Overview

The Long Valley Work Center Group Campground sits among stately ponderosa pines at an elevation of 6,950 feet offering a cool respite from the summer heat of the valley below. It is also the site of a historic Forest Service work center. The campground is designed to meet the needs of large groups and can accommodate 300 people, offering picnic tables, grills, and a large fire pit. There are vault toilets. For every 25 people after the first 50, the group will need to provide additional port-a-pots.

Facilities

The group campground is in a primitive setting on 5 acres. The site has grills, picnic tables, a large fire ring, trash collection and vault toilets. It is important to know that for every 25 people after the first 50, the group will need to provide additional port-a-pots. The site can accomodate up to 300 people and 50 vehicles.

Natural Features

The campground is in a forested setting adjacent to a meadow. 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 across 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

• Drinking water is available

• Trash service is provided

• You may be required to supply supplemental toilets, depending on group size

• Horses are not allowed at 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

• RV's, Trailers and 5th Wheels maximum length up to 45-ft are permitted

• Fires allowed only in provided metal fire rings when our Forest is not under any restrictions.

  Know Before you go. Check our main Forest Page to see if we are in Restrictions before coming out.

  Stage 1 Fire restrictions: Fires allowed in developed fire ring only

  Stage 2 Fire restrictions: NO fires allowed, No charcoal BBQs, Propane ONLY

  https://www.fs.usda.gov/r03/coconino/fire/prevention/restrictions Click here for more information on Coconino National Forest Fire Restrictions

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

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

• Don't Move Firewood Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. 

Available Activities

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

Directions

<p>From Flagstaff, Arizona, drive 55 miles south on FH 3 (Lake Mary Road) to AZ 87 at Clint's Well. Turn right onto AZ 87. Drive approximately one mile and turn left onto Forest Road 141. Travel 1/2 mile on Forest Road 141, turn right onto Forest Road 147A for 0.7 miles. The Group Campground will be on your left. </p> <p>From Payson, Arizona, drive 36 miles north on AZ 87 toward Clint's Well. Turn right onto Forest Road 141. Travel 1/2 mile on Forest Road 141, turn right onto Forest Road 147A for 0.7 miles. The Group Campground will be on your left.</p> <p>GPS Coordinates; 34°31'16.2"N 111°19'47.6"W</p>

Contact Information

Phone: 928-477-2255

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