Sharp Creek Campground, AZ - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map

Sharp Creek Campground is located in the Payson Ranger District, Tonto National Forest (2 hrs 6 min northeast of Scottsdale, AZ) with an elevation of 5,946 feet. There are a total of 20 campsites including 3 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of April to the beginning of November. 17 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 120 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $29.00 to $150.00. Activities include fishing, hiking trails.
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@MarleneF2B9C8C · Camped on May 23, 2025 at Campsite #5
We love this campground, especially the tent only area but the cleaning of the bathrooms was subpar this visit. The vault toilets could have been scrubbed on the inside and outside better. They also seemed to be quite full which is concerning seeing that this was only May. There should be signs in there asking people to close the lid and maybe an air freshner would be nice. We did have toilet paper although it was pretty close sometimes and the trash was emptied each day. Usually camp hosts stop by and check in but we never saw them. The campsite next to us had a campfire going despite there being fire restrictions which wasn't enforced in this particular instance.
@stephanie69098 · Camped on May 23, 2025 at Campsite #2
We stayed in tent spot 2. Very nice camp site. Near the restrooms and nice flat space for the tent. Privacy was decent but spot 1 is close so if you have noisy neighbors you will definitely hear everything. We will definitely stay at the campground again. Very nice hosts.
@RobertM1452522 · Camped on May 23, 2025 at Campsite #21
Campsites are large with paved parking spots and the camp hosts are friendly. Easy drive from the valley.
@MarkR9967928 · Camped on May 16, 2025 at Campsite #20
Most campsites are good sized and spread out from each other. Lots of tall, ponderosas and cool weather and make this favorite.
@BradT3329480 · Camped on May 9, 2025 at Campsite #1
Really nice and well kept campground with spacious sites. Everything is spread out and you arent right next to neighbor campers which I appreciate. Only downside is there are no toilets (only latrines) at the campground and no showers. We went searching and couldn't find public showers anywhere around Christopher Creek either.
@AmberL5991579 · Camped on May 9, 2025 at Campsite #11
Excellent experience despite not being able to have a fire. Spaces are well spaced out and have privacy. Asphalt and camp sites are well taken care of. Bathrooms are clean and serviceable. Easy to get in and out of sites, loops and spaces.
@TONYAK2C2BB19D · Camped on May 1, 2025 at Campsite #17
Our camp host was nice. The site was cleaned. However the sites were so close together we got 2 sites just to space.
@KathleenT80170 · Camped on Oct 29, 2024 at Campsite #24
We've only had positive experiences at Sharp Creek campground. It's quiet & beautiful1
@NicholasC11628 · Camped on Oct 25, 2024 at Campsite #13
Sites are clean and easy to find. Setup area was level. Bathrooms clean. Great campground and people were respectful.
@MariaW9162356 · Camped on Oct 10, 2024 at Campsite #19
Very clean and quiet. Lovely campground. :)
@NancyS9263746 · Camped on Sep 19, 2024 at Campsite #13
When we arrived, someone else was in our spot. The camp host was quick to note that the other party was in the wrong spot & asked them to move, The other party came over to us & after a short discussion, agreed to move, which they had to since they were in the wrong spot. We have stayed in the same #013 spot now twice & really enjoy our space. Very spacious & quiet. We will definitely be back. The camp host was very attentive & the restrooms are clean!
@DeeDeeC477703F · Camped on Sep 16, 2024 at Campsite #11
We love camping at Sharp Creek. It is very quiet and beautiful!!!
@RickL8689793 · Camped on Sep 8, 2024 at Campsite #1
It was clean quite and a lot of fun
@DarrinP61E5B5B · Camped on Sep 6, 2024 at Campsite #28
Camp hosts were awesome. Great experience overall. We will be back!
@MarioC9875F694 · Camped on Sep 2, 2024 at Campsite #24
Beautiful, clean and peaceful campground. Love it!!
@YitingCD195898 · Camped on Aug 16, 2024 at Campsite #3
The campground is group size (75people) but the wont fit that much people and the restroom is gross, have a lot of flys but the campground is really good and nice!
@BrianR3295011 · Camped on Jul 4, 2024 at Campsite #19
We have been camping here for twenty years. Since USFS took over recently, this campground is no longer enjoyable. Bathrooms were not cleaned or stocked with to the four days we were there. Tent campers took the largest sites even though the the tent loop was empty Three to four cars per site with tents and shade tents flowing into our site. We only saw the host one time in four days.
@MiguelP51341B5 · Camped on Jun 28, 2024 at Campsite #17
Had a great experience,staff was amazing helpful,
@NatalieW150630 · Camped on Jun 28, 2024 at Campsite #11
Our campsite had adequate shade and a lovely area behind it where the kids could play, explore, and walk the dog.
@Williamso6A267 · Camped on Jun 9, 2024 at Campsite #28
Host was great. Clean and quiet grounds.
@AnnieC04833497 · Camped on Jun 8, 2024 at Campsite #18
Beautiful camp ground very clean bathrooms, nice a quite clean camp site. Lots of places to hike. This has become one of our favorite camp grounds.
@HeatherL387189 · Camped on May 24, 2024 at Campsite #5
Large and well spaced campsites. Clean bathroom. You could hear the highway but that was the only downside and it would not stop me from staying again.
@DaveW2940105 · Camped on May 19, 2024 at Campsite #14
Beautiful campground, large sites, plenty of room between them. Water spigots located around the cg to fill jugs or small RVs. Great hiking in the area, Horton Creek and its spring are a must do.
@LauraT9858616 · Camped on May 18, 2024 at Campsite #21
The park is kept up very well, restrooms are clean. Pretty quiet park also.
@KristenTAB7EF0 · Camped on May 17, 2024 at Campsite #27
Very clean. Spacious sites. Bathrooms are well maintained.

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