Dispersed Camping
Bronco Trailhead
Bronco Trailhead is located in the Tonto National Forest, featuring rugged terrain with a mix of desert and forest landscapes. Temperatures can range from highs of 100°F in summer to lows of 30°F in winter. Nearby attractions include the Bartlett Lake for water activities and the Cave Creek Regional Park for hiking and wildlife observation.
Description
US Forest Service
Tonto National Forest
Nature Trail, Picnic tables, pack it in pack it out, this site provides access to the Cave Creek trail system. Parking for 40 vehicles plus trailers. Stock water available. Six horse pens and manure bin.
Location
Bronco Trailhead is located in Arizona
Directions
From Carefree, take Cave Creek Road/Seven Springs Road/Forest Road (FR) 24 for 15 miles north to Bronco Trailhead. The last 3 miles of FR 24 is an all-weather gravel road. The gravel portion of the road is narrow with blind curves. Click here for map.
Coordinates
33.9348092 N
111.8207594 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Stay Connected
- WiFiAvailable
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TGood
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
We curate permit requirements across the US for our PRO members. Try PRO to see if Bronco Trailhead needs a permit.
Drive Time
- 1 hr 1 min from Phoenix
- 1 hr 48 min from Prescott Valley
- 2 hrs 31 min from Flagstaff
- 2 hrs 36 min from Tucson
