Horseshoe
Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No advance reservations accepted. Campers must arrive in person to claim and pay for a site. Fire danger is currently rated as Very High.
Flood Watch issued October 29 at 1:05AM MST until October 30 at 6:00PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...A portion of south central Arizona, including the following areas, Phoenix Metro, rural areas of Maricopa County, and West Pinal County. * WHEN...From Friday morning through Friday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Low-water crossings may be flooded. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Abundant moisture over the area will combine with an incoming weather system to provide for showers and thunderstorms on Friday, some of which are expected to produce moderate to heavy rainfall. Any strong thunderstorms will have the potential to produce rainfall rates as high as 1-2 inches per hour. Localized rainfall amounts of one to two inches are expected within the Watch area on Friday. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
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.
Horseshoe Dam Road (NFSR 205) Emergency Closure for Public Safety
Closure Order to implement repairs and improvements to the Horseshoe Dam Road previously damaged by severe flooding.
About
Horseshoe Campground sits along the Verde River in Tonto National Forest, providing access to both river recreation and nearby Horseshoe Reservoir. The campground features 12 developed sites with picnic tables and fire pits, with sites 11 and 12 offering direct river access. Bald eagles are frequently spotted in this area, and the surrounding mountain vistas make for excellent photography opportunities. This is a primitive campground with vault toilets but no potable water, so campers must bring their own water supply. Trash services are not provided; pack it in, pack it out. The access road (FR 205) is unpaved and unmaintained, requiring high-clearance four-wheel-drive vehicles. Trailers are limited to under 16 feet. Recreation options include swimming, fishing, and non-motorized boating on the Verde River, while Horseshoe Reservoir allows boats with motors up to 25 horsepower. OHV routes are accessible from the area. The campground operates first-come, first-served only at $16 per night with a 14-day stay limit.
Directions
From Carefree, take Cave Creek Road and turn right on Bartlett Dam Road. Continue for 6 miles to the junction of FR 205 and FR 19. At this junction, FR 205 turns left and becomes an unmaintained unpaved road. Follow FR 205 for 10 miles towards Horseshoe Reservoir. At the junction of FR 205 and FR 205A, turn right and travel an additional half mile to the site. High-clearance 4WD vehicle recommended.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $16 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | 16ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (480) 595-3300 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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