Upper Burnt Corral Dispersed campground
Upper Burnt Corral Dispersed
The dispersed camping area offers basic amenities such as fire rings, picnic tables, and vault toilets, but campers must bring their own water and pack out all trash. The sites are first-come-first-serve, so it's important to arrive early to secure a spot. There are 12 campsites available, each offering a unique view of the surrounding landscape.
An interesting fact about the area is that the land was once used for cattle grazing and as a stagecoach route in the late 1800s. The Upper Burnt Corral area was also a popular spot for gold prospecting during the early 1900s.
The best time to visit the Upper Burnt Corral dispersed camping area is during the fall months of September through November, when temperatures average between 70-80 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and 40-50 degrees at night. The weather is perfect for hiking, fishing, and enjoying the picturesque views of the Tonto National Forest.
What's on-site at Upper Burnt Corral Dispersed
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 Upper Burnt Corral Dispersed, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Burnt Corral | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Burnt Corral Campground And Day Use Area | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Burnt Corral | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Lower Burnt Corral Dispersed | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Davis Wash Dispersed | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Upper Burnt Corral Dispersed -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Pinto Creek Near Miami | 1 cfs | → |
| Salt River Near Roosevelt | 101 cfs | → |
| Pinal Creek At Inspiration Dam | 0 cfs | → |
| South Fork Parker Creek Near Roosevelt | 0 cfs | → |
| Pinto Cr Blw Haunted Canyon Nr Miami | · | → |
| Sycamore Creek Near Fort Mcdowell | · | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Upper Burnt Corral Dispersed -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Workman Creek | 3.0 in | 2.0 in | → |
| Fountain Hills 1.2 Nne | 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
- Tonto National Monument
- Wilderness Salome
- Wilderness Four Peaks
- Wilderness Salt River Canyon
- Superstition Wilderness Water Sources, Plo 5368
- Lost Dutchman State Park
Boat launches
- Service Road 183 Maricopa County
- Apache Lake Maricopa County
- Laguna Boat Ramp
- Apache Trail Maricopa County
- East Saguaro Del Norte Road Maricopa County
- East Saguaro Del Norte Road 469, Maricopa County
Fishing spots
- Theodore Roosevelt Lake
- Cherry Creek
- Bartlett Reservoir
- South Fork Deadman Creek
- Queen Creek
- Deadman Creek
Paddle runs
- Southwest Boundary Of Salt River Canyon Wilderness To State Highway 288 Bridge
- Rock Springs To Confluence With Cottonwood Wash
- Boundary Of The Primary Jurisdiction Below Stewart Mountain Dam To Salt River Indian Reservation Boundary
- Lower Salt
- Salome Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With Salome Creek
- West Boundary Of Fort Apache Indian Reservation To Southwest Boundary Of Salt River Canyon Wilderness
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 Upper Burnt Corral Dispersed as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Upper Burnt Corral Dispersed
Can I make reservations at Upper Burnt Corral Dispersed?
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 Upper Burnt Corral Dispersed?
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 Upper Burnt Corral Dispersed.