Benny Creek Group Area
Campground · Arizona · 9 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Apache National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 9
- Bookable sites
- 35 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 32
- People per site
- 8,258 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Benny Creek Campground offers group camping in the remote and scenic White Mountains of Arizona. A perfect outdoor retreat for small to medium group gatherings, the campground is situated in a pine forest above Benny Creek and within walking distance of Bunch Reservoir and Greer Lakes. Picnicking, fishing, hiking and boating are often enjoyed by campers.Recreation
Excellent creek and lake fishing for trout draws anglers to the campground. Hikers can seek out the Squirrel Springs trail nearby.Those wishing to relax on a scenic drive can explore the White Mountain and Coronado Trail Scenic Byways.
Facilities
Three group camping areas are available for groups up to 24 or 32 guests. When not reserved, these sites may be available on a walk-in basis, and there are several individual sites that are also first-come, first-served.The campground can accommodate tents, trailers and small motorhomes up to 24 feet. A dump station is available across the highway at Hoyer Campground.
Natural Features
Benny Creek Campground sits in the White Mountains of eastern Arizona at an elevation of 8,250 feet. Campsites are fairly open under a canopy of ponderosa pine. Abert squirrels and chipmunks are common campground residents, and mule deer and elk inhabit the area as well. The nearby reservoir is one of three area lakes on the Little Colorado River.Summer temperatures can be very pleasant due to the elevation. However, the rainy season often brings afternoon thunderstorms from late June through August. Visitors should come prepared for rain and cool nighttime temperatures.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (928) 537-8888.Nearby Attractions
The nearby town of Greer offers gas, groceries, restaurants and equipment rentals.Visitors can explore endless vistas and take part in many outdoor activities in the surrounding Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, which encompasses 2 million acres of magnificent mountain country in east-central Arizona and New Mexico.
The facts
- Season: May 15 — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
- 9 bookable sites
- 10 sites in total, including non-bookable
- Vehicles up to 35 ft
- Up to 32 people per site
- Loops: BENNY CREEK GROUP AREA
Site types
- 9 Group Standard Nonelectric
- 1 Management
Amenities
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits, picnic tables, grills.
10 campsites at Benny Creek Group Area
Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 1:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | BENNY CREEK GROUP AREA | Group Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| 019 | BENNY CREEK GROUP AREA | Group Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| 019.5 | BENNY CREEK GROUP AREA | Group Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| 02 | BENNY CREEK GROUP AREA | Group Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| 020 | BENNY CREEK GROUP AREA | Group Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| 03 | BENNY CREEK GROUP AREA | Group Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| 04 | BENNY CREEK GROUP AREA | Group Standard Nonelectric | — | — | — | — | |
| GS1. | BENNY CREEK GROUP AREA | Group Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 32 | 🐾 |
| GSB. | BENNY CREEK GROUP AREA | Group Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 35 ft | 24 | 🐾 |
| Management | BENNY CREEK GROUP AREA | Management | Back In | Gravel | 35 ft | 24 |
Getting there
From Show Low, Arizona, take Highway 260 southeast 42 miles to Highway 373. Follow 373 south for 2.5 miles to the Benny Creek Campground entrance on the left.
34.04417, -109.44861 · 34°2'39.0"N 109°26'55.0"W
Typical weather
Typically 76°F in Jul, down to 43°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 43 | 45 | 50 | 57 | 66 | 76 | 76 | 73 | 70 | 61 | 52 | 43 |
| Low °F | 14 | 16 | 22 | 26 | 33 | 41 | 47 | 46 | 41 | 30 | 21 | 14 |
| Precip in | 1.2 | 1.3 | 0.9 | 0.5 | 0.7 | 0.5 | 4.0 | 4.8 | 2.4 | 1.3 | 1.1 | 0.6 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 1.5 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Benny Creek Group Area
- Can you reserve a site at Benny Creek Group Area?
- Yes, Benny Creek Group Area is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Benny Creek Group Area have?
- 10 sites in total, of which 9 can be booked.
- What is the maximum RV length at Benny Creek Group Area?
- 35 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Benny Creek Group Area?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Benny Creek Group Area.
Also listed by
Benny Creek Group Area also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Benny Creek Group Area's operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- Per vehicle per night $12.00 Additional Camp Unit $12.00 collected at the campground Interagency/Senior Discount $6.00 Group Sites are not eligible for Interagency/ Senior Pass Discounts Group Site (Small) $40.00 (Fee applies to all 4 vehicles / 24 people) Group Site (Large) $50.00 (Fee applies to a
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Contact
- Phone 928-735-7313
- Email camping@rrmofa.com
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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