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Black Canyon Rim Campground (apache-sitgreaves National Forest, Az)

Sitgreaves National Forest · Heber, AZ

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19 Tent19 RV1 Cabin

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  • Operator:9285359859
  • Address:P.O. Box 2337 · Heber, AZ · 85933
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About

Overview 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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Well reviewed4.6

112 camper reviews on Recreation.gov

Amenities

Flush Toilets
Potable Water
Firewood
Accessible
Picnic Tables
Fire Rings
Trash Service
Cell Service

Cell reception

Camper reports · checked Sep 29, 2026

Some Coverage

Average 2.1 of 4 bars · 86 reports across 3 carriers

Phone calls may occasionally drop; text messages may be delayed. Data service may be unusable. Drop-outs are common and it may be necessary to search for signal. Social media likely unusable.

  • Verizon

    Some Coverage

    1.8/4

    51 reports

  • AT&T

    Good Coverage

    2.7/4

    11 reports

  • T-Mobile

    Some Coverage

    2.4/4

    24 reports

Reported by campers on Recreation.gov, not measured by us. Reception varies by handset, weather, and where you stand in the campground. Recreation.gov

Check-in & Check-out

Check-in 2:00 PM

Check-out 11:00 AM

Campground Rules

  • Campfires generally permitted — verify current fire restrictions before lighting

Reservations

This campground accepts reservations. Book early for popular dates.

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Individual Sites (20)

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#01

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Loop BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND

Check official pricing Max 8 guests55 ft
CampsiteStandardPets OKCampfires
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#02

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Loop BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND

Check official pricing Max 8 guests60 ft
CampsiteStandardPets OKCampfires
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#03

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Loop BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND

Check official pricing Max 8 guests50 ft
CampsiteStandardPets OKCampfires
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#04

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Loop BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND

Check official pricing Max 8 guests60 ft
CampsiteLodgingPets OKCampfires
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#05

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Loop BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND

Check official pricing Max 8 guests50 ft
CampsiteStandardPets OKCampfires
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#06

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Loop BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND

Check official pricing Max 8 guests55 ft
CampsiteStandardPets OKCampfires
Reserve

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