Cave Creek Group Site

About this site

Cave Creek Group Site is located 20 miles north of Cave Creek and Carefree, Arizona. It is a historic campground constructed in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). This site is a short drive from the blistering heat of Phoenix offering cooler temps, a clear running creek, and plentiful shade to relax and enjoy nature. With food prep areas, grills and covered picnic tables, you're all set for a weekend with your loved ones you'll never forget! Facilities: There are 12 picnic tables, three central grills, a covered food prep area and one serving table. The tables are stoneware consisting of deep crimson jasper interspersed with common fieldstone. There are also two large covered ramadas, four benches, a game area, campfire area, vault toilets, and trash service. Natural Features: This group campsite is nestled in a narrow valley of juniper and sycamore trees providing abundant shade. Water flowing through seven springs is minimal and only several inches in depth. The area has one large open camping area and a nearby trailhead offering access to over 48 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails. Bring your camera during springtime to get photos of the desert wildflowers in bloom. Recreation: At this site you'll enjoy camping, hiking, mountain biking, picnicking, sightseeing, exploring, bird and wildlife viewing, and there is even a game area for volleyball and horseshoes. Additional Info: Group site with 150 people maximum. Fees: $75 per night for groups of 1-50 people, $150 per night for groups of 51-150 people. Vault toilets and trash service provided. Dogs must be on leash. No horses, mules, livestock, glass containers, amplified music, or loud music/generators after 10 p.m.

Amenities & access

Contact

• https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/267559

Location

33.975250, -111.866450