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
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
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

Marshall H

Verified

August 9, 2026 • Stayed at: 027, Loop: Juniper

5

Love this campground. Quiet, spacious, clean restrooms, fresh water available, good 5G phone service.

Meredith M

Verified

August 7, 2026 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: Oak

5

Clean, gorgeous pine forest venue made even better because almost empty. Only downside is some highway noise.

Ed L

Verified

August 5, 2026 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: Oak

5

The campground is clean and quiet. Campground is set in and amongst mature trees making this a great place to camp for a few days

Yazmin H

Verified

August 2, 2026 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: Oak

2

We have been camping for many years at sharp creek and we love it there because it has always been clean and organized it unfortunately this time we can’t say that the restrooms didn’t get cleaned the whole time we stay there and that’s the main reason we like staying the because the restrooms were always cleaned once a day and didn’t smell bad I don’t know what change but they need to pay attention to this because we’re not the only ones that noticed it.

Chris B

Verified

July 27, 2026 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: Oak

5

The camp hosts were friendly and helpful. We love staying at Sharp Creek and have come back many times. It never lets us down! Quiet clean and peaceful in the pines

Arlene M

Verified

July 23, 2026 • Stayed at: 1, Loop: MANZ

5

Love coming here. The scenery is beautiful. Host is friendly and informative. Restrooms are clean. It’s so convenient to have water and electricity. Will be back soon!

Charles P

Verified

July 22, 2026 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: Oak

2

Nobody's fault, but it was just too hot.

Robert H

Verified

July 20, 2026 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: Oak

5

Quiet campground with lots of space between lots. Pit toilets are, well, pit toilets, but the campground is great.

Clayton N

Verified

July 13, 2026 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: Oak

5

Sites were clean and cared for. Restrooms clean.

Overall an awesome experience. The hosts were great and made sure everyone was having a great time. Highly recommend

Dorinda F

Verified

July 12, 2026 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: Oak

5

Sharp Creek is the only campground in Payson that we have chosen to tent camp at due to it’s always clean and campsites are very clean upon arrival, there is just the perfect amount of space between the sites. We love it and our grandchildren enjoy it!

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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