Established Camping
Fort Tuthill Luke AFB Recreation Area
Fort Tuthill Luke AFB Recreation Area, near Flagstaff, Arizona, is a military campground that offers a solid mix of amenities for those eligible to stay. With options for tents, RVs, cabins, and even yurts, it caters to a variety of camping styles, making it a convenient spot for military personnel and their families.
The campground is known for its clean facilities, including showers and laundry, which visitors appreciate after a day of outdoor activities. Many campers have highlighted the availability of water and electric hookups, making it easy to set up your site comfortably. As one reviewer noted, “Clean and quiet” sums up the atmosphere here, perfect for a relaxing getaway.
For those looking to stretch their legs, there are hiking trails nearby, and the campground is a great base for exploring the stunning landscapes of the Grand Canyon and Sedona. Families will find plenty to do, with a bike park and adventure course that keep both kids and adults entertained. Just be aware that it can get a bit crowded during peak times, but the camaraderie among fellow campers adds to the experience.
Description
Military
Situated in the Coconino National Forest, Fort Tuthill is the perfect place for your family or friend getaway. As soon as you pull into the park the feeling of adventure washes over you. From the beautiful Ponderosa Pine Forest to the exceptional mountain views there is no end to the wonderment that surrounds you as you stay with us here at Fort Tuthill. Our exceptional staff is here to help you with whatever you need, from restaurant recommendations to all the happenings nearby. Want to bring your own tent or RV, that’s great too! We have plenty of sites for you to choose from, great rates, and water/electric hookups for the RVs. Each site has a picnic table and charcoal grill for your cooking needs. All sites are located in the back of the recreation area and are close to the hiking trails. The bathhouse and dump station on site included with rate to guest, but available to non guest for a fee. Be sure to give us a call us to ensure we have the right site for your RV! During winter, all sites are weather dependent. Please call before you reserve!
Reservation Info
PEOPLE ELIGIBLE TO MAKE RESERVATIONS UP TO 12 MONTHS IN ADVANCE • Active duty personnel of any branch of service and their immediate family members. Branches include: Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and U.S. Coast Guard (must have valid ID card).
PEOPLE ELIGIBLE TO MAKE RESERVATIONS UP TO 6 MONTHS IN ADVANCE • All other authorized personnel with valid ID including:
- Retired military personnel (with pay) and their families, any branch.
- Medal of Honor recipients and their surviving spouses and family. (Must Show: Veteran Health Identification Card)
- Honorably discharged veterans with 100% service related disability. (Must show: Veteran Health Identification Card)
- Reserve members of any branch or National Guard and their family members.
- Retired reservists of any branch and their families.
- US Naval Academy midshipmen.
- Cadets of the Army and Air Force academies.
- Officer candidates when in an active duty status.
- Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) cadets and midshipmen, when on active duty during college vacation periods.
- DOD civilian employees (including NAF) and their family members in Alaska and Hawaii, all US Territories and Possessions, and foreign countries who are authorized exchange privileges.
- Retired DOD civilians and their family members.
- Military personnel of foreign nations and their families when authorized exchange privileges.
- Surgeons under contract to the military during the period of their contracts.
- Non-remarried surviving spouses of military personnel and their family members, and former spouses with identifications cards (DD form 1173, Uniformed Services Identification and Privilege Card.)
- Commissioned Officers with the Public Health Service.
- Inprocessing Enlisted with paperwork-individuals, who have enlisted but have not received an ID card, must present paperwork.
- All National Guard active and reserve.
Location
Fort Tuthill Luke AFB Recreation Area is located in Arizona
Directions
The North Travel via Highway 180 from Grand Canyon or Highway 89 from Cameron and transition to Interstate 17 South at Flagstaff. Exit and turn right at Pulliam Airport (Exit 337). Continue straight through the stop sign toward Coconino County Fairgrounds. Follow the signs to Luke AFB Recreation area. The South Drive Interstate 17 North toward Flagstaff. Exit and turn left at Pulliam Airport (Exit 337), two miles south of Flagstaff. Continue straight through the stop sign toward Coconino County Fairgrounds. Follow the signs to Luke AFB Recreation area. The West Travel East on Interstate 40 and Transition to Interstate 17 South at Flagstaff. Exit and turn right at Pulliam Airport (Exit 337), two miles south of Flagstaff. Continue straight through the stop sign toward Coconino County Fairgrounds. Follow the signs to Luke AFB Recreation area. The East Travel West on Interstate 40 and Transition to Interstate 17 South at Flagstaff. Exit and turn right at Pulliam Airport (Exit 337), two miles south of Flagstaff. Continue straight through the stop sign toward Coconino County Fairgrounds. Follow the signs to Luke AFB Recreation area.
Coordinates
35.139387081967776 N
111.6935637885614 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonFair
- AT&TFair
- T-MobileAvailable
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
- Yurts
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 4 min from Flagstaff
- 1 hr 8 min from Prescott Valley
- 1 hr 42 min from Phoenix
- 2 hrs 58 min from Lake Havasu City