Reviews

Isabelle Wagner

Always great to rent out the inexpensive cabins. The lagoons are great exercise for walking & very popular for fishing. We've even seen a bald eagle circling & perched by the 3rd lagoon.

LeRoy Rowland

This is a very nice park with a beautiful lake. Or should I say multiple large fishing holes. We got here early and we're greeted by the park ranger. He helped us get tickets and find a great spot to fish. We got here on time at 7am. A couple bites so far, but no fish yet..

Carol Baker

Very nice campground. Large sites, lots of trees. Beautiful day use area with covered picnic table areas by a lagoon. Enjoyed our stay. Will be back.

Mark Smith

Great State Park. Campground loops all looked to be in great shape. We were in Coopers Hawk site 100. Faces west. Beautiful mountain view. Trails all over the place. W/E site. Paved with lots of low shade trees. Bathrooms/showers were always clean. Hot water. All the staff and volunteers were encountered were pleasant and helpful. Cottonwood is a nice little town. Sedona 20 minutes away. Will definitely be back.

Zoe Nicholas

It's an ok campground, I've definitely stayed in better. The sites are spaced apart ok with moderate privacy. Lots of trail Bathrooms are run down. Now they have upped their rates to $50 a night, I few upgrades would be a good idea. Including introducing laundry services on site. The surrounding area is nice. Good for horse riding, fishing, hiking and mountain biking. Close to Sadona which is fantastic place!!!

Thom Willson

A gem of a find, hidden behind Old Town Cottonwood, along the Verde River and all the trees. Three loops, we stayed in Quail Run , site 24, electric and water. We have a 32 foot trailer that was easy to park. Trash free, clean bathrooms, very helpful rangers. Want to try Loop Red tail Hawk where a few sites back up to overlook Cottonwood and Jerome. Walk the many trails, look for the Reys cemetery. We will definitely return.

Kayla Kummerl

George was the best guide when me and my boyfriend went to ride horses during a day trip in Sedona! He had all the jokes and kept our ride fun. The ride lasted around an hour and we got to go through water too! Would definitely come back!

Melissa Mueller

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (100/10 would recommend!) Chaz was hands-down one of the best tour guides we’ve ever had. We showed up completely unannounced, and instead of turning us away, he went out of his way to make a special exception and squeeze us in for a ride — which already says so much about the kind of person he is. From the moment we started, it was clear that Chaz is not just a guide, but a true character in the best way possible. He was entertaining, welcoming, and incredibly knowledgeable. His understanding of the land, the history of the town, and the surrounding foliage added so much depth to the experience and made the ride feel meaningful, not just scenic. You can tell he genuinely loves what he does and cares about sharing it with others. The ride was relaxed, informative, and full of great stories — the kind of experience you’ll be talking about long after it’s over. If I could give Chaz 100 stars out of 10, I absolutely would. If you’re considering this tour, do yourself a favor and book it — and if you get Chaz, you’re in for something special.

Chad Bobak

I had been eagerly anticipating an overnight camping and fishing trip with a group of young boys, aiming to provide them with an outdoor experience away from screens and video games. We reserved two adjacent sites in the Blackhawk Loop, intending to set up tents and enjoy the night under the stars. Shortly after arrival, the camp host approached our group and stated—without prior discussion or verification—that only two tents were permitted per site. She informed us that if we did not comply immediately, authorities would be called. While direct communication can be appreciated, the delivery was abrupt and offered no opportunity for clarification or resolution. Per the campground’s official website and reservation details, our group was within all stated limits: • No more than 10 people per site (across both reserved sites) • Only 2 vehicles per site • No explicit restriction on tents per site Nowhere in the published rules is a two-tent-per-site limit mentioned. We were fully prepared to adhere to occupancy and vehicle guidelines and believed we were in compliance. Unfortunately, the host did not engage in any problem-solving or offer alternative solutions. There was no attempt to verify our reservations, review the rules together, or explore accommodations—only an ultimatum. As a result, we were forced to pack up and leave, disrupting a meaningful weekend planned for the boys. I regret not obtaining the host’s name at the time. I am submitting this review in hopes that management will: 1. Clarify tent policies on the website and at check-in to prevent future confusion. 2. Train staff to handle rule enforcement with professionalism, transparency, and a willingness to assist guests in complying. This experience was deeply disappointing, not because of the rules themselves, but due to the lack of communication, flexibility, and customer service. I sincerely hope this feedback leads to improvements so other families and youth groups can enjoy a welcoming camping experience.

Jody Martinez

This was a neat little State Park that my family attended as part of an invitation to a Foundation's event. The roads were were good to drive on-no gravel, and there was a play ground, horse stable and two ponds that we saw. People can fish, dogs can walk as long as they are leashed, and the restroom facilities were well maintained. The female restrooms had sinks, mirrors, air dryers and were comparable to a clean restroom you would find in a store or mall.

Nikki Neverdull

A little disappointed that they raised the prices but still had a great time. It's a beautiful park with plenty to offer. Views of the desert and red rocks of Sedona in the distance. Plus plenty of shade and trails right to the Verde River. There's an abundance of wildlife.

Meredith

First time camping at Dead horse ranch campground. The bathrooms are some of the nicest campground bathrooms I’ve experienced. Very clean and well maintained. We camped in spot 117 which wasn’t bad, but the light from the bathroom was very bright and impacted our star gazing and sleeping. If you are going during the summer months, the campsites have very little shade so it can be very warm until the sun goes down. There’s also a lot of car traffic around the campsites. On the positive side, We enjoyed using the dish washing sink and the hiking trails all around the campground and the staff were very friendly. We will definitely be back!

Lien Nguyen

Loved our stay here! Honestly so cute and worth it especially if your use to the tucson heat. It was like 100+ at home and when we were here it was 70-80s during the day!

Kim Antelo

We stayed in our camper at quail loop #23 for a week. Everything was nice. The trails were close for walking and MTB. Most of the lots were nicely sized. There were 3 camp hosts in our loop. Shower house was clean. I even did a trail ride from horse adventures. We would walk the river trail to the lagoons. Town is also close.

Kelly McCall

Nice park, but the "accessible features" it brags about are a joke! Yes there are ramps, but using them in a wheelchair leaves A LOT to be desired. The biggest joke was the ADA campsites. Elevated platforms made of composite slats... no way to stake down the tent? And the ramp to the tent is blocked off? You have to get past the showers to use the toilet? One campground host was drunk and another couldn't keep a dog on a leash. The gate attendant was constantly outside the office smoking. Made the best of it, but definitely will not be back or recommend to anyone who rolls... shame!!