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.
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.
STAGE 2 - Temporary Road Restrictions for Fire Danger
In association with Stage 2 Fire Restrictions, specific forest roads in the area of the San Francisco Peaks, Marshall Lake, and Pumphouse Wash are closed to motorized vehicles.
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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