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
Susan V
VerifiedMay 15, 2025 • Stayed at: 31, Loop: C
Beautiful place!!!!
Roxanne J
VerifiedNovember 19, 2024 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: B
I have been going to Groom Creek Horse Camp for over 14 years and this last camping visit was the probably the first time I had a negative experience. The camp hosts were pretty much nonexistent during my 5 day visit. Upon arrival, I stopped to check-in upon arrival and no one came out of the camper. I was not until the next day that the host(s) stopped to introduce themselves and the was the last time I saw them. I was in the B Loop and 3 days in, the water spicket broke. Multiple calls were made to the host(s) who were unavailable and the fire department came out to assess the situation. With my suggestion, a buckle strap was placed to stop the leaking, but as a result, there was no water access from that spicket the rest of my stay. Both the male and female bathroom chute toilets were full and stunk quite bad. My guess is, they were not emptied due to the end of the season being only a few days away. There was a woman with 3 horses in Site B15 who had 2 horses in the permanent paddock and 1 horse in an electric fence set-up. Per another camper, these horses were loose a day prior to my arrival. On Sunday of my stay, all 3 horses were running loose in Site B8. The horses then charged my friend and her horse in Site B11. My friend was almost trampled by these horses while trying to calm her horse. With my help, the 3 horses were chased off over the hill towards C Loop. I went to the woman in Site B15 to inform her and her words to me were "I did not think they would go that far." These horses then came back and charged my friend's site and also my site. This incident was told to the camp host(s) and evidently, the camper told them her horse broke the permanent paddock panel and the other broke out of the temporary paddock. Thus, nothing was done about the incident. During my 5 day stay, there were a total of 6 dogs between Sites B10-15 that were running loose the entire time; sometimes coming into my site. The camp host(s) were aware of this.
Janet B
VerifiedSeptember 18, 2024 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: C
Great experience as always. Campground was in great shape as usual.
Jeffrey S
VerifiedSeptember 17, 2024 • Stayed at: 27, Loop: C
Nice trail good camp site. Need 2 stalls
Debra W
VerifiedAugust 25, 2024 • Stayed at: 30, Loop: C
We really enjoyed the horse camp and the trails. Had a great time and the caregiver was really nice.
Alison O
VerifiedAugust 23, 2024 • Stayed at: 32, Loop: C
Nice trails
Susan I
VerifiedAugust 23, 2024 • Stayed at: 34, Loop: C
My stall was not clean when I arrived. I cleaned it into 2 piles outside the stall but did not haul it away.
Shelly D
VerifiedAugust 21, 2024 • Stayed at: 23, Loop: C
While being required to clean your stalls before leaving, I would suggest, strongly suggest, you bring your own manure forks. The ones provided are broken or the handles are splintered. Some nice wheelbarrows are available.
Eva w
VerifiedAugust 18, 2024 • Stayed at: 36, Loop: C
Wish there were mor water sources but still a great experience
Jackie U
VerifiedJuly 11, 2024 • Stayed at: 14, Loop: B
Nice quiet area the host we had for this was excellent the best that we've had for a long time.
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.
