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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

National Forest

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.

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Location

Bronco Trailhead is located in Arizona

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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

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

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  • WiFi
    Unknown
  • Verizon
    Good
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

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.


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Reviewed Apr. 21, 2020

Horse trailer spot for sure

Worked well enough for a bit of truck bed camping for the night while on a road trip/dirtbagging. 6 or 7 small horse pens on site and what appeared to be an old wire corral. Not really a great spot for tents but you could make it work for the night. Very large dirt lot would suit an LQ horse trailer just fine. Lots of 4x4/off-roading activity in the area, but died down by dark. Occasional road noise. Vault toilet. Water tender labeled "drinking water" but discharge was locked, so bring water.

  • Review photo of Bronco Trailhead by Jeff K., April 21, 2020
  • Review photo of Bronco Trailhead by Jeff K., April 21, 2020

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are fires allowed at Bronco Trailhead?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Bronco Trailhead, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Bronco Trailhead have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Bronco Trailhead does not have wifi.