Crook Campground
Open seasonally from mid-May through mid-October. The campground operates as a group reservation facility only with two sites available. Reservations are made through Recreation.gov.
Red Flag Warning issued June 30 at 12:19PM MST until June 30 at 7:00PM MST by NWS Flagstaff AZ
* WHAT...Critical fire weather conditions expected. Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph and relative humidity 7 to 18 percent. * WHERE...East and southeast of Flagstaff, stretching along the Mogollon Rim and White Mountains, as well as northward into the Little Colorado River Valley. This includes portions of the Apache-Sitgreaves and Coconino National Forests. * WHEN...Until 7 PM MST /8 PM MDT/ this evening. * IMPACTS...Rapid spread and growth of any new or existing fires. Fires will have the potential to exhibit extreme fire behavior. Elevated potential for new fire starts.
Red Flag Warning issued June 29 at 6:45PM MST until June 29 at 7:00PM MST by NWS Flagstaff AZ
...RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM MST /11 AM MDT/ TO 7 PM MST /8 PM MDT/ TUESDAY... * WHAT...Critical Fire Weather conditions will subside this evening as winds speeds decrease. The Red Flag Warning for Monday will expire at 7 PM MST. These conditions redevelop by late Tuesday morning, with Critical Fire Weather conditions developing for much of Tuesday in the same area, Expect southwest winds 15 to 25 mph, with gusts up to 40 mph, along with minimum relative humidity values from 6 to 20 percent. * WHERE...East and southeast of Flagstaff, stretching along the Mogollon Rim and White Mountains, as well as northward into the Little Colorado River Valley. This includes portions of the Apache-Sitgreaves and Coconino National Forests. * WHEN...From 10 AM MST /11 AM MDT/ to 7 PM MST /8 PM MDT/ Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Rapid spread and growth of any new or existing fires. Fires will have the potential to exhibit extreme fire behavior. Elevated potential for new fire starts.
About
Crook Campground is a group-only reservation facility situated in a tall ponderosa pine forest at 7,500 feet elevation in the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest. Located approximately 3/4 mile from Woods Canyon Lake, the campground provides a shaded retreat for large gatherings with easy access to fishing, boating (electric motors only), and hiking. The paved Meadow Trail borders the campground and connects to both Woods Canyon Lake and the Rim Lakes Vista Trail, offering spectacular views of the Mogollon Rim. The campground consists of two group loops (GRPA and GRPB) arranged in a cul-de-sac design, each capable of hosting up to 110 campers and 26 vehicles with parallel parking. Amenities include vault toilets, potable water, fire rings with grills, picnic tables, and a covered ramada in each loop. A dump station is located nearby, and firewood is available for purchase. Groceries and supplies can be found at the Woods Canyon Store or in Forest Lakes, 9 miles east. Summer temperatures at this elevation are pleasant, though afternoon thunderstorms are common from late June through August. The campground offers free interpretive nature programs for groups when scheduled in advance. The surrounding Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest encompasses 2 million acres of mountain country with endless opportunities for outdoor recreation.
Directions
From Heber: Travel 25 miles west on State Highway 260. Turn right onto Forest Road 300, located directly across from the Rim Visitor Information Station. Travel about 4 miles north toward Woods Canyon Lake. Turn right onto Forest Road 105 toward Woods Canyon Lake and watch for signs for Crook Campground. From Payson: Travel approximately 30 miles east on State Highway 260. When you top out on the rim, take the first left onto Forest Road 300 directly across the highway from the Rim Visitor Information Station. Travel about 4 miles north, turn right onto Forest Road 105 toward Woods Canyon Lake, and watch for signs for Crook Campground.
Location
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $330 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 30ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 30ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (928) 535-0181 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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