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Clear Creek Campground (Az)
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3,200 ftPrice
$27/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
18 campsites
Season
Year-round
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
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3,200 ftPrice
$27/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
18 campsites
Season
Year-round
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
RV Friendly
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Campsite Fees
STANDARD NONELECTRIC : $27.00; Tent only nonelectric: $27.00. Plus Recreation.gov reservation transaction fee ($8 online / $9 phone / $3 in person).
Group Site Fee$182.00
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Nearby places
Camp Verde (7 miles, approximately 15-minute drive), Cottonwood (approximately 20 miles, 30-minute drive), Sedona (approximately 45 miles, 1-hour drive)
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From the U.S. Forest Service
Reference information about Clear Creek Campground (Az) sourced from official USFS records and forestcamping.com. View official recreation.gov page →
Overview
<p>West Clear Creek flows along the boundary of this desert canyon country camp and is a popular place for hiking, swimming, wading and fishing. Cool water species such as smallmouth bass and green sunfish populate the stream near the campground. The oasis bordering the creek and extending into the campground is an excellent place for wildlife watching. It provides a productive home to a number of species of colorful songbirds and raptors. Beyond those lush environs, the Sonoran desert bristles with cactus and adds variety to any hike.</p><p>Clear Creek Campground is grassy and flat with shade provided by tall cottonwoods. It has a relaxed and open atmosphere that keeps people coming back year after year. Just a short gravel road separates the campground from nearby paved SR 260.</p><p> </p><style media="print" type="text/css">.noprint { display: none; }</style><div class="noprint"><p style="clear: both; font-size: 80%;">Hover mouse over photo to display slideshow controls. <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/coconinonationalforest/albums/72157688949784604" target="_blank">View album on Flicker</a></p><a data-flickr-embed="true" data-footer="true" href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/coconinonationalforest/albums/72157688949784604" title="Camping: Clear Creek Campground"><img alt="Camping: Clear Creek Campground" src="https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4531/26447114489_79ed84fd33_z.jpg" style="width: 98%; height: auto;" /></a><script async src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div><p style="clear: both;"> </p>
From Recreation.gov
Official information for Clear Creek Campground (Az) from the federal Recreation.gov facility record.
Overview
This cozy group campground is tucked in the Lower Sonoran Desert along the banks of the fresh, chilly Clear Creek. Campers can wade in the creek, fish, or curl up with a book under the umbrella of cottonwood trees. Another popular pastime here is birdwatching, where you might just spot a hawk or bald eagle in flight.Clear Creek Campground is seven miles southeast of the small ranching town of Camp Verde. It's part of the Coconino National Forest, one of the most diverse forests in the country. Landscapes range from alpine tundra to desert valleys and red canyons.
Recreation
The campground is part of an oasis that attracts a variety of wildlife. Colorful songbirds and raptors are common birdwatching finds, and cool water species such as smallmouth bass and green sunfish make for enjoyable fishing. Wildlife watching includes black bears, elk, turkey, deer, and bison.Facilities
Clear Creek Campground is grassy and flat, with some shade from surrounding cottonwoods. The group campsite holds 80 people with a maximum of 20 vehicles. The campsite is a popular destination, with its relaxed, open atmosphere, so be sure to book early for holiday weekends. This facility also has 18 standard family sites available, 5 of which are first-come, first-served/13 are reservable on Recreation.gov.
Natural Features
Clear Creek sits in the Verde Valley at 3,200 feet elevation. It's part of the Sonoran desert near the base of Cactus Mountain, and the climate is arid with hot summer days and mild winters.Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (928) 203-0624.Nearby Attractions
A must-do day trip is the Montezuma Castle National Monument, where you can marvel at a well-preserved Native American cliff dwelling that dates back 1,000 years. Near the dwelling is the Montezuma Well, which is a naturally-formed well that collects over a million gallons of fresh water a day.Hot-air ballooning and horseback riding are also fun outings near the campsite.
Directions
From Interstate 17, take Exit 287 for AZ-260 toward Cottonwood/Payson/89-A. Turn right onto AZ-260 and follow for approximately 8 miles to the campsite.
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- 928-204-0028
- clearcreek@gmail.com
