Chavez Crossing
Open year-round. Reservations required through Recreation.gov; no walk-ins. Check-in at 1 PM, check-out at 11 AM. Fire restrictions may be in effect; call 928-226-4607 before building campfires. Stay limit is 7 days.
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
Chavez Crossing Group Campground is tucked along Oak Creek in the picturesque Red Rock Ranger District of Coconino National Forest, just south of downtown Sedona. The campground sits at 4,079 feet elevation, shaded by sycamore and cypress groves with Sedona's iconic red rock formations visible in the surrounding landscape. Oak Creek provides opportunities for wading and fishing in its clear waters. The campground features three group sites: Sycamore and Cypress (each accommodating 10-50 people at $136/night) and Ponderosa (10-30 people at $108/night). All sites include picnic tables, fire pits, and cooking grills. Potable water is available throughout the campground, and restroom facilities and trash collection are provided. The campground is strictly reservation-only with no walk-ins permitted. Nearby attractions include Cathedral Rock, Bell Rock, and the Red Rock/Secret Mountain Wilderness. The campground is adjacent to Poco Diablo Resort and within easy reach of Sedona's restaurants and shopping. Quiet hours are enforced from 10 PM to 6 AM, and the stay limit is 7 days. Fire restrictions may be in effect seasonally.
Directions
From Flagstaff, take I-17 south to Hwy 89A. Go south on 89A through Oak Creek Canyon to Sedona. Turn left onto State Highway 179. Go south on Hwy 179 approximately 2 miles. Turn right on Oak Creek Cliffs Dr. to the campground on the left side adjacent to Poco Diablo Resort. From Phoenix, take Exit 298 and travel 12.7 miles north on Hwy 179, then turn left on Oak Creek Cliffs Dr. Address: 201 Oak Creek Cliffs Dr., Sedona, AZ 86336.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $108 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 35ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 35ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (928) 204-0028 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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