Facility Details - PINE FLAT CAMPGROUND WEST, AZ

Overview

Pine Flat Campground is a popular camping spot in scenic Oak Creek Canyon in Arizona's Coconino National Forest.

The campground is nestled in a forested canyon near the well-known town of Sedona, Arizona, and its red rock cliffs. The scenery is unmatched, the stream is stocked with trout, and swimming, hiking and birding spots can be accessed from the facility.

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, with some leading up the canyon slopes to offer sweeping views of the surrounding scenery. The creek is bordered with paths that lead along its picturesque course, offering excellent birding and abundant fishing.

Facilities:

There are 59 single unit sites at Pine Flat Campground, including two accessible sites. Picnic tables, campfire rings and cooking grills, as well as vault restrooms and drinking water, are provided.

No hookups or showers are available. Cave Springs Campground, about a mile downstream of Pine Flat, offers coin-operated showers, which guests of Pine Flat are welcome to use.

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.

Activities and Amenities

Within Facility
Birding Campfire Rings Creek Access Drinking Water Fishing Grills	Hiking Picnic Area Swimming Trails Vault Toilets Wildlife Viewing

Know Before You Go

Oak Creek is very crowded, especially on weekends; to get a campsite, it is best to come on a weekday and arrive early
An additional fee will be collected on-site for second vehicles
No radios or amplified devices allowed
The facility cannot accommodate wide-body motor-homes
No hookups available
No horses allowed in the campground
Motorbikes may only be used for entering or leaving campsite

Getting There:

GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
35.0125, -111.73806
35°0'45"N, 111°44'17"W

From Phoenix, take I-17 north to Highway 179 toward Sedona. Turn north on Highway 89A and continue for 12 miles into Oak Creek Canyon.