Elks Group Campground
Coconino National Forest Recreation — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: Happy Jack , AZ, AZ
Price: From $20 per night
Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (4 reviews)
Season: May through October
The Elks Group Campground sits among a mix of ponderosa pines and juniper at an elevation of 6,500 feet offering a cool respite from the summer heat of the valley below. This campground facility was designed and constructed by the Winslow Elks Lodge and generously donated to the Mogollon Rim Ranger District. The campground is designed to meet the needs of large groups and can accommodate 300 people, offering picnic tables, grills, and fire pits.
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, Vault Toilets, Fishing
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This group campground sits at 6,500 feet among ponderosa pines and junipers, offering a cool escape from valley heat. Google reviewers praise it as an excellent venue for large groups and private events, with clean grounds and plenty of space.
Wildlife alert: Elk, Pronghorn, Golden Eagles, and various bat species present in the area
Insider tips for Elks Group Campground: Book early — this is a popular federal campground Rent the entire 5-acre facility for private group events Bring self-contained RV or prepare for vault toilets only
Skip Elks Group Campground if: You need RV hookups — none available. You prefer individual sites — designed primarily for groups. You visit outside May-October — seasonal closure. You want abundant shade — reviewers note limited tree coverage in some areas.
Best time to visit Elks Group Campground: May-October — Official operating season per verified data.
Nearby campgrounds: Moqui Group Campground (Happy Jack, AZ), Rock Crossing Campground (Az) (Happy Jack, AZ), Long Valley Group Campground (Happy Jack, AZ), Apache Maid Cabin (Sedona, AZ).
Cell Phone Coverage at Elks Group Campground
Cell signal at Elks Group Campground (Happy Jack , AZ): moderate overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- 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.
The Elks Group Campground sits among a mix of ponderosa pines and juniper at an elevation of 6,500 feet offering a cool respite from the summer heat of the valley below. This campground facility was designed and constructed by the Winslow Elks Lodge and generously donated to the Mogollon Rim Ranger District. The campground is designed to meet the needs of large groups and can accommodate 300 people, offering picnic tables, grills, and fire pits.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a popular federal campground
Rent the entire 5-acre facility for private group events
Bring self-contained RV or prepare for vault toilets only
Official operating season per verified data
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 →
From Flagstaff, Arizona, drive 55 miles south on FH 3 (Lake Mary Road) to AZ 87 at Clints Well. Turn left onto AZ 87. Drive approximately 20 miles to milepost 309.9. Turn left on FR 9717H and drive about one quarter mile to the campground. From Winslow, Arizona, drive 32 miles south on AZ 87 for approximately 32 miles. Turn right on FR 9717H and drive about one quarter mile to the campground. Do not use APPLE MAPS they will take you to our District Office. GOOGLE Maps will take you to the CORREC
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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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