Openings · last 7 days
0
Availability is not tracked here yet
Campsite Sniper does not currently hold availability data for Little Elden Springs Horsecamp. That is a gap in what Campsite Sniper tracks — it does not mean the facility is full, closed, or unavailable. Recreation.gov may well be showing open dates right now.
The site details and map below come from the public Recreation.gov record and are accurate. For current dates and to book, go to Recreation.gov.
01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-232289
When Little Elden Springs Horsecamp reopens
Little Elden Springs Horsecamp's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
13
Openings · last 90 days
76
Weekday pattern
Detected openings by day of week · 90dNo strong weekday pattern is evident in the openings Campsite Sniper has detected: 76 openings spread across the week.
Hour-of-day pattern
First detected by hour · local time · last 90 daysThe largest concentrations of detected openings were first detected during the 11:00 and 12:00 local-time hours. Those hours contained 25 of 76 detected openings (32.9%). Hours show when Campsite Sniper first detected each opening, in Mountain Standard Time (Arizona), not when the change was made upstream.
Lead-time profile
Days before stay date · percentilesHalf of the openings Campsite Sniper detected appeared at least 3 days before the stay date; the middle 50% land 2–5.2 days out. Set an alert if you want Campsite Sniper to monitor future openings.
Highest-churn sites
Most openings · 90d| Site | Openings | Share of all openings |
|---|---|---|
| 009 | 12 | 15.8% |
| 007 | 11 | 14.5% |
| 008 | 9 | 11.8% |
| 005 | 9 | 11.8% |
| 013 | 7 | 9.2% |
Site 009 had the most detected openings in the last 90 days: 12. One free watch covers every site here.
About Little Elden Springs Horsecamp
Overview
Little Elden Springs Horse Camp is a campground that was created for those who love horses and enjoy riding in a beautiful landscape. Located in the Coconino National Forest of northern Arizona, the campground offers opportunities for horseback riding, hiking and wildlife viewing.
The facility is very accommodating to campers and their horses and including hitching posts, plenty of space for horse trailers and access to over 30 miles of trails.
Recreation
Campers can access the Kachina Peaks Wilderness at the Weatherford Trail near Schultz Tank just up the road from the campground.
The Mount Elden/Dry Lake Hills Trail System is also accessible right from camp and is comprised of over 30 miles of trails for all levels of horseback riding, hiking and mountain biking.
Some of the nearby trails offer amazing views of the peaks, especially during the changing of the leaves in the fall when the aspens turn from green to gold.
Facilities
This campground is only available to campers with horses, and has been designed for the particular needs of equestrian campers. All 15 campsites allow easy access for vehicles pulling horse trailers and are equipped with horse-friendly accommodations. Two hitching posts are provided per site, and extra parking is available. Manure removal is the responsibility of the owners.
The restroom is accessible, though there are no accessible sites.
Stalls or corrals are not provided.
Natural Features
The campground lies near the base of Mount Elden in a lush ponderosa pine and gamble oak forest and has a view of the 12,000-ft. San Francisco Peaks. Fall foliage can be outstanding and very inviting for photography. There is a healthy population of mule deer and elk in the area that can be fun to watch and photograph when sighted.
Summers are very pleasant with sunny skies, high temperatures in the 60s to 80s and occasional afternoon thunderstorms.
Nearby Attractions
The nearby town of Flagstaff, Arizona, has shopping, restaurants and other conveniences. Visitors can also make a quick trip down the road to the must-see Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument and Wupatki National Monument .
15 monitored sitesRVs up to 40 ftNo hookupsPets OKFire pitsMax party 8
Getting there
From I-40 near Flagstaff, Arizona, take exit 201, and turn left to the Page exit (Highway 89). Proceed north on Highway 89 for 6 miles to Forest Road 556 (Elden Springs Road). Turn left, proceed for 1.5 miles to the campground.
Coconino, AZ
CampingHikingHorseback RidingPicnicking
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02 · Field Photos · roll CS-232289 · facility + sites
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Roll CS-232289 · Little Elden Springs Horsecamp · AZ12 frames · facility + sites
FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Little Elden Springs Horsecamp?
Online reservations for this facility, where offered, are made through Recreation.gov. Campsite Sniper has also detected 76 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper does not currently hold availability data for Little Elden Springs Horsecamp, so there is nothing to date here. That is a gap in coverage — it does not mean the facility is full or closed. Check Recreation.gov for current dates.
How often do new openings appear at Little Elden Springs Horsecamp?
Campsite Sniper detected 76 site-date openings here over the last 90 days, none in the last 7. A free alert watches around the clock and pings you the moment one appears.
Which sites at Little Elden Springs Horsecamp fit a 35-foot RV?
15 of the 15 sites that support RV analysis have a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 40 ft.
How far ahead of a stay do openings appear at Little Elden Springs Horsecamp?
Half of the openings Campsite Sniper detected appeared at least 3 days before the stay date; the middle 50% landed 2-5.2 days out. Campsite Sniper can monitor future changes for dates you select.
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