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Deer Creek (east Fork-black River

Its 6 sites are first-come, first-served (no reservations), and camping costs Single Site: $14 per night. Deer Creek (east Fork-black River is a National Forest campground near Alpine, Arizona.

First-come, first-served

National Forest · Alpine, Arizona

Managed by
National Forest
Hookups
None

Deer Creek (east Fork-black River sits inside Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests. Its dispersed-camping rule, ranger offices, and boundary are on publiclandsdb.com.

East Fork of the Black River: Campsites sit a few steps from the East Fork of the Black River, a stream through a forested valley of ponderosa pine, alders and streamside hardwoods, with easy river access for fishing. (fs.usda.gov)

Getting a site

Managed by
National Forest
Reservations
None, first-come
Fee
Single Site: $14 per night

Sources: apps.fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-28; fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-29

Sites and hookups

Total sites
6
Hookups
None
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ Potable water
  • ✓ Fire rings
  • ✓ Pets allowed

On site: Toilets, potable water, fire rings, and pets allowed.

Sources: apps.fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-28; fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-29

Rules

Pets
Allowed

Sources: apps.fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-28; fs.usda.gov, accessed 2026-09-29

Access and cell service

Elevation
7,645 ft

33.8057, -109.3186 in Apache. Open in OpenStreetMap. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.

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Common questions

Do you need a reservation at Deer Creek (east Fork-black River?
No. Deer Creek (east Fork-black River is first-come, first-served: there is no reservation system, so arrive early to claim an open site.
How much does it cost to camp at Deer Creek (east Fork-black River?
Camping at Deer Creek (east Fork-black River costs Single Site: $14 per night.
How many campsites does Deer Creek (east Fork-black River have?
Deer Creek (east Fork-black River has 6 campsites.
Does Deer Creek (east Fork-black River have RV hookups?
No. Deer Creek (east Fork-black River has no hookups.
Is there drinking water at Deer Creek (east Fork-black River?
Yes, Deer Creek (east Fork-black River has potable water. It also has toilets.
Are dogs allowed at Deer Creek (east Fork-black River?
Yes, pets are allowed at Deer Creek (east Fork-black River.
Is there cell service at Deer Creek (east Fork-black River?
Probably not: the FCC's National Broadband Map (data as of December 31, 2025) shows no 4G LTE or 5G from AT&T, T-Mobile, or Verizon at or within about half a mile of Deer Creek (east Fork-black River. The FCC map only includes 4G LTE at 5/1 Mbps or better and 5G; a weaker signal, a text, or an emergency call may still get through, but don't count on it.
Who manages Deer Creek (east Fork-black River?
Deer Creek (east Fork-black River is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.

Around Deer Creek (east Fork-black River

fishypedia.com · 7.8 miles

The nearest lake with a fishing page is Big Lake, whose mapped center point is 7.8 miles away in a straight line. Stocking record and species: Big Lake fishing on fishypedia.com.

First-come Aspen Campground Alpine · National Forest Season Not on record Fee Per Camp Unit per night $14.00; additional camp unit $14.00; Interagency/Senior $7.00 First-come Raccoon Campground Alpine · National Forest Season Not on record Fee $14 per camp unit per night; additional camp unit $14; Interagency/Senior discount $7 First-come Diamond Rock Campground Eagar · National Forest Season Not on record Fee Single Site: $14 per night First-come Horse Springs Campground Alpine · National Forest Season Not on record Fee $16 per vehicle per night; additional camp unit $16; Interagency/Senior discount $8

More campgrounds: camping near Alpine and campgrounds in Apache.

Sources

First-come, first-served Single Site: $14 per night
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