Verde Ranch RV Storage
RV storage facility
4.8 (83)
162 N Goswick Way, Camp Verde, AZ 86322
Gender-neutral restroom
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Camp Verde Swimming Holes In Arizona
By Hidden Swimming Holes Team · Record updated
Background: generated illustration, not a photograph of this location.
Plan Bull Pen day use on West Clear Creek, distinguish the trailhead from pool entry, check creek crossings and understand toilets, water and camping restrictions.
Swimming restriction
Bull Pen is day-use only with no overnight camping. Use permitted trails and current signs. Agency descriptions of swimming do not establish safe depth, inspected rope swings, jumping permission or today's recreational water quality.
Official sources checked:
Water type
Creek
Access
Informal
Fee
Current Bull Pen page does not publish a site fee. Check the applicable fee/pass and any road or access requirements; no categorical free-access claim. Separate campground charges may apply.
Best season
Check road, weather, flood and creek conditions rather than relying on May-September safety claims. Year-round day-use designation does not mean safe water or passable crossings
Nearby towns
Camp Verde; Regional Approach From Phoenix
Water body
West Clear Creek At Bull Pen; Other Regional Water Stops Are Separate
Location
Map & Directions
Nearby towns
Camp Verde; Regional Approach From Phoenix
Access location not verified
34.53952, -111.7088
Recorded coordinates have not been source-checked. Confirm the entrance and legal access before using directions.
Sources & checks
This is a desk-researched listing. A record update or map check does not confirm current swimming permission or water conditions.
- Swimming rules
- Official sources checked . See the rules above and check for current closures.
- Access location not verified
- The recorded location has no completed source check. Confirm the entrance, legal access, and parking before travelling.
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Camp Verde swimming: focus on the documented Bull Pen access
The legacy regional label mentions four places, but the archived directions only establish Bull Pen context on West Clear Creek. This review does not invent three additional verified stops. The Forest Service day-use page identifies Bull Pen access and publishes a trailhead location, not an exact pool entrance.
Road approach and the map pin
Use current agency directions and posted signs for FR 618 and FR 215. The day-use page describes an approach from the Highway 179/I-17 junction. Confirm road conditions before driving rather than assuming the archived locked gate, parking arrangement or half-mile pool walk remains unchanged. The map point here represents the agency day-use/trailhead location, not safe water entry.
Bring water and plan a day visit
Bull Pen has a vault toilet, no potable water and no trash pickup. Carry drinking water and pack out litter. Overnight camping is not allowed. The federal West Clear Creek overview separates Bull Pen from Clear Creek Campground; campground services and camping permission must not be transferred to the swimming pool. No current site-specific fee is published on the day-use page, so check applicable requirements rather than treating the old free-access claim as confirmed.
Understand the creek outing
A pool visit is not the whole wilderness trail
West Clear Creek Trail No. 17 runs 5.5 miles one-way. The agency describes four creek crossings, from knee height to impassable, and warns that flooding can be rapid and unexpected. Its first 1.5 miles are more open and exposed. Do not advertise the entire canyon as a shaded short walk suitable for everyone or extend an informal pool visit upstream without appropriate planning.
Swimming context is not jumping clearance
The federal overview describes swimming recreation in lower West Clear Creek, but it does not verify today's depth, water quality, inspected rope swing or safe jumping ledge. Prior jumping instructions and seasonal safe-water promises have been withdrawn. Check weather and current notices, avoid hazardous crossings and plan your return. For current forest questions, contact the Red Rock Ranger Visitor Center at 928-203-2900.
Photo review
The saved Bullpen place is relevant to this named creek stop despite a weak automated match to the broad regional label. Its only recovered primary photograph contains people in and around the pool and remains held for privacy. No photo or pool map point has been assigned to all four legacy regional places.
Getting There
Use the current Forest Service Bull Pen Day Use Area & Trailhead directions rather than the archived locked-gate assumption. The agency day-use page describes the Highway 179/I-17 approach, about 9 miles southeast on FR 618 to FR 215, then about 3 miles east toward Bull Pen. Check road condition and current signs before driving. The day-use point is not the pool entrance; use the current trail information for the creek approach.
Quick Navigation
Access Notes
Day-use only; no overnight camping. Agency maps identify Bull Pen access but do not verify a half-mile pool approach or an upstream extra pool. Trail No. 17 is 5.5 miles one-way with four creek crossings that can become impassable. Do not confuse the short pool outing with the full wilderness route.
Plan Your Visit
Parking & Access
Confirm the entrance, parking arrangements, and legal access with the land manager. A map pin does not establish a public right of access. Follow posted routes and never block gates or driveways.
Regulations & Fees
Bull Pen is day-use only with no overnight camping. Use permitted trails and current signs. Agency descriptions of swimming do not establish safe depth, inspected rope swings, jumping permission or today's recreational water quality. Public park access does not necessarily include permission to swim. Respect private property and posted restrictions.
Seasonality & Flow
Water conditions can change quickly. This listing does not provide a current safety or water-quality assessment. Check official alerts and avoid entering water when conditions or permission are uncertain.
What to Bring
Bring sturdy water shoes to protect your feet on rocks and slippery surfaces. A waterproof dry bag keeps your phone, keys, and valuables safe. Pack a quick-dry towel, sun protection, and drinking water - never drink from the natural water source.
Nearby Facilities
Nearby places from saved public map data, not necessarily facilities at the swimming spot. Confirm access, hours, fees, and amenities with the operator before you drive.
Map data retrieved 2026-06-15
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Frequently Asked Questions About Camp Verde Swimming Holes In Arizona
Does this guide verify four Camp Verde swimming entrances?
No. The archived directions describe Bull Pen on West Clear Creek. The regional label is preserved, but no additional three entrances or shared rules have been invented.
What does the Bull Pen map pin represent?
It is the day-use/trailhead location published by the Forest Service, not the swimming pool or a guarantee of available parking. Use current agency directions and signs for the creek approach.
Does Bull Pen have toilets and drinking water?
The Forest Service lists a vault toilet, no potable water and no trash pickup. Bring drinking water and pack out litter. Clear Creek Campground amenities belong to a separate location.
Can I camp at Bull Pen?
No. Bull Pen is day-use only and overnight camping is prohibited. Clear Creek Campground is a separate option whose current bookings, fees and services should be checked directly.
Is West Clear Creek Trail just a half-mile walk?
No. The full Trail No. 17 is 5.5 miles one-way with four variable creek crossings. The archived half-mile pool estimate is not a current measured route or description of the whole wilderness trail.
Are swimming fees, rope swings and jumping safety verified?
The current day-use page does not publish a site fee, and agency swimming context is not proof of safe depth or an inspected rope swing. Check applicable access requirements and conditions; jumping and swing advice are not recommended here.
Highlights
Official Bull Pen trailhead identified
Vault toilet and drinking-water limitation
Day-use camping prohibition
Pool outing distinguished from full canyon trail
Unique Features
Lower West Clear Creek canyon access
Four variable crossings on the full Trail No. 17 route
Location & Area Map
Safety Information
Important Safety Tips
- Flash flooding can be rapid and unexpected
- Do not enter hazardous crossings or rely on clear-looking water as safe-depth or water-quality proof
- Bring drinking water and a route plan; do not use cliff-jump or rope-swing instructions
- No lifeguard provision verified
Cultural & Historical Context
Historical Background
Bull Pen Ranch is the western trail terminus described by the Forest Service. The regional label and old directions are historical context, not four verified modern recreation sites.
Photography Guide
Photo Opportunities
Use permitted trails and viewpoints; avoid photographing identifiable visitors without permission. The only recovered Bull Pen primary is occupied and remains held for privacy.
Conservation & Ethics
Protect This Place
Use lawful signed access, protect riparian vegetation, avoid creating bank paths and carry out litter. Check current fire and land-use restrictions.
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At a Glance
Best Time to Visit
Check road, weather, flood and creek conditions rather than relying on May-September safety claims. Year-round day-use designation does not mean safe water or passable crossings.
Difficulty Level
Agency rates full West Clear Creek Trail No. 17 moderate, 5.5 miles one-way, with dangerous variable creek crossings. No measured current half-mile pool approach or all-abilities access established.
Fee
Current Bull Pen page does not publish a site fee. Check the applicable fee/pass and any road or access requirements; no categorical free-access claim. Separate campground charges may apply.
Facilities
Bring drinking water and pack out all trash. Clear Creek Campground's amenities are at a separate location and must not be advertised as poolside services. No showers, lifeguards or accessible water-entry route verified at Bull Pen.
Activities
Day-use hiking, picnicking and lower-creek swimming when conditions permit; jumping and rope-swing recommendations withdrawn
Phone
928-203-2900 (Red Rock Ranger Visitor Center)
Safety & Access Notice
This information is for general planning only and may be incomplete, outdated, or inaccurate. Access rules, closures, water levels, currents, hazards, and legal restrictions can change at any time. Always verify current rules with the land manager or official source before visiting.
You are responsible for your own safety and for following all posted signs, laws, and local regulations. Read the full disclaimer.
Camping Information
No overnight camping, including dispersed camping, at Bull Pen. Clear Creek Campground is a separate camping destination; confirm current reservations, amenities and fees. No current Beaver Creek campground booking is established here.
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Safety & Access Notice
This information is for general planning only and may be incomplete, outdated, or inaccurate. Access rules, closures, water levels, currents, hazards, and legal restrictions can change at any time. Always verify current rules with the land manager or official source before visiting.
- Do not swim where swimming is prohibited, unsafe, or not clearly allowed.
- Follow posted signs, local regulations, closures, and private-property boundaries.
- Assess conditions on site. Water flow, depth, temperature, and underwater hazards change quickly.
- Never jump or dive without personally confirming depth and underwater obstacles.
- Swim with a buddy and consider flotation for weak or non-swimmers.
- Pack out all trash; respect wildlife and fragile environments.
You are responsible for your own safety and for following all posted signs, laws, and local regulations. Read the full disclaimer.
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Joshua Havens
Founder & Editor, Hidden Swimming Holes
Joshua Havens created Hidden Swimming Holes to make it easier for people to find — and safely visit — natural freshwater swimming destinations across the United States. He researches access conditions, water quality resources, and land management rules so you don't have to start from scratch. He holds a strong belief that good outdoor recreation information should be accurate, honest about its limitations, and freely available.
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