Rock Crossing Campground (AZ)
Campground · Arizona · 35 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Coconino National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 35
- Bookable sites
- 35 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 16
- People per site
- 7,340 ft
- Elevation
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 sites can accommodate up to 16 people. The facility provides picnic tables, campfire rings, cooking grills, tent pads, bear food storage lockers, drinking water, vault toilets, trash collection, and campground hosts. There are no utility hookups or showers.
Campsites vary in size and can accommodate a wide range of equipment with a maximum RV or trailer length of 32'.
For groups larger than 10 people and up to 50 people, the nearby Moqui Group Campground can be reserved.
Natural Features
Coconino National Forest offers 1.8 million acres of recreational opportunity from desert basins to mountain peaks. The campground sits in a forested setting. The nearby Mogollon Rim is one of the most striking geologic features in the state. This steep escarpment, measured in thousands of feet, stretches from New Mexico diagonally across two thirds of Arizona and offers sweeping views of the landscape.
Nearby Attractions
Tonto Natural Bridge State park is approximately 45 minutes away and offers what may be the world's largest travertine bridge. The community of Happy Jack, Arizona has a gas station, two convenience stores and two restaurants.
The facts
- Season: Early May – September 23 — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
- 35 bookable sites
- Vehicles up to 35 ft
- Up to 16 people per site
- Loops: A
Site types
- 35 Standard Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Shade
- Pets allowed
- Water hookups — not available
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits, picnic tables, grills.
35 campsites at Rock Crossing Campground (AZ)
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A | Standard Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 10 | A | Standard Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 11 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 12 | A | Standard Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 13 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Gravel | 35 ft | 16 | 🐾 |
| 14 | A | Standard Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 15 | A | Standard Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 16 | A | Standard Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 17 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 18 | A | Standard Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | 16 | 🐾 |
| 19 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Parallel | Gravel | 20 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 2 | A | Standard Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 20 | A | Standard Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 21 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 22 | A | Standard Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 23 | A | Standard Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 24 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 25 | A | Standard Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 26 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Parallel | Gravel | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 27 | A | Standard Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 28 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 29 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Parallel | Gravel | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 3 | A | Standard Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 30 | A | Standard Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 31 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 32 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Parallel | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 33 | A | Standard Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 34 | A | Standard Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 35 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Parallel | Gravel | 20 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 4 | A | Standard Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 5 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 6 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 7 | A | Standard Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 8 | A | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 9 | A | Standard Nonelectric | — | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
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 campground.
GPS Coordinates 34°33'51.6"N 111°13'07.5"W
34.56433, -111.21875 · 34°33'51.6"N 111°13'7.5"W
Typical weather
Typically 83°F in Jul, down to 45°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 45 | 49 | 55 | 62 | 70 | 80 | 83 | 81 | 76 | 67 | 55 | 45 |
| Low °F | 17 | 20 | 25 | 30 | 38 | 47 | 55 | 53 | 46 | 34 | 24 | 17 |
| Precip in | 2.3 | 2.2 | 1.9 | 0.9 | 0.8 | 0.3 | 2.8 | 3.3 | 1.9 | 1.4 | 1.4 | 2.3 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 3.5 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
Map
Fees and stay limits
Standard nonelectric 1-8 people $20.00 Standard nonelectric 9-16 people $40.00
From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.
More photos
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Common questions about Rock Crossing Campground (AZ)
- Can you reserve a site at Rock Crossing Campground (AZ)?
- Yes, Rock Crossing Campground (AZ) is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Rock Crossing Campground (AZ) have?
- 35 sites.
- What is the maximum RV length at Rock Crossing Campground (AZ)?
- 35 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Rock Crossing Campground (AZ)?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Rock Crossing Campground (AZ).
- Does Rock Crossing Campground (AZ) have hookups?
- No hookups are recorded here.
- Are campfires allowed at Rock Crossing Campground (AZ)?
- Campfires are allowed at Rock Crossing Campground (AZ). Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
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Rock Crossing Campground (AZ) also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Rock Crossing Campground (AZ)'s operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- $20 per night per single unit site, up to eight people and two vehicles. $40 per night per double site, up to 16 people and four vehicles. Senior and Access Interagency Passes are accepted for a 50% discount on single-site camping fees.
Restrictions:
- Quiet hours: 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. (running generators not permitted during quiet hours)
Camping near Rock Crossing Campground (AZ)
- Moqui Group Campground 2.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Long Valley Group Campground 7 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Elks Group Campground 12 mi · Campground · we watch it
- C.C. Cragin (Blue Ridge) Reservoir 1.4 mi · Facility
- Blue Ridge Campground 2.2 mi · Campground
- Clints Well Campground 5.5 mi · Campground
- Mogollon Rim Ranger District 5.6 mi · Facility
- Kehl Springs Campground 10.5 mi · Campground
- Knoll Lake 11.9 mi · Facility
- Knoll Lake Campground 11.9 mi · Campground
- Jack's Canyon Camping and Climbing Area 16 mi · Facility
- Bear Canyon Lake and Camping Area 16.4 mi · Campground
Contact
- Phone 928-477-2255
- 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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