Joe and Nancy are amazing camp hosts. They are friendly and caring.
My only “complaint” is the bathrooms smell.
Janet B
VerifiedOctober 9, 2025 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: C
Great horse camping. Sites are clean and camp hosts are great people!
Christy L
VerifiedOctober 6, 2025 • Stayed at: 32, Loop: C
We absolutely love going to Groom Creek. We live in Cave Creek, and have been going there for years. Our experience two years ago with the camp host Joe was horrible. There was a shooting and he refused to come out and assist for our safety. We called the sheriff they came out along with the Ranger, and it was one of the attending guest at one of the sites. He was nothing but rude and unhelpful. We did not return until just two weeks ago and had another poor experience with him. He is incredibly rude, not helpful and quite honestly we probably won’t return and will continue to go up to Little Eldon in Flagstaff until a new host is put in place there.
Janet B
VerifiedSeptember 5, 2025 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: C
Campground was great! Camp hosts are wonderful!
Location Groom Creek Horse Camp
Address:
Prescott National Forest
Prescott, AZ, 86303-4398
United States
From Phoenix, Arizona, Take I-17 north for 61.8 miles. Take exit 262 toward Cordes Junction/Prescott. Merge onto State Route 69 west and follow for 33.8 miles. At the split, take the ramp for Route 89 south. Turn slight left onto East Gurley Street/89 and follow for about 0.8-mile. Turn left at Mt. Vernon Street (Senator Highway, County Road #56) and continue for 7.2 miles to Horse Camp on the right. Groom Creek Loop Trailhead #307 is east of the campground, across Forest Road #52.
From downtown Prescott, Take Gurley Street east to Mt. Vernon Avenue. Take Mt. Vernon (Senator Highway, County Road #56) south for about 7.2 miles to Horse Camp on the right. Groom Creek Loop Trailhead #307 is east of the campground, across Forest Road #52.
Latitude & Longitude: 34.465 / -112.441
Elevation: 1951 feet
Policies & Rules
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Maximum stay limit is 14 days within 30 consecutive days in Prescott National Forest including stays at dispersed sites. |
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Groom Creek Horse Camp is intended for equestrian users only, campers without horses will be turned away. |
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Fireworks, including sparklers, are prohibited at all times on National Forest Lands. |
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Check-in 2:00 PM or later; Check-out 12 NOON or earlier. Early arrivals can park across the street at Trailhead 307 and enjoy equestrian trails until check-in time. Those who occupy a site early are expected to pay the site fee at the same rate as an overnight visit |
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All guests with a second vehicle must pay with exact change using the self-pay kiosk as soon as campsite is selected. |
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Quiet hours between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. |
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Pets are welcome but must be on a 6 foot leash or in a cage and never unattended. |
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All smoking must be done within enclosed vehicles, buildings, or developed fee recreation sites where the area is cleared of all flammable material |
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Fire restrictions may be imposed due to dry conditions, at which time smoking, wood and charcoal fires may be prohibited. |
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Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org. |
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralDue to emergency repairs to our water system, drinking water may not be operational until mid-May. Water will be provided for horses, but campers must bring their own potable water for human consumption. This banner will be updated when the water system is operational.
