MANZANITA.
Manzanita Campground river
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Manzanita Campground sun beams piercing trees.
Manzanita Campground Restroom

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly

Available sites

14 total sites

About Manzanita.

Manzanita Campground is a small, year-round, tent-only facility with campsites that fill up very quickly. Visitors enjoy the campground for its fishing and swimming holes along Oak Creek, beautiful scenery and excellent wildlife watching. Oak Creek Canyon is very crowded, especially on weekends; to get a campsite, it is best to reserve a weekday.

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Open year round

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

365 Days

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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14 Sites Available

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Price
⛺ 04, Loop: MANZANITA Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 05, Loop: MANZANITA Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 06, Loop: MANZANITA Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 07, Loop: MANZANITA Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 09, Loop: MANZANITA Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 10, Loop: MANZANITA Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 12, Loop: MANZANITA Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 13, Loop: MANZANITA Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 14, Loop: MANZANITA Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 15, Loop: MANZANITA Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 16, Loop: MANZANITA Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 17, Loop: MANZANITA Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 18, Loop: MANZANITA Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 19, Loop: MANZANITA Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Campfire

Reviews (1016)

What Guests Are Saying

Manzanita campground boasts a great location near Sedona, beautiful creekside views, and spacious sites with friendly and attentive hosts. Many visitors appreciated the clean facilities and the peaceful atmosphere, making it ideal for families and outdoor enthusiasts. While some noted minor inconveniences like traffic noise and tight parking, the overall experience was positive, with many expressing a desire to return.

Review Summary

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1016 reviews
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Laura A

Verified

September 4, 2023 • Stayed at: 06, Loop: MANZANITA

5

this is my favorite campsite in Sedona . Oak creek was only 200 yards away from my campsite. Plus there was a swimming hole/pond area . I recommend hiring the West fork trail ..bring your water shoes !! Enjoy :)

Samantha H

Verified

September 4, 2023 • Stayed at: 12, Loop: MANZANITA

5

Great spot with river and swimming hole access. The ranger was personable and helpful. Amazing spot to camp if you enjoy primitive camping.

Josiah R

Verified

September 6, 2023 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: MANZANITA

5

I loved this campground. It's small, and the campsites are close and without much privacy, but it's a beautiful area. The creek runs right next to it which was great to listen to while sleeping at night. There's a really cool swimming hole just down a short hike, which my two young kids really enjoyed playing in. We then hiked up the creek and had a blast. The camp hosts were very nice and kept the bathrooms very clean and well maintained.

Josiah R

Verified

September 6, 2023 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: MANZANITA

5

I loved this campground. It's small, and the campsites are close and without much privacy, but it's a beautiful area. The creek runs right next to it which was great to listen to while sleeping at night. There's a really cool swimming hole just down a short hike, which my two young kids really enjoyed playing in. We then hiked up the creek and had a blast. The camp hosts were very nice and kept the bathrooms very clean and well maintained.

Wade A

Verified

September 29, 2023 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: MANZANITA

5

Nice quiet little campground, very shady and a nice swimming/fishing hole is nearby. Bathrooms were clean. The camp host was great as well!

Wade A

Verified

September 29, 2023 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: MANZANITA

5

Nice quiet little campground, very shady and a nice swimming/fishing hole is nearby. Bathrooms were clean. The camp host was great as well!

Sophia T

Verified

October 2, 2023 • Stayed at: 10, Loop: MANZANITA

5

Easy to find. Lovely ambiance near the creek! BEAUTIFUL

Jennifer S

Verified

October 2, 2023 • Stayed at: 14, Loop: MANZANITA

4

Solo camping trip with my pup. First time here. Was wonderful. Sites are very close together, so you will interact with others. This site (14) shares an access path with the creek and there’s a small sandy area to set up a chair or blanket. Not enough room for two different parties however. Sites 12-15 are not pull in so it’s a bit of a struggle to load/unload. These sites are also right across from the bathrooms and water. Smell can be a bit much. That’s why I always carry peppermint oil in my camp gear. Overall, this was enjoyable and not overrun with “visitors” as there is no extra parking.

Sophia T

Verified

October 2, 2023 • Stayed at: 10, Loop: MANZANITA

5

Easy to find. Lovely ambiance near the creek! BEAUTIFUL

Jennifer S

Verified

October 2, 2023 • Stayed at: 14, Loop: MANZANITA

4

Solo camping trip with my pup. First time here. Was wonderful. Sites are very close together, so you will interact with others. This site (14) shares an access path with the creek and there’s a small sandy area to set up a chair or blanket. Not enough room for two different parties however. Sites 12-15 are not pull in so it’s a bit of a struggle to load/unload. These sites are also right across from the bathrooms and water. Smell can be a bit much. That’s why I always carry peppermint oil in my camp gear. Overall, this was enjoyable and not overrun with “visitors” as there is no extra parking.

Location & Directions for Manzanita.

5900 N. Hwy 89 A, Sedona, AZ 86336 United States

Elevation: 1,828 ft

Getting There

From Phoenix, take I-17 north to Exit 298 for Highway 179. Take 179 north to Sedona. Turn right (north) onto Highway 89A in Oak Creek Canyon and travel 6 mi to the campground.
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Nearest town

Sedona, AZ - 6.9 mi

About 13 min to downtown

Highway access

The campground is accessible via I-17, with Exit 298 for Highway 179 leading into Sedona. Highway 89A runs north from Oak Creek Canyon, providing direct access to the campground.

Policies & Rules

General

  • Tents only; no oversized vehicles, trailers or RVs allowed
  • Bring confirmation letter to the campground
  • Only 1 vehicle allowed per site. No additional parking available.
  • No hookups available
  • No horses or off-road vehicles allowed; motorbikes may only be used for entering and exiting the campground
  • No radios or amplified devices allowed
  • Click here for more information on the Coconino National Forest
  • 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.
  • No portable showers or toilets allowed in campground
  • No cutting, chopping or splitting wood within the campground
  • Campsites must be occupied first night of reservation
  • Campsite cannot be unattended more than 24 hours
  • The camping stay limit in Red Rock District is limited to 7 days

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Last updated: October 17, 2026

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