Little Elden Springs Horsecamp
Open for the 2026 season. The campground operates early May through mid-October. Reservations available via Recreation.gov. Year-round campfire restrictions are in effect for the Flagstaff area; fires permitted only in designated fire pits.
Flood Watch issued July 20 at 7:50PM MST until July 21 at 10:00PM MST by NWS Flagstaff AZ
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of east central, north central, northeast, and west central Arizona, including the following areas, in east central Arizona, Northern Gila County. In north central Arizona, Black Mesa Area, Coconino Plateau, Eastern Mogollon Rim, Grand Canyon Country, Kaibab Plateau, Little Colorado River Valley in Coconino County, Marble and Glen Canyons, Northeast Plateaus and Mesas Hwy 264 Northward, Northeast Plateaus and Mesas South of Hwy 264 and Western Mogollon Rim. In northeast Arizona, Little Colorado River Valley in Apache County, Little Colorado River Valley in Navajo County and White Mountains. In west central Arizona, Yavapai County Mountains. * WHEN...From Tuesday morning through Tuesday evening. * IMPACTS...Flash flooding will be possible in creeks, normally dry washes, swimming holes, and over recently burned areas. Raging killer currents will be possible in side canyons and narrow slot canyons. Low-water crossings may be flooded. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Deep monsoon moisture in place across northern Arizona will lead to storms capable of producing rainfall in excess of 2 inches per hour, resulting in an enhanced risk of flash flooding. - Additional information is available at weather.gov/flagstaff.
Oak Creek temporary area closure
A portion of Oak Creek is closed to the public due to flooding.
Temporary Newman Park and Willard Springs road closures
Portions of both Willard Springs and Newman Park roads will temporary close for cattleguard replacement.
About
Little Elden Springs Horse Camp sits at the base of Mount Elden in a ponderosa pine and Gambel oak forest, offering equestrian campers direct trail access and stunning views of the 12,000-foot San Francisco Peaks. The campground was purpose-built for horse camping, with 15 pull-through sites that accommodate truck and trailer combinations up to 40 feet. Each site includes two hitching posts, a picnic table, and a fire pit. Water pumps and horse troughs are distributed throughout the loop. The Mount Elden/Dry Lake Hills Trail System is accessible directly from camp, providing over 30 miles of trails suitable for horseback riding, hiking, and mountain biking at various skill levels. The nearby Weatherford Trail at Schultz Tank provides access to the Kachina Peaks Wilderness. Fall foliage in the surrounding aspens makes this an excellent autumn destination. This is an equestrian-only facility. Campers must have horses or mules to reserve a site. Gray water and sewage must be transported to an off-site dump station, and visitors are required to clean up hay, feed, and manure before departure. Manure may be disposed of in the on-site trash receptacles.
Directions
From I-40 near Flagstaff, take exit 201 and turn left toward the Page exit (Highway 89). Proceed north on Highway 89 for 6 miles to Forest Road 556 (Elden Springs Road). Turn left and continue 1.5 miles to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $34 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 40ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (928) 774-9671 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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