Gentry Group Campground
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.
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Site mix
| Group sites | 1 |
Site guide
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| Site | Entry | Surface | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gentry CG | Back-in | Gravel | 64 / 6 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Equipment | Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
Gentry Group Campground offers picnic tables, campfire grills, and a vault toilet. Roads are sand and gravel. No dumpster in campground, Pack it In - Pack it Out. There is a campground host and trash dumpster available at the Black Canyon Rim campground
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
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.
| Nearest town | Overgaard, Arizona |
| Coordinates | 34.3011° N, 110.3132° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedD7 Morgan Unit 5 Rx
12 mi from the campground · 2,085 acres
- PrescribedD7 Apprentice Rx
29 mi from the campground · 2,375 acres
- PrescribedD7 Brushy Mtn South Rx
31 mi from the campground · 887 acres
- PrescribedD7 Rhoton Seep Rx
31 mi from the campground · 2,609 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 14.3 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Sportsman's Warehouse ↗ | 17.6 mi |
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Explore
Worth a stop
Gas, phone and groceries are available adjacent to Highway 260, approximately 10 miles west at Forest Lakes or 13 miles east at Heber.
- 4.6 miCottonwood Wash Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 13.8 mi
Trails nearby
- 1 miCottonwood ↗7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1 miGeneral Crook Connector ↗6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 4.4 miMaverick Motorized ↗49.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, 4WD
- 4.5 miGeneral Crook ↗58.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike · national_recreation_or_other
- 4.6 miJuniper Ridge ↗11.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Pinedale Elementary SchoolBuilding · Pinedale · 4.3 mi
- Deer Springs Lookout ComplexStructure · Mogollon Rim · 6.2 mi
Natural features
The area is relatively flat with sandy surfaces. The campground is sheltered among towering ponderosa pines interspersed with fir and oak.
Recreation
Recreation opportunities in the area include hiking, photography and wildlife viewing. Visitors can often see a herd of wild horses which frequent the area.
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- Best Backpacking Trips in Utah, Arizona, and New MexicoMike White and Douglas Lorain, 2016Find at Bookshop.org
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Gentry Group Campground?
Sites at Gentry Group Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Gentry Group Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Gentry Group Campground have?
1 site, including 1 group site.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Gentry Group Campground?
Gentry Group Campground is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Gentry Group Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Gentry Group Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Gentry Group Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 4 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at Gentry Group Campground?
Recreation opportunities in the area include hiking, photography and wildlife viewing. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Gentry Group Campground?
Overgaard, Arizona. Gas, phone and groceries are available adjacent to Highway 260, approximately 10 miles west at Forest Lakes or 13 miles east at Heber.
Source: Getting there
What if Gentry Group Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Lewis Canyon (4.3 mi), Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area Campground (14.5 mi, first-come), and Gentry Campground (22.8 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby