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GROOM CREEK SCHOOLHOUSE Picnic area
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Groom Creek Schoolhouse

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This is a day-use only facility with no overnight camping allowed. Open seasonally April 1 through October 31. Hours vary by season (approximately 5:00 AM to 8:00 PM). Day-use fee is $5 per vehicle, free on Wednesdays. Group reservations are $150 per day.

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Flood Watch issued October 29 at 11:16AM MST until November 2 at 5:00AM MST by NWS Flagstaff AZ

11:16 AM — October 30th, 5:15 AM

* 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

11:16 AM — October 30th, 5:15 AM

* 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.

Prescott National Forest

"Clear Creek" Day Use Area Temporary Site Closure

The Clear Creek Day Use recreation site Verde River Access point will be closed to general public Monday, October 26, 2026 at 2:00 PM through Thursday, November 5, 2026, at 06:00 PM, unless rescinded.  The purpose Order 03-09-05-26-11 is to provide for public health and safety to prevent public…

About

Groom Creek Schoolhouse is a historic day-use facility in Arizona's Prescott National Forest, not an overnight campground. Built in 1902, this charming schoolhouse served local children until 1952 and is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The facility includes a two-room schoolhouse with tables and chairs, plus an outdoor picnic area with 10 tables, vault toilet, and parking for 12 vehicles or two buses. The site operates seasonally from April 1 through October 31 and is available for group reservations up to 50-60 people, making it popular for weddings, reunions, luncheons, and meetings. Day-use fees are $5 per vehicle (free on Wednesdays), with group rentals at $150 per day. No drinking water is available; visitors must bring their own. The adjacent Prescott Sunrise Lions' Club Nature Trail is fully accessible with a paved surface, wheelchair access, and tactile displays for visually impaired visitors. For those wishing to camp overnight, Upper Wolf Creek Campground is located nearby.

Directions

From Phoenix, take I-17 north for 61.8 miles. Take exit 262 toward Cordes Junction/Prescott. Merge onto State Route 69 west and follow for 33.8 miles. At the split, take the ramp for Route 89 south. Turn slight left onto East Gurley Street/89 and follow for about 0.8 miles. Turn left at Mt. Vernon Street and continue for 6.1 miles. The turnoff for the schoolhouse and parking is on the left.

Nearby Campgrounds

Groom Creek Horse Camp 0.5mi Upper Wolf Creek Group 1.5mi Lower Wolf Creek Campground 1.8mi White Spar Campground 3.4mi Eagle Ridge Group Campground 3.9mi Indian Creek Campground 3.7mi Hilltop Campground 3.9mi Lynx Campground 4.1mi Palace Station Cabin 6.7mi

Amenities

Water No
Fires Allowed No
Toilets Yes
Dump Station No
Wifi —
Pets Allowed —
Showers No
Electric Hookups —
Water Hookups —
Sewer Hookups —
Camp Store No
Price $150

Vehicle

Max RV Length —
Max Trailer Length —
Big Rig Friendly —
Pull Through Sites No

Contact

Phone +1 (877) 444-6777

Cell Service

AT&T Yes
Verizon Yes
T-Mobile None

Useful Links

Arizona State Road Conditions
Arizona State Tourism
View on Recreation.gov
USFS - Groom Creek Schoolhouse Group Picnic Site

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Photos

GROOM CREEK SCHOOLHOUSE Picnic area
Interior of GROOM CREEK SCHOOLHOUSE
Accessible vault toilet
Groom Creek Schoolhouse
Lion's Handicap Interpretation Trail
Groom Creek Schoolhouse

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