Rock Crossing Campground (AZ)

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Coconino National Forest Recreation

Campground · USDA Forest Service · Coconino National Forest Recreation Fees: Standard nonelectric 1-8 people $20.00 Standard nonelectric 9-16 people $40.00 Season: Early May to September 23 Status: closed Reservations: Some sites reservable on Recreation.gov ; some are first come, first served Overview The Rock Crossing Campground sits in a beautiful setting surrounded by ponderosa pine and oak at an elevation of 7,316'. The cool summer climate and countless recreational opportunities makes this a popular location. Wildlife is abundant in the area and includes elk, mule deer, black bear, bald eagles, and osprey. Recreation Many visitors spend time relaxing and exploring the area. The nearby C.C. Cragin Reservoir and Knoll Lake offer opportunities for water based recreation, while the Arizona National Scenic Trail, General Crook National Recreation Trail, and the historic Cabin Loop Trail System, offer opportunities for hikers, bicyclist, and equestrian users. There are also several Fire Lookout Towers in the area. Facilities The campground is comprised of 31 individual family sites and two double sites. Each family site can accommodate up to eight people while double… Getting there: From Flagstaff, Arizona, drive 55 miles south on FH 3 (Lake Mary Road) to AZ 87 at Clints Well. Turn left onto AZ 87. Drive approximately 4.6 miles to FR 751 (turnoff for the Blue Ridge / C.C. Cragin Reservoir). Turn right on FR 751 and drive approximately 2.5 miles to the campground. From Payson, Arizona, drive approximately 42.5 miles north on AZ 87 toward Winslow to FR 751(turnoff for the Blue Ridge / C.C. Cragin Reservoir). Turn right on FR 751 and drive approximately 2.5 miles to the… Rules: Quiet hours: 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. (running generators not permitted during quiet hours) Phone: 928-477-2255 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10107666 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: USDA Forest Service, Conservation Legacy