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

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
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

Dana P

Verified

July 20, 2025 Stayed at: 002, Loop: Pine

5

Campgrounds were clean
Bathrooms were well kept
Multiple water sources available
Did see some cows 🐮
Host was so sweet!
Did have reception
Close to woods canyon lake maybe 15 minutes
23 minutes to a gas station and Walmart
Absolutely will be coming back

David A

Verified

July 16, 2025 Stayed at: 014, Loop: Oak

5

We love the Sharp Creek Campground, quiet little campsite in immaculate condition.

Theresa P

Verified

July 10, 2025 Stayed at: 007, Loop: Oak

5

Beautiful campground with spacious sites.

Lynell R

Verified

June 25, 2025 Stayed at: 019, Loop: Juniper

5

Sharp Creek Campground, Payson AZ. is a beautiful place. Staff were always helpful, giving hiking trail directions. The toilets were clean and stocked.

Improvements: signage on garbage cans and RECYCLING. ALL. National Park service should INVEST in recycling.

Robert M

Verified

June 7, 2025 Stayed at: 021, Loop: Juniper

5

Campsites are large with paved parking spots and the camp hosts are friendly. Easy drive from the valley.

Stephanie B

Verified

June 3, 2025 Stayed at: 002, Loop: Pine

5

We stayed in tent spot 2. Very nice camp site. Near the restrooms and nice flat space for the tent. Privacy was decent but spot 1 is close so if you have noisy neighbors you will definitely hear everything. We will definitely stay at the campground again. Very nice hosts.

Marlene F

Verified

June 2, 2025 Stayed at: 005, Loop: Pine

4

We love this campground, especially the tent only area but the cleaning of the bathrooms was subpar this visit. The vault toilets could have been scrubbed on the inside and outside better. They also seemed to be quite full which is concerning seeing that this was only May. There should be signs in there asking people to close the lid and maybe an air freshner would be nice. We did have toilet paper although it was pretty close sometimes and the trash was emptied each day. Usually camp hosts stop by and check in but we never saw them. The campsite next to us had a campfire going despite there being fire restrictions which wasn't enforced in this particular instance.

Mark R

Verified

May 25, 2025 Stayed at: 020, Loop: Juniper

5

Most campsites are good sized and spread out from each other. Lots of tall, ponderosa’s and cool weather and make this favorite.

Brad T

Verified

May 18, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: Pine

4

Really nice and well kept campground with spacious sites. Everything is spread out and you aren’t right next to neighbor campers which I appreciate. Only downside is there are no toilets (only latrines) at the campground and no showers. We went searching and couldn't find public showers anywhere around Christopher Creek either.

amber L

Verified

May 18, 2025 Stayed at: 011, Loop: Oak

5

Excellent experience despite not being able to have a fire. Spaces are well spaced out and have privacy. Asphalt and camp sites are well taken care of. Bathrooms are clean and serviceable. Easy to get in and out of sites, loops and spaces.

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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