Manzanita. Campground
Coconino National Forest, Coconino National Forest Recreation, Arizona
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As of October 2026, Manzanita. Campground is a campground in Coconino National Forest, Arizona with 14 campsites. Manzanita. Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
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- Manzanita. Campground is located at 34.9417° N, 111.7417° W.
- people allowed on each site
- 8
Manzanita. Campground reservations and next available dates
October 2026
Stay and booking rules
- Taxes apply
Published by Recreation.gov for Manzanita. Campground, read on September 28, 2026.
Campsites at Manzanita. Campground
- Tent 14
Amenities
- potable water
At a glance: Setting: Forest · Access: Paved road.
Things to do: fishing, swimming, hiking, wildlife, climbing, photography.
All sites at Manzanita. Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov
Every site is in the MANZANITA loop.
| Site | Type | Sleeps |
|---|---|---|
| 04 | Tent | 8 |
| 05 | Tent | 8 |
| 06 | Tent | 8 |
| 07 | Tent | 8 |
| 09 | Tent | 8 |
| 10 | Tent | 8 |
| 12 | Tent | 8 |
| 13 | Tent | 8 |
| 14 | Tent | 8 |
| 15 | Tent | 8 |
| 16 | Tent | 8 |
| 17 | Tent | 8 |
| 18 | Tent | 8 |
| 19 | Tent | 8 |
About Manzanita. Campground
Overview
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.
Recreation
Recreation and relaxation abound in Oak Creek Canyon. Camping, fishing, swimming, wading and hiking are some of the activities awaiting visitors. Anglers have the convenience of creekside campsites, where they can cast a line for trout.
Families love driving down the road to nearby Slide Rock State Park, one of Arizona's most popular swimming spots, or trying out several nearby hiking trails.
Facilities
The campground is very easy to access and has paved parking. It is made up of single-family campsites that are fairly close together. Each site has a picnic table, campfire ring and grill. A campground host is available for visitor assistance. Firewood can be purchased on-site.
Campground has 4 first-come-first-serve sites which are often occupied. Campground host is unable to "hold" any first-come-first-serve sites for customers.
Natural Features
The campground borders Oak Creek in a lush, forested riparian zone with Arizona ash and box elders, gravel beaches and stream-bed boulders. Colorful songbirds add flashes of brilliance to the trees. The creek's crystal clear waters are cool and refreshing on hot summer days.
Nearby Attractions
The well-known town of Sedona is popular for its red rock vistas, resorts and shopping. Slide Rock State Park is a great local spot for swimming and only a few minutes away.
Campers can also explore the 1.8 million-acre Coconino National Forest, which boasts a spectacular variety of scenery and outdoor activities.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (928) 203-0624.
Rules and notices at Manzanita. Campground
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 28, 2026. Check Manzanita. Campground on Recreation.gov
Notices from Recreation.gov
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
Manzanita. Campground FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Manzanita. Campground?
Manzanita. Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.
How do I find last-minute availability at Manzanita. Campground?
Cancellations happen frequently at Manzanita. Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.
How many campsites does Manzanita. Campground have?
Manzanita. Campground has 14 campsites.
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