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.
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Fishing near Sedona
Lakes, rivers and recreation areas near Sedona where fishing is allowed, closest first.
15places to fish
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10within 30 miles
Good to know: Anyone 16 or older generally needs a state fishing license; seasons, limits and special rules vary by water. Arizona license information ↗
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Crescent Moon Ranch Cabin
4 mi southwest · USDA Forest Service
Crescent Moon Ranch is an exceptional year-round place to stay in beautiful Sedona.
Manzanita.
5 mi north · USDA Forest Service
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.
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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
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
Coconino National Forest Recreation
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Climbing
- Fire Lookouts/Cabins Overnight
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Horse Camping
30 to 75 miles (2)
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
75 miles and farther (3)
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
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 fishing near Sedona?
Crescent Moon Ramada (USDA Forest Service), about 4 miles southwest of Sedona as the crow flies. Next are Crescent Moon Ranch Cabin (4 mi) and Manzanita. (5 mi).
Do I need a fishing license near Sedona?
Yes, anglers 16 and older generally need a Arizona fishing license from the state wildlife agency. Rules, seasons and limits vary by water.
Who manages these places?
Federal agencies including USDA Forest Service, Bureau of Reclamation, National Park Service. Each listing links to its official page for hours, fees, closures and current conditions.