Summary
No reservations or permits are required, and camping is free. Amenities are minimal—no toilets, water, picnic tables, or hookups—though some sites have existing fire rings. Accessible by most vehicles, including smaller RVs (no large rigs), it’s nestled in a scenic ponderosa pine forest at about 7,000 feet elevation. The area is quiet and rustic, ideal for solitude and starry skies. Nearby attractions include Walnut Canyon National Monument and hiking trails. Best visited May–October when roads are clear and temperatures are mild.
Nearby Campgrounds
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FR 195 Campground
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Fr 9350 Campground
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Mogollon Campground
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Mogollon
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Aspen Campground
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Spillway Group Campground
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Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Camping Essential Practices
Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
Respect Wildlife
Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
Know Before You Go
Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
Minimize Campfire Impact
Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
Leave What You Find
Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
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Nearby Snowpack Depths
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PROMONTORY
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1" |
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HEBER
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0" |
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BAKER BUTTE SMT
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0" |
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NOHRSC BAKER BUTTE SMT
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1" |
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BAKER BUTTE
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1" |
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WORKMAN CREEK
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2" |
One Mile Below Woods Canyon Lake Dam (Woods Canyon) To Confluence With Chevelon Canyon
Confluence Of Woods Canyon And Chevelon Creek To South End Of Chevelon Lake
Christopher Creek
Northern Boundary Of Hellsgate Wilderness To Southern Boundary Of Hellsgate Wilderness
Horton Creek
Canyon Creek Fish hatchery
Canyon Creek