Colcord Ridge Campground
Open year-round, first-come-first-served. No fees, no reservations. No potable water available; campers must bring their own water and pack out all trash. 14-day stay limit.
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 is possible. * WHERE...Yavapai County and northern Gila County. This includes Oak Creek and Sycamore Canyons. * 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... - A second 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, on top of already saturated ground, increasing the threat of flooding. - Additional information is available at weather.gov/flagstaff.
Flood Watch issued October 29 at 11:16AM MST until October 30 at 10:00PM MST by NWS Flagstaff AZ
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...Yavapai County and northern Gila County. This includes Oak Creek and Sycamore Canyons. * 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... - A second 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, on top of already saturated ground, increasing the threat of flooding. - Additional information is available at weather.gov/flagstaff.
State Route 260 Lion Springs Construction Site Public Health and Safety Closure Order
Closure order due to construction activities associated with the SR260 Lion Springs Project conducted byArizona Department of Transportation on the Tonto National Forest.
About
Colcord Ridge Campground is a free, primitive campground situated at 7,600 feet elevation within a mixed conifer forest of Ponderosa pine, white fir, and Douglas fir. Located on the Mogollon Rim in Tonto National Forest, it offers a cool escape during Arizona's hot summer months. The campground operates year-round on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations. Facilities are basic: vault toilets serviced weekly and picnic tables are provided, but campers must bring their own water as none is available on site. This is a pack-it-in, pack-it-out campground with no trash services. Trailers must be under 32 feet. The area offers excellent wildlife viewing opportunities with black bear, elk, mountain lion, javelina, and deer in the vicinity. Trout fishing is available 5 miles to the east at Canyon Creek, near the Canyon Creek Fish Hatchery via FR 33. Winter temperatures can drop into the teens, so come prepared for cold conditions during off-season visits.
Directions
From Payson: Travel 33 miles east on paved State Highway 260. Turn right on unpaved Young Road/Forest Road 512 and continue 3 miles to Forest Road 33 (unpaved). The campground is at the intersection of FR 512 and FR 33. From Young: Take unpaved State Highway 288/Forest Road 512 about 23 miles north to the site.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | 32ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (928) 474-7900 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Colcord Ridge Campground |
Photos
Community Posts
No posts yet. Be the first to share your experience!