Clear Creek Campground (AZ)
Coconino National Forest Recreation
This cozy group campground is tucked in the Lower Sonoran Desert along the banks of the fresh, chilly Clear Creek. Campers can wade in the creek, fish, or curl up with a book under the umbrella of cottonwood trees. Another popular pastime here is birdwatching, where you might just spot a hawk or bald eagle in flight.
Clear Creek Campground is seven miles southeast of the small ranching town of Camp Verde. It's part of the Coconino National Forest, one of the most diverse forests in the country. Landscapes range from alpine tundra to desert valleys and red canyons.
Clear Creek Campground is grassy and flat, with some shade from surrounding cottonwoods. The group campsite holds 80 people with a maximum of 30 vehicles. The campsite is a popular destination, with its relaxed, open atmosphere, so be sure to book early for holiday weekends. This facility also has 18 standard family sites available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Need to Know
This campground also has 13 reservable single campsites and 5 First Come First Serve Campsites available besides the Group Site.
The group parking area can hold approximately 15-20 motorhomes or RVs.
- No radios or amplified devices allowed.
- 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.
- No portable showers or toilets allowed in campground
- No cutting, chopping or splitting wood within the campground
Campsites must be occupied first night of reservation
Campsite cannot be unattended more than 24 hours
The camping stay limit in Red Rock District is limited to 7 days
Natural Features
Clear Creek sits in the Verde Valley at 3,200 feet elevation. It's part of the Sonoran desert near the base of Cactus Mountain, and the climate is arid with hot summer days and mild winters.
Nearby Attractions
A must-do day trip is the Montezuma Castle National Monument, where you can marvel at a well-preserved Native American cliff dwelling that dates back 1,000 years. Near the dwelling is the Montezuma Well, which is a naturally-formed well that collects over a million gallons of fresh water a day.
Hot-air ballooning and horseback riding are also fun outings near the campsite.
Recreation
The campground is part of an oasis that attracts a variety of wildlife. Colorful songbirds and raptors are common birdwatching finds, and cool water species such as smallmouth bass and green sunfish make for enjoyable fishing. Wildlife watching includes black bears, elk, turkey, deer, and bison.
Contact Information
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 928-204-0028
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
From Interstate 17, take Exit 287 for AZ-260 toward Cottonwood/Payson/89-A. Turn right onto AZ-260 and follow for approximately 8 miles to the campsite.
Available Campsites
- Site 10, Loop Clear Creek, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 15, Loop Clear Creek, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 03, Loop Clear Creek, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 17, Loop Clear Creek, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 07, Loop Clear Creek, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 13, Loop Clear Creek, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 04, Loop Clear Creek, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 12, Loop Clear Creek, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site Group Site, Loop Clear Creek Group, Type Group Standard Nonelectric
- Site 16, Loop Clear Creek, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 09, Loop Clear Creek, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 18, Loop Clear Creek, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 02, Loop Clear Creek, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 14, Loop Clear Creek, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 05, Loop Clear Creek, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 06, Loop Clear Creek, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 08, Loop Clear Creek, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 01, Loop Clear Creek, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 11, Loop Clear Creek, Type Standard Nonelectric
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