Please be aware there will be construction throughout the park to replace and repair sewer lines and water valves from May until late fall. There will be minimal impact to park use.

Owl Day Use restroom and the cabins restroom are undergoing construction improvements and temporarily unavailable.

Camping Cabins

Cabin Rentals on the Verde River near Sedona

Everyone has a different idea of adventure, but most of us feel the same way about relaxing after a long, exciting day. We've made it easy for you to get your rest and recharge in our beautifully rustic log cabins. Did you bike the Lime Kiln Trail? Maybe you've been out photographing the diverse birds and animals of the park all day. Did you fish the lagoons and then hike down the Verde River Greenway to find more secluded spots? You're surrounded by adventure potential here...Bring the mindset, we'll supply the peace of mind with our comfortable air-conditioned glamping cabins.

Cabin reservations at Dead Horse Ranch are available online or by calling the friendly folks at the Arizona State Parks Reservations Desk at 877-MY-PARKS. We're available to help 7 days a week from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m  Arizona time. There is a $5 non-refundable reservation fee per reserved cabin.

Cabin Reservations at Dead Horse Ranch

Reservation Policy and Fees:

A rental cabin glows with light in the darkness at Dead Horse Ranch State Park near Sedona

Camping Cabin Loop: Eight one-room log camping cabins are available at Dead Horse Ranch State Park. The cabin circle is tucked away in a secluded mesquite bosque near the Verde River for an ideal getaway for a weekend — or a week.

These North Central Arizona Cabin Rentals in Cottonwood are variably furnished with a full-size bed, a bunk bed, table and chairs, dresser-drawer, ceiling fan with overhead light, and electricity. Complete with heating and cooling! 

Cabin users must supply their own linens/sleeping bags. Each cabin camping experience includes a barbecue and picnic table outside, plus a small individual fire ring. Clean, accessible family-style shower facilities are only a short walk from the rental cabins. There is an electrified ramada with barbecues that can be shared by cabin guests. RVs are not permitted in cabin areas.

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.

Learn about other Arizona state parks with cabin rentals

Reservation Policy and Fees:

  • Cabin Fee: $60 per night. $5 reservation fee.
  • 14 nights maximum stay length in any 30-day period.
  • Reservations may be made up to 365 days in advance.
  • Pets must be declared upon reservation. Pets are only allowed at cabins 3 through 8. There is a pet charge of $10.00 and a limit of two pets per cabin.
  • There is a refundable charge of $50 for cleaning. The fee will be fully refunded if the cabin is returned in the manner it was reserved.
  • Smoking and cooking are prohibited in cabins. Fires are limited to barbecue grilles and the fire pit.
  • Furniture must remain inside cabin.
  • Cabin guest must ensure that the cabin is left clean and undamaged. 
  • Vehicles: Each vehicle must display a permit on the rear view mirror of their vehicle indicating payment of fees. Maximum two vehicles per cabin. RVs are not permitted in the cabin area.
  • Cabin Occupancy: The rental party must comprise at least 1 person 18 years of age or older. Occupancy is a maximum of four adults not to exceed six persons total, including children. Maximum occupancy includes any person in a tent.
  • Bedding consists of one bunk bed and one full-sized bed.
  • Tents: There is a tent fee of $20.00 per night. The tent must be declared upon reservation. The tent must be placed within 10 feet of the cabin.
  • Check-in time is 3 p.m. Check out time is 10 a.m.
  • All other policies governing Arizona State Parks shall apply.

To learn more about camping and recreation opportunities in your Arizona State Parks, see this comprehensive guide to camping in Arizona.

Check-in time is 3 p.m. Arriving earlier than 3 p.m. does not guarantee the cabin’s availability. Check-out time is 10 a.m. on the scheduled departure date.

Visitors with cabin reservations arriving before 3 p.m. on the day of arrival will be charged the park entrance fee.

For cancelation policy, see Reservation Terms & Conditions
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