
Conservation Legacy · Data Source: Recreation.gov
About
Overview Located in the ponderosa pine forest, this campground is within walking distance of Willow Springs Lake which provides boating and fishing opportunities. Hiking and mountain biking opportunities are nearby in the non-motorized Wildlife Area. The General Crook National Recreation Trail is also within a mile of the campground. Be prepared for rain, often heavy, through July and August. Expect cool to cold nighttime temperatures. Recreation Fishing and boating are available at nearby Willow Springs Lake which is approximately one mile from the campground. Facilities Sinkhole Campground has 26 sites (sites 14 through 26 are available for advanced reservation). Sites 1 through 13 are first-come, first served. There are two accessible sites, two double sites and the rest are single sites. All sites are back-in. Each site offers a campfire ring with grill and picnic table. Additional amenities include accessible vault toilets, drinking water and trash service. A camp host is available at the site. Natural Features Sinkhole Campground is surrounded by ponderosa pines. The entrance, roads and back-in section is asphalt. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (928) 535-0181. Nearby Attractions Woods Canyon Lakes is located approximately 10 miles west off of Road 300 and Road 105. The store at the lake has boat and kayak rentals. Gas, phone and groceries are available approximately four miles east at Forest Lakes.
Around this stay
Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.
- 3.5 mi
dump station
Dump station
- 3.3 mi
potable water
Potable water
- 0.1 mi
trailhead
Willow Springs Lake Trailhead
- 2.3 mi
attraction
Military Sinkhole Observation Site
- 0.5 mi
recreation site
Willow Springs Picnic Ground
Contact & access
- P.O. Box 2337 · Overgaard, AZ 85933
- 928-535-9859
Reservations & demand
October weekends are typically reserved about 51 days ahead.
Based on 24 Recreation.gov reservations (Oct 2023–Sep 2024). Historical demand — not live availability.
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Source and verification
Last verified: 10/5/2026
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