Can you reserve a site at Chavez Crossing?

Yes, Chavez Crossing is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Chavez Crossing?

35 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Chavez Crossing?

Yes, pets are allowed at Chavez Crossing.

Are campfires allowed at Chavez Crossing?

Campfires are allowed at Chavez Crossing. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Chavez Crossing, Arizona — 3 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Chavez Crossing Group Campground is in the picturesque Red Rock district of Arizona, with famous red rock formations and breathtaking painted sunsets. Placed beside a creek and surrounded by sycamore and cypress groves, the campground's location offers a fresh sense of the great outdoors. It's also conveniently close to developed entertainment like golf courses and stylish restaurants in the resort town of Sedona. Drive through Oak Creek Canyon to view majestic red-hued cliffs, buttes, and canyons. At night, relax by the campfire at your site or take advantage of Sedona's trendy shopping and nightlife.

Recreation

Go wading or fishing in the crystal clear waters of Oak Creek or take a stroll with your camera to photograph the unique flora, fauna and rock formations. Cathedral Rock and Bell Rock are famous nearby attractions, perfect for exploring or photographing.

Facilities

The campground's location makes it a convenient place to mix outdoors time with shopping trips in the resort town of Sedona. Three group sites are available, and all three can be reserved for a total capacity of 110.

Natural Features

Chavez Crossing is in a high desert region situated at the base of the Mogollon Rim, a 200-mile long slope that ranges between 5,000 and 7,000 ft elevation. The unique landscape creates erosion that has shaped spectacular canyons and buttes that make the region an appealing attraction.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (928) 203-0624.

Nearby Attractions

A variety of hiking trails and swimming holes are a short drive away. Seek out your favorite panoramic views at Munds Mountain Wilderness, or explore the Red Rock/Secret Mountain Wilderness area in the heart of Oak Creek Canyon. Here, you can find abandoned dwellings and rock art from early inhabitants.

The facts

Season: Year-round — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
3 bookable sites
Vehicles up to 35 ft
Up to 50 people per site
Loops: Cypress, Ponderosa, Sycamore

Site types

3 Group Standard Nonelectric

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, grills.

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3 campsites at Chavez Crossing

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 11:00 AM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
1	Cypress	Group Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	35 ft	50	🐾
2	Ponderosa	Group Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	25 ft	30	🐾
3	Sycamore	Group Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	25 ft	30	🐾

Getting there

201 Oak Creek Cliffs Dr. Sedona, AZ 86336 If coming from Flagstaff, take I-17 south to Hwy 89A. Go south on 89A through Oak Creek Canyon to Sedona. Left to State Highway 179. Go South on Hwy 179 approximately 2 miles. Turn right on Oak Creek Cliffs Dr. to the campground on the left hand side adjacent to Poco Diablo Resort. From Phoenix get off on Sedona Exit 298 travel 12.7 miles North on HW 179, turn left on Oak Creek Cliffs Dr. to the campground on the left adjacent to The Poco Diablo Resort along Oak Creek.

34.84361, -111.77639 · 34°50'37.0"N 111°46'35.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 97°F in Jul, down to 58°F in Dec.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	58	61	68	75	84	94	97	94	89	79	67	58
Low °F	34	36	40	44	53	61	68	67	61	51	41	33
Precip in	2.0	2.2	1.9	0.8	0.7	0.2	1.6	2.0	1.7	1.4	1.1	1.5

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 3.7 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Chavez Crossing

Can you reserve a site at Chavez Crossing?: Yes, Chavez Crossing is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Chavez Crossing have?: 3 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Chavez Crossing?: 35 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Chavez Crossing?: Yes, pets are allowed at Chavez Crossing.
Are campfires allowed at Chavez Crossing?: Campfires are allowed at Chavez Crossing. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

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Chavez Crossing also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Chavez Crossing's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

Sycamore Group Site : $120 per night, per group (10-30 people); difficult to navigate for larger vehicles (max vehicle capacity 10 regular vehicles or 1-2 small to mid-size RVs, estimated for max 25ft RVs)
Cypress Group Site : $120 per night, per group (10-50 people); largest parking area (max vehicle capacity 1-3 RVs or up to 10 regular vehicles, estimated for max 35ft RVs)
Ponderosa Group Site : $95 per night, per group (10-30 people); smallest parking area (max vehicle capacity 6 regular vehicles, RVs not recommended)

Restrictions:

No radios or amplified devices allowed.
Pets must always be restrained or on a leash.
No horses allowed in the campground.
Motorbikes may only be used for entering or leaving campsite.
7 day stay limit.
Quiet hours 10:00 pm to 6:00 am (running generators not permitted during quiet hours).
No overflow parking available.

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Chavez Crossing

Crescent Moon Ranch Cabin 1.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
Crescent Moon Ramada 1.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
Manzanita. 7.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
Red Rock Ranger District 1.9 mi · Facility
Crescent Moon Picnic Site 2.1 mi · Facility
Bell Rock Pathway / Vista 3.7 mi · Facility
Oak Creek Visitor Center 5.3 mi · Facility
Red Rock Ranger District Visitor Center 6 mi · Facility
Manzanita Campground 6.3 mi · Campground
Bootlegger Picnic Area 8.8 mi · Facility
Stage Stop Day Use Area 8.9 mi · Facility
West Fork of Oak Creek No. 108 10.3 mi · Facility

Contact

Phone 928-204-0028
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Chavez Crossing