Best Equestrian Camping near Cibecue, AZ
Looking for the best horse camping near Cibecue? Camping with horses is a beautiful way to experience nature. These scenic and easy-to-reach Cibecue campsites are perfect for equestrian campers.
Best Equestrian Sites Near Cibecue, AZ (9)
1. Mogollon Campground
Kohls Ranch, Arizona11 Reviews•28 Photos•176 SavesOverview
Mogollon Campground, although not directly in the Woods Canyon Recreation area, sits just outside and is only two miles from the lake. For those who like spectacular views, this campground is one of the closest to the Mogollon Rim.
Recreation
Fishing and boating are available at Woods Canyon Lake which is approximately three miles from the campground on Road 105.
Natural Features
Mogollon Campground is surrounded by ponderosa pines. The road to Mogollon is a sandy road off of Road 300. The campground itself is also sandy and gravel.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (928) 535-0181.
Nearby Attractions
Some groceries are available at the Marina Store at Woods Canyon Lake which is approximately three miles from the campground. The store also offers boat and kayak rentals. Woods Canyon Lake is a great lake for fishing.
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- RVs
- Tents
$18 / night
2. Timber Camp Recreation Area and Group Campgrounds
Globe, Arizona5 Reviews•38 Photos•31 SavesOverview
Timber Camp Recreation Area has one of the most popular family and group campgrounds in the Tonto National Forest offering both day-use sites and over-night areas.
Recreation
Abundant recreation opportunities such as cross-country horseback riding, hiking, in-season hunting, exploring, off-highway vehicle use and wildlife viewing are in close proximity. In the spring, whitewater rafting trips on the Upper Salt River launch a mere 20-minute drive from the site. Brundrett 2 and the equestrian sites are excellent places to stage authorized outdoor group events (a separate permit may be required). While there are no dedicated equestrian trails, the surrounding terrain is ideal for cross-country horseback riding.
Natural Features
Located within the Timber Camp Mountains and surrounded by a ponderosa pine and juniper woodland, this area offers a cool get away from the hot summer months. Five miles east of the site, the area eventually meets the ledges and beautiful vistas of the Salt River Canyon and the Salt River Canyon Wilderness.
Nearby Attractions
Approximately 10 miles north along Highway 60, on White Mountain Apache Tribal Lands, lies Seneca Lake and Falls, a popular recreation area for sightseeing and fishing (WMAT permit required). As you continue further north along Highway 60, the road cascades down into the Salt River Canyon where several overlooks allow you to capture the magnificent beauty of "Arizona's other Grand Canyon". Only 24 miles south from Timber Camp, the City of Globe offers an array of restaurants, as well as antique, grocery, and feed and tack stores.
- Fires
- Reservable
- RVs
- Tents
- Group
- Equestrian
$16 / night
3. Colcord Ridge Campground
Forest Lakes, Arizona4 Reviews•24 Photos•183 SavesColcord Ridge Situated within a mixed forest of Ponderosa pine, white and Douglas fir, Colcord Ridge is a great place to go during the hot summer months. Trout fishing is available -- 5 miles to the east of Canyon Creek Canyon Creek Fish Hatchery -- 5 miles east on FR 33. Wildlife includes: Black bear, elk, mountain lion, javelina and deer. This site is a great camp site for youth first learning how to camp. Pack It In, Pack It Out.
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- RVs
- Tents
- Group
4. Larson Ridge Camping Area
Forest Lakes, Arizona2 Reviews•13 Photos•27 SavesDispersed Camping Area.
- RVs
- Tents
- Group
- Equestrian
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
5. Little Green Valley - NF405A Dispersed
Sun Valley, Arizona6 Reviews•12 Photos•225 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- RVs
- Tents
- Group
6. Windy Hill Campground
Roosevelt, Arizona9 Reviews•35 Photos•51 SavesOverview
Located on central Arizona's largest lake, Windy Hill offers great water recreation opportunities to the public. Because of its close proximity to the Lake, Windy Hill allows fishing, non-motorized and motorized boating, along with hiking trails. There are plenty of developed campsites available at Windy Hill, which allows for an easy, quick escape during any time of the year for families and individuals.
Recreation
Fishing is popular activity where anglers can expect to catch a variety of fish species, such as Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass; Crappie; Sunfish; Channel and Flathead Catfish. This campground is also situated right on the shore of Roosevelt Lake which is open to boating, kayaking, and other water-related activites. A fully accessible boat ramp and fishing dock are available for easy lake access, and maps and other important site details can be found at the kiosks at the entrance to the campground.
Nearby Attractions
Two National Scenic Byways (AZ Hwy 88 Apache Trail and AZ Hwy 288 Spines to Pines Highway). Roosevelt Dam, Tonto National Monument, the Arizona Trail, endless miles of jeep trails, Towns of Payson and Globe, Superstition, Sierra Ancha, and Four Peaks Wilderness'. Don't forget to stop by the Tonto Basin Environmental Center learn about the history of the area.
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- RVs
- Tents
$50 / night
7. Lancelot desert camping
Heber-Overgaard, Arizona3 Reviews•22 Photos•9 SavesLocated in the high desert Arizona between Holbrook and Heber. I have four serene off grid campsites all with tent platforms, fire pits, picnic tables, with free firewood plus an outhouse and a common area with horse shoes and corn hole game. They are all drive thru. From tents to large RV with tows. UFO sightings and research has been done here. I myself have seen UFOs. When the skies are clear and you can see the Milky Way.
For cell service, Verizon works great but all other providers are generally unreliable
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
- RVs
$15 / night
8. Round Valley Remuda
Payson, Arizona1 Review•7 Photos•4 SavesLocated just 2 miles south of Payson, AZ just off highway 87.
Large area for big rigs to pull in and turn around.
This is a horse facility but you do not have to have horses to stay here.
Campers with horses can reserve a 15' x 32' partially covered stall for $15 per night.
Pets are welcome but must be contained or on a leash at all times.
Facility is in a very quiet neighborhood and is a 5 minute walk to several different surround trails.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- RVs
$45 / night
9. Frazier Horse Campground — Tonto National Forest
Be the first to review!Roosevelt, ArizonaOverview
The Frazier Horse Campground is nestled into a Sonoran desert landscape at Roosevelt Lake, one of Arizona's most outstanding water-based recreation areas. The lake is the largest of four reservoirs within a 2-hour drive of Phoenix and Tucson. The facility has the first lakeside horse camp built in the Southwestern Region of the Forest Service. From the recreation site, trail users access the Arizona Trail, an 800-mile (1,287-kilometer), non-motorized trail.
Recreation
Bring your horses and head out to the Arizona Trail right from camp via the Cottonwood trail. There are many other trails in the area but they require trailering your horses.
Facilities
Bring your horses and head out to the Arizona Trail right from camp via the Cottonwood trail. There are many other trails in the area but they require trailering your horses.
Natural Features
Roosevelt Lake was dedicated by President Theodore Roosevelt in 1911 and boasts 112 miles of shoreline and peaceful coves. When full, the lake provides 21,500 acres of surface water. Frazier Horse Campground is situated near the lake___s shoreline. Views of the blue water and sunsets against the Sierra Ancha, Salome, and Superstition Wilderness areas are a sight that keep many visitors coming back year after year. The area around Frazier Horse Campground is often alive with abundant wildlife such as mule deer, coyotes, geese, fox, javalina, and the occasional bald eagle.
Nearby Attractions
Discover two nearby National Scenic Byways (AZ Hwy 88 Apache Trail and AZ Hwy 288 Spines to Pines Highway). Local areas to consider around Frazier Horse Campground include Roosevelt Dam, Tonto National Monument, the Arizona Trail, endless miles of jeep trails, the Towns of Payson and Globe, and the Superstition, Sierra Ancha, and Four Peaks Wilderness areas. Don't forget to stop by the Tonto Basin Environmental Center to learn about the history of the area.
- Reservable
- Equestrian
- Picnic Table
$16 / night
Recent Equestrian Reviews in Cibecue
41 Reviews of 9 Cibecue Campgrounds
Caitlin S.
Guide
Colcord Ridge Campground
Spread out campground with amazing views and wildlife
AMAZING campgrounds if you’re looking to escape the heat in the summer months. Spread out areas all up and down Young Road. Active wildlife from deer to coyotes to wild horses. Perfect for families with kids as there are also lakes creeks and caves within driving distance.
Lucy P.
Ranger
Windy Hill Campground
Very pretty, kinda cramped
Gorgeous location and more spaced out than other campgrounds in the area (we stayed at the first loop). Be aware that if you have Verizon you may have bars but no LTE and that access and senior passes don’t work for double sites - also the host made rude remarks to other campers about my partner and I not being seniors because her access pass (she’s very visibly disabled) showed automatically as “senior” when we paid. Bathrooms are clean but bring your own soap!
- Jamie K.
Scout
Little Green Valley - NF405A Dispersed
Nice spot
Campers nearby but overall felt secluded
- CCade S.
TravelerLittle Green Valley - NF405A Dispersed
Great spot for a getaway
Everything you need for a good getaway. Definitely a good amount of people but lots of spots and not crowded feeling at all. Leave it nicer than you found it!
- NNick C.Traveler
Mogollon Campground
Cool little spot!!!
We went up and tried our luck in the Forrest lakes area to find a spot with no reservations. Pretty much every site was full but this one. So we ended up there out of necessity. Ended up being a cool little spot with a concrete pad, picnic table, fire pit and vault toilets. Awesome trails that take you around the rim with some awesome views. Would stay again!
Jake C.
Legend
Round Valley Remuda
Camp with your horses
Jake from the Dyrt here! Round Valley Remuda has Electric, water and a Dump Station so you can enjoy your time on this beautiful farm, they even have a horse stall for rent if you want to bring the horses. Check them out and make sure to share some pictures of your stay on the Dyrt!
- JJackson D.Scout
Lancelot desert camping
Great and helpful host
Unfortunately I was unable to stay at Lancelot campground due to a highway closure the night of my stay. The host stayed in contact as I figured out my next steps. Was very helpful and provided good directions. Hoping I can stay sometime soon.
Kevin H.ScoutLancelot desert camping
Great quite peaceful place
Nice little campground and well thought out. The owner is a wonderful person and made sure we had everything we needed and has anything you need to enjoy the campground. We were only there overnight but loved it. The only issue is the road to get to the campground is almost 10 miles of a non maintained road, very bumpy.
Rose C.Guide
Larson Ridge Camping Area
Overall Good
PROS: Spacious campsites; some have phenomenal views overlooking a canyon. Free entry and a toilet near the entrance. Saw some deer while on a hike and seems like a great area for off-roading in an ATV or dirt bike. CONS: some of the campsites are close to the road and passing trucks can be loud. It was kind of crowded and noisy until late this Memorial Day weekend.
Jessalyn C.ScoutLittle Green Valley - NF405A Dispersed
Little Green Valley/Bear flats
This is a beautiful spot off AZ state highway 260. Roads are a bit bumpy, and they have some shallow water crossings. Rvs and campers can make it in with relative ease.
This place is dispersed, meaning no hook-ups. Pack out what you pack in, no trash services. Can get a little loud on the weekends with the side by sides zooming around.
Ashley F.LegendLancelot desert camping
Level sites & all camping rigs welcome!
Ashley here with The Dyrt. I love that this space can fit those extra large RV's or tents. With your own platform to picnic on or pitch your tent, and yard games to play, this is a cozy and cute spot to visit on your next adventure. The free firewood is a sweet touch. Come give them a try and leave them some love!
- TTHOMAS S.Scout
Little Green Valley - NF405A Dispersed
Easy access
 This campground has easy access, and the roads are graded very well. Lots of trees and a stream running through the canyon. It also has a 7 mile hike to a place called Hells gate that has a swimming hole at the end of the hike. Lotta weekenders come up and hike up there. 
Aidan M.RangerLittle Green Valley - NF405A Dispersed
Great dispersed camping!
This is just a dirt road off of the highway. I saw another review that said there was some road noise, but if you keep following the road back, there is campsites all the way along it and it gets very peaceful and quiet.
We stayed there for about 3 nights and loved it. We collected wood from the area, there was a little stream nearby, and it was great.
Highly recommend.
Connor N.Ranger
Timber Camp Recreation Area and Group Campgrounds
Decent campground, few amenities, in the middle of nowhere
Enjoyed three nights and generally had the place to ourselves excluding the host. The host was very nice. The fee station was out of order during our stay, so we paid via daily tickets at a place in Globe on our way out. The campground is right off the highway so there was a fair amount of traffic noise, but not unbearable. Little to do in the way of hikes within walking distance, but we enjoyed walking around the campground and into the woods to the north and east. Verizon service was great the entire time. Sites are well maintained and level. Vault toilets were clean. Each site has a steel fire ring and grate as well as a nice metal picnic table. There a a few group areas with full grills and communal tables. The campground appears fairly new.
alex M.TravelerLittle Green Valley - NF405A Dispersed
Nice and quite
It was a very nice weekend get away. The woods were awesome and very little noise besides cars driving along the road. Thr road was a very easy drive. Only downside is the campsite was very close to the road.
Kat E.TravelerColcord Ridge Campground
Great Vehicle Accessibility
Do you want to get away from the city but only have a vehicle that’s is low to the ground making dirt roads challenging or sometimes impossible? This is the campsite for you. While the site is on a dirt road it has been maintained enough that my typical sedan can get to it easily and the road is paved up until the turn off for the camp site. We’ve enjoyed beautiful sun rises from our camp and had good enough cell service to stream a horror movie. Double check what the fire restrictions are before leaving for your trip! This forest tends to have fire bans or can be completely closed during summer seasons when the fire risks are high. Sometimes you can find wild mushrooms growing which has always been a cool experience to me.
Alejandro D.ScoutWindy Hill Campground
50/50
For every good thing there was a bad. We stayed at Coyote Loop. You can’t fish from the shore because all the dead trees that go out about 10 feet along the entire shore (awesome if you have a boat; I guess). I expected lots of generators and the sound that it makes, myself included. I didn’t expect three campsites to be taken up by the same group of people and here F-bombs all night till 10 o’clock. Then people turn high power lamps on you and everyone for long periods of time because they can afford expensive toys but not a simple flashlight. It was peaceful at 10:00pm and we could hear the lake wildlife. Maybe not a good place to take children. There seem to be one super secret place to dump your trailer water, grey & black. While you can dump there for free; you cannot find it without a treasure map, a devining rod, and a map of the stars. Don’t bother asking the site Camp Host because his directions were equally as cryptic; if you can find them at all. I and to wait to get home and map it so here it is:
PQJV+2J Tonto Basin, Arizona
Shari G.LegendWindy Hill Campground
Not our type of place, too many generators!
I’m sure that for some, this is their favorite camping area, someplace to return to each and every spring with the family. It has everything one needs to get away from the valley, and out onto the lake for some motorized boating.
The smallish spaced campsites are perfect for getting together with friends, yet large enough to accommodate big RV’s. As a plus, the noise of generators from every other campsite, means that if your group gets a little loud nobody will likely notice. Despite the area’s abundance of sunshine, making it perfect to run your camping rig on solar, this place takes the prize for the most generator impacted site that we’ve ever stayed in our lifetimes, which is saying something. If you like that sort of thing, or can’t hear, this is your place and these are your people. I went for a 45-minute walk around the campground, and counted 13 different generators all going at different frequencies. It was not unlike a walk in a pleasant park while the maintenance staff gather all the leaves with the power of multiple leaf blowers. Despite this trend to all things big and gas-powered, the area is indeed lovely.
We enjoyed a splendid paddle out on the water near sundown, after many power boats were already back up on their trailers. Across the road, lies the Tonto National Monument which shows off some terrific examples of early Puebloan cliff dwellings. The mountains surrounding the area are stunning, and there are some fantastic hiking trails in the area.
The closest stores can be found at the either ends of the lake, a gas station and Marina store/ restaurant. Their selection is low and inversely proportional to the prices. Within 30 minutes to the north and south, respectively, lie the towns of Payson, and Globe where you can find any kind of supplies you need without the price gouging.
Candy P.LegendWindy Hill Campground
Boaters Paradise
Hot showers, clean bathrooms, boat ramps, and fishing docks. Depending on the time of year it can be rowdy and crowded. Week days are relaxing and quiet. It’s named windy hill for a reason. Stake everything by down well and don’t leave shade pop up tents up while you’re out, they might be gone to the wind when you get back.
- JJonathanGuide
Windy Hill Campground
Immaculate, Quiet and a Great Host -Good Tent Sites!
My friends and I stopped for an overnight on a motorcycle adventure in late March 2021. We camped in the Coati Loop on the eastern end of the CG across from the restroom with flush toilets and sink. Each site has a picnic table and shade ramada (canopy). A water spigot was nearby with great water.
We were fortunate to have inherited a host named Larry who was there for a few months because Covid prevented him from traveling to Europe. He built walls, planted drought tolerant plants and raked the campsites each night. I have never been a better tended campground in my life!
Allan R.ScoutTimber Camp Recreation Area and Group Campgrounds
Great Spot to duck into.
Great spot to relax after driving thru Salt Canyon. Very convenient, close to highway, with very little noise. ATT was full scale. We will return.
Jessica C.ScoutMogollon Campground
Great Place
Stayed here many times and always a wonderful experience. The campsites are always clean with clean toilets and drinking water. The campsites are pretty spreadout from each other. Woods Canyon Lake is just a short drive away to enjoy hiking and you are within walking distance to the Rim.
- SSarah I.Guide
Mogollon Campground
Nice Area
The four stars are mainly for convenience and location. The campground is fairly small and sites are pretty close together. It is pretty nicely maintained though and the host was nice. The road is nearby so it’s not a quite campground. However, it’s just down the street from woods canyon lake and some other really nice places to visit.
Mike C.GuideMogollon Campground
Close, but worlds away...
Camped here with my son for scouts. Nice campground. You can see so many stars at night, it’s wonderful. We took a 3.3 mile hike to woods canyon lake. There is a marina and boat rentals are available. Camped in a small tent, hung the hammock, and enjoyed nature. The only downside was the constant noise from people in their side by sides running up and down Rim road all day, and into the night. Other than that, the usual “outhouse” type facilities. Running water to fill up containers for camp.
- Zachary C.Ranger
Mogollon Campground
Great spot for hiking
I would recommend going here during the week if possible. On the weekend it is packed and right on a dirt road which is like a freeway on the weekend and creates a lot of dust and noise. However it is right on the rim and has a beautiful view.
- Zachary C.Ranger
Colcord Ridge Campground
Nice camping spot in the pines.
This is a nice fairly quiet campground in the pines three miles off of highway 260. There’s a picnic table and fire ring at the sites as well as a couple vault toilets at the campground. There’s a beautiful view looking out to the NW however there are some fairly large power lines to the west. We would stay here again, nice convenient place.
- Jacob T.Traveler
Mogollon Campground
Great Campsite
Awesome high elevation! Very cool for AZ summers! For the distance it is away from Phoenix you can beat it ! 2hrs drive time!
Guide to Cibecue
Horse camping in Arizona offers a unique opportunity to explore the stunning landscapes while enjoying the company of your equine companions. With a variety of campgrounds catering to horse enthusiasts, you can find the perfect spot to set up camp and ride the trails.
Tips for equestrian camping near Cibecue, Arizona
- The Frazier Horse Campground — Tonto National Forest provides a reservable space specifically designed for horse camping, ensuring a comfortable stay for both you and your horse.
- At Round Valley Remuda, you can enjoy electric and water hookups, along with a dump station, making it convenient for those traveling with horses.
- Larson Ridge Camping Area features spacious sites with beautiful views, perfect for relaxing after a day of riding.
Equestrian campgrounds include essential amenities
- The Timber Camp Recreation Area and Group Campgrounds is big rig friendly and offers picnic tables and fire rings, making it a great choice for groups with horses.
- Colcord Ridge Campground allows pets and features spacious areas for setting up camp, ideal for families with horses.
- Mogollon Campground is well-reviewed for its clean facilities and proximity to hiking trails, providing a great base for equestrian adventures.
Most campgrounds have horse-focused features
- Little Green Valley - NF405A Dispersed offers a peaceful environment with ample space for horses, making it a favorite among equestrian campers.
- At Windy Hill Campground, you can enjoy a beautiful location with picnic tables and fire pits, perfect for unwinding after a day on horseback.
- Lancelot desert camping features level sites and is welcoming to all types of camping rigs, ensuring a comfortable stay for horse campers.
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Cibecue, AZ is Mogollon Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 11 reviews.
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