Apache Maid Cabin
Coconino National Forest Recreation — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: Sedona, AZ, AZ
Price: From $75 per night
Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (24 reviews)
Season: May through October
This rustic forest cabin is located at the eastern base of Apache Maid Mountain, just two hours north of Phoenix and near the popular red rock canyons and outdoor recreation opportunities of Sedona, in central Arizona. The cabin provides several amenities, providing a comfortable stay for up to six people. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Drinking Water, Fishing
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Apache Maid Cabin offers rustic forest accommodation at the eastern base of Apache Maid Mountain, just 2 hours north of Phoenix with direct access to Sedona's red rock canyons and outdoor recreation. The location provides fishing amenities and access to diverse activities including hiking, biking, and wildlife viewing.
Wildlife alert: Watch for Wapiti (elk) and Ringtail in the area. Boreal Chorus Frogs are present. Birdwatchers may spot Wild Turkey, Western Tanager, and Williamson's Sapsucker.
Insider tips for Apache Maid Cabin: Book early—this is a federal campground with only 1 tent site and seasonal-only operations Bring your own amenities; guests are responsible for supplying what isn't provided Vehicle access is available to the cabin, making it accessible despite forest road access
Skip Apache Maid Cabin if: You need hookups—there are no hookups available at this site. You're planning outside May-October—the campground is seasonal only. You want multiple site options—there is only 1 tent site total.
Best time to visit Apache Maid Cabin: May-October — This is the only operating season for Apache Maid Cabin per verified data.
Nearby campgrounds: Double Springs (Happy Jack, AZ), Long Valley Group Campground (Happy Jack, AZ), Dairy Springs (Flagstaff, AZ), Chavez Crossing (Sedona, AZ).
Cell Phone Coverage at Apache Maid Cabin
Cell signal at Apache Maid Cabin (Sedona, AZ): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
This rustic forest cabin is located at the eastern base of Apache Maid Mountain, just two hours north of Phoenix and near the popular red rock canyons and outdoor recreation opportunities of Sedona, in central Arizona. The cabin provides several amenities, providing a comfortable stay for up to six people. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedStraight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with only 1 tent site and seasonal-only operations
Bring your own amenities; guests are responsible for supplying what isn't provided
Vehicle access is available to the cabin, making it accessible despite forest road access
This is the only operating season for Apache Maid Cabin per verified data
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmLocation
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
Getting there →
From Phoenix, travel north on Interstate 17 to exit 306 (Stoneman Lake Road/Forest Road 213). Go east on Stoneman Lake Road for approximately 6.5 miles, to the junction with Forest Road 229. Turn right onto Forest Road 229 and go 4.5 miles to Forest Road 230. Veer right, continuing on Forest Road 229 and continue approximately a quarter-mile to the intersection of Forest Road 229 and Forest Road 620 (to the Apache Maid Lookout). Veer right; the gate to the cabin is at this intersection, on the l
Campground entrance
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#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Coconino National Forest Recreation fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Coconino National Forest Recreation before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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