Oleary Group Site
Campground · Arizona · 3 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument (National Monument) · Open Access
- 3
- Bookable sites
- 35 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 75
- People per site
- 3
- Accessible sites
- 7,086 ft
- Elevation
Overview
O'Leary Group Campground was constructed in 2001 and is named for O'Leary Peak, which overlooks this site. The campground is designed to accommodate the special needs of large groups with everything from picnic shelters, tables and grills, to lots of level ground covered in native volcanic cinders, perfect for setting up tents.Its proximity to Sunset Crater Volcano and Wupatki National Monuments make it especially suitable for visitors who are intrigued by the cultural and natural history of the area.
Recreation
Most visitors spend time hiking, exploring and learning at the national monuments. Sunset Crater and Wupatki National Monuments have visitor centers and feature self-guided and ranger-guided tours.Another popular activity is hiking to O'Leary Lookout Tower. The trail is 4.9 miles one way on an old forest road with a steady, steep climb that rewards visitors with a vast panoramic view of Flagstaff, the San Francisco Peaks and the Painted Desert which was carved out by the Little Colorado River.
Facilities
There are three group camping areas. The east and north loops can each accommodate up to 50 people, while the west loop can host up to 75 people. Camping areas are spacious. The facilities offer many amenities for hosting large group gatherings, such as electricity, trash collection and drinking water.Natural Features
The campground sits on a bed of soft, flat volcanic soil amidst Arizona's ponderosa pine country. This area of volcanic activity is so unique that much of it has been set aside as Sunset Crater National Monument.The camping area offers incredible views of dark cinder cone peaks, thick forests and open grassy meadows that burst with wildflowers in spring and early summer.
Wupatki National Monument is also nearby and features an ancient four-story pueblo, a masterpiece of Ancient Pueblo stone masonry circa A.D. 1120.
Nearby Attractions
The nearby town of Flagstaff, Arizona, has shopping, restaurants and other conveniences.Visitors also frequent the must-see Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument and Wupatki National Monument.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (928) 774-9671.The facts
- 3 bookable sites
- 3 accessible sites
- Vehicles up to 35 ft
- Up to 75 people per site
- Loops: EAST, NORT, WEST
Site types
- 3 Group Standard Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits, picnic tables, grills.
3 campsites at Oleary Group Site
Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 11:00 AM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | EAST | Group Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Paved | 35 ft | 50 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 002 | NORT | Group Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Paved | 35 ft | 50 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 003 | WEST | Group Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Paved | 35 ft | 75 | ♿ 🐾 |
Getting there
O'Leary Group Site is located approximately 13 miles north of Flagstaff, Arizona. From Flagstaff, take I-40 to exit 201. Turn left at the Page exit (Highway 89). Proceed north on 89 approximately 13 miles to the entrance of Sunset Crater National Monument. Turn right on Forest Road 545a and go 1.7 miles to Group Campground Road on the left (just before Bonito Campground).
35.36167, -111.53306 · 35°21'42.0"N 111°31'59.0"W
Typical weather
Typically 84°F in Jul, down to 44°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 44 | 47 | 54 | 61 | 70 | 82 | 84 | 81 | 75 | 65 | 53 | 44 |
| Low °F | 13 | 16 | 21 | 27 | 34 | 42 | 49 | 47 | 40 | 28 | 18 | 12 |
| Precip in | 1.4 | 1.1 | 1.1 | 0.7 | 0.7 | 0.3 | 2.6 | 3.5 | 1.7 | 1.4 | 0.9 | 1.7 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.8 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 Oleary Group Site
- Can you reserve a site at Oleary Group Site?
- Yes, Oleary Group Site is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Oleary Group Site have?
- 3 sites.
- What is the maximum RV length at Oleary Group Site?
- 35 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Oleary Group Site?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Oleary Group Site.
- Are campfires allowed at Oleary Group Site?
- Campfires are allowed at Oleary Group Site. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Camping near Oleary Group Site
- Bonito Campground (AZ) 0.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Little Elden Springs Horsecamp 6.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Wupatki National Monument Crack-in-the-Rock Overnight Hike Lottery 8.7 mi · Tickets · we watch it
- Kendrick Cabin 12.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Sunset Crater Volcano Visitor Center 0.8 mi · Facility
- O'Leary Group Campground 0.9 mi · Campground
- Lockett Meadow Campground 4.9 mi · Campground
- Schultz Tank 7.4 mi · Facility
- Abineau-Bear Jaw Loop 8 mi · Facility
- Elden Pueblo Archaeological Site 8.3 mi · Facility
- Walnut Canyon Visitor Center 13.2 mi · Facility
- Wing Mountain Dispersed Camping 13.4 mi · Facility
Contact
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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