Overview

The Moqui Group Campground sits in a beautiful setting surrounded by ponderosa, oak, and aspen at an elevation of 6,915'. The campground consists of 3 individual group sites: Simmons, Spooner, and Ernst. Each site can accomodate up to 50 people offering picnic tables, fire rings, grills, vault tolets, trash collections, and piped drinking water. For groups larger than 50 people, multiple sites can be reserved. The Simmons and Spooner Group sites can each accomodate a maximum of 3 trailers or RV's up to 22'. The Earnst Group site is best suited for tents and smaller equipment.

Facilities

The group sites include fire rings, grills, picnic tables, vault toilets, trash collection, and piped drinking water.

Natural Features

The campground is in a forested setting. The nearby Mogollon Rim is one of the most striking geologic features in the state. This steep escarpment, measured in thousands of feet, stretches from New Mexico diagonally accross two thirds of Arizona and offers sweeping views of the landscape.

Recreation

Many visitors spend time relaxing and exploring the area. The nearby C.C. Cragin Reservoir and Knoll Lake offer opportunities for water based recreation, while the Arizona National Scenic Trail, General Crook National Recreation Trail, and historic Cabin Loop Trail System offer opportunities for hikers, bicyclist, and equestrian users. There are also several Fire Lookout Towers in the area.

Nearby Attractions

The community of Happy Jack, Arizona has a gas station, two convenience stores and two restaurants.

Important Notices

• Check-in time is 2 p.m.; check-out time is 12 p.m.

• No utility hookups or dump station

• Trash service is provided

• Horses are not allowed in the campground

• No amplified music or public address systems allowed

• Off-road vehicles may only be driven to enter and leave the campground

• Campground roads and parking spurs are gravel

• Vehicles must remain on gravelled surfaces

• RV's and Trailers up to 22' are allowed at Simmons and Spooner 3 maximun at each site

• Ernst is limited to tents, pop-up campers, camper vans, and pickup campers

• Pets must be on a leash or confined at all times and never left unattended

• Host on-site

• Coconino National Forest Click here for more information on Coconino National Forest

• Don't Move Firewood Prevent the spread of tree killing pests-s bobtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org 

Available Activities

• Canoeing - Canoeing
• Amphitheater - Amphitheater
• Camping - Camping
• Fishing - Fishing
• Hiking - Hiking
• Kayaking - Kayaking
• Mountain Biking - Mountain Biking
• Photography - Photography
• Star Gazing - Star Gazing
• Wildlife Viewing - Wildlife Viewing
• Backpacking - Backpacking
• Birding - Birding

Directions

<p>From Flagstaff, Arizona, drive 55 miles south on FH 3 (Lake Mary Road) to AZ 87 at Clints Well. Turn left onto AZ 87 Drive approximately 9 miles to milepost 298.8. Turn right on FR 138 and drive about one mile to the campground.</p> <p>From Payson, Arizona, drive 46 miles north on AZ 87 toward Winslow. Turn right onto FR 138 and drive about one mile to the campground. </p> <p>GPS Coordinates 34°35'46.1"N 111°11'55.2"W</p>

Contact Information

Phone: 928-477-2255

Rental Options

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