Crescent Moon Ramada
Coconino National Forest Recreation — fishing, hiking
Location: SEDONA, AZ, AZ
Price: From $182 per night
Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (23 reviews)
Season: May through October
Crescent Moon sits beneath the stunning Cathedral Rock, one of the most photographed scenes in the American Southwest. Historical buildings and towering Arizona Sycamore trees decorate the landscape of this popular day use park (group shelter also known as Ramada) located in Sedona, Arizona. Visitors will marvel at the reflection of the red cliffs in the waters of Oak Creek at Red Rock Crossing.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): moderate signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Electric Hookups, Fishing
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Crescent Moon sits beneath the stunning Cathedral Rock with views reflected in Oak Creek at Red Rock Crossing. Visitors enjoy picnicking, fishing, wading, and photography with highly rated ranger assistance (4.6/5 from 684 reviews).
Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Collared Peccary, Northern Black-tailed Rattlesnake, Sonoran Gopher Snake, and Common Black Hawk present in the area.
Insider tips for Crescent Moon Ramada: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand and only 1 tent site available Plan for water activities (fishing, wading, swimming) as reviewers highlight the water views of Cathedral Rock as the primary attraction Arrive early for parking — multiple reviews note the park gets busy despite adequate parking availability
Skip Crescent Moon Ramada if: Expecting overnight hookups — no hookups available at most sites. Seeking primarily hiking-focused experience — this is more suited for water recreation than extensive hiking. Requiring modern restroom facilities — latrine-style restrooms are in use. Visiting outside May-October — seasonal operations only.
Best time to visit Crescent Moon Ramada: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only..
Nearby campgrounds: Crescent Moon Ranch Cabin (Sedona, AZ), Chavez Crossing (Sedona, AZ), Manzanita. (SEDONA, AZ), Cave Spring (SEDONA, AZ).
Cell Phone Coverage at Crescent Moon Ramada
Cell signal at Crescent Moon Ramada (SEDONA, AZ): moderate overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage · Verizon 5G: 100%
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
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.
Crescent Moon sits beneath the stunning Cathedral Rock, one of the most photographed scenes in the American Southwest. Historical buildings and towering Arizona Sycamore trees decorate the landscape of this popular day use park (group shelter also known as Ramada) located in Sedona, Arizona. Visitors will marvel at the reflection of the red cliffs in the waters of Oak Creek at Red Rock Crossing.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
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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 high demand and only 1 tent site available
Plan for water activities (fishing, wading, swimming) as reviewers highlight the water views of Cathedral Rock as the primary attraction
Arrive early for parking
multiple reviews note the park gets busy despite adequate parking availability
Campground operates seasonally during these months only.
Things to do nearby
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LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: Verizon.
Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
333 Red Rock Crossing Rd. Sedona, AZ 86336 From Phoenix, take I-17 north to State Highway 179. Go north on 179 for 13 miles to Sedona, then turn left on Highway 89A and continue south for 4 miles. Turn left on Upper Red Rock Loop Road and proceed another 4 miles to Crescent Moon.
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- 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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