Overview

Gentry Group Campground is positioned on a ridge that divides two canyons. From the campground visitors enjoy views of Black Canyon Lake and the forested hillsides and canyons beyond. Due to limited maneuvering space, this campground is recommended for tents or small campers only.

Facilities

Gentry Group Campground offers picnic tables, campfire grills, and a vault toilet. Roads are sand and gravel. 

No dumpster in campground, Pack it In - Pack it Out. 

There is a campground host and trash dumpster available at the Black Canyon Rim campground

Natural Features

The area is relatively flat with sandy surfaces. The campground is sheltered among towering ponderosa pines interspersed with fir and oak.

Recreation

Recreation opportunities in the area include hiking, photography and wildlife viewing. Visitors can often see a herd of wild horses which frequent the area.

Nearby Attractions

Gas, phone and groceries are available adjacent to Highway 260, approximately 10 miles west at Forest Lakes or 13 miles east at Heber.

Contact Info

Important Notices

• No potable water or trash service. Bring your own water and pack out trash.
• Campground is reservable as a single group site for up to 50 people and 6 vehicles.

• Well behaved dogs on leashes or leads are welcome. Dogs must be attended at all times - do not leave unattended dogs in campsites. Visitors who bring aggressive or nuisance dogs may be asked to leave - no refund will be given.

• Only quiet generators are permitted in campground.

Notifications and Alerts

• Renting an RV to be delivered to your campsite? Make sure your delivery service has a Forest Service special use permit!

Directions

<p>Approximately 13 west of Heber on AZ Highway 260, take Forest Road 300 south approximately four and one half miles, following signs to Gentry Lookout Tower. Located adjacent to Forest Road 300, at just over the 7,700 foot elevation mark, this campground shares its space with the Lookout Tower.</p>

Contact Information

Phone: 928-535-9859

Rental Options

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