Turney Gulch Group Campground

Crown King, Arizona

About

Turney Gulch is a remote, scenic location for groups of up to 100 people to rest under the stars and towering pines of Prescott National Forest. The site lies near Horse Thief Lake and is seven miles southeast of the small town of Crown King, Arizona, a former ghost town. Campers can enjoy hunting, fishing, hiking, wildlife viewing, and visiting historic sites in the area. The facility has a rustic mountain feel with a picnic shelter, 15 picnic tables, fire grills, and an accessible vault toilet. Water is available via standpipe in front of the Horse Thief Cabin approximately 1 mile down the road. The site lies on an unimproved dirt road and the drive can be challenging; campers should use high clearance 4 x 4 vehicles to get there. Summer temperatures offer a pleasant relief from the heat of nearby deserts, and winter is cool to cold with occasional snow. Afternoon thunderstorms are possible from late June through mid-September.

Amenities

Available Site Types

• Tent Sites

Local Attractions

• Horse Thief Lake
• Castle Creek Wilderness
• Crown King, Arizona