Tonto National Forest — hikingLive availability via Recreation.gov· synced every 30 min
Scottsdale, AZ, AZ★ 4 (0 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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.
Best for:HikersFamiliesSites:Tent
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Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseCheck-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
Max/site6 people
Amenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedEssentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Drinking Water
Straight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need hookups—no hookups available at campground✕ You prefer a tent-only site and need flexibility—only 1 total site available✕ You cannot physically arrive at campground before claiming a site on first-come basis
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryFirst-come, first-served basis only
no reservations available
Book early during peak season as this is a popular federal campground
Last 9 miles of FR 24 is narrow all-weather gravel road
plan accordingly
Cave Creek Trailhead nearby for riparian ecosystem exploration and bird watching
Best: May-October
Campground operates seasonally during these months only
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetT-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%
FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmAlert: Mexican Spotted Owl, Northern Flicker, White-nosed Coati, Gray Fox, Hooded Skunk, Bobcat, Mule Deer, Gila Monster, Sonoran Lyre Snake, and Northern Black-tailed Rattlesnake present in area
Location
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
Campground entrance
Google Maps APICommunity
#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Tonto National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Tonto National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
Frequently asked questions
RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakableHow much does C C C (Az) Tonto Nf cost per night?+
C C C (Az) Tonto Nf costs $20 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is C C C (Az) Tonto Nf open?+
C C C (Az) Tonto Nf is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does C C C (Az) Tonto Nf have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at C C C (Az) Tonto Nf?+
C C C (Az) Tonto Nf is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at C C C (Az) Tonto Nf?+
C C C (Az) Tonto Nf is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at C C C (Az) Tonto Nf?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at C C C (Az) Tonto Nf is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is C C C (Az) Tonto Nf open, and what are check-in times?+
C C C (Az) Tonto Nf is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas
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$20 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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