Black Canyon Rim Campground (Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, AZ)
Campground · Arizona · 20 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Sitgreaves National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 20
- Bookable sites
- 60 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 8
- People per site
- 7,624 ft
- Elevation
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.The facts
- Season: April 29 — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
- 20 bookable sites
- Vehicles up to 60 ft
- Up to 8 people per site
- Loops: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND
Site types
- 19 Standard Nonelectric
- 1 Shelter Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Grills
- Pets allowed
- Water hookups — not available
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits, picnic tables, shade.
20 campsites at Black Canyon Rim Campground (Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, AZ)
Check-in 02:00 PM · Check-out 11:00 AM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Grade | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | 55 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 02 | BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | 60 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 03 | BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | 50 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 04 | BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND | Shelter Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | 60 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 05 | BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | 50 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 06 | BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | 55 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 07 | BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | 60 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 08 | BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | 60 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 09 | BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 10 | BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | 25 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 11 | BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 12 | BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Moderate | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 13 | BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Severe | 25 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 14 | BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Severe | 25 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 15 | BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Severe | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 16 | BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Moderate | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 17 | BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Severe | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 18 | BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Moderate | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 19 | BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Moderate | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 20 | BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 8 | 🐾 |
Getting there
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.
34.30443, -110.74535 · 34°18'16.0"N 110°44'43.3"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 3.5 | 3.5 | 2.7 | 1.2 | 0.8 | 0.4 | 3.2 | 3.5 | 2.0 | 1.7 | 2.3 | 3.3 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.5 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
Map
Fees and stay limits
Only cash and check can be accepted at the campground.
From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.
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Common questions about Black Canyon Rim Campground (Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, AZ)
- Can you reserve a site at Black Canyon Rim Campground (Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, AZ)?
- Yes, Black Canyon Rim Campground (Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, AZ) is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Black Canyon Rim Campground (Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, AZ) have?
- 20 sites.
- What is the maximum RV length at Black Canyon Rim Campground (Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, AZ)?
- 60 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Black Canyon Rim Campground (Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, AZ)?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Black Canyon Rim Campground (Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, AZ).
- Does Black Canyon Rim Campground (Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, AZ) have hookups?
- No hookups are recorded here.
- Are campfires allowed at Black Canyon Rim Campground (Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, AZ)?
- Campfires are allowed at Black Canyon Rim Campground (Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, AZ). Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Also listed by
Black Canyon Rim Campground (Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, AZ) also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Black Canyon Rim Campground (Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, AZ)'s operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- Non-electrical site $20 a night, $12 extra vehicle charge. One vehicle and eight people.
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Contact
- Phone 9285359859
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-11.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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