Black Canyon Rim Campground (Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, AZ)

Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, Arizona

  • Fee per nightnot confirmed
  • Seasonnot listed
  • RV length (some sites)Up to 45 ft
  • Drinking wateryes
  • Electricno

At a glance: Confirmed: drinking water. No electric hookups or flush toilets. Listed for rigs up to 45 ft. Not listed: showers.

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Black Canyon Rim Campground (Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, AZ) in Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, Arizona
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  • Electric hookups No
  • Drinking water Yes
  • Flush toilets No
  • Showers Not listed
  • Dump station Not listed
  • Water hookups at sites No
  • Sewer hookups Not listed
  • Tent sites Yes
  • RV / trailer sites Yes
  • Reservable online Yes

Sites, fees and season

Campsites
20
Longest RV / trailer listed
Up to 45 ft at selected sites (not every site; check access and your site)
Elevation
7,624 ft
Phone
(928) 535-9859 (campground or managing office)
Official fee information

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Location and nearby campgrounds

Location on the map · Driving directions · 34.30443, -110.74535 (the official listing point; check the access road for large rigs)

From the official listing description, directions and rules

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.

Nearby Attractions

Gas, phone, and groceries are available 8 miles west at Forest Lakes or 13 miles east at Heber.

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Sources and data dates where every fact comes from
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CampsitesRecreation.gov (RIDB)Oct 25, 2026
source updated Mar 11, 2026
Reservable onlineRecreation.gov (RIDB)Oct 25, 2026
source updated Mar 11, 2026
Tent sitesRecreation.gov (RIDB)Oct 25, 2026
source updated Mar 11, 2026
RV / trailer sitesRecreation.gov (RIDB)Oct 25, 2026
source updated Mar 11, 2026
Electric hookupsRecreation.gov (RIDB)Oct 25, 2026
source updated Mar 11, 2026
Water hookups at sitesRecreation.gov (RIDB)Oct 25, 2026
source updated Mar 11, 2026
Drinking waterRecreation.gov (RIDB)Oct 25, 2026
source updated Mar 11, 2026
Flush toiletsRecreation.gov (RIDB)Oct 25, 2026
source updated Mar 11, 2026
Longest RV / trailer listedRecreation.gov (RIDB)Oct 25, 2026
source updated Mar 11, 2026
ElevationUSGS elevation (EPQS)Oct 25, 2026
Official pageRecreation.gov (RIDB)Oct 25, 2026
source updated Mar 11, 2026
Official reservationsRecreation.gov (RIDB)Oct 25, 2026
source updated Mar 11, 2026
PhoneRecreation.gov (RIDB)Oct 25, 2026
source updated Mar 11, 2026

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