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.

What amenities are available at Wild Cow Springs Campground?

Wild Cow Springs Campground offers: Restrooms. See our detailed campground page for the full list of facilities and features.

What activities can I do at Wild Cow Springs Campground?

Popular activities at Wild Cow Springs Campground include Hiking, Wildlife Viewing. The surrounding area offers plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities for all skill levels.

Wild Cow Springs Campground

4.29

90 reviews

Top 2% in AZSummer

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Peace & Quiet

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Quick Facts

6,200 ft

Price

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Booking

Walk-in Only

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Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

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Quick Facts

6,200 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Walk-in Only

Sites

Varies

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Check Policy

Book on Recreation.gov

Get Directions

Elevation by Open-Meteo.com, licensed under CC BY 4.0, processed by Outdoorithm.

Wild Cow Springs Campground

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Campsite Fees

Group Site Fee$20.00

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Wild Cow Springs Campground

35.0613, -113.8692

Nearby places

Kingman — 14 miles (via Hualapai Mountain Road)

Pine Lake — small community along route (no distance specified to campground)

Driving directionsFrom 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.

Weather at Wild Cow Springs Campground

Best Time to Camp at Wild Cow Springs Campground

Best season: summer. Summer is the clear draw because Wild Cow Springs sits about 3,000 feet above the desert floor, delivering roughly a 20°F cooling effect—daytime highs typically range from the mid-70s to mid-80s with nights in the mid-40s to mid-50s—making it an ideal escape from triple-digit valley heat. Pine-shaded sites and cooler evenings let you comfortably camp, cook, and stargaze; summer is peak season for families and valley residents seeking relief, so weekends can be busier but sites still turn over on Peak months: July, August, June, September Avoid: December, January

Best

Summer(Jun-Aug)

5.0 / 5

Top 2% in AZ

Explicitly noted as the best season: ~20°F cooler than desert, mid-70s to mid-80s daytime temps.

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About Wild Cow Springs Campground

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.

Provides individual campsites and group campsites. All sites are first-come, first-served with a 14-day stay limit and posted fees.

Weather and SeasonsBest season: summer. Summer is the clear draw because Wild Cow Springs sits about 3,000 feet above the desert floor, delivering roughly a 20°F cooling effect—daytime highs typically range from the mid-70s to mid-80s with nights in the mid-40s to mid-50s—making it an ideal escape from triple-digit valley heat. Pine-shaded sites and cooler evenings let you comfortably camp, cook, and stargaze; summer is peak season for families and valley residents seeking relief, so weekends can be busier but sites still turn over on Peak months: July, August, June, September Avoid: December, January

Elevation6200 ft above sea level

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Natural Features and SceneryTall ponderosa pines shade widely spaced sites scattered among oak groves and rock formations. A stream runs through the area, attracting birds and squirrels that move constantly through the canopy. The forest floor stays relatively open under the pines, and the 6,200-foot elevation marks the transition zone where desert scrub gives way to montane woodland. Views from the campground look out across the surrounding Hualapai peaks.

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Stay Limit

14-day stay limit

Groups

Group campsites available
fee is $20/night. Sites are first-come, first-served and subject to the 14-day stay limit. Individual campsites are $8/night.

Tents

Tents are not allowed

RV vehicles

RV vehicles are not allowed

Primitive

Primitive camping is not allowed

Reservable

Reservations are not allowed

AccessibilityAccessible vault toilet

Recommended SitesUse a high-clearance 4WD for the last five miles on Flag Mine Road; do not tow trailers beyond the Pine Lake Firehouse turn.

Amenities available

Located in a grove of oak and ponderosa pine at 6,200 feet elevation. The site has an accessible vault toilet, and most camping and picnic areas have fire rings, grills, trash cans, and picnic tables. Fees are $8/night for individual campsites and $20/night for group campsites; there is a 14-day stay limit and sites are first-come, first-served.

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Things to do at Wild Cow Springs Campground

Campground is located in a grove of oak and large ponderosa pines in the Hualapai Mountains at 6,200 feet elevation. The site is especially attractive in summer, averaging about 20 degrees cooler than nearby desert valleys.

Hiking4.0/5

Listed feature: hiking; forested setting, rock formations and widely spaced sites suit day hikes and exploring.

Wildlife viewing4.0/5

Signature experiences

Stargazing4.0/5Secluded BLM site with low crowds implies dark skies and good stargazing, though not explicitly stated.

Photography4.0/5Tall pines, rock formations, stream and wildlife cited as highlights for scenic photos.

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4.3

90 reviews

Satisfactory

Wild Cow Springs Campground is satisfactory, placing it in the bottom 60% of campgrounds based on reviews

Reviewers overwhelmingly love Wild Cow Springs Campground, consistently giving it 5-star ratings. They describe it as beautiful, quiet, and very secluded, ideal for people wanting to get away from crowds and “escape from humanity.” The main tradeoff is a rough access road and lack of services, which most visitors see as worth it for the solitude and scenery.

Review Summaries

Based on 90 reviews

What Campers Love

Campers praise the beautiful forest setting with tall pines, rocks, a stream, and abundant birds and squirrels. People value the seclusion, widely spaced campsites, and peaceful atmosphere, as well...

Based on 90 reviews

Common Concerns

The most consistent concern is road access: multiple reviewers note that the road is rough with ruts and not well-suited for RVs, trailers, or low-clearance sedans, and that weather can worsen...

Based on 90 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Several reviewers recommend 4x4 or at least higher-clearance vehicles and advise going slowly and straddling ruts on the access road; RVs and large trailers are generally discouraged, though smaller...

Based on 90 reviews

Camper Quotes

"Made it to this campground in my scion xb! Super desolate! Had the entire place to myself!" "It's secluded and the camping spaces are spaced apart nicely so that you don't feel that you're on top of...

Based on 90 reviews

Accessibility Features

Access is via a rough dirt road that becomes rutted, with tight turns and sections where once you start you are “committed,” making it unsuitable for most RVs and larger trailers. Reviewers mention...

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Wild Cow Springs Campground

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Campsite Fees

Group Site Fee$20.00