About Groom Creek Horse Camp
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2026 Season availability
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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
debbra s
VerifiedMay 29, 2026 • Stayed at: 29, Loop: C
Groom Creek Horse Camp is the whole package. The camp hosts are amazing. Everything is keep up and the hosts are always available.
Roxanne J
VerifiedJune 4, 2026 • Stayed at: 14, Loop: B
Although my stay was affected by a horse-riding accident, I was very pleased with the condition of the campsite and the hosts, Joe and Nancy. The campsite including the paddock was very clean and "move-in ready". The camp hosts, Joe and Nancy do an awesome job of taking care of the camp making sure myself and my horse were comfortable and well taken care of. I like the fact that Joe and Nancy are present and available for the campers. They are going around the camp in their golf cart on a regular basis to ensure the campers and their horses are comfortable and happy with the camping experience. Will definitely planning many more trips to Groom Creek Horse Camp.
Patricia G
VerifiedJune 7, 2026 • Stayed at: 29, Loop: C
This is a great horse camp. The camp hosts Joe & Nancy are the best and very helpful for anything that you may need!
Susan M
VerifiedJune 8, 2026 • Stayed at: 20, Loop: C
So far, this is my absolute favorite place to camp with my horses and dogs. The camp sites are spacious, clean and well equipped for humans and horses. Being up in the pines with your horses is hard to beat!
Tammi W
VerifiedJune 11, 2026 • Stayed at: 33, Loop: C
Clean area, bathrooms were very clean. The camp hosts, Joe and Nancy were the best. Always were friendly and love having them there
Machler A
VerifiedJune 21, 2026 • Stayed at: 19, Loop: C
Great trails. Plenty to ride. Clean campgrounds . Bathrooms clean also.
Ruth B
VerifiedJune 22, 2026 • Stayed at: 12, Loop: B
THIS IS MY HOME AWAY FROM HOME. I LOVE THIS PLACE
DIANA F
VerifiedJune 22, 2026 • Stayed at: 27, Loop: C
I have been camping here for over 25 years, now I bring my granddaughter to ride with me. We love the trails the camp and now we have had Joe and Nancy for the past few years they are the best!!!! The camp is clean and we just love it!!!! Will definitely be camping for many years ahead with our horses.... Hope this stays a horse camp forever!!!!
Lisa S
VerifiedJune 26, 2026 • Stayed at: 14, Loop: B
Love this campground! Always clean and nice. Beautiful.
Chrystal V
VerifiedJuly 8, 2026 • Stayed at: 15, Loop: B
Groom Creek is a one-of-a-kind horse camp only. The stall and highline are placed in good areas of your camp, far enough away so that your dogs do not get in the mix, yet close enough to feel like they are right there and easily watched. It's close to downtown to go grab breakfast, dinner or get a little shopping in. Trails are great in the trees and well maintained.
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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