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 A Forest Service closure order is in effect through September 30, 2027, unless rescinded earlier.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.
Red Flag Warning issued June 30 at 12:19PM MST until June 30 at 7:00PM MST by NWS Flagstaff AZ
* WHAT...Critical fire weather conditions expected. Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph and relative humidity 7 to 18 percent. * WHERE...East and southeast of Flagstaff, stretching along the Mogollon Rim and White Mountains, as well as northward into the Little Colorado River Valley. This includes portions of the Apache-Sitgreaves and Coconino National Forests. * WHEN...Until 7 PM MST /8 PM MDT/ this evening. * IMPACTS...Rapid spread and growth of any new or existing fires. Fires will have the potential to exhibit extreme fire behavior. Elevated potential for new fire starts.
Red Flag Warning issued June 29 at 6:45PM MST until June 29 at 7:00PM MST by NWS Flagstaff AZ
...RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM MST /11 AM MDT/ TO 7 PM MST /8 PM MDT/ TUESDAY... * WHAT...Critical Fire Weather conditions will subside this evening as winds speeds decrease. The Red Flag Warning for Monday will expire at 7 PM MST. These conditions redevelop by late Tuesday morning, with Critical Fire Weather conditions developing for much of Tuesday in the same area, Expect southwest winds 15 to 25 mph, with gusts up to 40 mph, along with minimum relative humidity values from 6 to 20 percent. * WHERE...East and southeast of Flagstaff, stretching along the Mogollon Rim and White Mountains, as well as northward into the Little Colorado River Valley. This includes portions of the Apache-Sitgreaves and Coconino National Forests. * WHEN...From 10 AM MST /11 AM MDT/ to 7 PM MST /8 PM MDT/ Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Rapid spread and growth of any new or existing fires. Fires will have the potential to exhibit extreme fire behavior. Elevated potential for new fire starts.
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.
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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