Cave Springs
Sedona, Arizona
| Address: | Cave Springs Campground, AZ-89A, Sedona, AZ 86336, United States |
| GPS: |
34°59'45.9"N 111°44'21.7"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Arizona |
| Trails/Routes: | 0.1-0.7 mi |
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Camp, Hike, and Swim
Cave Springs Campground is a scenic campground that sits in Oak Creek Canyon. Cave Springs is nestled perfectly in the town of Sedona, giving the campground the notorious Sedona red views. Uniquely, Cave Springs Campground is lush and green. The campsite is located right on the bank of the Oak Creek making it a perfect location for cool water play during the scorching summer sun. The campsite itself is comprised of 84 campsites, and they operate on a one tent per campsite rule. Each campsite comes equipped with picnic tables with natural shade from the trees, campfire rings, a grill, and restrooms. The campground is also close to many of the popular attractions in Sedona such as the swimming holes, Slide Rock, and the 1.8-million acre Coconino National Forest. The area is also known for fish. The fish that Oak Creek has to offer are trout and native trout.
You can make a reservation for the campsite at https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232194 which needs to be made at least three days in advance. Campsites are $22 per night and operate from May to September.
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- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
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Directions
From Sedona, Arizona
- Head east toward N State Rte 89A (118 ft)
- Exit the traffic circle onto AZ-89A N/
N State Rte 89A (11.4 mi) - Turn left at Harding Springs Trail (0.3 mi)
- Turn leftDestination will be on the right(0.1 mi)
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