Rock Crossing Campground
Open for the 2026 season. The campground operates from early May through late September. Some sites are reservable via Recreation.gov while others remain first-come, first-served. Fire danger is currently high; campfires are allowed in designated rings but are subject to forest fire restrictions.
O'Leary access restricted 9/21-10/21; NPS Road 545 closed between SR 89 and Sunset Crater
A section of Coconino National Forest land surrounding National Parks Service Road 545 is temporarily closed to the public. The access road to O'Leary Peak is not accessible for hiking or driving during the closure.
West Fork Temporary Area Closure
The purpose of this order is to protect public health and safety during and following precipitation events within the Oak Creek watershed affected by the Pocket Fire.
Snowbowl Road to temporarily close morning of Sept. 19
Snowbowl Road (Forest Road 516) will temporarily close from 5 a.m. to noon on Sept. 19, 2026, for the annual Climb to End Cancer event.
About
Rock Crossing Campground occupies a scenic forested setting surrounded by ponderosa pine and oak at an elevation of 7,316 feet on the Mogollon Rim in Coconino National Forest. The cool summer climate and proximity to C.C. Cragin (Blue Ridge) Reservoir make it a popular destination for anglers and outdoor enthusiasts. The reservoir is stocked annually with rainbow trout by Arizona Game & Fish, and brown trout are also present. The campground features 31 individual family sites and two double sites. Each site includes a picnic table, campfire ring, cooking grill, tent pad, and bear-resistant food storage locker. Vault toilets and potable drinking water are available, along with trash collection and campground hosts. There are no hookups, showers, or dump station. Recreational opportunities abound in the area. The Arizona National Scenic Trail, General Crook National Recreation Trail, and historic Cabin Loop Trail System provide options for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. Wildlife including elk, mule deer, black bear, bald eagles, and osprey inhabit the surrounding forest. Tonto Natural Bridge State Park is approximately 45 minutes away.
Directions
From Flagstaff, drive 55 miles south on Forest Highway 3 (Lake Mary Road) to AZ 87 at Clints Well. Turn left onto AZ 87 and drive approximately 4.6 miles to FR 751 (turnoff for Blue Ridge / C.C. Cragin Reservoir). Turn right on FR 751 and drive approximately 2.5 miles to the campground. From Payson, drive approximately 42.5 miles north on AZ 87 toward Winslow to FR 751, then turn right and drive 2.5 miles to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $20 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 35ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 35ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (928) 477-2255 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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