About a dozen free tent sites spread across forested terrain in Tonto National Forest, C C C sits along Seven Springs Road north of Carefree. The US Forest Service campground provides tables, fire rings, grills, and vault toilets, though bathroom conditions vary according to campers. RVs under 20 feet can access most sites, but larger rigs should stay closer to the main road rather than venturing further up the increasingly rough terrain.
Wild horses occasionally wander through the area, and a seasonal creek runs nearby that may dry up during certain periods. The washboard access road handles most vehicles, including compact cars, though zero cell service means staying disconnected. Sites can become overgrown with vegetation after heavy rains. For campers wanting more developed amenities, Civilian Conservation Corps Campground provides an alternative just down the road.
Description
Overview
Civilian Conservation Corps Campground offers spread out camp sites with large sycamore trees providing shade. Picnic tables and firepits with cooking grates are available for families to enjoy while passing the time away together. Cave Creek Trailhead is nearby where you can follow along the Cave Creek Riparian Ecosystem. This spot is popular for bird watching!__ This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service. Camping passes can also be purchased at a Tonto Fee Machine Pass. $16 per site, per night. Nearest fee machine location is at the Cave Creek Ranger Station.
Recreation
Camping Hiking Creek Access OHV Routes Bird Watching
Facilities
Camping Hiking Creek Access OHV Routes Bird Watching
Natural Features
Large sycamore trees provide plenty of shade and the Cave Creek Riparian Ecosystem is just steps away from your campsite.
contact_info
For facility specific information, please call (480) 595-3300.
Nearby Attractions
Towns of Carefree and Cave Creek
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundC C C (AZ) Tonto National Forest — Tonto National Forest is located in Arizona
Directions
This site is 20 miles north of Carefree. From Carefree, take Cave Creek Road/Forest Road (FR) 24. The last 9 miles of FR 24 is an all weather gravel road. The gravel portion of the road is narrow with blind curves.
Coordinates
33.970481 N
111.865287 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
Drive Time
- 1 hr 21 min from Phoenix, AZ
- 2 hrs 7 min from Prescott Valley, AZ
- 2 hrs 50 min from Flagstaff, AZ
- 2 hrs 56 min from Tucson, AZ
