Black Canyon Rim Campground (Apache-sitgreaves National Forest, AZ)

view of entrance to Black Canyon Rim Campground
view of entrance to Black Canyon Rim Campground
Black Canyon Rim Campground Sign and Gate Entrance
BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND
BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND

Featured amenities

Parking Parking
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Fire Pit Fire Pit

Available sites

20 total sites

About Black Canyon Rim Campground (Apache-sitgreaves National Forest, AZ)

Black Canyon Rim Campground has 20 sites of varying sizes. All sites can accommodate tents and pop-up campers. Some sites are suitable for pull trailers, 5th-wheel trailers, and motorhomes up to 40 ft.

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Oct 12 to Oct 31

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Parking Parking
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • Fire Pit
  • Campfire Ring
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • Dog Run / Park
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

20 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 01, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 02, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 03, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 04, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 05, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 06, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 07, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 08, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 09, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 10, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 11, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 12, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
⛺ 13, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 14, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 15, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 16, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 17, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 18, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 19, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 20, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site

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.

Review Summary

4.6
115 reviews
5
74.8%
86
4
14.8%
17
3
7.0%
8
2
0.9%
1
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2.6%
3

Kaci C

Verified

February 19, 2021 • Stayed at: 20, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND

5

Gorgeous open campsites. Best site host. We really enjoyed our stay.

Aida M

Verified

October 19, 2020 • Stayed at: 13, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND

5

Great location. Friendly host. Lastly, restrooms were always clean.

Olivia A

Verified

October 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 13, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND

5

I really liked this campground. Especially the camp host.

I cannot wait until I can camp here again.

Sara L

Verified

October 15, 2020 • Stayed at: 19, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND

1

Ms.Pat camp host came up to our campsite to harass us and discriminate us! She heard us speaking Spanish and demanded we stop because it’s the United States of America. For a veteran like myself and others in the group that was such a disgrace. We are not against Ms. Pat or anyone voicing what they feel but what I do have a problem with is people like Ms. Pat telling others what they can and can’t do with their freedom. I documented her saying all those disgusting things to us in front of our children. Ended our trip with her pretty much kicking us out “her” camp ground. It’s a shame because I see other positive comments about her here but that was not our experience with her unfortunately.

Mike R

Verified

October 12, 2020 • Stayed at: 10, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND

4

Camp host, Pat, was great. When she ran out of firewood, she offered a can of propane to save breakfast!

I would go back, but would choose to be further away from the dirt trail - lots of dune buggies and ATVs kicking up dust throughout the day.

Gloria G

Verified

October 12, 2020 • Stayed at: 18, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND

5

The ranger was very kind, and the place and the weather nice.

Amanda M

Verified

October 8, 2020 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND

1

If you want to get yelled at by a campground host on a power trip camp here. The campground host was speeding through the campground in her pickup and yelled at us as soon as we arrived didnt even bother to talk to us in a civilized manner. She scared our young children just because we didn't check-in when nobody was around and we had already reserved online. Due to COVID, checkin "rules" seem different at every campground. We were very disappointed by the lack of professionalism by the host at this campground! We have never felt so disrespected and belittled for no reason.There is only one restroom towards at the front of the campground which makes for a long walk at night. Black Canyon Lake is amazing aside from the disguising bathrooms and well worth the drive just don't camp here!

Mark G

Verified

October 5, 2020 • Stayed at: 10, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND

5

We had a great time. Pat the camp host was wonderful. The bathrooms were clean and well stocked. We went during the week and there were only two other campers there. Be care full if you bring your dogs. One of ours almost got sprayed by a Skunk.

Everett H

Verified

September 26, 2020 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND

3

The dust off the side road was awful. The rails and buggies ran all day and at deadly speeds. At the high speeds blankets of fine dust would float over to our, and all our camping neighbor sites.

Danielle S

Verified

September 21, 2020 • Stayed at: 05, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND

5

We had a lovely weekend tent stay and took advantage of the lovely weather and went for a swim and hike in and around Black Canyon Lake. We saw at least a dozen wild horses there playing in the mud and galloping around the lake. Our children had a fabulous time swimming from short to the little island in the middle and playing Survivor. Highly recommend the campground, but did have to do a bit of bee swatting near food and trash. Beware with Verizon we didn’t have signal most of the trip which is nice for camping anyhow.

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...

Nearest town

Overgaard, AZ - 19 mi

About 25 min to downtown

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

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