Kellner Group Campground
Open year-round. Reservations required via Recreation.gov at $75/night. Stage 1 Fire Restrictions may be in effect; current fire danger is very high. Gate must be closed and locked after check-in.
Flood Watch issued October 29 at 1:05AM MST until October 30 at 10:00PM 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, Dripping Springs, Globe/Miami, Mazatzal Mountains, Pinal/Superstition Mountains, San Carlos, Southeast Gila County, Superior and Tonto Basin. * WHEN...From Friday afternoon through Friday evening. * 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
Kellner Group Site is a historic group campground nestled at the base of the Pinal Mountains in Tonto National Forest, south of Globe, Arizona. The site's distinctive rock walls and steps were handcrafted by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1940s, giving it unique character. Located in the riparian area of Kellner Canyon at 4,400 feet elevation, the campground sits among large sycamore and white oak trees that provide welcome shade. A small stream often runs through the canyon following winter runoff. The Pinal Mountains are considered a "Sky Island" ecosystem, making this an excellent location for birding and wildlife viewing. Visitors may spot chipmunks, squirrels, coatimundi, and Coues whitetail deer. A short 7-mile drive leads to Icehouse Canyon Day Use Area with trailheads for Six Shooter Canyon Trail, Ice House Canyon Trail, Kellner Canyon Trail, and the Telephone Trail. The campground accommodates up to 25 people with five picnic units featuring tables and grills, plus one group fire ring. A vault toilet is provided but there is no potable water. The site is accessed via a gated 3/4-mile road, giving it privacy. Parking is limited and trailers are not recommended as there is no room to turn around. The nearby town of Globe offers restaurants, grocery stores, and other services.
Directions
Located 5 miles southwest of Globe. Follow Jess Hayes Road southeast of Globe to the junction of Icehouse Canyon Road and Six Shooter Canyon Road. Continue on Ice House Canyon for 3 miles to the junction of Forest Road (FR) 55 and 112. Take the right fork and continue following FR 55 for another 3 miles to the site. Road is in poor condition; passenger vehicles not recommended.
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 | $75 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (928) 402-6200 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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