Grapevine Group Campground

Tonto National Forest

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.

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 event area.

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.

Notifications and Alerts

Due to Grapevine Groupsite water system and staffing shortage, recreation management is limiting reservations to Goose, Grebe, Mallard, and Coot loops only. These sites have no water and portable toilets will be at these locations. Sorry for the inconvenience.

Need to Know

Visitors are requested to print extra copies of their confirmation to display in each vehicle that might be parked at Grapevine Boat Ramp.
Be prepared for the heat. During June, July, and August temperatures reach well over 100 degrees and many RV air conditioners cannot keep up.
The closest grocery store is 25 miles away in Miami, Arizona.
Maximum trailer length is 32'.
Boat ramp may be closed during low water levels.
No directional signs, ribbon flagging or other various methods will be approved for use on State Highway 188 or Forest Road 84 accessing Grapevine Group Site. No signs Erecting signs or advertising is prohibited. devices shall be erected on the area covered by this use agreement, without prior approval by the Forest Service as to location, design, size, color, and message.
The representative and his/her guest or members shall exercise diligence in protecting from damage the land and property of the United States, and may be cited for any violations of applicable laws.
The representative reservation holder will take reasonable measures to prevent and discourage vandalism or disorderly conduct, and when necessary, will call the appropriate law enforcement agency for assistance. For emergencies, call 911, or call the Gila County Sheriff's Office at 800-635-8017. For non-emergencies, call the Tonto Basin Ranger District at 602-225-5395.
Discharging firearms or any other implement capable of causing injury or damaging property is prohibited in or within 150 yards of this group site.
The assigned loops will be maintained to present a clean, neat, and orderly appearance. Trash will be disposed of in the provided trash receptacles, or as agreed to by representative and the Forest Service. If your group includes cigarette smokers, all cigarette butts will be properly disposed of in trash receptacles.
Off Highway Vehicles are allowed but may not be driven off roads.
Power receptacles on ramadas are for charging batteries or other minor uses. They are not to be used to supply power to recreational vehicles.
All campfires will be built in established fire rings or grills. If fire restrictions are in effect, these restrictions will be reserved by all members of the group.
Quiet time is from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.
Fireworks are always prohibited on National Forest Land.

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.

Nearby Attractions

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.

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.

Contact Information

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28079 N. AZ Hwy 188 Roosevelt AZ 85545

Phone Number

For campground inquiries, please call: 602-225-5395

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Driving Directions

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). From Mesa: Take State Hwy 87 / Beeline Highway north for about 61 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). From Globe area: Take State Hwy 188 north for about 31 miles to Forest Road (FR) 84. Turn left and follow FR 84 for 1.5 miles to the site (watch for campground sign). All routes are paved.

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