Cave Springs Campground
The managing agency’s description mentions a closure. Read it below and confirm before you drive out.
The numbers that decide it
Recreation.gov publishes no site-level detail for this campground, so we cannot say what length of rig it takes. Call the managing office before committing to it in a large vehicle.
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.
Cave Springs Campground
ALERT for the 2024 CAMPING SEASON : This campground will be closed for the 2024 camping season due to a riverbank stabilization project. Cave Springs sits in the scenic Oak Creek Canyon and is one of Coconino National Forest’s most popular campgrounds. The campground is nestled in a forested canyon near the town of Sedona, Arizona, and its famous red rock cliffs. The scenery is unmatched, the stream is stocked with trout, and swimming, hiking and birding spots are nearby. Natural Features: The area is a heavily wooded, lush riparian zone. Campsites are located in a shady stand of ponderosa pines in the upper reaches of the canyon. Many of the campsites are located right on the banks of Oak Creek. The creek has crystal clear, cool water that is refreshing on hot summer days. Recreation : There are several hiking trails in the vicinity. Some lead up the canyon slopes to offer good views of the surrounding scenery. The creek is bordered with paths that lead along its picturesque course, offering great bird watching and fishing. Facilities : Cave Spring is a large campground with 84 campsites, including one tent-only site. All sites have picnic tables, campfire rings and cooking grills. Coin-operated showers, drinking water and vault restrooms are provided for convenience. The facility can host RVs, trailers and motor homes up to 36-ft. Nearby Attractions: The nearest town is Sedona, popular for its red rock vistas, resorts and shopping. One of Arizona’s best swimming spots, Slide Rock State Park, is down the road. Campers can also explore the 1.8-million acre Coconino National Forest, which boasts a spectacular variety of scenery and outdoor activities. Slide Rock State Park is only a short drive away. Fish Your National Forests: This site can be accessed by passenger car. Fish available include trout and native trout. Types of fishing available include wade, shore, fly, and spin. .noprint { display: none; } Hover mouse over photo to display slideshow controls. View album on Flicker
Before you go
Reservations
Reservations accepted
Fees
Campsite : $26 per night (up to 8 people per site. If your party consists of more than 8 people, you will need an additional site.) • 2nd vehicle : $10 per vehicle, per night (space permitting) • Firewood : $8 per bag (available from campground hosts) • Discounts: Senior and Access Interagency passes are accepted for a 50% discount on single-site camping fees. Other Interagency passes are not accepted. • Ice: $4 per bag
Hours
Check out : 11:00 am • Check in : 2:00 pm
Restrictions
No radios or amplified devices allowed. • Pets must always be restrained or on a leash. • No horses allowed in the campground. • Motorbikes may only be used for entering or leaving campsite. • 7 day stay limit. • Quiet hours 10:00 pm to 6:00 am (running generators not permitted during quiet hours). • No overflow parking available.
Scenic drives that pass close
Make it a night on a better road
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