Windy Hill Campground
Open for camping. The Coati loop is currently closed due to ongoing water issues. Chipmunk, Coyote, and Javelina loops remain open. First-come, first-served April 1 through October 31. Reservations available November 1 through March 15 via Recreation.gov.
Flood Watch issued August 31 at 12:13AM MST until August 31 at 12:00PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
The environment will remain conducive for periods of showers and thunderstorms through much of Monday, some of which will be capable of producing moderate to heavy rainfall. Training of storms could lead to an additional 1 to 2 inches of rainfall causing rapid run-off and flooding of low-water crossings and low-lying areas. * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...A portion of south central Arizona, including the following areas, Apache Junction/Gold Canyon, Cave Creek/New River, Central Phoenix, Deer Valley, Dripping Springs, East Valley, Fountain Hills/East Mesa, Globe/Miami, Mazatzal Mountains, New River Mesa, North Phoenix/Glendale, Northwest Pinal County, Pinal/Superstition Mountains, Rio Verde/Salt River, San Carlos, Scottsdale/Paradise Valley, South Mountain/Ahwatukee, Southeast Gila County, Southeast Valley/Queen Creek, Superior and Tonto Basin. * WHEN...Until noon MST today. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Another round of showers and thunderstorms will be possible tonight through Monday morning. Heavy rainfall may lead to localized flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
From Recreation.gov
We are continuing to keep the Coati loop closed at this time due to on going water issues. We do have Chipmunk, Coyote and Javelina loops open during this time.
Canyon Lake Drawdown Public Safety Closure
Due to the Canyon Lake drawdown all recreational sites around Canyon Lake including the marina and the lakebed will be closed. Apache Trail (SR 88) will remain open.
About
Windy Hill Campground is located on the shore of Roosevelt Lake in Arizona's Tonto National Forest, approximately 6 miles southeast of historic Roosevelt Dam. The campground provides excellent water recreation access with a fully accessible boat ramp and fishing dock. Anglers can expect largemouth and smallmouth bass, crappie, sunfish, and channel and flathead catfish. Boating, kayaking, and swimming are popular activities. The campground features 147 developed sites spread across four loops: Chipmunk, Coyote, Coati, and Javelina. Each site includes a shade ramada, fire ring with grill, and picnic table. Potable water hydrants, vault toilets, and showers are located throughout the loops. Additional amenities include playgrounds and an amphitheater. The nearest dump station is 8 miles north at Cholla Campground. Summer temperatures regularly exceed 100°F. The campground operates first-come, first-served from April through October, with reservations available November through mid-March via Recreation.gov. Maximum stay is 14 days within any 30-day period. Trailers are limited to 32 feet (20 feet in Coati loop).
Directions
From Mesa: Take State Route 87/Beeline Highway north approximately 60 miles to its junction with SR 188. Turn right onto SR 188 for 33 miles to the junction of SR 88. Continue south on SR 188 for 4 miles to Forest Road 82 (Windy Hill Recreation Site entrance). Turn left and continue 2 miles to the site. Entire route is paved. From Globe: Take SR 188 north 25 miles to FR 82, turn right and continue 2 miles to the site.
Location
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $25 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 45ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 45ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (602) 225-5395 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov | |
| USFS Windy Hill Campground |
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