Campground List
CAMPGROUND NAME: Ashurst Lake
VISIT DATE: 06/05/1998
UPDATE DATE: 02/22/2024
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Flagstaff
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Flagstaff
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Flagstaff, AZ, off Interstate 17, take Exit 339 (Lake Mary
Rd./Mormon Rd.). Turn south onto Lake Mary Rd. and go 17.1 miles
to Ashurst Lake sign. Turn left at sign and go 3.9 miles on a washboard,
gravel road to stop sign. Turn right into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,100 feet.
Campground is next to Ashurst Lake with most sites overlooking the
lake. It is composed of some Ponderosa pines, but mostly Junipers.
There are lots of birds and waterfowl, such as the Blue Heron. The
lake is excellent for wind surfing and Sunfish sailing. Higher
numbered sites are less developed and have a disbursed camping feel.
Firewood is available for a fee.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 1 through October 11 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $24 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 6
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 19
Total Sites: 25
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: No
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 25
No. Grilles on Sites: 25
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 6
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 17' X 39'
Comments:
The parking aprons are irregular, dirt and gravel. RVrs should fill
water tanks before arriving at campground. A waste station with
potable water, is available for a fee at the Pinegrove (national forest)
campground. Access requires backing into waste station.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
There is a single water tank for obtaining potable water.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Ashurst Lakes is 230 acres and is excellent for wind surfing and
Sunfish sailing. Power boats are limited to 8hp. The boat ramp
is primitive and rocky at its end.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Brown and Rainbow Trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Blue Ridge
VISIT DATE: 06/01/1998
UPDATE DATE: 02/22/2024
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Mogollon Rim
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Winslow
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Winslow, AZ, take State Rt. 87 south 42.4 miles to Moqui
sign. Turn left at sign onto single-lane dirt road and go 1.1
miles into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,900 feet.
The campground is located in mature Ponderosa pines. Most
sites use parallel parking aprons. Licensed ATVs are permitted
in the campground. If there is a host at campground, there are
only nine sites. There are limited groceries and gas at
intersection of State Rt. 87 and Forest Rt. 3.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 1 through September 30 - weather dependent
Note: Due to drought conditions campground may close early;
contact ranger district office for status.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 2
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 8
Total Sites: 10
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 10
No. Grilles on Sites: 10
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 8
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 9' X 26'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt. There is a waste station at the
Happy Jack Lodge and RV Park. It is located 2 miles north of
State Rt. 87 on Forest Rt. 3. Expect to pay a fee.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The Happy Jack Lodge & RV Park (see RV comments for location)
does provide showers for a fee - towel and soap are also
provided.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
Comments:
The Arizona Trail is nearby.
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Bonito
VISIT DATE: 6/6/2002
UPDATE DATE: 2/22/2024
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Flagstaff
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Flagstaff
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Flagstaff, AZ, take US Rt. 89 north 12.5 miles to Sunset
Crater/Wupaiki signs. Turn right at sign and go 1.9 miles to
campground sign. Turn left into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,900 ft.
The campground is next to entrance of the Sunset Crater Volcano and
Wupatki National Monuments. The campground is dotted with Ponderosa
pines and there is almost no understory. This is because of black
volcanic "gravel" put down when the Sunset Volcano last erupted in
AD 1250. The Wupatki National Monument consists of pueblo ruins that
were occupied by Sinagua Indians from about 1100-1225 AD. This ground
cover and the close proximity of the two National Monuments makes the
campground a most interesting place to camp. Interpretive programs
are provided on weekends during the summer. Firewood is available
for a fee. There are pedestal grilles and fire rings at each camp
site.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 3 through October 14 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $30 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 43
Total Sites: 43
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 43
No. Grilles on Sites: 43
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 15
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 45.5'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. RVrs should fill water tank before arriving at
campground.
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 3
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Canyon Vista
VISIT DATE: 6/6/2002
UPDATE DATE: 2/22/2024
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Flagstaff
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Flagstaff
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Flagstaff, AZ, at the intersection of Beulah Blvd. and Lake Mary Rd.,
take Lake Mary Rd. south 5.5 miles to campground sign. Turn left at
sign into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,900 ft.
The campground, located near Lower Lake Mary and Walnut Canyon,
is comprised of Ponderosa pine, other mixed conifers, Aspen and oak.
There are views of the San Francisco Peaks and other areas providing
good photo opportunities. The campground is primarily composed of a
series of four two-site loops at the edge of a small meadow. It is
convenient to sports rock climbing at The Pitt. Flagstaff is close by
For a day trip and cook's night out.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 1 through October 11 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $26 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 11
Total Sites: 11
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 11
No. Grilles on Sites: 10
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: See below
Comments:
The parking aprons ar dirt. Parking aprons are irregular in shape but
will accommodate any size RV. Recommend filling fresh water tanks
before arriving.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The source of potable water is a water buffalo.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
Comments:
Sandy's Canyon Trail (foot and horse) - 1 mile
provides access to Arizona Trail
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Cave Springs
VISIT DATE: 06/08/1998
UPDATE DATE: 02/22/2024
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Red Rock
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Red Rock
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Sedona, AZ, take State Rt. 89A north 9.8 miles to campground
sign. Turn left at sign into the campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation 5,400 feet.
This popular campground, full most weekends, is one of four in the Oak
Creek Canyon Recreation Area (also known as "Red Rock Country"). It
is located on the west side of Oak Creek in a Riparian area nestled in a
pleasantly thick forest of Ponderosa pine, Gambel oaks, and maple trees.
The understory is grass with fern scattered throughout. There are six
overlapping loops, A through F, with numerous side-by-side campsites.
From the campground entrance booth, fishing supplies, limited groceries,
firewood and ice are available for a fee. The campground is an excellent
location for exploring the Sedona area. Privacy between campsites is
minimal.
The drive along State Rt. 89A through Oak Creek Canyon or "Red Rock
Country" is beautiful. The rock formations are spectacular with colors
changing from gray to red and back. There are excellent vistas along
the way to take in the beauty of the canyon. One fun place for the
whole family is Slide Rock State Park, south of mile marker 382 on
State Rt. 89A. There, enjoy playing in Oak Creek with tire tubs,
inflatable rafts, shooting natural rock slides, etc.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 1 through October 31
NOTE: 02/22/2024 - Campground temporarily closed April through July
2024 due to riverbank stabilization program by USFS. Contact ranger district
office for status.
Note: Due to drought conditions campground may close early;
contact ranger district office for status.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $26 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 7
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 82
Total Sites: 82
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 82
No. Grilles on Sites: 82
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 3
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12.5' X 40'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. Some of the interior roads are tight
and narrow, making manuevering large rigs a challenge. An RV
waste station with no potable water, is available for a fee at the
Giant gas station off Interstate 17 (Exit 198) - left at end of exit
to Giant on the right.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: Yes
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 11
No. Threaded: 3
Comments:
Hot showers are available for a fee.
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Wading in Oak Creek is possible. And, take a "beater trail" next to
site F10 to a section of Oak Creek containing some swimming holes;
adult supervision is suggested.
HIKING
Harding Springs Trail #51 (foot) - 0.7 miles
Other trails are available throughout the Oak Creek
Canyon corridor. Contact the ranger district office
for more information.
FISHING
Rainbow Trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Clear Creek
VISIT DATE: 06/09/1998
UPDATE DATE: 2/22/2024
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Red Rock
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Camp Verde
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Camp Verde, AZ, take State Rt. 260 east 5.3 miles to
campground sign. Turn left at sign onto dirt road and go 0.5
miles to campground sign. Bear left into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 3,200 feet.
The campground is like an oasis with a functional irrigation
ditch running through it and West Clear Creek along the boundary.
The sites are shaded by huge Cottonwood and Sycamore trees. There
is a bare earth open field where sports activites could be organized.
Firewood is available for a fee. Conveniet to Camp Verde, AZ, the
campground has two loops. The larger loop is comfortable for most
recreational vehicles (rv) while the small loop would be tight for
large (rv); note warning sign at loop's entry. Old trees and nearby
water attract a good size population of birds. The bare ground
understory and close campsites results in poor to fair privacy
between campsites.
Possible day trips are V Bar V Heritage Site (largest known
collection of petroglyphs in Verde Valley - N34 39.924, W111 42.964),
Montezuma Castle National Monument (Pueblo Indian cliff dwelling)
and the sights of Sedona, AZ.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $24 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 7
Note: Due to drought conditions campground may close early;
contact ranger district office for status.
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 17
Total Sites: 18
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 18
No. Grilles on Sites: 18
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 17' X 36'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 2
No. Threaded: 2
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Wading in West Clear Creek is possible.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow Trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Dairy Springs
VISIT DATE: 06/04/1998
UPDATE DATE: 2/22/2024
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Flagstaff
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Flagstaff
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Flagstaff, AZ, off Interstate 17, take Exit 339 (Lake Mary
Rd./Mormon Rd.). Turn south onto Lake Mary Rd. and go 20.5 miles
to Mormon Lake Village sign. Turn right at sign and go 3.6 miles
to campground sign. Turn right into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,100 feet.
The campground is located across from the seasonal Mormon Lake
in large mature Ponderosa pine and young Gambel oaks with a grassy
understory. The dense vegetation provide good privacy between sites.
Irregular shaped sites can accommodate large families. Intrepetive
programs are offered during the summer season.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 3 through October 14 - weather dependent
Note: Due to drought conditions campground may close early;
contact ranger district office for status.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $26 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 3
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 27
Total Sites: 30
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 30
No. Grilles on Sites: 28
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 2
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 16' X 44'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt. The interior roads are narrow with some
tight turn arounds. RVs should fill water tanks before arriving at
campground. A waste station with potable water, is available for
a fee at the Pinegrove (national forest) campground. Access
requires backing into waste station.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 5
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Ledges Trail (foot, mountain bike & horse) - 0.75 miles
Diary Springs Loop Nature Trail (foot) - 0.5 miles
Connector to Arizona Trail (foot, horse, mountain bike) - .2 miles
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Double Springs
VISIT DATE: 06/04/1998
UPDATE DATE: 2/22/2024
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Flagstaff
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Flagstaff
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Flagstaff, AZ, off Interstate 17, take Exit 339 (Lake Mary
Rd./Mormon Rd.). Turn south onto Lake Mary Rd. and go 20.5 miles
to Mormon Lake Village sign. Turn right at sign and go 4.9 miles
to campground sign. Turn right into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,100 feet.
The campground is located across the road from the seasonal Mormon
Lake in a large stand of Ponderosa pines and Gambel oaks with grass
understory. Privacy between sites is good. Year-round creeks provide
musical background throughout campground. Some private residences
are located at far end of campground. Sites 14 and 15 are tent only -
getting in and out with an RV is difficult.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 3 through October 29
Note: Due to drought conditions campground may close early;
contact ranger district office for status.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $24 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 7
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 8
Total Sites: 15
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 15
No. Grilles on Sites: 15
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 19' X 45'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt. RVs should fill water tanks
before arriving at campground. A waste station with potable
water, is available for a fee at the Pinegrove (national forest)
campground. Access requires backing into waste station.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 5
No. Threaded: 1
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Lakeview (foot and mountain bike) - 0.5 miles
Arizona Trial (foot, horse, mountain bike) - 817 miles
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Forked Pine
VISIT DATE: 06/05/1998
UPDATE DATE: 2/22/2024
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Flagstaff
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Flagstaff
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Flagstaff, AZ, off Interstate 17, take Exit 339 (Lake Mary
Rd./Mormon Rd.). Turn south onto Lake Mary Rd. and go 17.1 miles
to Ashurst Lake sign. Turn left at sign and go 3.9 miles to stop
sign. Turn left after stop sign onto dirt road and go 1.1 miles
to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,100 feet.
There are three loops - A through C. Loop B has no vault. The campground is
located on Ashurst Lake in some Ponderosa and Juniper pines. There are lots
of birds and waterfowl, Blue Heron, among others. Most sites overlook the
lake with a view of the San Francisco Peaks. The understory is rocky and grass
and privacy between sites is fair. Because of consistent winds, the lake is
excellent for wind surfing and Sunfish sailing.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 1 through October 11
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $24 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 6
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 19
Total Sites: 25
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: No
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 25
No. Grilles on Sites: 25
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 14.5' X 33'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel. RVs should fill water tanks
before arriving at campground. A waste station with potable
water, is available for a fee at the Pinegrove (national forest)
campground. Access requires backing into waste station.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
At time of visit, only water available was in a tank on Loop A.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Ashurst Lakes is 230 acres. The boat ramp at campground is in dis-repair.
Use ramp on west side of the lake in the Ashurst campground.
Excellent lake for wind surfing and Sunfish sailing. Power boats are
limited to 8hp.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Brown and Rainbow Trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Knoll Lake
VISIT DATE: 05/31/1998
UPDATE DATE: 2/22/2024
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Mogollon Rim
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Winslow
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Winslow, AZ, take State Rt. 87 south 41.6 miles to Knoll
Lake/Rim Road sign (Forest Rt. 95). Turn left onto Rt. 95 (dirt)
and go 7 miles to "Y" intersection and Knoll Lake sign. Bear
left and go 2 miles to another "Y" intersection and Knoll Lake
sign (Forest Rt. 321). Bear right onto Rt. 321 and go 10.1 miles
to "T" intersection and Knoll Lake sign (Forest Rt. 300). Turn
left onto Rt. 300 and go 4.5 miles to Knoll Lake sign (Forest Rt.
295E). Turn left onto Rt. 295E and go 3.8 miles to Knoll Lake
campground sign. Turn left at sign into campground.
NOTE: Starting with Forest Rt. 95, the roads are dirt and gravel
all the way to campground. They vary in width from a wide
two-lane road down to narrow single-lane. Washboards are common.
The roads are mostly level with a few sections that are steep and
curvy.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,400 feet.
The Forest roads to the campground are scenic, especially Forest
Rt. 300. It has some spectacular vistas from the Mogollon Rim.
The campground is scenic and heavily wooded with Ponderosa pine
and some Douglas fir; the understory is grassy. Firewood is
provided for a fee. There is sufficient distance between sites
to afford some privacy.
There are limited groceries and gas 9.9 miles south on State Rt.
87 (from Forest Rt. 95). There are some good day trips from the
campground, such as one of the Cabin Loop Trails, General Crook
Trail and views from the Mogollon Rim.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 1 through September 30
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day
$40 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 7
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 23
Total Sites: 30
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 30
No. Grilles on Sites: 30
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 7
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 43'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt; some are irregular in shape. RV
waste can be dumped in the vaults at campground. There is a
waste station at the Happy Jack Lodge and RV Park. It is located
2 miles north of State Rt. 87 on Forest Rt. 3. Expect to pay a
fee.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 4
No. Threaded: 3
Comments:
The Happy Jack Lodge & RV Park (see RV comments for location)
does provide showers for a fee - towel and soap are also
provided.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Knoll Lake is 77 acres. Power boats are limited to electric
motors only. Access to the boat ramp is in the day-use area.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Brown and Rainbow Trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Lakeview
VISIT DATE: 06/05/1998
UPDATE DATE: 2/22/2024
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Flagstaff
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Flagstaff
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Flagstaff, AZ, off Interstate 17, take Exit 339 (Lake Mary
Rd./Mormon Rd.). Turn south onto Lake Mary Rd. and go 13 miles
to campground sign. Turn left into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,900 ft.
The campground, a long single loop, is located on a hillside across from
Forest Rt. 3 and Lake Mary. Ponderosa pine provide shade and block the
view of Lake Mary from most campsites. The access route is is not heavily
used so traffic noise is minimal. Privacy between campsites is minimal.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 3 through October 14 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
$26 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 14
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 16
Total Sites: 30
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 30
No. Grilles on Sites: 30
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 9
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 25'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel. RVs should fill water tanks
before arriving at campground. A waste station with potable
water, is available for a fee at the Pinegrove (national forest)
campground. Access requires backing into waste station.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 2
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
There is a single, small tank for potable water. RVs should fill
water tank before arriving at campground.
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
The seasonal Lake Mary is across Forest Rt. 3 where there is
fishing and most water sports. There are no power boat motor
restrictions.
HIKING
Wood Trail (paved - foot) - 0.5 miles
FISHING
There is fishing at the nearby, seasonal Lake Mary - trout, Northern
pike and Walleye.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Little Elden Springs Horse Camp
VISIT DATE: 06/03/1998
UPDATE DATE: 2/22/2024
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Flagstaff
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Flagstaff
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Flagstaff, AZ, take US Rt. 89 north 5.3 miles to Elden
Springs Rd. sign. Turn left at sign onto dirt road and go 2.1
miles to campground sign. Turn right at sign and go 0.3 miles to
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,200 ft.
The campground, for horse/mule campers only, is located at the base of
Mt. Elden in Ponderosa pines and Gambel oaks with a high grassy
understory. Built for and by horse lovers, most sites have an area
for a portable corral and all are equipped with highlines.
The trail system will satisfy the novice as well as the expert
equestrian.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 3 through October 14 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $30 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 15
Total Sites: 15
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 15
No. Grilles on Sites: 15
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 15
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: See comments below
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt. Most pull throughs will accommodate
any size RV or horse trailer and tow vehicle.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 6
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
A trail connects the campground to a network of riding trails
(Mt. Elden/Dry Lake Hills Trail System) on Mt. Elden. Besides
horses, the trail system also accommodates hikers and mountain
bikers. Contact Flagstaff District Ranger Office for information and
maps.
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Lockett Meadow
VISIT DATE: 6/6/2002
UPDATE DATE: 2/22/2024
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Flagstaff
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Flagstaff
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Flagstaff, AZ, take US Rt. 89 north 12.5 miles to Forest Rt. 420
(across from the Sunset Crater National Monument turnoff). Turn left
onto Rt. 420 and go 0.6 miles to "T" intersection (Forest Rt. 552).
Turn right onto Rt. 552 and proceed 1.2 miles to campground sign.
Turn right and go 2.8 miles to a "T" intersection. Turn right and go
0.1 miles to campground.
NOTE: Once off US Rt. 89, expect single lane dirt roads some of
which may be risky to travel on during rainy season. Check with
ranger district office for road conditions.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 8,600 ft.
The campground, comprised of a large loop encircleing Lockett Meadow,
is rustic offering views of the San Francisco Peaks. Aspen trees are
throughout and surround Lockett Meadow. Excellent hiking opportunities,
into the heart of an ancient volcano from Lockett Meadow via the Inner
Basin Trail, are offered. A must day trip is to the Sunset Crater National
Monument, about 5 to 6 miles from the campground. Wildlife sightings, such
as bear, elk, porcupine, and hennit thrush, can be expected at this campground.
Because of the abundance of Aspen, fall colors should be a delight. Besides
old Aspen trees, there are also Ponderosa pine and Douglas fir. The views from
the campground are breathtaking. Although there are no grilles, each campsite
has a fire ring. The campground is pack it in, pack it out.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 1 through October 11
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $24 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 17
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 0
Total Sites: 17
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 17
No. Grilles on Sites: 0
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Inner Basin Trail #29 (foot, horse, mountain bike) - 2 miles
Waterline Trail (foot, horse, mountain bike) - 3 miles
accesses a network of trails
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Manzanita
VISIT DATE: 06/08/1998
UPDATE DATE: 2/22/2024
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Red Rock
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Red Rock
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Sedona, AZ, take State Rt. 89A north 4.5 miles to the
driveway entrance of campground. Bear right into campground.
NOTE: Entrance into campground is not well marked. If the Canyon
Wren cabins are reached, turn around and try again.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 4,800 feet.
This popular campground, full most weekends, is one of four in the Oak
Creek Canyon Recreation Area, which is also referred to as "Red Rock
Country." Manzanita is the first campground reached in the Recreation
Area. It is a single loop, with some grass, located next to Oak Creek
with some sites overlooking the creek. The area is wooded with Ponderosa,
Gambel oak, Ash maple and several other species of trees. The campground
is compact with no privacy between sites. Expect some traffic noise from
State Rt. 89A. It is an excellent location for sightseeing around the Sedona area.
The drive along State Rt. 89A through Oak Creek Canyon or "Red Rock Country"
is beautiful. The rock formations are spectacular with colors changing from gray
to red and back. There are excellent vistas along the way to take in the beauty
of the canyon. One fun place for the whole family is Slide Rock State Park, south
of mile marker 382 on State Rt. 89A.. There, enjoy playing in Oak Creek with tire
tubs, inflatable rafts, shooting natural rock slides, etc.
This is bear country; practice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $26 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 7
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 18
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 0
Total Sites: 18
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 18
No. Grilles on Sites: 18
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: Yes
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 3
No. Threaded: 3
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Wading is possible in Oak Creek.
HIKING
Sterling Pass Trail (foot) - 2.4 miles, is closest to campground. Other trails
are available throughout the Oak Creek Canyon corridor. Contact the Ranger
District Office for more information.
FISHING
Rainbow Trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Pine Flat
VISIT DATE: 06/08/1998
UPDATE DATE: 2/22/2024
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Red Rock
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Red Rock
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Sedona, AZ, take State Rt. 89A north 10.6 miles to
campground sign. Turn right at sign for Pine Flat East and left
for Pine Flat West.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 5,500 feet.
The campground is one of four in the Oak Creek Canyon Recreation Area
(also known as "Red Rock Country"). It straddles State Rt. 89A and is
located in Ponderosa pine, Ash, maple and oak. Oak Creek runs
alongside (west side). The campground is composed of two sections -
West Pine Flat and East Pine Flat. It is an excellent location for exploring
the "Red Rock Country." Some campsites in the west section overlook
Oak Creek. The understory is grass and privacy between campsites is
minimal. Firewood is available for a fee. The campground was originally
built by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) in the 1930s. The water is
spring-fed and is excellent.
The drive along State Rt. 89A through Oak Creek Canyon or "Red Rock
Country" is beautiful. The rock formations are spectacular with colors
changing from gray to red and back. There are excellent vistas along the
way to take in the beauty of the canyon. One fun place for the whole family
is Slide Rock State Park, south of mile marker 382 on State Rt. 89A.. There,
enjoy playing in Oak Creek with tire tubs, inflatable rafts, shooting natural rock
slides, etc.
This is bear country; practrice safe food storage techniques.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 12 through October 27.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $26 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 7
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 3
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 53
Total Sites: 56
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 56
No. Grilles on Sites: 56
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 11' X 30'
Comments:
The parking aprons are mostly paved, some are gravel. An RV waste station,
with no potable water, is available at the Giant gas station off Interstate 17 (Exit
198) - left at end of exit to Giant on the right - no charge. The entrance to each
section is configured as a "Y". This forces RVrs wanting another look at the
section to exit campground and re-enter the section.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: Yes
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 12
No. Threaded: 7
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Wading in Canyon Creek is possible.
HIKING
Cook Stove Trail (foot only) - 0.7 miles, is closest to campground. Other trails are
available throughout the Oak Creek Canyon corridor. Contact the Ranger District
Office for more information.
FISHING
Rainbow Trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Pinegrove
VISIT DATE: 06/05/1998
UPDATE DATE: 2/22/2024
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Flagstaff
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Flagstaff
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Flagstaff, AZ, off Interstate 17, take Exit 339 (Lake Mary
Rd./Mormon Rd.). Turn south onto Lake Mary Rd. and go 17.1 miles
to campground sign. Turn right and go 0.7 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,900 feet.
The elevation is 6,900 feet.
The campground is a single loop through a grove of Ponderosa pine with some
camp sites overlooking grass meadows. Although the camp sites are fairly well
separated, the understory is grass, making privacy only fair. The lower numbered
camp sites have a more open feel and are more widely separated. The higher
numbered camp sites enjoy more shade but are closer together. Firewood is
available for a fee and an interpretive program will be available during summer;
check fee board for information.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 3 through October 14
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
$30 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 46
Total Sites: 46
Tent Pads: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 46
No. Grilles on Sites: 46
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 12
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 45'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. No fee to Pinegrove campers
for use of waste station; must back RV to facility.
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 3
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
Hot showers are coin operated and a washer/dryer is available.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Trout in the nearby, seasonal Lake Mary.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Rock Crossing
VISIT DATE: 06/01/1998
UPDATE DATE: 2/22/2024
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Mogollon Rim
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Winslow
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Winslow, AZ, take State Rt. 87 south 46.3 miles to Blue
Ridge Reservoir Campground and Forest Rt. 751 signs. Turn left
at signs onto Rt. 751 (dirt) and go 2.5 miles to campground sign.
Turn right into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,000 feet.
Campground is in a grassy field dotted with Ponderosa pines,
Gamble oaks and Alligator Junipers. Four of the pull throughs
are parallel parking. Some sites have delightful vistas.
Licensed ATVs are permitted in the campground. There are gas and
limited groceries available at the intersection of State Rt. 87
and Forest Rt. 3.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 3 through September 30
Note: Due to drought conditions campground may close early;
contact ranger district office for status.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day - single
$40 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 4
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 29
Total Sites: 33
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 33
No. Grilles on Sites: 33
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 6
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 15' X 43'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt. An RV waste station is available for a fee
at Happy Jack Lodge and RV Park. It is located 2 miles north of
State Rt. 87 on Forest Rt. 3.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 4
No. Threaded: 4
Comments:
Showers are available at the Happy Jack Lodge and RV park for a
fee. Soap and towels are also available. See the RV Comments
for location.
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
The 280-acre Blue Ridge Reservoir is located 2.3 miles from
campground on Forest Rt. 751. Power boat motors are limited to
8hp. There is a boat ramp.
HIKING
Access to the Arizona Trail
FISHING - No
Comments:
Fishing is available at the Blue Ridge Reservoir, 2.3 miles from
campground on Forest Rt. 751.
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