Bonito Campground
Open for the 2026 season. Currently experiencing amphitheater construction around sites 35 and 37. The campground will close Sunday, September 20, 2026 due to roadwork beginning September 21, 2026. Standard season runs early May through mid-October.
Air Quality Alert issued July 1 at 11:13AM MST by NWS Flagstaff AZ
The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) has issued an Ozone High Pollution Advisory for Flagstaff through Thursday. This means that forecast weather conditions combined with existing ozone levels are expected to result in local maximum 8-hour ozone concentrations that pose a health risk. Adverse health effects increase as air quality deteriorates. Ozone is an air contaminant which can cause breathing difficulties for children, older adults, as well as persons with respiratory problems. A decrease in physical activity is recommended. You are urged to car pool, telecommute, or use mass transit. The use of gasoline-powered equipment should be reduced or done late in the day. For details on this High Pollution Advisory, visit the ADEQ internet site at www.azdeq.gov/forecast/flagstaff or call 602-771-2300.
Air Quality Alert issued June 30 at 9:52AM MST by NWS Flagstaff AZ
The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) has issued an Ozone High Pollution Advisory for Flagstaff through Wednesday due to influence the Pocket Fire. This means that forecast weather conditions combined with existing ozone levels are expected to result in local maximum 8-hour ozone concentrations that pose a health risk. Adverse health effects increase as air quality deteriorates. Ozone is an air contaminant which can cause breathing difficulties for children, older adults, as well as persons with respiratory problems. A decrease in physical activity is recommended. You are urged to car pool, telecommute, or use mass transit. The use of gasoline-powered equipment should be reduced or done late in the day. For details on this High Pollution Advisory, visit the ADEQ internet site at www.azdeq.gov/forecast/flagstaff or call 602-771-2300.
About
Bonito Campground is named for the Bonito Lava Flow that oozed across this high desert plain some 900 years ago. That river of liquid rock, now frozen forever, is just one of the many remnants of volcanic activity lending an otherworldly appearance to this starkly beautiful landscape. The campground sits at 6,900 feet elevation among tall Ponderosa pines, providing a restful setting to explore the unique geology of the area. The campground features 44 single-unit sites with paved roads and spurs. Each site has a picnic table, fire ring, and cooking grill. Facilities include flush toilets and potable water. Of the 44 sites, 22 are reservable through Recreation.gov and 22 are first-come-first-served. Motor homes and trailers over 42 feet are not permitted. One ADA-accessible site is available. The entrance to Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument is adjacent to the campground. Nearby Wupatki National Monument features a four-story Native American stone masonry structure that once housed up to 125 people. Walnut Canyon National Monument is also within easy reach for exploring the region's rich cultural history.
Directions
Drive 12 miles northeast of Flagstaff on US 89. Turn east (right) on FR 545 toward Sunset Crater and drive 2 miles to Bonito Campground. The campground entrance is just before the entrance station of Sunset Crater National Monument.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | — |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $34 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 42ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 42ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (928) 226-0493 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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