About Groom Creek Horse Camp
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2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
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Reviews (291)
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
Lynne O
VerifiedNovember 3, 2021 • Stayed at: 19, Loop: C
Wonderful facility for horse camping but be sure to bring a long hose and fillable water tank as some of the higher stalls are hard to get water to. The trail going up and back down Spruce Mtn is well maintained but rocky, so I wouldn’t recommend it for tender footed horses, but all of ours did just fine and it’s beautiful. Lots of mule deer and brave coyotes so keep your dogs close. We will be back!
Lynne O
VerifiedNovember 3, 2021 • Stayed at: 19, Loop: C
Wonderful facility for horse camping but be sure to bring a long hose and fillable water tank as some of the higher stalls are hard to get water to. The trail going up and back down Spruce Mtn is well maintained but rocky, so I wouldn’t recommend it for tender footed horses, but all of ours did just fine and it’s beautiful. Lots of mule deer and brave coyotes so keep your dogs close. We will be back!
Dawn D
VerifiedNovember 2, 2021 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: B
I sure do love Groom Creek Horse Camp! We got to ride every day of the six days I was there and we saw lots of mule deer, and coyotes. I really do like the fact that they make you have a horse or two before you can camp here and the horse people are certainly a lot nicer than most of the public in camping spots.
The bathrooms really need a lot of help this time as they are not up to par like they usually are win the Camp Hosts are there. I sure would like to see Joe and Nancy come back left next year as Camp Hosts as they are the best!
Dawn D
VerifiedNovember 2, 2021 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: B
I sure do love Groom Creek Horse Camp! We got to ride every day of the six days I was there and we saw lots of mule deer, and coyotes. I really do like the fact that they make you have a horse or two before you can camp here and the horse people are certainly a lot nicer than most of the public in camping spots.
The bathrooms really need a lot of help this time as they are not up to par like they usually are win the Camp Hosts are there. I sure would like to see Joe and Nancy come back left next year as Camp Hosts as they are the best!
Deborah B
VerifiedOctober 18, 2021 • Stayed at: 31, Loop: C
It sure would be nice if Groom Creek had more water locations, the horse stalls need to be refilled with dirt and sand, after it rains the stalls fill with water and do not drain properly. This is not good for the horses feet. The wildlife was amazing many deer, coyotes. I love camping at Groom Creek I think it needs a little more TLC .
Deborah B
VerifiedOctober 18, 2021 • Stayed at: 31, Loop: C
It sure would be nice if Groom Creek had more water locations, the horse stalls need to be refilled with dirt and sand, after it rains the stalls fill with water and do not drain properly. This is not good for the horses feet. The wildlife was amazing many deer, coyotes. I love camping at Groom Creek I think it needs a little more TLC .
Robert P
VerifiedOctober 17, 2021 • Stayed at: 35, Loop: C
Nice not having a camp host breathing down your neck.
Trails were nice.
Robert P
VerifiedOctober 17, 2021 • Stayed at: 35, Loop: C
Nice not having a camp host breathing down your neck.
Trails were nice.
Jayne M
VerifiedOctober 13, 2021 • Stayed at: 32, Loop: C
Groom Creek no longer has a camp host. When we arrived with our horse trailer someone was already in the camp site so we were unable to stay. We’re very disappointed in the management of the Groom Creek horse camp.
Jayne M
VerifiedOctober 13, 2021 • Stayed at: 32, Loop: C
Groom Creek no longer has a camp host. When we arrived with our horse trailer someone was already in the camp site so we were unable to stay. We’re very disappointed in the management of the Groom Creek horse camp.
Location & Directions for Groom Creek Horse Camp
Prescott National Forest, Prescott, AZ 86303-4398 United States
Elevation: 1,951 ft
Getting There
<p><strong>From Phoenix, Arizona</strong>, Take I-17 north for 61.8 mi. Take exit 262 toward Cordes Junction/Prescott. Merge onto State Route 69 west and follow for 33.8 mi. At the split, take the ramp for Route 89 south. Turn slight left onto Eas...
From Phoenix, Arizona, Take I-17 north for 61.8 mi. Take exit 262 toward Cordes Junction/Prescott. Merge onto State Route 69 west and follow for 33.8 mi. 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 mi 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 mi to Horse Camp on the right. Groom Creek Loop Trailhead #307 is east of the campground, across Forest Road #52.
Highway access
Groom Creek Horse Camp is accessible via I-17, which is approximately 61.8 miles to the south. From I-17, take State Route 69 west to Route 89 south, which leads to the campground.
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
- Check-in is at 2:00 PM or later, and check-out is by 12:00 noon. Early arrivals can park and enjoy trails but must pay the fee for early occupancy.
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Site capacity
- You can stay for a maximum of 14 days within any 30-day period.
Site types & loops
- Only equestrian users are allowed at Groom Creek Horse Camp; non-equestrian campers will not be admitted.
Safety & rules
- Fireworks and sparklers are not allowed anywhere on National Forest Lands.
- Quiet hours are observed from 10 PM to 6 AM.
- Smoking is only permitted in enclosed vehicles, buildings, or designated cleared areas.
Fees & deposits
- Guests with a second vehicle must pay using exact change at the self-pay kiosk immediately after selecting a campsite.
Pets
- Pets must be leashed or caged and cannot be left unattended.
Fires & fuel
- Fire restrictions may apply during dry conditions, prohibiting smoking and open fires.
- To prevent pests, please acquire firewood locally and burn it on-site; do not transport firewood.
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Last updated: October 19, 2026
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