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.
From Recreation.gov
Please Note: Campground will be closing on Sunday, 9/20/2026 due to roadwork scheduled to begin on Monday, 9/21/2026.
Fireworks, Explosives and Sparks Restrictions
To prevent fires and for public safety order 03-00-23-001 prohibits to 1) possess, discharge, or use any kind of firework or other pyrotechnic devices; 2) use explosives; or 3) operate an internal or external combustion engine without a spark arresting device in effective working order.
Motor Vehicle Order Road Restrictions
The purpose of this Order is for the protection of public health and safety and prohibits: Using any type of vehicle that does not comply with an applicable state law.Using a road for commercial hauling without a permit or written authorization.Operating a vehicle in violation of speed, load,…
STAGE 1 FIRE RESTRICTIONS IN EFFECT
Stage 1 fire restrictions for the Coconino National Forest are in effect as of 8 a.m. May 21, 2026.For more information about what fire restrictions entail on the Coconino National Forest, please visit the "Restrictions" page of our website.
Flagstaff-area camping and campfire restrictions in effect year-round
Year-round camping and campfire restrictions are in effect for National Forest lands surrounding Flagstaff.
Kachina Village and Pumphouse Wash Camping and Campfire Restrictions
Year-round camping and campfire restrictions are in effect for the Kachina Village and Pumphouse Wash area south of Flagstaff, between State Route 89A and Interstate 17, except within designated camping areas on Forest Road 237.
Lake Mary Restrictions in Effect
Camping, campfire and use prohibitions are in effect in the Lake Mary area.
C.C. Cragin Reservoir Vehicle and Swimming Prohibitions
Vehicle and swimming restrictions are in effect for the C.C. Cragin (Blue Ridge) Reservoir.
Occupancy and Use Prohibition: San Francisco Peaks Alpine Tundra and Inner Basin Restrictions
Use restrictions are in effect for the San Francisco Peaks Inner Basin area.
14-Day Camping Limit in a Consecutive 30-Day Period
Coconino National Forest visitors are limited to a 14-day limit in any consecutive 30-day period.
West Sedona Camping and Campfire Restrictions
Year-round camping and campfire restrictions are in effect for the area west of Sedona except within designated camping areas.
Verde Wild and Scenic River Special Restrictions
Restrictions regarding fire, occupancy, use and waste are in effect in the Verde Wild and Scenic River area.
Fossil Creek Wild and Scenic River (Non-Permit Season)(October 2 - March 31)
Camping, campfire, glass container prohibitions in effect for the non-permit Fossil Creek season.
Fossil Creek Wild and Scenic River (Permit Season)(April 1 - October 1)
Camping, campfire, glass container prohibitions in effect for the non-permit Fossil Creek season.
Sedona/ Oak Creek Canyon Camping and Campfire Restrictions
Year-round camping and campfire restrictions are in place for the Sedona and Oak Creek Canyon areas.
Oak Creek Glass Container Prohibition
Glass containers are prohibited within 300 feet of Oak Creek except within a developed campground or picnic area.
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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