Sharp Creek

Sharp Creek Campground surrounded by the Tonto National Forest
Sharp Creek Campground Loop Oak Vault Toilets with a Water Spigot to the right
Sharp Creek Handicap-accessible Campsites

Featured amenities

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

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

20 total sites

RV Sites

17 sites

Tent Sites

3 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.

Number of accommodations: 20

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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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
10 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
002, Loop: Pine Tent
10 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
005, Loop: Pine Tent
10 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 007, Loop: Oak RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 008, Loop: Oak RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 011, Loop: Oak RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 013, Loop: Oak RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 014, Loop: Oak RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 016, Loop: Oak RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 017, Loop: Oak RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 018, Loop: Oak RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 019, Loop: Juniper RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 020, Loop: Juniper RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 021, Loop: Juniper RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 024, Loop: Juniper RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 027, Loop: Juniper RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 028, Loop: Juniper RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 1, Loop: MANZ RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 2, Loop: MANZ RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 3, Loop: MANZ RV
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (212)

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

4.6
212 reviews
5
78.3%
166
4
13.7%
29
3
3.8%
8
2
2.4%
5
1
1.9%
4

Norma L

Verified

May 15, 2023 Stayed at: 013, Loop: Oak

5

Excellent location and with all access for our family since we have a son in a wheelchair. Good access to bathroom and space. Exceeded our expectations.

Eve D

Verified

May 15, 2023 Stayed at: 019, Loop: Juniper

5

Great camp spaces and really quiet

John L

Verified

May 8, 2023 Stayed at: 018, Loop: Oak

5

Quiet camping. Site 18 level and large. Plenty of room between sites. Pit toilets clean. Campground host helpful.

Katie F

Verified

April 23, 2023 Stayed at: 021, Loop: Juniper

2

The sites are very small, open and close together (not a lot of privacy). Upon arriving we asked a couple of the workers if we could set up our tent anywhere on our site and they said yes (we even confirmed where we were going to put the tents) after we set up our entire campsite the hosts come by and inform us that we need to move all of our tents into the tent pad (super small area and super close to the fire and picnic table) so we had to empty everything out of our tents and move them, play puzzle trying to fit everything in the tent pad etc. we will not be returning.

jesse m

Verified

October 30, 2022 Stayed at: 028, Loop: Juniper

5

Sam and Donna who I came in contact with were so sweet and kind. I loved my stay. They had fresh water for my RV, no dump station but you can dump at the local speedway gas station for free. The campsite was quiet, no complaints restroom were clean. I definitely recommend staying here.

Erika H

Verified

October 24, 2022 Stayed at: 017, Loop: Oak

5

My family had a great time camping at Sharp Creek. Camp Hosts were super friendly and helpful! Our kids even made friends with the kids in the next campsite.

Jenna P

Verified

October 19, 2022 Stayed at: 007, Loop: Oak

5

I love this campground! Large, private spaces in a beautiful forest. We will definitely be back!

Elizabeth M

Verified

October 11, 2022 Stayed at: 007, Loop: Oak

5

Beautiful, clean, quiet campground.

Tanya T

Verified

October 3, 2022 Stayed at: 027, Loop: Juniper

5

My family really liked this campground. The sites are spaced out and it has flat spaces already cleared for tents. The picnic tables are clean and it has posts to hang trash off the ground. The hosts are so friendly and helpful. At the suggestion of the host, we enjoyed a hike in Christopher Creek. We will recommend this campground and plan to come again in the future.

Jodie M

Verified

September 25, 2022 Stayed at: 028, Loop: Juniper

5

The on-site attendants were very friendly and helpful! Great place to spend the weekend!

Location Sharp Creek

Address:
1009 East Highway 260
Payson, AZ, 85541
United States

Elevation: 1810 feet

Distance to downtown

23 mi drive to downtown Payson (about 28 min)

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: September 4, 2026

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