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Crescent Moon Ranch Cabin

Crescent Moon Ranch
Master Bath
Master
Screened Patio
Crescent Moon Living Room

About Crescent Moon Ranch Cabin

Crescent Moon Ranch is an exceptional year-round place to stay in beautiful Sedona. The central Arizona facility is a rustic, historic ranch house adjacent to Oak Creek and near the base of the towering Cathedral Rock, one of the most photographed scenes in the Southwest. Guests can enjoy hiking, photography or simply relaxing and taking in the breathtaking views. The cabin can accommodate up to 10 people for overnight use. It can be accessed by vehicle. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities.

Number of accommodations: 1

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This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

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001, Loop: CRESCENT MOON RANCH

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Reviews (137)

What Guests Are Saying

Crescent Moon Ranch Cabin offers a well-maintained and spacious environment, perfect for large groups, with stunning views of Sedona's red rocks and access to nearby hiking trails and Oak Creek. Guests appreciate the rustic charm and amenities like a kitchen and shower, while enjoying serene stargazing and a peaceful atmosphere at night. However, some minor drawbacks include daytime crowds from nearby visitors and occasional issues with pests; overall, it remains a highly recommended getaway spot.

Review Summary

4.4
137 reviews
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Carolyn D

Verified

November 19, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: CRESCENT MOON RANCH

5

This cabin is phenomenal!! There is tons of space, the beds are comfortable and there is cutlery and bowls/plates/mugs in the kitchen. You can easily see the Milky Way from the benches in the backyard. I went with 6 friends and we were amazed by the cabin and had more than enough space. The only thing is there is not much service at the cabin, which is understandable and we didn’t stay long enough in the area to explore trail access by the cabin but there are trailheads at the top of road by the gate! We had a great time and I’m waiting to get lucky to book this cabin again!

Jana R

Verified

October 19, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: CRESCENT MOON RANCH

5

A unique experience being in the middle of red rocks and next to a creek, a tranquil, nostalgic environment, with plenty of room to accommodate large groups. Incredible views during the day and perfect conditions to watch the night sky.

Jana R

Verified

October 19, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: CRESCENT MOON RANCH

5

A unique experience being in the middle of red rocks and next to a creek, a tranquil, nostalgic environment, with plenty of room to accommodate large groups. Incredible views during the day and perfect conditions to watch the night sky.

David G

Verified

March 14, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: CRESCENT MOON RANCH

5

We had a great visit to this "cabin". We are very thankful that the Red Rock Forest Service office makes this place available. It is a real gem in Arizona. WHoever was there before we landed did an awesome job of cleaning. Great spot. We visited the indian ruins further south and took a tour.

David G

Verified

March 14, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: CRESCENT MOON RANCH

5

We had a great visit to this "cabin". We are very thankful that the Red Rock Forest Service office makes this place available. It is a real gem in Arizona. WHoever was there before we landed did an awesome job of cleaning. Great spot. We visited the indian ruins further south and took a tour.

Bikash B

Verified

December 26, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: CRESCENT MOON RANCH

5

This site surpassed my expectations. While the building shows its age, everything is well-maintained. There are numerous hiking trails to explore. Templeton Trail, which can be accessed by crossing the creek and leads to Cathedral Rock. The area is serene and peaceful, and the kitchen is well-stocked with utensils.

Bikash B

Verified

December 26, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: CRESCENT MOON RANCH

5

This site surpassed my expectations. While the building shows its age, everything is well-maintained. There are numerous hiking trails to explore. Templeton Trail, which can be accessed by crossing the creek and leads to Cathedral Rock. The area is serene and peaceful, and the kitchen is well-stocked with utensils.

Charles W

Verified

September 11, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: CRESCENT MOON RANCH

4

The cabin itself is fantastic - really big (three bathrooms and three bedrooms; two beds big enough for two people, and three beds big enough for one person) and comfortable. The cabin's walls are so thick that the Bluetooth signal from my headphones was lost walking from one side to the other - which helps keep it very quiet, and would be great for privacy if hosting a big group. The view is also obviously unmatched.

Unfortunately the cabin sits up the hill from an extremely popular site, so there's no real sense of seclusion during the day because you can definitely hear (and sometimes see) people hiking or at the creek. I guess this is unavoidable everywhere in Sedona but it is kind of a bummer.

Also, and this is not really a complaint because I figure it's just inevitable, but there are definitely mice. If you're really afraid of mice, I would not stay here.

Charles W

Verified

September 11, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: CRESCENT MOON RANCH

4

The cabin itself is fantastic - really big (three bathrooms and three bedrooms; two beds big enough for two people, and three beds big enough for one person) and comfortable. The cabin's walls are so thick that the Bluetooth signal from my headphones was lost walking from one side to the other - which helps keep it very quiet, and would be great for privacy if hosting a big group. The view is also obviously unmatched.

Unfortunately the cabin sits up the hill from an extremely popular site, so there's no real sense of seclusion during the day because you can definitely hear (and sometimes see) people hiking or at the creek. I guess this is unavoidable everywhere in Sedona but it is kind of a bummer.

Also, and this is not really a complaint because I figure it's just inevitable, but there are definitely mice. If you're really afraid of mice, I would not stay here.

Spencer H

Verified

September 3, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: CRESCENT MOON RANCH

4

It's a great base camp with so much hiking and exploring nearby that you don't need a vehicle to get to so many trails.

Such amazing views and a relaxing location.

It is an old, rustic cabin in the middle of the wilderness, so expect bugs (mostly ants) and lots of mice. Always keep your food secured in containers to not attract anymore unwanted critters.

Location Crescent Moon Ranch Cabin

Address:
333 Red Rock Crossing Rd
Sedona, AZ, 86351
United States

Highway access

Crescent Moon Ranch Cabin is accessible via Interstate 17, with the nearest exit at Sedona (exit 298) leading to Highway 179. From there, State Highway 89A provides access through Sedona.

Latitude & Longitude: 34.8253 / -111.802

Elevation: 1221 feet

Policies & Rules

General

  • Pets are not permitted at the cabin
  • Cell phone service can be limited in the area
  • A cabin manual is located inside of the cabin to answer visitor questions and provide guests with area information
  • This is a very old and historic ranch house; please treat the facility carefully to prevent further wear
  • Click here to learn more about Coconino National Forest
  • Cabin reservations may be made up to 180 days in advance on-line through Recreation.gov to learn more or by calling their toll-free number: 877-444-6777.
  • For additional information go to: http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/coconino/recreation/camping-cabins/recarea/?recid=72113&actid=101
  • For other cabin related inquiries: (928) 203-7535.
  • No fire pit provided. Propane fire pits permitted. Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
  • Cabin is cleaned weekly by volunteers. Renters are expected to self clean cabin to original condition.
  • Enjoy the family oriented experience with
  • Any occupancy exceeding 10 people must be approved by management at (928)203-7535.

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Last updated: June 4, 2026

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