Usery Mountain campground
Usery Mountain
The campground features 73 campsites that are available on a first-come-first-serve basis. Each site comes equipped with a picnic table, fire ring, and grill. Additionally, the area offers various amenities, including restrooms, showers, and potable water.
An interesting fact about the area is that it is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including coyotes, javelinas, and birds of prey. Visitors are advised to keep a safe distance from these animals and to properly store food to avoid attracting them.
The best time to visit Usery Mountain Camping Area is during the fall and spring months when temperatures are milder. Average temperatures in the fall range from the high 60s to low 80s, while spring temperatures average in the high 70s to low 90s. However, it is important to note that the area can become quite crowded during peak season, so visitors should plan accordingly.
What's on-site at Usery Mountain
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 Usery Mountain, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regional Park - Usery Mt Ra | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Usery Park Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Cholla Forest Primitive Group Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Bulldog Canyon Off-Highway Vehicle Area | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Coon Bluff | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Usery Mountain -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Salt River Blw Stewart Mountain Dam | 652 cfs | → |
| Verde River Near Scottsdale | 106 cfs | → |
| Sycamore Creek Near Fort Mcdowell | · | → |
| Indian Bend Wash At Curry Road | · | → |
| Salt River At Priest Drive Near Phoenix | · | → |
| Verde River Blw Bartlett Dam | 144 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Usery Mountain -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fountain Hills 1.2 Nne | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Workman Creek | 3.0 in | 2.0 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
- Equestrian Park
- Falcon Hill Park
- Red Mountain District Park
- Oasis Community Park
- Ensenada Park
- Jefferson Park & Recreation Center
Boat launches
- Rafter Take-Out Parking
- East Saguaro Del Norte Road 469, Maricopa County
- East Saguaro Del Norte Road Maricopa County
- East Mission Bay Drive Gilbert
- Apache Trail Maricopa County
- Laguna Boat Ramp
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Salt River Indian Reservation Boundary To Immediately Above Granite Reef Dam Impoundment
- Lower Salt
- Boundary Of The Primary Jurisdiction Below Stewart Mountain Dam To Salt River Indian Reservation Boundary
- Lower Verde
- Telegraph Creek - Forest Road #4 To Confluence With Arnett Creek
- Arnett Creek - Forest Road #4 To Middle Of Sec 7,T2s, R12e
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 Usery Mountain as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Usery Mountain
Can I make reservations at Usery Mountain?
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 Usery Mountain?
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 Usery Mountain.