Rim Campground
Rim Campground is situated close to the edge of the Mogollon Rim. Spectacular 100-mile views are seen from many vantage points along the rim.
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Check availability on Recreation.gov ↗
Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 26 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 32 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
26 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | 32 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| 02 | 32 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| 03 | 32 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| 04 | 32 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| 05 | 32 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| 06 | 32 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| 07 | 32 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| 08 | 32 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| 09 | 32 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| 10 | 32 | Gravel | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 32 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
Rim Campground has 26 sites (of which sites 14 through 26 are available for advanced reservation). All sites have parallel parking in front of campsite and are approximately 40 feet. Sites can accommodate tents, pop-up campers, trailer and motorhomes. There are two loops which have 13 sites per loop. Each campsite offers a campfire ring with grill and picnic table. Additional amenities include accessible vault toilets, drinking water and trash service. A camp host is available at the site.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Season | April 29 |
| Forest | Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest |
| Booking | Reservations must be made 4 days ahead of arrival and can be made up to 6 months in advance. |
| Fees | Single site non-electric $18 per night, $12 extra vehicle charge, includes eight people and one vehicle. |
Weather by month
Getting there
Located on Road 300 approximately 1 mile off of High 260.
| Nearest town | Overgaard, Arizona |
| Coordinates | 34.3054° N, 110.9092° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedD2 Sinkhole Rx
2 mi from the campground · 875 acres
- PrescribedD2 Dye Rx
9 mi from the campground · 5,246 acres
- PrescribedD2 Vincent Rx
10 mi from the campground · 2,258 acres
- PrescribedTillman Rx
10 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 2.3 mi |
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Explore
Video
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Worth a stop
Some groceries are available at the Marina Store at Woods Canyon Lakes which is approximately three miles from the campground. The store also offers boat and kayak rentals. This lake is a great location for fishing.
- 0.7 miRim Top Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 1 mi
- 1.4 miWillow Springs Lake Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 1.5 miWillow Springs Lake Fishing And Boating Site ↗Fishing site
- 1.7 mi
- 11.9 miBlack Canyon Lake Fishing And Boating Site ↗Fishing site
Trails nearby
- under 0.1 miRim Campground0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.7 miRim Lakes Vista ↗4.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.7 mi235 Road4.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.8 miMogollon Rim Snowmobile A ↗8.5 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 0.8 miGray Wolf0.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1 miMilitary Sink Hole2.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.7 miRim Top Trailhead ↗Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest
- 1.4 miWillow Springs Lake Trailhead ↗Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest
- 2.1 miOld Rim Trailhead ↗Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest
- 2.7 miMeadow Trailhead ↗Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Tonto National Forest.
- inTonto National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,966,417 acres
- 7.1 miHellsgate Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 37,457 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Promontory Butte Lookout ComplexStructure · Beaver Park · 7.3 mi
- Pleasant Valley Ranger StationBuilding · Young · 13.3 mi
- Perkins StoreBuilding · Young · 14.8 mi
Natural features
Rim Campground is surrounded by ponderosa pines and located in an area that is relatively flat. Once in a while a few elk will walk through the campsites.
Recreation
Fishing and boating are available at Woods Canyon Lake which is approximately 3 miles from the campground.
Guidebooks for Arizona
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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 Rim Campground?
Sites at Rim Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Reservations must be made 4 days ahead of arrival and can be made up to 6 months in advance. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Rim Campground?
Single site non-electric $18 per night, $12 extra vehicle charge, includes eight people and one vehicle.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Rim Campground?
Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Rim Campground open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026. Season April 29.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Rim Campground have?
26 sites, including 26 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Rim Campground?
The longest site here provides 32 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Rim Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Rim Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Rim 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
Is there cell service at Rim Campground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is the nearest town to Rim Campground?
Overgaard, Arizona. Some groceries are available at the Marina Store at Woods Canyon Lakes which is approximately three miles from the campground.
Source: Getting there
What if Rim Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Sinkhole Campground (1.4 mi, partly first-come), Crook Campground (2 mi), and Woods Canyon Lake Group (2.3 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby