Whether you're an RVer or tent camper, Coconino National Forest Recreation, AZ is a great place to post up for the weekend—or longer. Coconino National Forest Recreation is filled with the activities, sights, and experiences to make everyone in your crew a happy camper. Find the best campgrounds near Coconino National Forest Recreation, plus reviews and photos from other campers like you.
"The best dispersed camping options in Sedona Arizona! There are many options off of the main road."
"My friend from Maryland came to visit me here in Arizona, I told him we had to go to Sedona so we decided to camp, I heard about forest road 525 and it exceeded my expectations, never saw more stars in"
$42 - $84 / night
"Compared to another campground close by that is a little less but we had double the space and trees and a creek behind us. They’re very busy and we were only able to get two nights."
"Sites a little close to each other. Grounds were surrounded by nature and close by main Sedona street. Check in after hours were smooth."
"The road in is bumpy and rocky, but not impossible (a Ford Mustang in the site next to us clearly made it)."
"It is a bumpy road with large portion of potholes so drive cautiously but once you get to the location you get a number of different spots to camp at."
$25 - $70 / night
"Dead Horse Ranch is a beautiful Arizona state park."
"The forest was closed in Northern Arizona so I decided to camp out at Dead Horse Ranch SP. I was pretty pleased overall with my trip. "
$59 - $150 / night
"We stayed here in June which is a hot time to camp in Arizona. This campground has Oak Creek running through it which is a great place to cool off."
"Lo Lo Mai Springs has scores of beautiful shaded RV sites, many near the creek beneath the branches of ancient cottonwoods and soaring sycamores."
$30 / night
"Tucked into Oak Creek canyon, surrounded by trees, red dirt mountain sides, and a creek this campground is stunning."
"Location: The location of the campground is perfect for all of the Sedona activities. This campground is only a few miles from the popular Slide Rock State Park."
$30 / night
"The river access also added to the positives of the spot.
My only complaint is that a handful of sites are where you park on the pavement and have to walk down into your actual site."
"This is pretty close to Sedona (10 minutes) and right along a river that’s fun to wade in (not sure if you can canoe it?), plus long hiking trails nearby."
$30 / night
"Other than being close to the highway, we love this campground. It is in a heavily wooded forest next to Oak Creek. It has multiple bathrooms and accessible drinking water."
"What I liked about this was the great hosts (who seemed on constant patrol in their golf cart), the level sites for tents, and the great access to trails."
"Google may try to take you all the way through from I17 on FR237...suggest going past to exit 337 and coming back down 89A. The campsites are all on that end of the FR anyway."
"Lots of campsites available and a good location between Sedona and Flagstaff. It tends to fill up quick, at least in the summer months."
"The road from the I-17 entrance was well maintained and can be driven on with any vehicle. I had my Chevy trax (front wheel drive) and made it fine. There are plenty of pull off trails we explored."
"Exit 226 off of I-17 and head west on Schnebly Hill Rd. There is dispersed camping all along the road for the first mile or two. It is first come first serve."
GuideAbsolutely stunning, private, and so much space.
We were driving a 2 wheel camper van and made it fine.
Scoutit did the job. it was pretty secluded but we saw a couple other campers coming in. 1 bar of service.
ScoutThree visits there so far. Going up again this month. A pleasant week. Sites are level enough. And enough room to not feel crowded. I enjoy the cool pines!
TravelerThe views are amazing, it is an awesome place to visit, but I would recommend against camping, at least on weekends.
There are people whose idea of camping is sharing their music with everyone well into the night and can't respect a shared space. It ruins the experience. If you can go during the week when few, if any, people are there, that's the key.
The drive itself is an adventure, but doable in just about any car if it hasn't rained, or isn't going to rain. I would still recommend some kind of SUV. We did the trip in a CX-5 and a Santa Fe. If you have ever driven to Peralta trailhead, it's a lot like that except...... It's 20 miles long (about an hour), Get off at exit 337, go to FR532 and turn left at 231. Take that all the way in. Google has the route. It starts out smooth and dusty, progresses to washboard then becomes single lane and very rocky in some parts. Drive slow and avoid the larger ruts and you should be ok. It was tense toward the end as it got rockier, but like I said, an off- road vehicle is not required when dry.
We lost service about 30 minutes in, but the map kept tracking us. We regained signal near the top (Verizon - no, not an endorsement).
You'll get to a fork in the road that has a map posted. Continue straight past the map. Just when you think you are lost and can't find anything, the sites will start to appear. Keep going, don't settle for the first few. The views toward the end sites are well worth it.
Oh, by the way, there were cows lowing at around 4:30am one morning and it was unsettling, but, they are cows.
TravelerGreat campsite! Clean restrooms with shower and toilets. 2 boat ramps at the lake, hiking and biking available. Can be a little cozy when busy but overall very clean and friendly
GuideOne of the best campsites around. The best sites do fill up early but you won’t go without a site as there is tons of room all over the road. Great views with very little reception.
GuideLots of places to camp all over this road. Most size rigs can find a spot but we did see some people trying to take big rigs too far. If you have something big, stop at the gravel part and find a spot.
TravelerCamp spots are right on top of each other, loud music from nearby concert fairgrounds, obnoxious campers, and disgusting port a potties are your only option for toilets. Good luck if you plan on staying here!
ScoutTried a few times over the years to make this a comfortable camping spot. It’s great for stop overs but locals live in these lots. There’s a lot of strange activity. Not for anyone looking to listen to the desert noises more for listening to locals pontificating and park right next to your camp.
Camping near Coconino National Forest Recreation, Arizona, offers a mix of stunning landscapes and diverse camping experiences. Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly spot or a secluded getaway, there’s something for everyone.
Camping near Coconino National Forest Recreation, Arizona, has its perks and challenges. With the right preparation, you can enjoy a memorable outdoor experience!
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Coconino National Forest Recreation offers a wide range of camping options, with 316 campgrounds and RV parks near Coconino National Forest Recreation and 166 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Coconino National Forest Recreation is West Sedona Designated Dispersed Camping with a 4.3-star rating from 72 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 166 free dispersed camping spots near Coconino National Forest Recreation.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 7 parks near Coconino National Forest Recreation that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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