Fishing enthusiasts and paddlers will find three lagoons and direct access to the Verde River at Dead Horse Ranch State Park Campground. Located in Cottonwood, this Arizona State Parks facility operates year-round with sites accommodating RVs up to 65 feet and offering electric and water hookups.
The campground spreads across multiple loops, with the Red Tailed Hawk loop drawing particular praise from visitors. Sites vary significantly in privacy, with some positioned well back from roads behind mesquite trees while others sit more exposed. Melissa S. notes that spot 33 in the Quail loop "has good shade throughout the entire day" from mesquite trees. Most sites include level gravel or wooden tent pads, picnic tables, and fire rings when fire restrictions allow.
Miles of hiking and biking trails wind through the park, including routes that connect to Old Town Cottonwood and lead down to swimming holes along the Verde River. The park also features a playground and horseback riding opportunities. Denise G. confirms that "within the campground, there are three lagoons and miles of trails to hike or bike." Clean shower facilities with hot water and dishwashing stations serve each camping loop.
Sites lack sewer hookups, but the park provides a convenient dump station near the entrance. Reservations through the Arizona State Parks website allow campers to select specific sites, and firewood is available from camp hosts for $8 cash. The location puts visitors within 30 minutes of Sedona's hiking trails and close to attractions like Montezuma Castle and Tuzigoot National Monument.
For additional camping options in the area, consider places to camp around Cottonwood. Book ahead during peak seasons, as this accessible location fills quickly with both tent campers and RV travelers.
Description
Quail Loop Campground
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundDead Horse Ranch State Park Campground is located in Arizona
Directions
Directions from Junction 260 and 89A/Main St. Go 2 miles NW on Main St to N 10th St. Entrance is off of N 10th St.
Address
675 Dead Horse Ranch Road
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
Coordinates
34.7545738220215 N
112.017272949219 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 59 usersLast on 3/23/26
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 68 usersLast on 3/23/26
- AT&TLTEGood CoverageVerified by 25 usersLast on 3/23/26
Access
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Electric Hookups
- Alcohol
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 44 min from Prescott Valley, AZ
- 1 hr 3 min from Flagstaff, AZ
- 1 hr 22 min from Phoenix, AZ
- 3 hrs 45 min from Lake Havasu City, AZ
































































