Big Springs Cabin Site

Federal campground in Kaibab National Forest

Location: Fredonia, AZ, AZ

Price: From $65 per night

Rating: 4.9 out of 5 (34 reviews)

Season: May through October

Big Springs is on the National Register of Historic Places and has been used since the 1800s, first by homesteaders and later the Forest Service. The complex consists of seven rental cabins, dining hall, shower house, group kitchen, a historic office, and several administrative structures.For facility specific information, please call (928) 643-7395.While Big Springs serves as an active administrative site for the U.S. Forest Service, the rental cabins available to the public are in a discrete l

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Showers, Camp Host

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/big-springs-cabin-site to be notified when sites open up.

Big Springs is a historic National Register site with seven cabins offering shower facilities and easy access to Grand Canyon scenic overlooks via Forest Road 22. The location has been continuously used since the 1800s, making it a unique destination with established infrastructure.

Wildlife alert: Expect to see Golden-mantled Ground Squirrels, Rock Squirrels, Common Ravens, and Common Side-blotched Lizards in the area. Belted Kingfishers have been documented nearby.

Insider tips for Big Springs Cabin Site: Book early — this is a federal campground with only 7 sites and high demand Note that pavement on FS 22 ends after 20.7 miles; plan for 28.5 miles total drive from Fredonia Plan for showers on-site since there are no hookups at cabins

Skip Big Springs Cabin Site if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available. You plan to visit outside May through October — seasonal closure. You want spontaneous camping — book well in advance for federal sites.

Best time to visit Big Springs Cabin Site: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only. Clear weather periods — Current forecast shows clear conditions with low wind (3-8 mph southwest), ideal for accessing the scenic overlooks.

Nearby campgrounds: Jacob Lake Recreation Area (Fredonia, AZ), Jumpup Cabin (Fredonia, AZ), Demotte (Fredonia, AZ), North Rim — Grand Canyon NP (Grand Canyon National Park, AZ (North Rim)).

Cell Phone Coverage at Big Springs Cabin Site

Cell signal at Big Springs Cabin Site (Fredonia, 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.

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Fredonia, AZ, AZ★ 4.9 (34 reviews)From $65/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Big Springs is on the National Register of Historic Places and has been used since the 1800s, first by homesteaders and later the Forest Service. The complex consists of seven rental cabins, dining hall, shower house, group kitchen, a historic office, and several administrative structures.For facility specific information, please call (928) 643-7395.While Big Springs serves as an active administrative site for the U.S. Forest Service, the rental cabins available to the public are in a discrete location separated from the administrative structures.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV15 ft
HookupsNo hookups.
ToiletsFlush toilets
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

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Fire RingsCamp Host
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Showers

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Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups — no hookups available✕ You plan to visit outside May through October — seasonal closure✕ You want spontaneous camping — book well in advance for federal sites

Insider tips & when to go

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Book early

this is a federal campground with only 7 sites and high demand

Note that pavement on FS 22 ends after 20.7 miles; plan for 28.5 miles total drive from Fredonia

Plan for showers on-site since there are no hookups at cabins

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only

Best: Clear weather periods

Current forecast shows clear conditions with low wind (3-8 mph southwest), ideal for accessing the scenic overlooks

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

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4G · 0%
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4G · 0%
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4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

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Alert: Expect to see Golden-mantled Ground Squirrels, Rock Squirrels, Common Ravens, and Common Side-blotched Lizards in the area. Belted Kingfishers have been documented nearby.

Location

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From Fredonia, AZ: 1.2 miles south of Fredonia on US 89A turn south onto FS 22. Stay on FS 22 for 27.3 miles until you see the Big Springs Cabins on your left. Pavement on FS 22 ends after 20.7 miles. Trip distance is about 28.5 miles. From Jacob Lake, AZ: Go south on AZ Hwy 67. Take the first right turn just past the visitor center to go west on FS 461 for 5.3 miles to FS 462. Continue west on FS 462 (right) for 3.1 miles to FS 22. Turn south (left) at FS 22 and continue 6.6 miles until you see

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Kaibab National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Kaibab National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Big Springs Cabin Site cost per night?+
Big Springs Cabin Site costs $65 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Big Springs Cabin Site open?+
Big Springs Cabin Site is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Big Springs Cabin Site have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Big Springs Cabin Site?+
Big Springs Cabin Site can accommodate RVs up to 15 feet.
How do I make reservations at Big Springs Cabin Site?+
Big Springs Cabin Site is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Big Springs Cabin Site?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Big Springs Cabin Site is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Big Springs Cabin Site open, and what are check-in times?+
Big Springs Cabin Site is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

Arizona National Forest Rental Cabin Program
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$65 /night★ 4.9 (34)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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