Crook Campground
Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: Forest Lakes, AZ, AZ
Price: From $330 per night
Rating: 5 out of 5 (5 reviews)
Season: May through October
This group campground is situated in a tall ponderosa pine forest, just down the road from the popular Woods Canyon Lake in north central Arizona. The shaded campground is a nice hideaway for large groups with opportunities for boaters, anglers, hikers, families and photographers.The campground is arranged in two loops in a cul-de-sac design. Each has a group area that can host up to 110 campers and 26 vehicles (parallel parking only).
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 0%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Dump Station, Electric Hookups, Camp Host, Fishing, Firewood for Sale
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Group campground situated in tall ponderosa pine forest near Woods Canyon Lake with opportunities for fishing, hiking, boating, and photography. Campers praise the peaceful setting, friendly staff, and scenic lookout area accessible by walking path.
Wildlife alert: American Elk, Gray-collared Chipmunk, Southwestern Red Squirrel, Steller's Jay, Ruby-crowned Kinglet, Red-backed Junco, Spotted Towhee, and garter snakes present in area
Insider tips for Crook Campground: Book early — federal campground fills up quickly Ramada area is well-maintained and suitable for groups 10-minute walk to lookout area with amazing views
Skip Crook Campground if: Need RV hookups — no hookups at most sites, suitable for self-contained RVs only. Want privacy — campsites are close together and bathrooms are adjacent to tent sites. Sensitive to rocky terrain — tent sites are noted as pretty rocky.
Best time to visit Crook Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
Nearby campgrounds: Aspen (Az) (Forest Lakes, AZ), Woods Canyon Lake Group (Forest Lakes, AZ), Mogollon Campground (Overgaard, AZ), Rim Campground (Overgaard, AZ).
Cell Phone Coverage at Crook Campground
Cell signal at Crook Campground (Forest Lakes, AZ): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.
- Verizon 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.
This group campground is situated in a tall ponderosa pine forest, just down the road from the popular Woods Canyon Lake in north central Arizona. The shaded campground is a nice hideaway for large groups with opportunities for boaters, anglers, hikers, families and photographers.The campground is arranged in two loops in a cul-de-sac design. Each has a group area that can host up to 110 campers and 26 vehicles (parallel parking only).
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
federal campground fills up quickly
Ramada area is well-maintained and suitable for groups
10-minute walk to lookout area with amazing views
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Heber: Travel 25 miles west on State Highway 260. Turn right onto Forest Road 300 which is located directly across from the Rim Visitor Information Station. Travel about 4 miles north of State Highway 260 toward Woods Canyon Lake. Turn right onto Forest Road 105 toward Woods Canyon Lake. Watch for signs for Crook Campground. From Payson: Travel approximately 30 miles east on State Highway 260. When you top out on the rim, take the first left onto Forest Road 300 directly across the highway
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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