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

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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

George O

Verified

September 5, 2020 • Stayed at: 024, Loop: Juniper

5

Terrific site. Hosts were nice too!

Christine E

Verified

August 24, 2020 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: Oak

5

Had such a great time on our 1st family camping trip! The camp hosts were amazing people. Loved everything about it!

Becky M

Verified

August 6, 2020 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: Juniper

5

Loved our first visit to this site this past weekend. The hosts were very kind and helpful, and the bathrooms were the cleanest we have ever seen. Beautiful views of the rim, and the sites are spaced out nicely. We will for sure be back again!

Scott K

Verified

July 13, 2020 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: Pine

5

Nice clean and beautiful

Kelley S

Verified

July 9, 2020 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: Oak

1

We could not get in and I only got reimbursed for one of the three $35 fees.

Linda S

Verified

June 26, 2020 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: Juniper

4

Sites were very well spaced and maintained and the hosts were great. We had lots of shade at our spot. My only complaint is that campers across the road apparently had their generator going during the entire time period it was allowed. Perhaps there should be a restriction on the number of hours/day? We were not at our site the entire day but when we were it was constant generator noise.

Barbara P

Verified

May 24, 2020 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: Juniper

5

Had a great time! Quiet and relaxing

Matt F

Verified

January 27, 2020 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: Pine

5

Great campground, very clean and well kept. The hosts are very nice as well.

Alana L

Verified

January 24, 2020 • Stayed at: 3, Loop: MANZ

5

Very clean campground and facilities. Large open field for games. Wonderful ramada and grill. Tent area is somewhat hilly and surrounding forest is very hilly.

Jason P

Verified

January 23, 2020 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: Oak

4

Site was clean and easy to access. Very nice campsite with plenty of space to stretch out without feeling like another site was right on top of your area.

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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