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Christopher Creek Campground

Tonto National Forest, Arizona

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As of October 2026, Christopher Creek Campground is a campground in Tonto National Forest, Arizona with 36 campsites. Christopher Creek Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Christopher Creek Campground is located at 34.3081° N, 111.0347° W.

people allowed on each site: 10

Christopher Creek Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Campsites at Christopher Creek Campground

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Standard 36
Hookups 1

What an RV fits

22 ft29 sites

Amenities

potable water

At a glance: Setting: Desert.

Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, photography.

All sites at Christopher Creek Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Hookups
001	A	Standard	10	-	Electric
002	A	Standard	10	-	-
006	A	Standard	10	22 ft	-
007	A	Standard	10	22 ft	-
008	A	Standard	10	22 ft	-
009	A	Standard	10	22 ft	-
0010	A	Standard	10	22 ft	-
0011	A	Standard	10	22 ft	-
0012	A	Standard	10	22 ft	-
0013	A	Standard	10	22 ft	-
0014	A	Standard	10	-	-
0015	A	Standard	10	22 ft	-
0016	A	Standard	10	22 ft	-
0017	A	Standard	10	-	-
0018	B	Standard	10	22 ft	-
0019	B	Standard	10	-	-
0021	B	Standard	10	22 ft	-
0022	B	Standard	10	22 ft	-

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Hookups
0023	B	Standard	10	22 ft	-
0024	B	Standard	10	-	-
0025	B	Standard	10	22 ft	-
0026	B	Standard	10	22 ft	-
0027	B	Standard	10	22 ft	-
0028	B	Standard	10	22 ft	-
0029	B	Standard	10	22 ft	-
0030	B	Standard	10	22 ft	-
0031	B	Standard	10	22 ft	-
0032	B	Standard	10	22 ft	-
0033	B	Standard	10	22 ft	-
0034	B	Standard	10	-	-
0035	B	Standard	10	22 ft	-
0038	B	Standard	10	22 ft	-
0040	B	Standard	10	22 ft	-
0041	B	Standard	10	22 ft	-
0042	B	Standard	10	22 ft	-
G001	B	Standard	10	22 ft	-

About Christopher Creek Campground

Overview

With an elevation over a mile-high (5640 ft), Christopher Creek Campground's crisp, fresh air and vibrant views are a joy to behold. The facility is tucked along the banks of the spring-fed Christopher Creek, which passes just below the Mogollon Rim. This campground is normally opens April-November. The Mogollon Rim, pronounced by locals as "muggy-own," is a 200-mile long cliff in northern Arizona that ranges between 5,000 and 7,000 ft in elevation. The unique landscape was created by extreme erosion and faulting that has sculpted spectacular canyons and buttes. The rim serves as the geographical dividing line between the cool high country above and the hot, dry desert below. Christopher Creek is located in the desert portion, but is balanced by the cool waters of the creek and forested surroundings.

Recreation

After a day of exploring the natural beauty of Rim Country, sit back and relax in the shaded Ponderosa Pine Forest. Each spring, the creek is stocked with rainbow trout, allowing anglers the opportunity to cast their hearts out for rainbows as well as brook and brown trout.

Facilities

The family-friendly campground has 43 sites on both sides of the creek, plus a group site that accommodates a maximum of 25 people. Most sites in this campground are reservable with only a few First come First serve sites, for first-come-first-served customers with payment completed using the on-site fee machine. No cash is accepted.

Natural Features

Christopher Creek provides creek side dwelling in Tonto National Forest, at the base of the Mogollon Rim. Sites are surrounded by ponderosa pines, junipers, oaks and manzanita evergreen shrubs.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (928) 474-7900.

Nearby Attractions

The small town of Christopher Creek is just a short drive away and offers a few restaurant options for those who tire of cooking at the campground.. A series of lakes called the Rim Country Lakes are about a 10 minute drive east. Woods Canyon Lake is one of the most popular recreational lakes in the state and offers options for boating as well as a nature trail that loops around the lake's perimeter.

Rules and notices at Christopher Creek Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 28, 2026. Check Christopher Creek Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

This campground offers small sites close to the creek but parking can be an issue. The maximum number of vehicles allowed per campsite is two and for the group site, five.

Extra (second) vehicle charge of $8 per night is required. An RV towing a car counts as one vehicle and a vehicle pulling a trailer counts as one vehicle. Fee can be bundled with online reservation or purchased on-site at fee machine.

No firewood sales available at campground. Plan to purchase ahead of time.

Check in time is 2:00pm and check out time is 11:00am. Quiet Hours are 10:00pm through 6:00am.

For First-Come, First-Served sites, you must physically arrive at the campground to see if the the campsite is available. There is no guarantee this site will be available to purchase upon your arrival.

Fireworks are always prohibited on National Forest Land.

Maximum stay limit is 14 days within 30 consecutive days on the Tonto National Forest including dispersed sites.

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Christopher Creek Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Christopher Creek Campground?

Christopher Creek Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 36 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Christopher Creek Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Christopher Creek 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 Christopher Creek Campground have?

Christopher Creek Campground has 36 campsites.