Dead Horse Ranch State Park

Nice place. Clean and the campground sites were fairly level. Short drive to alot of good attractions. Only complaint was the internet/cell service was spotty. Didn't work well during the day but late at night seemed better. Guess the tower can't handle too much activity

Great state park! Level sites that are fairly well spaced. Very clean, great showers, really convenient to Cottonwood. The little signs showing the various loops and site numbers are really hard to read so try to arrive before dark. There are recycling bins scattered throughout which was a pleasant surprise. We will definitely return.

One of our most favorite spots. We stayed here for two weeks and loved it. Beautiful views, lots of trails and friendly camp hosts. Large sites that are well spaced and fairly level. Very convenient as well to Jerome, Old town Cottonwood and Sedona. No WiFi but decent cell coverage. I did not use the restrooms or showers but heard from others that they were very clean. We will try to return next year.

If you are in the area make sure you go to Elote cafe in Sedona. One of the best, authentic Mexican restaurants. If you want to rent a bike try Verde Valley bikes, great guys and close to the park.

I'm not sure what constitutes 4- va 5-star ratings but, for us, it was the following...

Friendly staff and hosts
Clean bathrooms and showers (water was more warm than hot)
Clean, level, spacious sites (asphalt)
Good price ($30-35 depending on location)

There are three loops, a group-only, tent-only and cabins. The park is pretty with a lot to do if you enjoy walking/hiking. Just before the park is a public dog park.

We stayed a night in Quail loop which is lower and more shaded, and one in Blackhawk which is slightly higher and more exposed but warms up faster with a lovely evening view of Jerome, AZ.

We would return here again. It makes a great base for Cottonwood, Jerome, Sedona and Red Rock.

Nice place, quiet. It is very close to town, but i did not hear any city sounds. All was paved. My spot may have had a little shade depending on the time of day.

Loved it! We were there in late October so we didn't need shade. We stayed in the farthest, highest loop. $30/ night. 40 ft motorhome. Plenty of space between sites. Easy to maneuver. Paved. Good roads. Views. Close to town. No wifi, but data/cell service good. Clean. Convenient to visit Sedona, Jerome, and other must-see sights. We would stay there again, w/o question.

Mid-May 2016, and we picked DHR based on the amenities offered, as my "roughing it" days are behind me. I must say the grounds were very well maintained, the showers and bathrooms were spotless, and the location of the park is perfect if you want to explore the surrounding areas and towns. BUT (and this is a massive But), considering what this park has to offer, the location for the tent camp is one of the worst we've encountered. It is at the highest, most recessed part of the campground, had absolutely zero (I say again, zero, nada) shade - not a tree within a half mile - the winds were constantly 15-20 mph, and we were within snoring distance from our fellow campers. We were very fortunate the weather was moderate enough that we didn't get fried up there, and I have to thank the Mrs. for suggesting we bring a shade tent along with us. In my opinion, the park is only suited for RV's, and if I had been in one I could have given it 5 stars, but I wasn't and so I couldn't.

Agree with everything me3tv said.
Camped here in Oct/15. There are three loops, the shady one is $5 more. Nice clean restrooms and free showers.

Near to town but yet in a quiet area with campsites well spread out. Open area. Not many trees. There are plenty of bath facilities and clean. There were a lot of tent campers and families but the family fun noise faded out pretty fast after sundown. Very good location. This could be a good base camp for the area and save a few dollars too.