Benny Creek Group Area
Closed due to damage from the 2025 Greer Fire. A Forest Service closure order is in effect through September 30, 2027, unless rescinded earlier. The campground will remain closed until fire repairs are completed.
Flood Watch issued October 29 at 11:16AM MST until November 2 at 5:00AM MST by NWS Flagstaff AZ
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall over saturated soils and waterways that flooded as recently as last week. * WHERE...Coconino County, Navajo County, and Apache County. This includes Navajo Nation. * WHEN...From Saturday evening through late Sunday night. * IMPACTS...Flash flooding will be possible in creeks, normally dry washes, swimming holes, and over recently burned areas. Low-water crossings may be flooded. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Another round of rain and thunderstorms is expected Saturday night through the early morning hours of Monday. An additional 1 to 3 inches of rain will be possible over higher elevations, with up to an inch at lower elevations. This rain will fall on top of already saturated soils, increasing the threat of flooding. - Additional information is available at weather.gov/flagstaff.
From Recreation.gov
Benny Creek Campground will be closed until repairs from the fire can be completed. Please check back as we will update as more information is available.
No Fire Restrictions
There are currently no fire restrictions within the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests.
About
Benny Creek Group Area provides a secluded setting for group camping in the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests at 8,250 feet elevation. The campground occupies a bench above Benny Creek beneath tall ponderosa pines, offering a cooler mountain retreat during Arizona summers. Abert squirrels and chipmunks are common residents, while mule deer and elk inhabit the surrounding forest. Three group camping areas serve parties of 24-32 guests, with each site featuring fire rings, cooking grills, and picnic tables. The campground accommodates tents, trailers, and small motorhomes up to 24 feet. Vault toilets and garbage service are provided, but there is no potable water on site. The nearest dump station is across the highway at Hoyer Campground. Excellent trout fishing draws anglers to nearby Benny Creek and the Greer Lakes area, including Bunch Reservoir within walking distance. Hikers can explore the Squirrel Springs trail, and the White Mountain Scenic Byway offers scenic drives through the region. The village of Greer provides gas, groceries, and equipment rentals.
Directions
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. Alternatively, from Greer, go 2.5 miles north on State Highway 373.
Location
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $60 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 35ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 35ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| SM.FS.ASNF_PAO@usda.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (928) 333-6200 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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