A dirt road runs just across from Clear Creek itself, putting the water within easy walking distance of most sites at this Coconino National Forest campground outside Camp Verde, Arizona. The layout is wide open with sites positioned close together, which means privacy is limited during busy periods. Reviewers consistently flag summer weekends as the noisiest times, while weekday visits in fall tend to draw smaller crowds. A trail runs alongside the creek, and one mountain route leads to an overlook with sightlines across the entire campground.
Sites include cement picnic tables and fire rings with grill surfaces. Big sycamores provide shade across parts of the campground. Drinking water, firewood, and clean vault toilets are available on-site. Electric hookups make it workable for RVs up to 32 feet. The campground is ADA accessible and open year-round, though Mike C. notes conditions can be "downright frosty at night, literally" in late fall and early winter, with daytime temperatures still warm enough for short sleeves. Spring and early fall tend to offer more moderate overnight lows.
Camp Verde sits close enough for supply runs, and the campground host has drawn repeated mentions for being attentive and helpful. Rates run around $18 per night for a tent site, with a discount available for annual pass holders. The adjacent Clear Creek Group site handles larger parties by reservation. Campers who want creek access, a manageable drive from Phoenix, and basic amenities without venturing deep into the backcountry will find this a functional base, though those prioritizing site separation should look for spot 18 near the exit.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsClear Creek Campground is located in Arizona near Camp Verde
Public CampgroundDirections
From Camp Verde, AZ, take State Rt. 260 east 5.3 miles to campground sign. Turn left at sign onto dirt road and go 0.5 miles to campground sign. Bear left into campground.
Coordinates
34.51634324 N
111.76805028 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-MobileLTEGood CoverageVerified by 51 usersLast on 8/17/26
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 19 usersLast on 8/17/26
- AT&TLTEGood CoverageVerified by 14 usersLast on 8/17/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 36 min from Prescott Valley, AZ
- 56 min from Flagstaff, AZ
- 1 hr 11 min from Phoenix, AZ
- 3 hrs 44 min from Lake Havasu City, AZ
