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In Carefree, AZ, take Cave Creek Rd. north 15.5 miles to campground sign. Turn left at sign into campground.
Nice place rather close to town if you just want to hang out for the weekend.
Be advised that, while there is a small stream running through the area you will need to bring your own water with you there unless you want to filter or boil it.
Also, there were a million side-by-sides and motorcycles that race up and down the area near the campground.
Decent scenery, some nice hikes. All close to town.
Very peaceful area. 10 degrees cooler than the valley. PS if you find wandering dogs with tags, they belong to the ranch. Marg specifically, she's a little hound dog, very friendly she came to eat and play. She's no dummy 🤣
Camped here for two nights (Saturday and Sunday). The spots are nicely separated with picnic tables, and some are next to the creek. A few spots had grills, some just rock fire rings. It is fairly quiet but you can hear the ATV’s, and some road noise from other vehicles during the day. There are vault toilets. No potable water. It is a long and bumpy ride in, but it was worth it. I really enjoyed the stay and felt safe.
