Oleary Group Site
Coconino National Forest Recreation — riverside, hiking
Location: COCONINO, AZ, AZ
Price: From $171 per night
Price range: $171–$199 per night
Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (11 reviews)
Season: May through October
O’Leary Group Campground was constructed in 2001 and is named for O’Leary Peak, which overlooks this site. The campground is designed to accommodate the special needs of large groups with everything from picnic shelters, tables and grills, to lots of level ground covered in native volcanic cinders, perfect for setting up tents. Its proximity to Sunset Crater Volcano and Wupatki National Monuments make it especially suitable for visitors who are intrigued by the cultural and natural history of th
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): strong signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups, Camp Host
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O'Leary Group Site offers excellent proximity to Sunset Crater Volcano and Wupatki National Monuments with scenic volcanic cinder grounds ideal for tents. Campers praise the clean, well-maintained facilities, friendly camp host, and outstanding stargazing due to remote forest location.
Wildlife alert: Gray Fox, Abert's Squirrel, Ord's Kangaroo Rat, White-breasted Nuthatch, Townsend's Solitaire, Red-backed Junco, Hairy Woodpecker, Arizona Mountain Kingsnake, Great Basin Gopher Snake, and Gopher Snake documented in area.
Insider tips for Oleary Group Site: Book early—this is a popular federal campground Bring tent stakes rated for soft volcanic cinder ground; standard stakes may not hold securely Group site accommodates large parties with picnic shelters and grills
Skip Oleary Group Site if: You need RV hookups—no hookups available at most sites, suitable only for self-contained RVs. You plan to visit outside May-October seasonal window.
Best time to visit Oleary Group Site: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
Nearby campgrounds: Bonito Campground (Az) (Flagstaff, AZ), Little Elden Springs Horsecamp (Flagstaff, AZ), Kendrick Cabin (FLAGSTAFF, AZ), Canyon Vista (Flagstaff, AZ).
Cell Phone Coverage at Oleary Group Site
Cell signal at Oleary Group Site (COCONINO, AZ): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- T-Mobile 4G LTE: 100% coverage · T-Mobile 5G: 100%
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.
O’Leary Group Campground was constructed in 2001 and is named for O’Leary Peak, which overlooks this site. The campground is designed to accommodate the special needs of large groups with everything from picnic shelters, tables and grills, to lots of level ground covered in native volcanic cinders, perfect for setting up tents. Its proximity to Sunset Crater Volcano and Wupatki National Monuments make it especially suitable for visitors who are intrigued by the cultural and natural history of the area.Most visitors spend time hiking, exploring and learning at the national monuments.
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a popular federal campground
Bring tent stakes rated for soft volcanic cinder ground; standard stakes may not hold securely
Group site accommodates large parties with picnic shelters and grills
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
O'Leary Group Site is located approximately 13 miles north of Flagstaff, Arizona. From Flagstaff, take I-40 to exit 201. Turn left at the Page exit (Highway 89). Proceed north on 89 approximately 13 miles to the entrance of Sunset Crater National Monument. Turn right on Forest Road 545a and go 1.7 miles to Group Campground Road on the left (just before Bonito Campground).
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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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