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Groom Creek Schoolhouse Campground

Prescott National Forest, Arizona

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As of September 2026, Groom Creek Schoolhouse Campground is a campground in Prescott National Forest, Arizona with 1 campsite. Groom Creek Schoolhouse Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Groom Creek Schoolhouse Campground is located at 34.4708° N, 112.4353° W.

people allowed on each site: 60

Groom Creek Schoolhouse Campground reservations and next available dates

Next Available Dates

Sep 30 (1 site)Oct 1 (1 site)Oct 5 (1 site)

1 site open on Sep 30 at Groom Creek Schoolhouse Campground. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.

As of 30 September 2026, 03:19 UTC.

Campsites at Groom Creek Schoolhouse Campground

Group 1

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain · Access: Paved road.

Things to do: hiking, wildlife, horse riding.

All sites at Groom Creek Schoolhouse Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the GROOM CREEK loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps
1	Group	60

About Groom Creek Schoolhouse Campground

Overview

Built in 1902, this historic schoolhouse and adjacent picnic area in Arizona's Prescott National Forest may be reserved for day use for groups of up to 60 people. The facility offers a picturesque, quiet setting with indoor and outdoor areas for weddings, reunions, luncheons and group meetings.

The schoolhouse served about 10 to 15 children in the early 1900s. The building was an active school until 1952. It is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is used for administrative and training purposes.

Recreation

Groups enjoy gathering in the outdoor picnic area during nice weather or heading indoors into the the two-room schoolhouse if the weather turns. A leisurely walk through the forest on the accessible, paved Groom Creek Nature Trail provides a nice afternoon respite, and visitors can camp nearby if desired. Prescott National Forest has miles of hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding trails for visitors wishing to explore the area.

Facilities

The schoolhouse building has two rooms with new furniture(tables and chairs) for indoor use. The outdoor picnic area is accessible and equipped with 10 picnic tables, vault toilets, an amphitheater (limited access) and parking for 12 vehicles or two buses.

No drinking water is available at this site; guests must bring their own.

Natural Features

The group area is set in a ponderosa pine ecosystem, an area dominated by pines and mixed with juniper trees, Gambel oaks and native grasses. A multitude of colorful wildflowers bloom in the spring and during the summer monsoon season. Afternoon thunderstorms are possible from late June through mid-September.

The forest is home to a wide variety of wildlife. Visitors may spot deer, mountain lions, bobcats, coyotes, foxes, rabbits, lizards, snakes and birds.

Nearby Attractions

Upper Wolf Creek Campground is just around the corner if you want to camp overnight. Restaurants, shopping, historic sites and many amenities are nearby in the historic town of Prescott.

Rules and notices at Groom Creek Schoolhouse Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Groom Creek Schoolhouse Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

This is a day use facility; no overnight camping allowed

Running water is not available at this site

Access to this facility is through a locked gate; use the gate combination provided on your reservation confirmation letter

Pets are not permitted in the building. Pets outside but must be on a 6 foot leash or in a cage and never unattended.

If available the outside area can be used on a first-come, first-served basis.

Upper Wolf Creek Campground is nearby for visitors wishing to reserve group campsites

Off-highway vehicles only allowed on designated roads and trails

Smoking permitted within enclosed vehicles or developed fee recreation sites where the area is cleared of all flammable material

Fireworks, including sparklers, are prohibited at all times on National Forest Lands.

Click here for more information about Prescott National Forest

Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

There are ten plastic tables, nine six foot wooden tables, sixty chairs and three fold up benchs on-site and ten concrete tables outside.

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Groom Creek Schoolhouse Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Groom Creek Schoolhouse Campground?

Groom Creek Schoolhouse Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Groom Creek Schoolhouse Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Groom Creek Schoolhouse Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Groom Creek Schoolhouse Campground have?

Groom Creek Schoolhouse Campground has 1 campsites.