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Teskey Home Site

The Teskey Home Site is a small homestead located along Big Bug Creek in the northern part of the Agua Fria National Monument . Visitors can explore the chimney remnants and a stone foundation. The quiet creekside setting offers a chance to enjoy desert wildlife and reflect on pioneer life. Settled by Cornelius “Colonel” H. Teskey in 1940, the site remained home to his family until 1948. Colonel Teskey and his wife Phoebe farmed hay, grain, and pinto beans, tended livestock, and relied on early…

  • Managed by: Bureau of Land Management
  • Coordinates: 34.3125, -112.071359

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • Big Bug Trailhead
  • Castle Creek Wilderness
  • TURNEY GULCH GROUP
  • HORSETHIEF CABIN
  • Crown King Area (Horsethief Basin)
  • Poland Junction

Frequently asked questions

Is Teskey Home Site reservable?

Teskey Home Site is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Teskey Home Site?

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How do I book a campsite at Teskey Home Site?

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