Black Canyon Rim Campground (Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, AZ)

FS USDA Forest Service · Overgaard, AZ · Primitive

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Conditions

Road Access Gravel
Driveway Surface Gravel
Season Not recorded
Campfires Campfires Allowed
Max RV Length 60 ft
Boondock Access Moderate Some rough roads, standard vehicle possible with care

The managing agency hasn't published season for this campground. The description and directions below often mention it — and it's worth calling the agency before a long drive.

Features

Rig Size Back In Only
Access Gravel Road
Style Primitive Potable Water Vault Toilet Reservable

Campground Stats

Total Sites20
Sites Accepting RVs20
Overnight Sites20
Max RV Length60 ft
Back-In Sites20
SurfaceGravel

Location

34.3044333, -110.74535 · P.O. Box 2337 , Overgaard , AZ 85933

Photos

view of campsite 8 at Black Canyon Rim Campground showing picnic table and campsite view of Black Canyon Rim Campground campsite 11 showing picnic table and upturned fire ring View of Black Canyon Rim Campground site 3 showing picnic table and upturned fire ring (picture is taken during off-season) view of Black Canyon Rim Campground site 12 showing picnic table and camp spur View of Black Canyon Rim Campsite 19: showing picnic table, fire pit. View of Black Canyon Rim Campsite 17: showing picnic table, fire pit. View of Black Canyon Rim Campsite 1: showing picnic table, fire pit. view of campsite 5 showing picnic table and fire ring view of Black Canyon Rim Campground site 14 showing picnic table and campsite View of Black Canyon Rim Campsite 12: showing picnic table, open fire pit.

Description

Overview

Black Canyon Rim Campground has 20 sites of varying sizes. All sites can accommodate tents and pop-up campers. Some sites are suitable for pull trailers, 5th-wheel trailers, and motorhomes up to 40 feet.

Recreation

Fishing and boating (electric motors) are available on Black Canyon Lake, approximately 2.5 miles northeast of the campground. The historic grave site of Stott, Scott, and Wilson, three young men lynched during the Pleasant Valley War is located within walking distance.

This campground is a favorite stopping place for those traveling on the General Crook National Recreation Trail.

Facilities

Each campsite offers a campfire ring with grill and picnic table. Additional amenities include accessible vault toilets, drinking water and trash service. Access is on both sand and gravel roads. A campground host is available at the site.

Natural Features

Black Canyon Rim Campground is sheltered among towering ponderosa pines and located in an area that is relatively flat and sandy.

A herd of wild horses is often seen running through the area and stopping at Black Canyon Lake for water.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (928) 535-0181.

Nearby Attractions

Gas, phone, and groceries are available 8 miles west at Forest Lakes or 13 miles east at Heber.

Directions

Located 13 miles west of Heber, Arizona.

From Forest Lakes, travel east on Highway 260 for approximately 1 mile. Turn south on Rim Road and travel approximately 2.4 miles. The campground is located at the intersection of Rim Road and Black Canyon Road.

Activities

CAMPING

Details

FeeOnly cash and check can be accepted at the campground.
Phone9285359859
ADA AccessN
ReservableYes

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