OutReserve

Black Canyon Rim Campground (apache-sitgreaves National Forest, Az)

Warning

General

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

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

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 feet.

Number of accommodations: 20

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently closed - Opens on Apr 24

Sites & Availability

20 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 01, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 02, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 03, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 04, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
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🚐 05, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
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🚐 06, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
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🚐 07, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 08, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 09, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 10, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 11, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 12, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
13, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
14, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
15, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 16, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 17, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 18, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 19, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 20, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (93)

What Guests Are Saying

Black Canyon Rim Campground offers a beautiful and spacious setting that creates a dispersed camping feel, with well-maintained sites, clean bathrooms, and friendly hosts. Many campers praised the ample tree cover, potable water access, and the overall cleanliness of the campground. While the road to the site could use improvement and some noise from nearby off-road vehicles was noted, the positive atmosphere and helpful camp hosts make it a highly recommended destination for future visits.

Review Summary

4.6
93 reviews
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Luis M

Verified

July 15, 2024 Stayed at: 16, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND

3

The site was beautiful with plenty of trees. Having water and containers for trash on site was a big plus. plenty of space in the spots. The only bad thing was the person in charge of the camp that repeatedly inserted himself into our experience by warning us throughout the day of camp rules and complaining about other campers. He shared with me way too much info about experiences with other campers while I was in line at bathroom. I believe he took my respectfulness and quietness as either permission or a chance to intimidate. Is the camp nice. Most assuredly! Will I go there again. Most likely not.

Christine W

Verified

July 14, 2024 Stayed at: 11, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND

5

I always love to come to this campsite. Usually quiet. This year I came on a holiday (4th of July.) the only draw back over a holiday... is that the Razor type vehicles and 4 by 4's were racing around all hours of day and night. Bob was extremely helpful and friendly. We were able to have fire as the ban was lifted a few days before. It's still very dry and with the elevation a bloody nose was a given. (Bring nasal spray!) Road coming in is passable by car, but it is bumpy. I think the horses were hiding mostly because of the amount of people in the woods. A lot of cows by the lake this time around. Bathrooms were immaculate! Thanks Bob!

Lee Ann V

Verified

July 14, 2024 Stayed at: 01, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND

5

I love this campground because of the excellent camp host.

Shawna S

Verified

July 13, 2024 Stayed at: 10, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND

5

Camp host was great! Patrolled the area multiple times to make sure we were comfortable and to ask if we needed anything. The bathrooms sparkled. This camp site is one of the cleanest and well maintained on the rim. Thank you!

April L

Verified

July 3, 2024 Stayed at: 11, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND

5

This is the 3rd time we have stayed here and love it. We stayed on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday nights. All the weekenders had left and it was like we had the place to ourselves. As usual, the camp was neat and clean. We had never met this camp host before. He was so nice. He was always available for any questions we had and would periodically check in with us to see if we needed anything. We will definitely be going back again

Bilge K

Verified

June 2, 2024 Stayed at: 02, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND

5

Bob (camp host) was very friendly, attending, helpful and a really nice person to have a conversation with, which is a rare to find all in one together! The bathrooms were pristine (along with the campgrounds) and the camping areas were placed distant enough to give the campers privacy. Overall it was a great experience and we’re already planning to go back!

Patti R

Verified

May 23, 2024 Stayed at: 01, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND

5

Beautiful area! Friendly campsite manager named Rob was very helpful.

Sam C

Verified

October 16, 2023 Stayed at: 09, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND

5

Great spot, we had a 24’ Toyhauler it was tight getting in there, especially since they didn’t really use the loop system for some of the roads.

Christine W

Verified

October 1, 2023 Stayed at: 11, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND

5

Campground was very well maintained. Woodsy and off the beaten track (except four wheelers and Razor lovers…)
Camp host Chick and wife Wendy made rounds multiple times per day and did a great job of keeping the sites clean. Vault toilets are the cleanest l've ever seen- Even didn’t smell too bad! A few of the sites are close together so be aware when booking if you're not looking to feel on top of your neighbors. Mostly there’s okay space between. Site is rocky, like many of the Rim sites are. 2 miles down the road is Black Canyon Lake. Gorgeous! Keep your eyes out for the wild horses. They are everywhere. Overall this is one of my regular sites. Always will return.

Chris M

Verified

September 26, 2023 Stayed at: 08, Loop: BLACK CANYON RIM CAMPGROUND

4

This is a nice, small out of the way campground up on the Rim.

Amenities were sparse, but that's the way I like it. The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars were some road noise from a forest service road adjacent to the campground (and at all hours, too?) and noise from someone shooting in the area.

The hike down Hangman's Trail is worth it and the story interesting.

Most of all, the campground hosts Chick and Wendy were just awesome. They really made this a great visit for me.

Location Black Canyon Rim Campground (apache-sitgreaves National Forest, Az)

Address:
P.O. Box 2337
Overgaard, AZ, 85933
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 34.3044 / -110.745

Elevation: 2323 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
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.

General

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.

General

If this campground is full, several other facilities are in the area.

General

This is a high elevation facility; please use caution when traveling from lower elevations.

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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.

General

Only quiet generators are permitted in campground.

Warnings & Advisories

Warning

General

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

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