Picnic/Camp Sites nestled in forest adjacent to group area.

Kellner Group Campground

Closed

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.

Wind Advisory issued October 8 at 11:18PM MST until October 11 at 5:00PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ

October 8th, 11:18 PM — 2:00 PM

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. * WHERE...A portion of south central Arizona. * WHEN...From 8 AM to 5 PM MST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Difficult driving conditions, especially for larger vehicles traveling along roads with crosswinds. Light, unsecured objects may become airborne.

Tonto National Forest

Lower Sycamore Temporary Target Shooting Prohibition Order For Public Health and Safety

A temporary target shooting closure order for Lower Sycamore on Saturday, Oct. 17, to protect the safety of participants in a volunteer cleanup event within the area.

Tonto National Forest

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

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

Availability

Photos

Picnic/Camp Sites nestled in forest adjacent to group area.
Group picnic area a top the unique CCC staircase.
Picnic/Camp Sites nestled in forest adjacent to group area.
Kellner Group Site
Creek is running from a more than average October rain.
Kellner Group Site

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