Campground Overview:
Chevelon Crossing Campground as well as its sister site, Chevelon Canyon Lake Campground, are located deep into the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest along Fr 169. Chevelon Crossing is a scenic and historic canyon area. Built originally by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930’s, the campground is situated along Chevelon Creek. The campground include seven campsites with picnic tables and fire pits. A vault toilet is available but no drinking water available. Chevelon Canyon offers spectacular views and opportunities for hiking and fishing.
The majority of campgrounds on the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests are primitive and offer dispersed camping. You may camp outside of developed campgrounds anywhere on the Forest at no charge. Potable water, toilets, and other amenities are not generally available. If you choose to camp outside developed areas, be sure to bring adequate water or be prepared to purify any water source before drinking. No permits are required to camp in Wilderness areas. While the majority of the forest roads in the area are well maintained and used frequently, during snow or heavy rain, a high clearance vehicle may be required. Always use common sense and be prepared.
Directions from Winslow: Travel 25 miles south on Forest Road 34 to Forest Road 504, campground is located just off FR 504 at Chevelon Creek. From the south take Forest Road 300 to Forest Road 169, follow 169 north to the junction of Forest Road 504, turn right and follow the road to the campground.
Campground at a Glance
Level: |
Semi-Developed |
Season: |
Year-Round |
Nearby City: |
Chevelon Creek |
Fishing: |
None |
Campground Website: |
Chevelon Crossing Campground |
Campground Map: |
N/A |
Reservations: |
First-come, first-served basis |
Location: |
Nearby Attractions and Activities:
Chevelon Canyon Lake is a deep, canyon-bound lake constructed by the National Forest in 1965. Because of its location, topography and access, it draws only the most determined and physically fit anglers. Chevelon Canyon Lake consists of 208 surface acres with an average depth of 35 feet and a maximum depth of 80 feet. It’s the most difficult lake in the region to access, if not the most remote. It’s designated as a blue ribbon fishery because management is designed to produce large trout. It’s stocked once in spring and once in fall with fingerling rainbow trout.
Long Draw North Trailhead is located at the Chevelon Crossing Campground, providing adequate room for parking and staging. Camping is available when weather allows and vault toilets are available during warmer months. From the campground, the trail follows FR 504 North for approximately 1 mile to FR 169 where the trail then veers south onto the FR 169.
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