Cave Creek Group Site

Tonto National Forest — fishing, hiking

Location: Scottsdale, AZ, AZ

Price: From $75 per night

Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (15 reviews)

Season: May through October

Cave Creek Group Site is located 20 miles north of Cave Creek and Carefree, Arizona. It is a historic campground constructed in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). This site is a short drive from the blistering heat of Phoenix offering cooler temps, a clear running creek, and plentiful shade to relax and enjoy nature.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/cave-creek-group-site to be notified when sites open up.

Historic 1930s CCC campground located 20 miles north of Cave Creek offering cooler temperatures, a clear running creek, and plentiful shade near Phoenix. Features food prep areas, grills, and covered picnic tables.

Wildlife alert: Venomous species present: Northern Black-tailed Rattlesnake and Gila Monster. Also present: Bobcat, Gray Fox, Hooded Skunk, Mexican Spotted Owl.

Insider tips for Cave Creek Group Site: Book early - this is a federal campground with high demand Historic 1930s Civilian Conservation Corps construction offers unique character Located on clear running creek with fishing opportunities

Skip Cave Creek Group Site if: Need hookups - no hookups available at this site. Traveling outside May-October - seasonal operations only. Prefer smaller group sizes - this is a group site only.

Best time to visit Cave Creek Group Site: May-October — Official operating season per verified data.

Nearby campgrounds: C C C (Az) Tonto Nf (Scottsdale, AZ), Mesquite (Az) (Scottsdale, AZ), Horseshoe (Az) (Scottsdale, AZ), Riverside Campground (Az) (Scottsdale, AZ).

Cell Phone Coverage at Cave Creek Group Site

Cell signal at Cave Creek Group Site (Scottsdale, AZ): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

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.

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Scottsdale, AZ, AZ★ 4.7 (15 reviews)From $75/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Cave Creek Group Site is located 20 miles north of Cave Creek and Carefree, Arizona. It is a historic campground constructed in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). This site is a short drive from the blistering heat of Phoenix offering cooler temps, a clear running creek, and plentiful shade to relax and enjoy nature.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ Need hookups - no hookups available at this site✕ Traveling outside May-October - seasonal operations only✕ Prefer smaller group sizes - this is a group site only

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early - this is a federal campground with high demand

Historic 1930s Civilian Conservation Corps construction offers unique character

Located on clear running creek with fishing opportunities

Best: May-October

Official operating season per verified data

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Venomous species present: Northern Black-tailed Rattlesnake and Gila Monster. Also present: Bobcat, Gray Fox, Hooded Skunk, Mexican Spotted Owl.

Location

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Drive 19 miles north from Carefree, Arizona. From Carefree, take Cave Creek Road (Forest Road 24) to Seven Springs Day use area. Continue for less than 1/2 mile to the turn off to the group site. The last 9 miles of Forest Road 24 is an all-weather gravel road that is narrow with blind curves.

Campground entrance

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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

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How much does Cave Creek Group Site cost per night?+
Cave Creek Group Site costs $75 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Cave Creek Group Site open?+
Cave Creek Group Site is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Cave Creek Group Site have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Cave Creek Group Site?+
Cave Creek Group Site is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Cave Creek Group Site?+
Cave Creek Group Site 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 Cave Creek Group Site?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Cave Creek Group Site is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Cave Creek Group Site open, and what are check-in times?+
Cave Creek Group Site is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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$75 /night★ 4.7 (15)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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