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Moqui Group Campground

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USDA Forest Service
3Supported overnight records
1Published site categories
3Sites with a reported party limit
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A closer look at the campground

Overview The Moqui Group Campground sits in a beautiful setting surrounded by ponderosa, oak, and aspen at an elevation of 6,915'. The campground consists of 3 individual group sites: Simmons, Spooner, and Ernst. Each site can accomodate up to 50 people offering picnic tables, fire rings, grills, vault tolets, trash collections, and piped drinking water. For groups larger than 50 people, multiple sites can be reserved. The Simmons and Spooner Group sites can each accomodate a maximum of 3 trailers or RV's up to 22'. The Earnst Group site is best suited for tents and smaller equipment. Recreation Many visitors spend time relaxing and exploring the area. The nearby C.C. Cragin Reservoir and Knoll Lake offer opportunities for water based recreation, while the Arizona National Scenic Trail, General Crook National Recreation Trail, and historic Cabin Loop Trail System offer opportunities for hikers, bicyclist, and equestrian users. There are also several Fire Lookout Towers in the area. Facilities The group sites include fire rings, grills, picnic tables, vault toilets, trash collection, and piped drinking water. Natural Features The campground is in a forested setting. The nearby Mogollon Rim is one of the most striking geologic features in the state. This steep escarpment, measured in thousands of feet, stretches from New Mexico diagonally accross two thirds of Arizona and offers sweeping views of the landscape. Nearby Attractions The community of Happy Jack, Arizona has a gas station, two convenience stores and two restaurants.

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Party limit
3
Vehicle limit
3
Vehicle length
0
Driveway entry
0
Shade
3

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Group Standard Nonelectric
3

Operator directions

From Flagstaff, Arizona, drive 55 miles south on FH 3 (Lake Mary Road) to AZ 87 at Clints Well. Turn left onto AZ 87 Drive approximately 9 miles to milepost 298.8. Turn right on FR 138 and drive about one mile to the campground. From Payson, Arizona, drive 46 miles north on AZ 87 toward Winslow. Turn right onto FR 138 and drive about one mile to the campground.  GPS Coordinates 34°35'46.1"N 111°11'55.2"W

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THE ACTUAL SITES

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SITE / LOOPTYPEEQUIPMENT LIMITSPEOPLE / VEHICLESDRIVEWAYELECTRIC / SHADE
Site Moqui Group Campground Ernst
1
Source updated: 2025-12-04
Group Standard Nonelectric
Car: limit unknown
Caravan/Camper Van: 16 ft
Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown
Pickup Camper: 16 ft
Pop Up: 16 ft
Small Tent: limit unknown
Tent: limit unknown
Vehicle: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
50 people
12 vehicles
Not reported
Not reported
Not reported
Shade: Yes
Site Moqui Group Campground Simmons
1
Source updated: 2025-12-04
Group Standard Nonelectric
Car: limit unknown
Caravan/Camper Van: 22 ft
Fifth Wheel: 22 ft
Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown
Pickup Camper: 22 ft
Pop Up: 22 ft
Rv: 22 ft
Small Tent: limit unknown
Tent: limit unknown
Trailer: 22 ft
Vehicle: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
50 people
12 vehicles
Not reported
Not reported
Not reported
Shade: Yes
Site Moqui Group Campground Spooner
1
Source updated: 2025-12-04
Group Standard Nonelectric
Car: limit unknown
Caravan/Camper Van: limit unknown
Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown
Pickup Camper: limit unknown
Pop Up: 22 ft
Small Tent: limit unknown
Tent: limit unknown
Vehicle: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
50 people
12 vehicles
Not reported
Not reported
Not reported
Shade: Yes

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