The best camping near Sedona, Arizona.

Sedona, Arizona is a feast for the senses. Red rock formations rise from the desert, and pine forests line jagged canyons. As the light shifts, the landscape glows with color—and at night, the stars are impossibly bright. Since many of these wild lands are public, exploring and camping in Sedona is a breeze.

For the best campgrounds near Sedona, head a few miles up Highway 89A to Oak Creek Canyon. The popular Cave Springs Campground has 89 sites for tents and RVs (no hookups). At the tents-only Manzanita Campground, you’ll find swimming holes, and hiking trails steps from camp. Closer to Flagstaff, Pine Flat Campground offers excellent trout fishing and shady sites.

Are you looking for something more adventurous? Backpack into the Coconino National Forest; the Forest Service allows dispersed tent camping. In Sedona, you can also find private RV parks with Wi-Fi and hot showers.

No matter where you camp, you’re only a short drive from Sedona’s outdoor adventures. Hike to an energy vortex at Cathedral Rock, or bike the red rocks on the Aerie Trail. The area is also known for Jeep tours, hot air balloon rides, horseback riding. Don’t miss Slide Rock State Park, where you can sit in the river and slide down a natural sandstone chute.

In Sedona, you can camp year-round. Summers are hot and busy, and winters are cold but peaceful. No matter when you come, bring a rain shell for the sudden desert thunderstorms.