Is Group Campgrounds first-come first-served or reservation?

Group Campgrounds accepts online reservations. We recommend booking in advance, especially during peak season (typically summer weekends). Use campsite alerts to get notified when spots become available.

Can I see photos of campsites at Group Campgrounds before I book?

Yes! Group Campgrounds has 14 campsite photos on Outdoorithm, contributed by campers who've stayed there. Browse real photos of individual sites to see what to expect before you reserve. You can also add your own photos after your trip to help the next family plan theirs.

Are there showers at Group Campgrounds?

Group Campgrounds does not have shower facilities. Plan accordingly—nearby alternatives may include day-use areas or towns.

Are dogs allowed at Group Campgrounds?

Pets are not allowed at Group Campgrounds. This policy helps protect local wildlife and other campers. Consider nearby pet-friendly campgrounds if traveling with animals.

Group Campgrounds

4.26

220 reviews

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3,350 ft

Price

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Reservable

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Season

Year-round

Cell

No Service

Pets

No Pets

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Real-Time Availability

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Quick Facts

3,350 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Reservable

Sites

Varies

Season

Year-round

Cell

No Service

Pets

No Pets

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34.7576, -112.0192

Weather at Group Campgrounds

Best Time to Camp at Group Campgrounds

Fall brings the sweet spot: October and November deliver 60s to 80s during the day, cool nights in the 40s and 50s, and cottonwoods turning gold along the river. Monsoon risk drops off, trails dry out, and birding picks up. The park stays busy even outside peak season. July heat is manageable with AC in cabins. Winter nights get cold but warm up during the day. Bring layers for evenings around the fire ring no matter when you visit.

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Summer (Jun-Aug)

Peak season with warm days. Most facilities open. Reserve ahead.

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About Group Campgrounds

Group Campgrounds at Dead Horse Ranch State Park sits along the Verde River in Cottonwood, about 20 minutes from Sedona. The park's 100-plus sites fill quickly year-round, often requiring reservations three months ahead. Campers praise the cleanliness and quiet, though dump station waits and closely spaced sites are occasional trade-offs.

Weather and SeasonsFall brings the sweet spot: October and November deliver 60s to 80s during the day, cool nights in the 40s and 50s, and cottonwoods turning gold along the river. Monsoon risk drops off, trails dry out, and birding picks up. The park stays busy even outside peak season. July heat is manageable with AC in cabins. Winter nights get cold but warm up during the day. Bring layers for evenings around the fire ring no matter when you visit.

Natural Features and SceneryThe park spreads across riparian bottomland at 3,350 feet, where cottonwoods and willows line the Verde River and several lagoons. Natural vegetation buffers most sites from neighbors. The Cooper Hawk loop offers the best views, with sites 85-90 looking out over the river corridor toward surrounding mountains. Trails wind through the lagoon areas and up into drier foothill terrain. The setting feels lush and protected, away from highway noise.

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Best CampsitesCooper Hawk loop sites 85 through 90 get the most recommendations for size, views, and natural screening. Site 104 also stands out for space and scenery. Pull-through site 31 works well for larger rigs needing easy access. All come with picnic tables, fire pits with grates, and paved parking.

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Policies & Safety

No Potable WaterThis campground does not have potable water on-site. Bring all the water you need for drinking, cooking, and cleaning.

No Cell ServiceCell phone service is not available at this campground. Plan accordingly for emergencies and download offline maps before arriving.

No Flush ToiletsFlush toilets are not available at this campground. Expect vault or pit toilets only.

No Electric HookupsElectric hookups are not available at this campground. RV campers should arrive with a full battery and plan for off-grid power (generator hours/quiet rules permitting).

No Water HookupsSite-level water hookups are not available. RV campers should fill freshwater tanks before arrival; check the No Potable Water note above if applicable for drinking water.

No Dump StationThere is no dump station at this campground. Plan to use a dump station along your route or at a nearby facility before or after your stay.

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4.3

220 reviews

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Group Campgrounds is satisfactory, placing it in the bottom 60% of campgrounds based on reviews

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What Campers Love

Extremely clean facilities and sites; quiet even when full; friendly helpful staff and camp hosts; great base for exploring; well-maintained with spacious sites, picnic tables, grills, fire rings;...

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Fall campers who book three months out will hit the sweet spot: October cottonwoods turning gold, 60s-80s days, and sites 85-90 overlooking the river corridor toward the mountains.

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Pets can't come, and the dump station situation is real: expect waits, and one station has no water hookup, so plan your departure timing accordingly.

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