Chavez Crossing sits among the stunning landscapes of Coconino National Forest Recreation in Arizona . With 50 campsites (RV-friendly up to 35 feet feet) , restrooms, great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Reservations are required year-round , and the best times to visit are Apr-jun, Sep-Oct when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
💧 Water Access & Features
📸 Discover the Beauty of Coconino National Forest Recreation
🌤️ Best Time to Visit
Plan your trip during the optimal season for this campground.
🦅 Peak birding: Feb, Mar, Apr
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Chavez Crossing located in Sedona, Arizona, offering 50 camping sites.
Chavez Crossing
A Rural campground in Arizona
Overview
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. 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. 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. 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. the Unique Landscape Creates Erosion That Has Shaped Spectacular Canyons and Buttes That Make the Region an Appealing Attraction.
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.Contact Info
for Facility Specific Information, Please Call (928) 203-0624.Managed by: Usda Forest ServiceSite Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 50
- Hookup Types: Electric
- Max RV Length: 35 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: No
- 🗑️ Dump Station: No
- 💧 Potable Water: No
- 🛝 Playground: No
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: Available
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address:
City: Sedona, Arizona
Coordinates: 34.8436111, -111.7763889
Area Type: Rural
Phone: (928) 203-0624
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Swimming|fishing|hiking|water|trail|group-site|rv
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: Available
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: $25-35
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
LTE
AT&T
Fair Signal
LTE
T-Mobile
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📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS, CW, ION
Signal Quality: Fair
Total Stations: 14 stations
Nearest Market: Phoenix/TUCSON
Notes: Signals FROM Phoenix/TUCSON MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 28 stations (10 AM, 18 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Good
Major Formats: Country, Classic ROCK, Spanish, NEWS/TALK
Local News: KTAR 620 Am
Market: Phoenix/TUCSON
Notes: 10 AM, 18 FM Stations from Phoenix/Tucson
🔌 EV Charging
⚡ Poco Diablo Resort
Distance: 0.2 miles away
Address: 1752 State Rt 179, Sedona, AZ
Network: non-networked
Charging Type: Standard-charging-available • J1772
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 232143
- Managing Agency: Usda Forest Service
- Agency Email:
- Agency Website:
- Parent Park: Coconino National Forest Recreation
- Park Website: /parks/coconino-national-forest-recreation/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: National Forests
- Parks Post Name: coconino-national-forest-recreation
- Parent Park Name: Coconino National Forest Recreation
- Correct Park Type Mapping: coconino-national-forest-recreation
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 26.0
- States Covered: Arizona
- Managing Agencies: Usda Forest Service
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 131.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 1092
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 131.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 1092, 1092.0
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: arizona
- Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
- Park Type Slug: national-forests
- Parent Park Slug: coconino-national-forest-recreation
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
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