Is Wild Cow Springs Campground first-come first-served or reservation?

Wild Cow Springs Campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Arrive early, especially on weekends and holidays, to secure a spot.

Are there showers at Wild Cow Springs Campground?

Wild Cow Springs Campground does not have shower facilities. Plan accordingly—nearby alternatives may include day-use areas or towns.

Are dogs allowed at Wild Cow Springs Campground?

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

Wild Cow Springs Campground

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Wild Cow Springs Campground sits in mid-elevation ponderosa pine forest about 3,000 feet above Kingman, offering a 20-degree temperature drop from the desert floor below. The Bureau of Land Management operates this secluded spot where tall pines, scattered boulders, and a seasonal stream create widely spaced sites popular with campers seeking quiet and wildlife. Summer brings mid-70s to mid-80s days and cool nights ideal for stargazing, hiking, and watching birds and squirrels move through camp.

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Wild Cow Springs Campground is situated in a grove of oak and large ponderosa pines within the Hualapai Mountains, at an elevation of 6,200 ft. This site becomes especially attractive during the summer months, with temperatures here averaging 20 degrees cooler than the nearby desert valleys located over 3,000 feet below. The site has an accessible campsite and vault toilet and most camping and picnic areas have fire rings, grills, trash cans, and picnic tables.

All sites are filled on a first-come, first-served basis and there is a 14-day stay limit. Fees for the campground are $8/night for individual campsites and $20/night for group campsites.

Directions

From Kingman, travel 14 miles on Hualapai Mountain Road, through Hualapai Mountain County Park into the small community of Pine Lake. Turn right at the Pine Lake Firehouse onto Flag Mine Road, an unpaved one-lane road. From there it is about five miles to the recreation site. High-clearance 4WD vehicles are highly recommended beyond this point. It is not recommended that vehicles towing trailers travel beyond this point.

Phone: (928) 718-3700
Email: BLM_AZ_KFOWEB@blm.gov
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