Manzanita Campground

Play in Sedona during the day, and camp at Manzanita Campground along Oak Creek at night

Set on the banks of Oak Creek, Manzanita Campground provides is a relaxing respite after an action-packed day. As the southernmost campground in Oak Creek Canyon, it’s six miles from Sedona and an excellent basecamp for your hiking and biking adventures.

Each campsite has a fire pit, grill, and picnic table, along with ample shade from box elders and Arizona ash trees. Trailers and RVs are not allowed (tents and small sleep-in vehicles only).

The campground is a tight squeeze and fills up quickly (especially on the weekends). You can make reservations up to six months in advance.

Need hike ideas? Check out these Sedona trails: Wilson Mountain Brins Mesa Bear Mountain


Amenities

  • Drinking water
  • Pit toilets
  • Picnic tables
  • Fire pits
  • Trash collection

Directions

From Flagstaff, Arizona, head south on I-17. Take exit 337 to 89A/Oak Creek Canyon and continue for about 18 miles. Slow down and watch for the Manzanita Campground sign; turn left at the paved driveway.

An empty site surrounded by dense trees
A wooden building with two vault toilets in it
an empty site at Manzanita Campground

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