Grapevine Group Campground
Groups are drawn to Grapevine Campground's unique setting and expansive facilities. The site's location near Roosevelt Lake's shoreline and nestled in the Saguaro cactus-studded Sonoran Desert and facilities such as a boat ramp and event area provide a perfect setting for fishing tournaments, family reunions, and even weddings year-round.
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Site mix
| group standard area nonelectric | 9 |
Site guide
9 sites in 9 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CORMORANT | CORMORANT | 100 / 16 | Yes | Yes |
| COOT | Coot | 100 / 16 | Yes | Yes |
| EGRET | EGRET | 100 / 16 | Yes | Yes |
| GOOSE | GOOSE | 100 / 16 | Yes | Yes |
| GREBE | GREBE | 100 / 16 | Yes | Yes |
| HERON | HERON | 100 / 16 | Yes | Yes |
| MALLARD | MALLARD | 100 / 16 | Yes | Yes |
| PINTAIL | PINTAIL | 100 / 16 | Yes | Yes |
| TEAL | TEAL | 100 / 16 | Yes | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 12:00 PM, checkout 10:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | $75 per night for groups of 1-49 people $150 per night for groups of 50-100 people |
| Accessibility | Sites CORMORANT, COOT, EGRET, GOOSE and 5 more are listed accessible |
- Nine group sites accommodate a wide range of facilities. Each group site includes flush toilets, water hydrants, and shelters with group-sized picnic tables, grills, and fire rings. The group sites also include individual camp units each with a fire ring/grill, picnic table, and parking. Additional facilities include showers, boat ramp with platform to assist individuals getting in boats, and an e
- Group Sites:
- COOT group site has 14 separate camping units.
- GOOSE group site has 15 separate camping units.
- GREBE group site has 17 separate camping units.
- MALLARD group site has 18 separate camping units.
- TEAL group site has 15 separate camping units.
- PINTAIL group site has 18 separate camping units.
- EGRET group site has 14 separate camping units.
- HERON group site has 15 separate camping units.
- CORMORANT group site has 12 separate camping units.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Phoenix: Take State Hwy 87 / Beeline Highway north for about 75 miles to its junction with State Hwy 188. Turn right and follow State Hwy 188 for 41 miles to its junction with Forest Road (FR) 84. Turn left and follow FR 84 for 1.5 miles to the site (watch for campground sign).
| Nearest town | Roosevelt, Arizona |
| Coordinates | 33.6438° N, 111.0465° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedD2 Sinkhole Rx
47 mi from the campground · 875 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 20.5 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV Park Model Traders ↗ | 35.1 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Gold Dog Tents ↗ | 40.9 mi |
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Trails nearby
- 3.9 miTule ↗4.5 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 4.6 miCottonwood ↗6.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike · national_scenic_or_historic
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.3 miGrapevine 135 ↗Tonto National Forest
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Tonto National Forest.
- inTonto National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,966,417 acres
- 7.1 miSuperstition Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 160,164 acres
- 9.5 miSalt River Canyon Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 32,115 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Tonto National Monument Visitor CenterBuilding · Gila · 3.9 mi
- Tonto National Monument, Lower Ruin (AZ U:8:047a Asm)Site · Roosevelt · 4 mi
- Tonto National Monument, Upper Ruin (AZ U:8:048 Asm)Site · Roosevelt · 4 mi
Natural features
At an elevation of 2,200 feet, each group site has stunning views of the blue water, the Sierra Ancha mountains, and sunsets against three mountainous wilderness areas.
Recreation
In addition to camping, Grapevine provides opportunities for boating, fishing, jet skiing, water skiing, and exploring peaceful coves from non-motorized watercraft. Additional activities include a playground for children, sports field, and a shoreline trail for hikers and mountain bikers.
Nearby
Multiple opportunities for enjoying spectacular scenery and learning about the area's pre-history, history, flora, fauna, or geology include visiting Tonto National Monument cliff dwellings (National Park Service), driving portions of the Apache Trail Historic Road (State Hwy 88) and Desert to Tall Pines Scenic Road (State Hwy 288) or visiting the Tonto Basin Visitor Center.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Grapevine Group Campground?
Sites at Grapevine Group Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Grapevine Group Campground?
$75 per night for groups of 1-49 people $150 per night for groups of 50-100 people
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Grapevine Group Campground?
Check-in 12:00 PM, checkout 10:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Grapevine Group Campground have?
9 sites, including 9 group standard area nonelectric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Grapevine Group Campground?
Nine group sites accommodate a wide range of facilities. Each group site includes flush toilets, water hydrants, and shelters with group-sized picnic tables, grills, and fire rings.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Grapevine Group Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Grapevine Group Campground?
Sites CORMORANT, COOT, EGRET, and GOOSE are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 9 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Grapevine Group Campground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE and AT&T 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Grapevine Group Campground?
In addition to camping, Grapevine provides opportunities for boating, fishing, jet skiing, water skiing, and exploring peaceful coves from non-motorized watercraft. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Grapevine Group Campground?
Roosevelt, Arizona. Multiple opportunities for enjoying spectacular scenery and learning about the area's pre-history, history, flora, fauna, or geology include visiting Tonto National Monument cliff dwellings (National Park Service), driving portions of the Apache Trail Historic Road (State Hwy 88)
Source: Getting there
What if Grapevine Group Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Schoolhouse Campground (2 mi, partly first-come), Windy Hill Campground (2.9 mi, partly first-come), and Frazier Group Campground (5 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby