Kellner Group Site
USFS · Group Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Group Campground
- Hours
- Check in 1:00pm, Check out 11:00am
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Nearest dump station
- Canyon Point Dump Station · 68.3 mi
- Coordinates
- 33.3347, -110.8292
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
Kellner Group Picnic Site is nestled at the base of the beautiful Pinal Mountains south of Globe, Arizona. This site's interesting rock walls and steps were built by the Civilian Conservation Corps. It sits in the riparian area of Kellner Canyon, which frequently has a small stream running through it. Spectacular Mountain Views This site boasts spectacular views of the Pinal Mountains, which rise 3,500 feet above it. The riparian area and stream host large sycamore and white oak trees which give it shade. Wildlife in the Pinal Mountains includes a large variety of birds, chipmunks, squirrels, coatimundi, and coos whitetail deer. A fire came very close to this area in the spring of 2017 and has affected some of the vegetation. Wildlife Watching and Islands in the Sky Recreation includes hiking, exploring and wildlife viewing. The Pinal Mountains are considered a "Sky Island" and make for excellent bird watching opportunities. A short 7-mile drive leads to Icehouse Canyon Day Use Area which hosts trailheads for Six Shooter Canyon Trail, Ice House Canyon Trail, Kellner Canyon Trail and the Telephone Trail. Kellner Group Picnic Site The unique rock walls and steps of Kellner Group Picnic Site were built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1940's. The site is at the end of a gated, three-quarter-mile long road, giving it privacy and a remote feel. There are 5 picnic units with tables and grills, one group fire ring, and a vault toilet. Parking is limited to 5 vehicles and 25 people, and there is no room to turn a trailer around. Trash service is not available, so please, Pack it in, Pack it out. Weather Information The area is at an elevation of 4,400 ft. and may receive snow during a winter storm. The summer months are warm but tolerable, with the temperature ranging from 85-105 degrees. During Arizona's monsoon season, in the months of July and August, frequent afternoon or evening thunderstorms occur and there is the possibility of flash flooding in the sit
From the USFS.Official page
Is Kellner Group Site free?
No. Kellner Group Site charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
How do I get to Kellner Group Site?
Located 5 miles southwest of Globe. Follow Jess Hayes Road southeast of Globe to the junction of Icehouse Canyon Road and Six Shooter Canyon Road. Continue on Ice house Canyon for 3 miles to the junction of Forest Road (FR) 55 and 112. Take the right fork and continue following FR 55 for another 3 miles to the site.
Nearby
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
