Camp and RV sites on the Verde River

Campsite reservations are available online or by calling our friendly folks at the Arizona State Parks Reservation Desk at 1-877-MY PARKS (697-2757). We're available seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Arizona time. There is a $3.20 non-refundable reservation fee per reserved site.

Experience the thrill of an overnight adventure in the heart of Cottonwood, AZ, and the Verde Valley. Have quick access to hiking, biking, fishing, birding and wildlife watching, and much more from your spacious campsite at Dead Horse Ranch State Park. Click below to reserve your spot and look forward to the new and exciting outdoor memories you’ll make at this popular Central Arizona park right by the Verde River. 

Campsite Reservations at Dead Horse Ranch

There are more than 100 large RV sites available in our campgrounds and on the doorstep of outdoor adventure within the one of the most comfortable and spacious RV parks in Cottonwood. For after-hours arrivals, vacant sites may be occupied on a night-by-night basis only. Most of the pull-through sites can accommodate 40-foot motor homes and truck and trailer rigs up to 65 feet and include potable water and 30/50-amp service. Generators are prohibited.

Tent and RV campers in all campground loops will enjoy modern, clean, ADA-accessible restroom facilities providing hot water and showers and are free to registered campers. There is a stay limit of 14 nights in a 30-day period. The park is often sold out in the spring and fall. It's a good idea to reserve early or check availability online or by phone a few days in advance. To learn more about camping and recreation opportunities in your Arizona State Parks, see this comprehensive guide to camping in Arizona.

Fees: Fees range from $30–35 per night for sites with electricity, and $20 per night for sites without electricity. Campsite fees are based on two vehicles per site with no more than one of the vehicles being an RV/motorhome.

There is a $15.00 per night fee for second vehicles. The fee does not apply to vehicles towed behind a primary vehicle when the primary vehicle remains at the site and the towed vehicle is used for transportation.

Quail Loop: 43 campsites, including one ADA accessible site.

Red-Tail Loop: 36 campsites, including one ADA accessible site.

Cooper’s Hawk Loop: 27 campsites, including two ADA accessible sites.

Blackhawk Loop: 17 non-electric campsites, including one ADA accessible site, reserved exclusively for tents. RVs, including campers and vans, are not permitted. The loop is adjacent to modern restroom facilities providing hot water and showers.

Check-in time is 2 p.m. Arriving earlier than 2 p.m. does not guarantee the sites’ availability. Check-out time is 12 noon on the scheduled departure date.

Campers arriving before 12 noon on the day of arrival will be charged the park entrance fee.

For cancelation policy, see Reservation Policies: Terms & Conditions

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