Chavez Crossing
2 mi southwest · USDA Forest Service
Chavez Crossing Group Campground is in the picturesque Red Rock district of Arizona, with famous red rock formations and breathtaking painted sunsets.
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Camping near Sedona
Campgrounds and camping areas near Sedona on federal land, with which ones take reservations on Recreation.gov.
28campgrounds and camping areas
2 mito the closest
17within 30 miles
October–Maybest months
Good to know: Popular campgrounds book up months ahead on Recreation.gov; first-come sites fill early on weekends and holidays.
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Crescent Moon Ramada
4 mi southwest · USDA Forest Service
Crescent Moon sits beneath the stunning Cathedral Rock, one of the most photographed scenes in the American Southwest.
Crescent Moon Ranch Cabin
4 mi southwest · USDA Forest Service
Crescent Moon Ranch is an exceptional year-round place to stay in beautiful Sedona.
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Within 30 miles (17)
Chavez Crossing
Chavez Crossing Group Campground is in the picturesque Red Rock district of Arizona, with famous red rock formations and breathtaking painted sunsets.
- Camping
Crescent Moon Ramada
Crescent Moon sits beneath the stunning Cathedral Rock, one of the most photographed scenes in the American Southwest.
- Biking
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Photography
- Picnicking
- Swimming
Crescent Moon Ranch Cabin
Crescent Moon Ranch is an exceptional year-round place to stay in beautiful Sedona.
- Biking
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Hunting
- Swimming
- Wildlife viewing
Manzanita.
Manzanita Campground is a small, year-round, tent-only facility with campsites that fill up very quickly. Visitors enjoy the campground for its fishing and swimming holes along Oak Creek, beautiful scenery and excellent wildlife watching.
- Camping
- Fishing
- Swimming
Cave Spring
Cave Springs sits in the scenic Oak Creek Canyon and is one of Coconino National Forest's most popular campgrounds. The campground is nestled in a forested canyon near the town of Sedona, Arizona, and its famous red rock cliffs.
- Birding
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Photography
- Swimming
- Wildlife viewing
Pine Flat Campground West
Pine Flat Campground is a popular camping spot in scenic Oak Creek Canyon in Arizona's Coconino National Forest. The campground is nestled in a forested canyon near the well-known town of Sedona, Arizona, and its red rock cliffs.
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Photography
- Star Gazing
- Swimming
- Wildlife viewing
Fernow Cabin
Fernow Cabin offers a quaint, forested retreat near Flagstaff and Sedona, in central Arizona. The rustic, three-bedroom log cabin is a retired U.S.
- Biking
- Camping
- Hiking
- Hunting
- Wildlife viewing
Double Springs
Double Springs Campground is an “old fashion” campground, originally built in the 1930’s, and has sites nestled in a beautiful draw filled with cool grass, ponderosa pine and Gambel oak.
- Camping
Apache Maid Cabin
This rustic forest cabin is located at the eastern base of Apache Maid Mountain, just two hours north of Phoenix and near the popular red rock canyons and outdoor recreation opportunities of Sedona, in central Arizona.
- Biking
- Camping
- Fire Lookouts/Cabins Overnight
- Fishing
- Hiking
- History
- Hunting
- Wildlife viewing
Dairy Springs
Dairy Springs is a comfortable campground tucked away in a scenic area of northern Arizona. Its main attraction is the seasonal Mormon Lake which, when filled with water, draws visitors for fishing, windsurfing and wildlife watching.
- Biking
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Picnicking
- Wildlife viewing
Pinegrove
Pinegrove Campground sits in the lush Coconino National Forest of northern Arizona, offering visitors countless recreation opportunities set in a stunning landscape.
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Wildlife viewing
WHITE HORSE LAKE Campground
White Horse Lake is an extremely popular fishing lake, 19 miles southeast of Williams, in northern Arizona.
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Kayaking
- Picnicking
- Ranger programs
Clear Creek Campground (AZ)
This cozy group campground is tucked in the Lower Sonoran Desert along the banks of the fresh, chilly Clear Creek. Campers can wade in the creek, fish, or curl up with a book under the umbrella of cottonwood trees.
- Birding
- Camping
Mingus Mountain Campground and Group Site
Looking for a perfect getaway to immerse yourself in nature? Look no further than the Mingus Mountain Campground!
- Camping
- Star Gazing
- Wildlife viewing
Playground Group
Close to historic western towns and centrally located in Arizona, Playground Group Campground is a great place for groups of up to 75 people to enjoy a secluded mountain getaway. The 7,500 ft.
- Camping
- Picnicking
Potato Patch Campground
Campers looking for some peace and quiet will find this relaxing campground offers cool summertime temperatures and easy access from scenic Hwy 89A in central Arizona. The campground is located at 7,200 ft.
- Camping
- Wildlife viewing
Coconino National Forest Recreation
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Climbing
- Fire Lookouts/Cabins Overnight
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Horse Camping
30 to 75 miles (4)
Prescott National Forest
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- Boating
- Camping
- Fire Lookouts/Cabins Overnight
- Hiking
- Horse Camping
- Horseback riding
- Picnicking
- Wildlife viewing
Kaibab National Forest
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Fire Lookouts/Cabins Overnight
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Horse Camping
- Horseback riding
Tonto National Forest
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Climbing
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Horse Camping
- Horseback riding
Black Canyon National Recreation Trail
The 80-mile Black Canyon Trail provides visitors with a long-range backcountry trail riding, mountain biking, and hiking opportunity.
- Accessible Facility Or Activity
- Camping
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Mountain Biking
- Picnicking
- Wildlife viewing
75 miles and farther (7)
Lake Pleasant
This newly expanded reservoir has 114 miles of shoreline for family recreation uses. The reservoir boasts a 10-lane boat ramp; parking for 200 vehicles. Recreational facilities concentrated primarily on the reservoir's western shore.
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- History
- Off-highway vehicles
- Picnicking
Grand Canyon National Park
Entirely within the state of Arizona, the park encompasses 278 miles (447 km) of the Colorado River and adjacent uplands.
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- History
- Horse Camping
- Paddling
WestWorld
WestWorld is located in north Scottsdale at the base of the McDowell Mountains. Surrounded by the Sonoran Desert with over 360 acres of pristine landscaping, the covered Equidome Arena, Brett's Barn, and state-of-the-art equine facilities…
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Picnicking
- Recreational Vehicles
Tres Alamos Wilderness
The 8,300-acre Tres Alamos Wilderness Area is in Yavapai County, 80 miles northwest of Phoenix, Arizona, and six miles south of the Santa Maria River.
- Backpacking
- Camping
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Photography
- Wilderness
- Wildlife viewing
Burro Creek Recreation Site
The Burro Creek Recreation Site is situated along Burro Creek within a very scenic Sonoran Desert canyon at an elevation of 1,960 feet. This peaceful area has long been a favorite stop of travelers on nearby Highway 93.
- Backpacking
- Bird Watching
- Birding
- Camping
- Camping Area
- Hiking
- Photography
- Water Access
Petrified Forest National Park
A landscape where deep time lies fully on display, Petrified Forest National Park blends colorful badlands, vast grasslands, and one of the world’s largest and most vivid collections of petrified wood.
- Biking
- Camping
- Hiking
- History
- Horse Camping
- Horseback riding
- Picnicking
- Wildlife viewing
Alamo Lake
This Corps lake is managed by Arizona State Parks. The project web address links to the Arizona State Parks web pages. Alamo Lake is one of the best bass lakes in Arizona. Also, the area has good wildlife viewing opportunities.
- Boating
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Picnicking
- Water sports
- Wildlife viewing
Distances are straight-line miles from downtown Sedona. Listings come from Recreation.gov’s federal recreation database; check each official page for hours, fees, fire restrictions and closures before you go.
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Questions
Where is the closest place for camping near Sedona?
Chavez Crossing (USDA Forest Service), about 2 miles southwest of Sedona as the crow flies. Next are Crescent Moon Ramada (4 mi) and Crescent Moon Ranch Cabin (4 mi).
When is the best time for camping near Sedona?
Based on Sedona’s average highs, October–May. Conditions at higher elevations can be much cooler.
Can I reserve a campsite near Sedona?
16 of the 28 places listed here take reservations on Recreation.gov; others are first come, first served.
Who manages these places?
Federal agencies including USDA Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, Bureau of Reclamation. Each listing links to its official page for hours, fees, closures and current conditions.