Established Camping
Benny Creek Campground
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Benny Creek Campground is located in the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, featuring forested terrain with a mix of pine and fir trees. Temperatures in the area range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby attractions include the Sunrise Park Resort and the scenic Big Lake, offering opportunities for outdoor activities.
Description
Overview
Benny Creek Campground offers group camping in the remote and scenic White Mountains of Arizona. A perfect outdoor retreat for small to medium group gatherings, the campground is situated in a pine forest above Benny Creek and within walking distance of Bunch Reservoir and Greer Lakes. Picnicking, fishing, hiking and boating are often enjoyed by campers.
Recreation
Excellent creek and lake fishing for trout draws anglers to the campground. Hikers can seek out the Squirrel Springs trail nearby. Those wishing to relax on a scenic drive can explore the White Mountain and Coronado Trail Scenic Byways.
Facilities
Three group camping areas are available for groups up to 24 or 32 guests. When not reserved, these sites may be available on a walk-in basis, and there are several individual sites that are also first-come, first-served. The campground can accommodate tents, trailers and small motorhomes up to 24 feet. A dump station is available across the highway at Hoyer Campground.
Natural Features
Benny Creek Campground sits in the White Mountains of eastern Arizona at an elevation of 8,250 feet. Campsites are fairly open under a canopy of ponderosa pine. Abert squirrels and chipmunks are common campground residents, and mule deer and elk inhabit the area as well. The nearby reservoir is one of three area lakes on the Little Colorado River. Summer temperatures can be very pleasant due to the elevation. However, the rainy season often brings afternoon thunderstorms from late June through August. Visitors should come prepared for rain and cool nighttime temperatures.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (928) 537-8888.
Nearby Attractions
The nearby town of Greer offers gas, groceries, restaurants and equipment rentals. Visitors can explore endless vistas and take part in many outdoor activities in the surrounding Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, which encompasses 2 million acres of magnificent mountain country in east-central Arizona and New Mexico.
Location
Benny Creek Campground is located in Arizona
Directions
From Show Low, Arizona, take Highway 260 southeast 42 miles to Highway 373. Follow 373 south for 2.5 miles to the Benny Creek Campground entrance on the left.
Address
APACHE-SITGREAVES
AZ
Coordinates
34.0441667 N
109.4486111 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Detours Nearby
Los Burros Campground
43 min away
Horse Springs Campground
1 hr 22 min away
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 51 min from Flagstaff
- 3 hrs 53 min from Phoenix
- 3 hrs 54 min from Prescott Valley
- 4 hrs 17 min from Tucson
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
