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

Michael D

Verified

May 28, 2021 Stayed at: 011, Loop: Oak

5

Nice and quiet. Excellent campsite hosts.

Ryan D

Verified

May 27, 2021 Stayed at: 018, Loop: Oak

5

Out camp host Donna was really helpful. We had four sites reserved for "hard core" campers and a few others that were staying in Christopher Creek Cabins nearby, but coming to the campground during the day. She made us all feel welcome and it was a great weekend outing for our group.

Lisa D

Verified

May 17, 2021 Stayed at: 019, Loop: Juniper

5

Beautiful and well kept campground

Mike C

Verified

May 16, 2021 Stayed at: 017, Loop: Oak

5

Sharp Creek is a wonderful campground for a quick getaway from Phoenix’s hustle and bustle and of course the heat.

Amy L

Verified

May 9, 2021 Stayed at: 020, Loop: Juniper

5

Site was very clean and large

John M

Verified

May 8, 2021 Stayed at: 011, Loop: Oak

5

Always clean and tidy. I love the friendly camp host this year, welcome back, we missed you! Thought it was going to be dry but the rain came and it was beautiful. New Solar panels worked fine, but I did make them portable so positioning was not a problem because of shade.

Cassi R

Verified

May 3, 2021 Stayed at: 016, Loop: Oak

4

Very clean campground who is maintained by the sweetest older couple. Quiet, beautiful space. Fit our 37ft fifth wheel no problem. Very close to the rim and Forest Lake.

Cammie O

Verified

May 3, 2021 Stayed at: 024, Loop: Juniper

5

Pleasant camp hosts wiling to assist and answer any questions. Beautifully kept grounds as well. You can tell the camp hosts care about the property. We already booked 2 more trips to Sharp Creek!

Clark L

Verified

May 3, 2021 Stayed at: 005, Loop: Pine

5

Great campground!!!

Steven T

Verified

May 1, 2021 Stayed at: 008, Loop: Oak

1

We never went to the campground as we heard that it had been closed and evacuated because of a forest fire nearby.

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 1, 2026

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