Turney Gulch Group

Prescott National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: PRESCOTT, AZ, AZ

Price: From $20 per night

Rating: 5 out of 5 (1 reviews)

Season: May through October

Turney Gulch is a remote, scenic location for groups of up to 100 people to rest under the stars and towering pines of Prescott National Forest. Site accomodates 30 vehicles or less. The site lies near Horse Thief Lake and is seven miles southeast of the small town of Crown King, Arizona, a former ghost town.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Electric Hookups, Camp Host, Fishing

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

Remote, scenic group campground in Prescott National Forest near Horse Thief Lake with activities including fishing, hiking, hunting, and wildlife viewing. Highly rated by campers (4.8/5 stars) for being a beautiful and quiet place to camp.

Wildlife alert: Northern Black-tailed Rattlesnake and Sonoran Gopher Snake present in area. Also common: raccoons, cactus wrens, and various bird species.

Insider tips for Turney Gulch Group: Book early — this is a popular federal campground 4x4 and off-road vehicles recommended for access via Forest Road 259/259A Group capacity up to 100 people with 30 vehicles or less

Skip Turney Gulch Group if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available at most sites. You're visiting outside May-October — campground is seasonal. You have low-clearance vehicles — dirt road access required.

Best time to visit Turney Gulch Group: May-October — Official operating season for this seasonal campground.

Nearby campgrounds: Horsethief Cabin (PRESCOTT, AZ), Upper Wolf Creek Group (PRESCOTT, AZ), Sycamore Cabin (CAMP VERDE, AZ), Groom Creek Horse Camp (Prescott, AZ).

Cell Phone Coverage at Turney Gulch Group

Cell signal at Turney Gulch Group (PRESCOTT, 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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PRESCOTT, AZ, AZ★ 5 (1 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Turney Gulch is a remote, scenic location for groups of up to 100 people to rest under the stars and towering pines of Prescott National Forest. Site accomodates 30 vehicles or less. The site lies near Horse Thief Lake and is seven miles southeast of the small town of Crown King, Arizona, a former ghost town.

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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
Max RV35 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

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Essentials
Fire RingsElectric Hookups
Recreation
Picnic TablesCamp Host
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsFishing

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:✕ You need RV hookups — no hookups available at most sites✕ You're visiting outside May-October — campground is seasonal✕ You have low-clearance vehicles — dirt road access required

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground

4x4 and off-road vehicles recommended for access via Forest Road 259/259A

Group capacity up to 100 people with 30 vehicles or less

Best: May-October

Official operating season for this seasonal campground

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

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

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

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Alert: Northern Black-tailed Rattlesnake and Sonoran Gopher Snake present in area. Also common: raccoons, cactus wrens, and various bird species.

Location

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Getting there →

From Phoenix, Arizona: When traveling Northbound on I-17 take the Bumble Bee Exit 248 and continue North on the dirt road, taking Forest Road (FR) 259 to Crown King. From Crown King, take (FR) 259A south for 0.5 mile to the junction of 52. Take FR 52 southeast for about 6 miles to the Horse Thief Basin Recreation Area. Turney Gulch is approximately one mile past Horse Thief Lake. Alternate route from Flagstaff, Arizona : Traveling Southbound on I-17 take Exit 263, turn right and proceed towards

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Prescott National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Prescott National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Turney Gulch Group cost per night?+
Turney Gulch Group costs $20 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Turney Gulch Group open?+
Turney Gulch Group is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Turney Gulch Group have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Turney Gulch Group?+
Turney Gulch Group can accommodate RVs up to 35 feet.
How do I make reservations at Turney Gulch Group?+
Turney Gulch Group 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 Turney Gulch Group?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Turney Gulch Group is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Turney Gulch Group open, and what are check-in times?+
Turney Gulch Group is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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$20 /night★ 5 (1)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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