Little Elden Springs Horsecamp

Coconino National Forest Recreation, AZ · ≈6.4 mi to Flagstaff
Sites
15
Max rig
40 ft
Pull-through
Yes
Hookups
None
ADA
To town
6.4 mi
Signal

✓ Best for

  • Horseback riding enthusiasts
  • Smaller RVs and trailers
  • Hikers and picnickers
  • Campers with pets
  • Pull-through RV sites

✕ Not ideal for

  • Big rigs and large RVs
  • Visitors needing electric hookups
  • ADA accessibility requirements

Connectivity

Best bet: T-MobileStrong 5G signal here · 3 of 3 carriers reach here
Verizon5G
AT&T5G
T-Mobile5G

What's here

15 Equestrians (no Hookups)
Rig compatibility

Will your rig fit?

Site-level rig length data isn't reported for this campground (the managing agency lists a general max of 40 ft, but individual site dimensions aren't recorded here).

Amenities & features

Amenities
Campfires allowedPets allowed
Activities
CampingHikingHorseback RidingPicnicking
CampIntel Score

How we score

We score what we can verify.
Excellent for large RVsRig fit
Remote — plan aheadAccess
Well-equippedConvenience
Verdicts come from our Rig fit, Access & Convenience sub-scores — each built only from verifiable Recreation.gov data.

Where it is

Nearest town: Flagstaff, ~6.4 miGet directions ↗

Photos

Photos: Conservation Legacy, Recreation Resource Management

Overview

Overview Little Elden Springs Horse Camp is a campground that was created for those who love horses and enjoy riding in a beautiful landscape. Located in the Coconino National Forest of northern Arizona, the campground offers opportunities for horseback riding, hiking and wildlife viewing. The facility is very accommodating to campers and their horses and including hitching posts, plenty of space for horse trailers and access to over 30 miles of trails. Recreation Campers can access the Kachina Peaks Wilderness at the Weatherford Trail near Schultz Tank just up the road from the campground. The Mount Elden/Dry Lake Hills Trail System is also accessible right from camp and is comprised of over 30 miles of trails for all levels of horseback riding, hiking and mountain biking. Some of the nearby trails offer amazing views of the peaks, especially during the changing of the leaves in the fall when the aspens turn from green to gold. Facilities This campground is only available to campers with horses, and has been designed for the particular needs of equestrian campers. All 15 campsites allow easy access for vehicles pulling horse trailers and are equipped with horse-friendly accommodations. Two hitching posts are provided per site, and extra parking is available. Manure removal is the responsibility of the owners. The restroom is accessible, though there are no accessible sites. Stalls or corrals are not provided. Natural Features The campground lies near the base of Mount Elden in a lush ponderosa pine and gamble oak forest and has a view of the 12,000-ft. San Francisco Peaks. Fall foliage can be outstanding and very inviting for photography. There is a healthy population of mule deer and elk in the area that can be fun to watch and photograph when sighted. Summers are very pleasant with sunny skies, high temperatures in the 60s to 80s and occasional afternoon thunderstorms. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (928) 774-9671. Nearby Attractions The nearby town of Flagstaff, Arizona, has shopping, restaurants and other conveniences. Visitors can also make a quick trip down the road to the must-see Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument and Wupatki National Monument .

Managed by USDA Forest Service · Standard campground