Turney Gulch Group Campground campground
Turney Gulch Group Campground
There are plenty of nearby points of interest to explore, including hiking trails, fishing spots, and horseback riding. The Mogollon Rim, Tonto Natural Bridge State Park, and the Payson Rodeo Grounds are all a short drive away from the campsite.
The campground offers amenities such as picnic tables, grills, and toilets. The area is available for group camping only and reservations are required. There are 11 campsites available, which can accommodate up to 100 people.
An interesting fact about the area is that it was once a mining camp in the late 1800s. The campsite is named after a miner named Jim Turney who discovered gold in the area.
The best time to visit the Turney Gulch Group Campground is from May to October when the weather is warm and dry. Average temperatures during this time range from 70-90°F during the day and 40-60°F at night. Visitors should be aware that monsoon season occurs from July to September, which can bring heavy rainfall and flash floods.
What's on-site at Turney Gulch Group Campground
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Turney Gulch Group Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hazlett Hollow | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Hazlett Hollow Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Kentuck Spring Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Kentuck Springs | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Agua Fria National Monument Dispersed | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Turney Gulch Group Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Agua Fria River Near Rock Springs | 1 cfs | → |
| Agua Fria River Near Mayer | 2 cfs | → |
| New River Near Rock Springs | · | → |
| Agua Fria River Near Humboldt | 2 cfs | → |
| Cave Creek Blw Cottonwood Cr Near Cave Creek | · | → |
| Granite Creek At Prescott | 0 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Turney Gulch Group Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prescott 3.1 Nne | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Prescott Valley 1.0 W | 0.5 in | 0.5 in | → |
| Prescott 4.6 N | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Prescott Valley 2.4 Nw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Prescott Valley 4.0 Nnw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Prescott 6.9 Nnw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Wilderness Castle Creek
- Prescott National Forest
- Black Canyon City Municipal Park
- Hells Canyon Wilderness
- Lake Pleasant Regional Park - Official
- Hassayampa River Canyon Wilderness
Boat launches
- Castle Creek Road Peoria
- West Peninsula Road Peoria
- Lake Pleasant 10 Lane Boat Ramp
- North Ramp Road Peoria
- Lynx Lake - South Shore Boat Ramp
- Lynx Lake Marina & Store Boating Site
Fishing spots
- Horsethief Boating Site / Day Use Area
- Horsethief Lake
- North Canyon Creek
- Lake Pleasant
- Upper Goldwater Lake
- Lower Goldwater Lake
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- 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.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Turney Gulch Group Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Turney Gulch Group Campground
Can I make reservations at Turney Gulch Group Campground?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Turney Gulch Group Campground?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Turney Gulch Group Campground.