U.S. Forest Service · Sitgreaves National Forest · AZ

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

view of entrance to Black Canyon Rim CampgroundPhoto · USDA FS Black Mesa
Not publishedStatus
ReservableAccess
20Sites
60 ftMax rig

The place

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. Keep reading

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 sites · 20

LoopSiteTypeMax rigElectricADA
BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND01standard nonelectric55 ft
BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND02standard nonelectric60 ft
BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND03standard nonelectric50 ft
BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND04shelter nonelectric60 ft
BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND05standard nonelectric50 ft
BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND06standard nonelectric55 ft
BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND07standard nonelectric60 ft
BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND08standard nonelectric60 ft
BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND09standard nonelectric30 ft
BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND10standard nonelectric25 ft
BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND11standard nonelectric30 ft
BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND12standard nonelectric30 ft
BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND13standard nonelectric25 ft
BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND14standard nonelectric25 ft
BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND15standard nonelectric35 ft
BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND16standard nonelectric40 ft
BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND17standard nonelectric40 ft
BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND18standard nonelectric40 ft
BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND19standard nonelectric30 ft
BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND20standard nonelectric

Booking

183 daysBooking window before arrival

Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.

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Fees

Only cash and check can be accepted at the campground.

Who runs it

Operated by Vista Recreation, a private concessionaire, under permit from the agency.

SRC · Operator link · 2026-08-24

Your representative

This campground sits in AZ-02. This member’s public-lands record →

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