Gentry Group Campground

Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest — lakeside

Location: Overgaard, AZ, AZ

Price: From $90 per night

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (4 reviews)

Season: May through October

Gentry Group Campground is positioned on a ridge that divides two canyons. From the campground visitors enjoy views of Black Canyon Lake and the forested hillsides and canyons beyond. Due to limited maneuvering space, this campground is recommended for tents or small campers only.Recreation opportunities in the area include hiking, photography and wildlife viewing.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Camp Host

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/gentry-group-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Gentry Group Campground sits on a ridge with scenic views of Black Canyon Lake and forested canyons. Visitors enjoy quiet camping with excellent wildlife viewing opportunities including wild horses, elk, and deer.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Arizona Black Rattlesnake, Arizona Alligator Lizard, Greater Short-horned Lizard, and wild horses frequent the area.

Insider tips for Gentry Group Campground: Watch for buried pipes painted ground-color lining the campground border Closed Gentry Lookout Tower is adjacent to campground; check with camp host about visitor access Tent or small camper recommended only due to limited maneuvering space

Skip Gentry Group Campground if: You need hookups — no hookups available. You prefer large site capacity — only 1 site total. You want year-round camping — seasonal May-October only. You dislike booking early — federal campground requires advance reservations.

Best time to visit Gentry Group Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Lewis Canyon (LAKESIDE, AZ), Black Canyon Rim Campground (Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, Az) (Overgaard, AZ), Canyon Point (FOREST LAKES, AZ), Sinkhole Campground (Overgaard, AZ).

Cell Phone Coverage at Gentry Group Campground

Cell signal at Gentry Group Campground (Overgaard, 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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Overgaard, AZ, AZ★ 4.2 (4 reviews)From $90/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Gentry Group Campground is positioned on a ridge that divides two canyons. From the campground visitors enjoy views of Black Canyon Lake and the forested hillsides and canyons beyond. Due to limited maneuvering space, this campground is recommended for tents or small campers only.Recreation opportunities in the area include hiking, photography and wildlife viewing.

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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
HookupsNo hookups.
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsCamp Host
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

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 hookups — no hookups available✕ You prefer large site capacity — only 1 site total✕ You want year-round camping — seasonal May-October only✕ You dislike booking early — federal campground requires advance reservations

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Watch for buried pipes painted ground-color lining the campground border

Closed Gentry Lookout Tower is adjacent to campground; check with camp host about visitor access

Tent or small camper recommended only due to limited maneuvering space

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: American Black Bear, Arizona Black Rattlesnake, Arizona Alligator Lizard, Greater Short-horned Lizard, and wild horses frequent the area.

Location

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Approximately 13 west of Heber on AZ Highway 260, take Forest Road 300 south approximately four and one half miles, following signs to Gentry Lookout Tower. Located adjacent to Forest Road 300, at just over the 7,700 foot elevation mark, this campground shares its space with the Lookout Tower.

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

  • 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.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Gentry Group Campground cost per night?+
Gentry Group Campground costs $90 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Gentry Group Campground open?+
Gentry Group Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Gentry Group Campground have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Gentry Group Campground?+
Gentry Group Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Gentry Group Campground?+
Gentry Group Campground 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 Gentry Group Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Gentry Group Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Gentry Group Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Gentry Group Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$90 /night★ 4.2 (4)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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From $38/night

Sinkhole Campground

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