Sinkhole Campground

in Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests

The numbers that decide it

Longest rig
35 ft
Sites
13
Electric hookups
Not published
Pull-through sites
No
Paved access
Yes
Accessible sites
2
Driveway grade
Slight
Bear boxes
Not published
Campfires
Yes
Shade
Yes
Group sites
Not published

Site-level detail from Recreation.gov, checked 2026-08-05. Where a field says “not published”, the agency has not published it — it does not mean zero. See it on Recreation.gov

Sinkhole Campground

Located in the ponderosa pine forest, this campground is within walking distance of Willow Springs Lake which provides boating and fishing opportunities. Hiking and mountain biking opportunities are nearby in the non-motorized Wildlife Area. The General Crook National Recreation Trail is also within a mile of the campground. Be prepared for rain, often heavy, through July and August. Expect cool to cold nighttime temperatures. Natural Features: Sinkhole Campground is surrounded by ponderosa pines. The roads and spurs within the campground are chip-seal. Recreation : Fishing and boating are available at nearby Willow Springs Lake which is approximately one mile from the campground. Facilities : Sinkhole Campground has 26 sites (sites 14 through 26 are available for advanced reservation). Sites 1 through 13 are first-come, first served. There are two accessible sites, two double sites and the rest are single sites. All sites are back-in. Each site offers a campfire ring with grill and picnic table. Additional amenities include accessible vault toilets, drinking water and trash service. A camp host is available at the site. Nearby Attractions: Woods Canyon Lakes is located approximately 10 miles west off of Forest Roads 300 and 105. The Woods Canyon Lake Store and Marina offers boat and kayak rentals. Gas, phone and groceries are available approximately four miles east at Forest Lakes. For a map of this campground.

Before you go

Season

Opens May 1 Annually – Closes October 31 Annually

Reservations

Reservations accepted

Fees

Single site non-electric $24 per night, $12 extra vehicle charge, includes eight people and one vehicle.

Accessibility

Accessible campsites and drinking water within facility. Accessible boat dock, boat ramp, and trails within 10 miles of facility.

Scenic drives that pass close

Make it a night on a better road

Byway plans the drive in — real stops, real weather, nothing invented.