Forest Road 237 Designated Dispersed Camping Area 1
Coconino National Forest
Write a Review FR-237 Flagstaff, AZ 86001 928-526-0866 Official WebsiteGPS: 35.0541, -111.7272
Location submitted by: slieth
Overview of Forest Road 237 Designated Dispersed Camping Area 1
As of 2022, Coconino National Forest has changed dispersed camping rules in the Sedona area. This flyer contains maps of the updated recommended designated dispersed camping areas around Sedona. Please follow those recommendations so that all may continue to enjoy the area.
Current status of access roads to the area can be found on the Flagstaff District Road Status website.
No wood or charcoal campfires are allowed in the Red Rock Ranger District. Only propane campfires are allowed.
Accessibility is not guaranteed, always scout ahead before driving down dirt roads. Learn more: Boondocking 101.
Last Price Paid: $0
Reported by Umpenhour on 5/20/2024
Longest RV Reported: 32 feet (Fifth Wheel)
Reported by Margarita on 9/24/2020
Pad Type dirt
Open Seasonally April - Nov.
Elevation 6,430 ft / 1,959 m
Max Stay 14
Tent Camping Yes
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Q&A - Ask the Community about Forest Road 237 Designated Dispersed Camping Area 1
To ask questions of the owner or manager please contact the campground directly. 928-526-0866
PeteRepeat asked on 10/29/2020
Hi there, are campfires allowed here?
I'm doing my research before going sometime in November.
Reviews of Forest Road 237 Designated Dispersed Camping Area 1 13 people have reviewed this location.
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Confirmed by 5 Users
Last reported 10/11/2021
Confirmed by 3 Users
Last reported 5/11/2024
Confirmed by 1 User
Last reported 5/20/2024
“Woodsy But Not Level”
Reviewed 5/20/2024
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | 111 |
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I do not recommend this for big rigs. We have a 36 ft Class A with tow and got in but the sites are not level and a lot of ruts. It’s a beautiful woodsy area just difficult to get in and out of and park at a level site. Sites are designated but very close together. Easy to get to from highway 89.
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T-Mobile 4G
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“Great place to camp off the I-17 ”
Reviewed 5/11/2024
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 3 |
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I love going there. I camp a lot there. The only drawback is that people leave trash on the site. I came up with a brilliant idea to start taking pictures of their license plate that they were there to leave the trace behind. I sent them to the ranger station. They take care of the rest with a fine. They will know they were there ... more
I love going there. I camp a lot there. The only drawback is that people leave trash on the site. I came up with a brilliant idea to start taking pictures of their license plate that they were there to leave the trace behind. I sent them to the ranger station. They take care of the rest with a fine. They will know they were there with their cellular phone location and with evidence pictures. I told them that I picked up the trash to haul it away as proven pictures, which the ranger really appreciates. Hopefully, this will reduce the amount of trash behind. These people should be banned from camping. Leave no trace behind and keep the forest safe and clean for the next campers to enjoy life. Leaving trash behind will encourage animals in the area, especially the bear, which can smell 1 mile away.
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AT&T 4G
camper-878843 would stay here again
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“Awesome base Camp for Flagstaff”
Reviewed 10/23/2022
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 4 |
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Stayed here four nights with 20’ Geopro. Decent AT&T coverage, lots of sites spread out through four loops down the dirt road. A bit bumpy at beginning but would definitely bring larger units in here without problem. I can see it would get busy in summer but lots of variety of sites and good separation. A twisty road to Sedona but sce... more
Stayed here four nights with 20’ Geopro. Decent AT&T coverage, lots of sites spread out through four loops down the dirt road. A bit bumpy at beginning but would definitely bring larger units in here without problem. I can see it would get busy in summer but lots of variety of sites and good separation. A twisty road to Sedona but scenic. Area is used by locals for Access to ATV and trails but not an issue for us. Lots of sites and space. Sewer dump at the Speedway in town. (No fresh water) Fresh water at the Fry’s gas station. The local Swift Travel Center sells fresh water but who wants to pay…..
Doug Hawkins would stay here again
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“Road very rocky. ”
Reviewed 11/21/2021
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
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The road in was very rocky and we almost turned around to prevent unneeded puncture of tire. Also camp site did have a fair amount of broken glass we picked up so our dog wouldn’t get cut. I would recommend 4x4 and even then I wouldn’t imagine you could go over 2 mph. It is very pretty under the trees.
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AT&T 4G
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“Beautiful scenery - lots of toilet paper everywhere”
Reviewed 10/11/2021
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 3 |
| Site Number: | 407 |
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This could be an ideal camping area but there were a few issues, mostly due to users who don't know how to poo/pee in the woods, who think everyone else wants to hear their music, and who think that campfires with 3 foot flame lengths are a good idea. Given the amount of TP behind every tree, I think the Coconino NF should really consi... more
This could be an ideal camping area but there were a few issues, mostly due to users who don't know how to poo/pee in the woods, who think everyone else wants to hear their music, and who think that campfires with 3 foot flame lengths are a good idea. Given the amount of TP behind every tree, I think the Coconino NF should really consider a few vault toilets, or a heavy education campaign, or at least some signage suggesting some options other than leaving TP, wipes, hygiene products, etc. behind a tree. The campsites themselves were ok, but behind the low fence that is supposed to keep out vehicles, it was a giant latrine.
Our immediate camp neighbors were courteous and conscientious, but there was a group playing loud music starting at about 8 am. A car alarm went off at 3am, and my husband reported loud music sometime in the middle of the night, but I slept through it.
Positive things - nice camp spots and not too tightly packed. Cell service, easy access from 89A and I-17. We had a tent, and the tent spot was flat. I could see this being great for RVs and trailers. Access is easier from 89A.
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FrauHuhn would stay here again
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“Terrible experience ”
Reviewed 8/9/2021
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | 1 |
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1. The campsites are too close to each other. Hard to find bathroom options. 2. Super uncomfortable ground. Full of rocks not possible to remove. 3. At least my campsite had a weird inclination so sleeping was a nightmare. We started at the edge of the tent, and ended at the other end. But mostly the problem in the ground. I had pa... more
1. The campsites are too close to each other. Hard to find bathroom options.
2. Super uncomfortable ground. Full of rocks not possible to remove.
3. At least my campsite had a weird inclination so sleeping was a nightmare. We started at the edge of the tent, and ended at the other end. But mostly the problem in the ground. I had pads, footprint for tent and everything, but that was not enough.
Make yourself a favor and look for another spot close by. There are. The view at the sky is beautiful. But the night was a pain.
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AT&T 4G
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“Worst camping experience ever”
Reviewed 6/13/2021
| Nightly rate: | $1 |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| RV Length: | 15' (Travel Trailer) |
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SUPER crowded and multiple camp groups partying with loud music and singing until 1am. Someone then started up a generator at 4am. Toilet paper everywhere. This place has been over run.
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“Beautiful and quiet. ”
Reviewed 6/12/2021
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| RV Length: | 24' (Class C) |
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This campsite is easy to find, the road is unpaved but fairly even and easy to navigate. Any size rig will be fine here. The sites are easy to level. I didn’t have any reception (T-Mobile) but I would walk to the camp’s entrance and was able to check emails and make phone calls. Unfortunately the place had quite a bit of garbage ... more
This campsite is easy to find, the road is unpaved but fairly even and easy to navigate. Any size rig will be fine here.
The sites are easy to level.
I didn’t have any reception (T-Mobile) but I would walk to the camp’s entrance and was able to check emails and make phone calls.
Unfortunately the place had quite a bit of garbage left behind by others.
I felt safe here as a solo traveler though and it really was beautiful and peaceful.
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T-Mobile
RVgypsy would stay here again
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“Quiet night in the pines”
Reviewed 1/12/2021
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | 124 |
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Not far off the highway but far enough that we heard zero highway traffic. The road is pretty bumpy but fine if you slow down. Campsites were clean and well marked. Two other campers there. Everyone was quiet. Star gazing was amazing. Sites are not “perfectly” level but fine if you brought blocks.
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Marbee40 would stay here again
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“Great dispersed camping ”
Reviewed 11/22/2020
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
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Lots of sites, the road is rough but manageable. None of the sites are close to level so it was hard to find a spot with our class A but manageable. Verizon service was good.
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Josh would stay here again
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“Closed on April 10 2023”
noted 4/10/2023
Turned up to the site, but gate closed to enter the forest road
25 reviews
noted 4/1/2022
Gated. Cave Springs, Pine Flat camp grounds, and all the FS roads dispersed are seasonal. Not open til April (This is Mar 30!).
17 reviews
“Closed for winter season”
noted 1/19/2022
We stopped by on January but the gate was locked.
“Road was closed ”
noted 3/28/2021
Gate was closed at the entrance of the road probably for the season. Some mud and snow visible. We weren’t able to camp here. Would love to camp here when it’s open.
35 reviews
noted 3/21/2021
For Road closure updates see US Forest Service road status: https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/coconino/alerts-notices/?cid=stelprdb5339811
“Closed”
noted 3/2/2021
We tried to stay here 3-1-2021 and the gate was closed. We were traveling from flagstaff (plans to stay in flag for the night) to Sedona. Along all of 89A, the campgrounds were all closed. It appears to be close Oct - May due to weather conditions otherwise would have been awesome. We ended up continuing on to Sedona for the night.
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