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20 total sitesAbout Black Canyon Rim Campground (Apache-sitgreaves National Forest, AZ)
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
- Restrooms
Cooking and Fire
- Picnic Table
- Fire Pit
- Campfire Ring
Parking and Transport
- Parking
On Site Services
- Dog Run / Park
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Reviews (115)
What Guests Are Saying
Black Canyon Rim Campground offers a delightful camping experience with friendly hosts, clean bathrooms, and a beautiful natural setting. Many visitors enjoyed the spacious and well-maintained sites, as well as the unique sighting of wild horses and deer. While some noted the campground's proximity to a noisy road and limited cell service, the overall ambiance, cleanliness, and helpful staff contributed to a positive stay, with many guests expressing a desire to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Black Canyon Rim Campground offers a delightful camping experience with friendly hosts, clean bathrooms, and a beautiful natural setting. Many visitors enjoyed the spacious and well-maintained sites, as well as the unique sighting of wild horses and deer. While some noted the campground's proximity to a noisy road and limited cell service, the overall ambiance, cleanliness, and helpful staff contributed to a positive stay, with many guests expressing a desire to return.
Review Summary
Zachary C
VerifiedOctober 6, 2026 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND
Spaced out sites, very kind host. Enjoyable experience!
RIan B
VerifiedOctober 4, 2026 • Stayed at: 11, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND
Great campground. My son and I enjoy this campground often. It's always clean and no issues. This last time there was no camp host but everyone was very respectful.
Patricia B
VerifiedOctober 3, 2026 • Stayed at: 14, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND
The park is a hidden gem! Lots of privacy and so much cooler than in the valley. I'll definitely come again.
David G
VerifiedSeptember 29, 2026 • Stayed at: 12, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND
Rocks! Not the best site for the price for tents. The majority of sites are very sloped and rocky. Bring a shovel, rake, or bring a lot of padding or wood pallets. Just put everything back in it's place when you leave. Otherwise amazing night skies 😱. Some off-roaders can be rude and loud into the night but they got quiet well over an hour before curfew. We didn't have a full-time host but a ranger came and checked on us during the day and was very helpful and informative. You cannot/don't want to walk to the lake. It's about 3 mi farther into the woods on less maintained dirt roads and the water level was pretty low. Still, it was beautiful to see. I suggest visiting Willow Springs Lake if you want to kayak, or take your own boat, or fish. Woods Canyon Lake is farther but you can rent all sizes of boats there and it has a store. I do not suggest diving a low-profile car to the campground because it is a dirt graded road and can have big dips from flooding, but it can be done if you are careful and drive slow. Oh and yes, there are wild horses! But not 100% chance they'll walk into camp while you're there or awake. And there is only one bathroom on site that can be far away or stink if it hasn't been emptied in awhile so choose your site accordingly. Would I go back? Yes! Now that I know what to bring/expect.
Melissa B
VerifiedSeptember 21, 2026 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND
Perfect as always.
Ashley H
VerifiedAugust 23, 2026 • Stayed at: 20, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND
The care giver was very helpful and friendly. Campsites were nice it was a bit rocky but we just moved things around. The bathrooms were clean and it was nice having water by the entrance to wash dishes.The best part were the wild horses that waltzed through the campsite first thing in the morning.
Tarin W
VerifiedAugust 19, 2026 • Stayed at: 08, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND
This place is a gem! Note that it’s a skinny dirt road so getting a trailer in is a little tight. Cellphone service is spotty like others have mentioned. Wild horses and deer came up to the campsites.
Vladimir B
VerifiedAugust 10, 2026 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND
This is a good, small campground. The sites were nice and the outhouse was always clean (only one for the campground though). We had a nice time and would not hesitate to go back. Lastly, cell service is very poor and unreliable - be aware.
Tara S
VerifiedAugust 9, 2026 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND
Host was very helpful, we loved the small campground. We were the only trailer that weekend but the site was great and lots of room. Saw some horses.
Erinn C
VerifiedAugust 9, 2026 • Stayed at: 06, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND
Manny was excellent! The sites were very clean and beautiful. The only reason I gave 4 stars is because the noise from ATVs was very loud. Also there was only 1 bathroom for the whole campground. Otherwise a great experience!
Location & Directions for Black Canyon Rim Campground (Apache-sitgreaves National Forest, AZ)
P.O. Box 2337, Overgaard, AZ 85933 United States
Elevation: 2,323 ft
Getting There
<p>Located 13 mi west of Heber, Arizona. </p><p>From Forest Lakes, travel east on Highway 260 for approximately 1 mi. Turn south on Rim Road and travel approximately 2.4 mi. The campground is located at the intersection of Rim Road and Black Cany...
Located 13 mi west of Heber, Arizona.
From Forest Lakes, travel east on Highway 260 for approximately 1 mi. Turn south on Rim Road and travel approximately 2.4 mi. The campground is located at the intersection of Rim Road and Black Canyon Road.
Highway access
Black Canyon Rim Campground is accessible via Highway 260, which is approximately 1 mile from the campground. Rim Road connects from Highway 260 to the campground.
Policies & Rules
General
- One (1) vehicle is included with each campsite reservation. RVs and their tow vehicles, as well as vehicles towing camper trailers, are considered one vehicle when they arrive as a single unit. Vehicles beyond that would be subject to the additional vehicle fee ($12.00/night) collected at the campground upon arrival.
- Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
- If this campground is full, several other facilities are in the area.
- This is a high elevation facility; please use caution when traveling from lower elevations.
- 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.
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Last updated: October 19, 2026