Benny Creek Group Area
Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: Greer, AZ, AZ
Price: From $60 per night
Price range: $60–$80 per night
Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (5 reviews)
Season: May through October
Benny Creek Campground offers group camping in the remote and scenic White Mountains of Arizona. A perfect outdoor retreat for small to medium group gatherings, the campground is situated in a pine forest above Benny Creek and within walking distance of Bunch Reservoir and Greer Lakes. Picnicking, fishing, hiking and boating are often enjoyed by campers.For facility specific information, please call (928) 537-8888.Three group camping areas are available for groups up to 24 or 32 guests.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): moderate signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Dump Station, Fishing
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/benny-creek-group-area to be notified when sites open up.
Benny Creek offers excellent trout fishing in a remote pine forest setting within walking distance of Bunch Reservoir and Greer Lakes, making it ideal for anglers and small-to-medium group gatherings in the scenic White Mountains.
Wildlife alert: Mexican Wolves have been observed in the area along with coyotes, mule deer, and beavers near the creek. Garter snakes are also present.
Insider tips for Benny Creek Group Area: Book early — this is a federal campground with only 2 sites and high demand Bring your own water and waste management since there are no hookups; dump station available for RV use Hikers can access the Squirrel Springs trail directly from the campground
Skip Benny Creek Group Area if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available at sites, suitable for self-contained RVs only. You're planning to camp outside May-October — seasonal operations only.
Best time to visit Benny Creek Group Area: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.
Nearby campgrounds: Hoyer (Greer, AZ), Winn (Greer, AZ), Brookchar (Pinetop, AZ), Rainbow (Az) (Pinetop, AZ).
Cell Phone Coverage at Benny Creek Group Area
Cell signal at Benny Creek Group Area (Greer, AZ): moderate overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
Benny Creek Campground offers group camping in the remote and scenic White Mountains of Arizona. A perfect outdoor retreat for small to medium group gatherings, the campground is situated in a pine forest above Benny Creek and within walking distance of Bunch Reservoir and Greer Lakes. Picnicking, fishing, hiking and boating are often enjoyed by campers.For facility specific information, please call (928) 537-8888.Three group camping areas are available for groups up to 24 or 32 guests.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with only 2 sites and high demand
Bring your own water and waste management since there are no hookups; dump station available for RV use
Hikers can access the Squirrel Springs trail directly from the campground
Campground operates seasonally during these months only
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Show Low, Arizona, take Highway 260 southeast 42 miles to Highway 373. Follow 373 south for 2.5 miles to the Benny Creek Campground entrance on the left.
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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