Sharp Creek Campground, Tonto National Forest
Sharp Creek Handicap-accessible Campsites
Sharp Creek Campground Loop Oak Vault Toilets with a Water Spigot to the right
Sharp Creek Campground surrounded by the Tonto National Forest
Sharp Creek Campground with Restrooms beside each of the Handicap-accessible Sites

Featured amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Pull Through Site Pull Through Site
Restrooms Restrooms
Fire Pit Fire Pit

Available sites

20 total sites

About Sharp Creek

Sharp Creek is a small campground located in an area of central Arizona known for its pleasant temperatures, spectacular scenery and outdoor recreation. There are tent-only, family and group sites to accommodate a wide range of visitors.

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
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Closed periods
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Currently open - Apr 15 to Nov 1

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Pull Through Site Pull Through Site
Restrooms Restrooms
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Site Setup and Access

Site Setup and Access

  • Pull Through Site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • Fire Pit
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • Pavilion
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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
⛺ 001, Loop: Pine Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 002, Loop: Pine Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 005, Loop: Pine Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 007, Loop: Oak RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 008, Loop: Oak RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 011, Loop: Oak RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
🚐 013, Loop: Oak RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 014, Loop: Oak RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
🚐 016, Loop: Oak RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 017, Loop: Oak RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 018, Loop: Oak RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
🚐 019, Loop: Juniper RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 020, Loop: Juniper RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 021, Loop: Juniper RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 024, Loop: Juniper RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
🚐 027, Loop: Juniper RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
🚐 028, Loop: Juniper RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 1, Loop: MANZ RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
🚐 2, Loop: MANZ RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through
🚐 3, Loop: MANZ RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Pull-through

Reviews (220)

What Guests Are Saying

Sharp Creek campground offers a clean, spacious, and peaceful environment, nestled among beautiful pine trees, making it a favorite for many campers. The hosts are friendly and attentive, enhancing the overall experience. While some reviews mention minor issues like restroom maintenance and highway noise, the overall sentiment is highly positive, with many visitors eager to return.

Review Summary

4.7
220 reviews
5
78.6%
173
4
13.6%
30
3
3.6%
8
2
2.3%
5
1
1.8%
4

Steve S

Verified

September 30, 2026 • Stayed at: 028, Loop: Juniper

5

Clean, peaceful campsite and friendly hosts.

Wayne C

Verified

September 28, 2026 • Stayed at: 2, Loop: MANZ

4

Our family had a great trip to Sharp Creek Group site #2. This location is a beautiful area. It does make me feel sad that needed repairs to the site are not getting done with the site rental fees that we pay. I feel that the private contracted daily operations, maintenance and facilities management has failed in their responsibilities. I would like to request a full audit and review of the contract and services.

suzanne w

Verified

September 25, 2026 • Stayed at: 2, Loop: MANZ

5

Great group site. Easily accommodates large groups. Love the huge field for games and covered Ramada for meals. The electrical outlet in the Ramada allowed us to plug in a 60 cup coffee maker...so nice on a frosty morning for the whole group.

Shawna J

Verified

September 20, 2026 • Stayed at: 021, Loop: Juniper

5

Super clean. Well-manicured campsites, plenty of room between sites. We will definitely be back!

Jacqueline V

Verified

September 8, 2026 • Stayed at: 2, Loop: MANZ

5

Sharp Creek is a beautiful location! We enjoyed staying at the campground.

James T

Verified

August 26, 2026 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: Oak

5

Lovely campground with lots of shade trees and ample space between most sites. Every site has a large picnic bench, grill, and fire pit. The camp hosts kept everything very clean, there was no sign that the campground had been full over the weekend prior to our arrival.

Reagan W

Verified

August 24, 2026 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: Oak

5

The campsite was clean with lots of big pine trees. Other than being able to hear the highway noise, it's a great site.

Mariaelena c

Verified

August 14, 2026 • Stayed at: 028, Loop: Juniper

5

Muy buena experiencia y muy recomendable

Cindy H

Verified

August 13, 2026 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: Juniper

5

The only thing that could make Sharp Creek even better is a dump station. Other than that it is great. 👍

Rosa S

Verified

August 9, 2026 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: Pine

5

Excelente lugar y muy limpio

Location & Directions for Sharp Creek

1009 East Highway 260, Payson, AZ 85541 United States

Elevation: 1,810 ft

Getting There

This facility is located 23 mi northeast of Payson, Arizona, approximately 1.5 mi east of Christopher Creek. From Payson, take Highway 260 east for 23 mi. The campground is on the south side of Highway 260.

Nearest town

Payson, AZ - 23 mi

About 28 min to downtown

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check in time

2PM

Check out time

11AM

General

  • Extra vehicle charge of $8 per night is required if applicable. Fee can be bundled with online reservation or purchased on-site at fee machine.
  • No off-highway vehicles allowed off the main campground road.
  • No firewood sales available at campground. Plan to purchase ahead of time.
  • For First-Come, First-Served sites, you must physically arrive at the campground to see if the campsite is available. There is no guarantee this site will be available to purchase upon your 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.
  • Quiet hours are; no amplified music.

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Last updated: October 19, 2026

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