Ash Creek Canyon

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Camp in the shade of trees
Camp in the shade of trees
Room for large vehicles
The stonehouse cabin
The stonehouse cabin was built with stones found locally
The cabin is right next to Ash Creek
Three-bedroom cabin
Views of the canyon
Communal campfire for keeping warm
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Room for large vehicles
The stonehouse cabin
The stonehouse cabin was built with stones found locally

  • Campground in a dramatic Arizona canyon 40 minutes’ drive from Globe
  • Access to hiking paths, rockhounding and Chrysotile mining ghost town
  • Spacious, leafy and secluded sites spread across the 420-acre property
Looking for somewhere remote and unusual to lay your head? You’ve got it in one with a stay at Ash Creek Canyon, 420 acres of private land 40 minutes’ drive from historic Globe in Arizona. The campground is tucked deep into a rugged canyon in the Tonto National Forest, home to the long-forgotten mining town of Chrysotile set amid dramatic scenery. The canyon was closed after the town was abandoned in 1945, but now visitors can experience this remarkable piece of Arizona history for themselves. Sites are set close to the canyon walls and sheltered by mature trees, near Ash Creek or surrounded by desert vegetation. There are well-kept hiking trails across the property, and you can go rockhounding in the creek, explore the relics of Chrysotile ghost town, discover waterfalls and keep your eyes open for wildlife including bears, deer and birds of prey. Because Ash Creek Canyon is in a remote, rural area, you won’t find restaurants, shops or busy tourist attractions close by. What you will find is peace and quiet, however, especially after dark when everything becomes still, and – thanks to the lack of light pollution – you can sit around the campfire and watch the Milky Way shapeshifting in the sky.

Campground type

Tent sites 8
Camper sites 8
RV sites 8
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 2
Open all year
Opens
Please note

Admission

  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

General

  • There are no garbage cans onsite: all garbage will need to be taken home with you.

Languages spoken

English

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Campsite types & availability

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Features

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Desert Forest Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 sites)

Nearby leisure

Climbing nearby

Location

Ash Creek Canyon

1158 North 304A

Globe

Arizona

USA

85501

Directions

Timezone

America/Phoenix MST (GMT-07:00)

GPS

33.73575°N
110.56392°W

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Chances are you may never leave the canyon, as there are so many ways to explore the property and dramatic surrounding landscapes. Buy a Day Pass to spend your time hiking along Ash Creek to towering waterfalls – you can take a dip in the swimming holes when conditions allow. Subject to availability and rental requirements, you can hire six-seater off-road vehicles from the campground owners to explore the canyon on your own. You can also take guided off-road tours through the gorge, leading through the remains of Chrysotile and along backcountry roads to scenic canyon-top viewpoints. Book an Underground Mine Exploration Tour to see historic rail tracks, mining equipment and veins of chrysotile ore inside the abandoned mine. If you’d like to learn about more local history, make for Globe (40 minutes’ drive) and the Besh-Ba-Gowah Museum, on the site of an ancient pueblo built by the Salado people and displaying prehistoric pottery, stone tools and textiles. There’s also a couple of Mexican restaurants and supermarkets nearby.

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Frequently asked questions

  • Does Ash Creek Canyon have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Ash Creek Canyon dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Ash Creek Canyon? Chances are you may never leave the canyon, as there are so many ways to explore the property and dramatic surrounding landscapes. Buy a Day Pass to spend your time hiking along … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Ash Creek Canyon?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  Anytime
    Depart by:  noon
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  Anytime
    Depart by:  noon
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Ash Creek Canyon? From $80 (for 1 night, 5 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.