Turney Gulch Group

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Prescott National Forest

Group campsite · USDA Forest Service · Prescott National Forest Fees: - $75 for groupsite (1-25 people) - $100 for groupsite (26-50 people) Status: none Reservations: Reservation Information: Recreation.gov or telephone 1-877-444-6777 Site must be reserved at least three days in advance. Overview Turney Gulch is a remote, scenic location for groups of up to 100 people to rest under the stars and towering pines of Prescott National Forest. Site accomodates 30 vehicles or less. The site lies near Horse Thief Lake and is seven miles southeast of the small town of Crown King, Arizona, a former ghost town. Campers can enjoy hunting, fishing, hiking, wildlife viewing and visiting historic sites in the area. To make reservations click on the availability button to the right to book this site or call 1 (877) 444-6777. For general campground questions contact the Bradshaw Ranger District at 1 (928) 443-8000. Recreation Campers have no shortage of activities both in and around the campground. The shade of the ponderosas invites guests to picnic and relax at the facility, while the nearby Horsethief Lake allows fishing and boating (electric motors and oars only). Anglers cast… Getting there: From Phoenix, Arizona: When traveling Northbound on I-17 take the Bumble Bee Exit 248 and continue North on the dirt road, taking Forest Road (FR) 259 to Crown King. From Crown King, take (FR) 259A south for 0.5 mile to the junction of 52. Take FR 52 southeast for about 6 miles to the Horse Thief Basin Recreation Area. Turney Gulch is approximately one mile past Horse Thief Lake. Alternate route from Flagstaff, Arizona : Traveling Southbound on I-17 take Exit 263, turn right and proceed… Rules: - Quiet hours between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. - Campfires in developed fire pits only - Fireworks are prohibited - Dogs must be on leash (6' maximum) - OHV/ATV use prohibited in the campground - Maximum length of stay: 14 days in 30-day period on the Prescott National Forest including stays at dispersed recreation sites. Phone: 1 (877) 444-6777 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232208 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: Conservation Legacy