I have mixed feeling about this campground, which is why I gave it 3 stars. Stayed overnight in late April 2016 at one of the campsites. The actual campsites and general area for hiking and scenery I would rate at 4 stars.
However, the general upkeep and operation leaves something to be desired. The signs, notices, map displays etc. seem to be very poorly maintained. Many were missing, and those that remained were so badly weathered and sun-faded as to be mostly unreadable. Check in and payment are supposed to be self-serve, but there were no brochures, area maps, or check-in envelopes available (an apparent volunteer "spot checker" was able to supply a check-in form, he apparently had to drive to Wikiup to get one). The fee is $14, but if you don't have exact change you will end up overpaying or taking a chance on getting a fine for not paying. The camp "host" had apparently left for the year in late March.
Each campsite has a fire pit/grill setup, but you need to bring your own wood or charcoal. I had a Coleman propane and a JetBoiler Flash so did not need a fire. Most sites have room to set up a tent, but not all (there are 24 sites), and all have a good table setup. Water and real restrooms are available at several locations at the site.
Burro Creek is not far from the campground, but I would highly suggest good hiking shoes or boots, and a walking stick. There are no real trails, and thorny bushes abound (it is after, a desert area). The terrain down to the creek is rather treacherous, as it is all loose silt/sand, or covered with a bed of river rocks. Some birds nest in the cliffs on the far side of the creek, but may be hard to get close to unless without some steep rocky hill climbing. There are also some beaver dams in the creek. read more
