Bonito Campground is a developed campground set amidst a starkly beautiful high-desert landscape shaped by centuries of volcanic activity.
Campground Details
- ⛺Type
- Developed
- 🏕️Total Sites
- 44
- 💵Fee per Night
- Free
- 📋Reservations
- Reservation Required
- 🏔️Elevation
- 6,900 ft
- 📍GPS
- 35.36959, -111.54097
- 🌤️Best Seasons
- spring, summer, fall
- 🐾Pets Allowed
- No
- 🗺️Address
- AZ
Amenities
Bonito Campground is a developed campground set amidst a starkly beautiful high-desert landscape shaped by centuries of volcanic activity. Named for the Bonito Lava Flow that once streamed across this area, the campground offers approximately 44 sites in the ponderosa pine forest. Its prime location near Sunset Crater National Monument provides visitors with a fascinating glimpse into the region’s volcanic past.
Off-road enthusiasts can explore the trails of Cinder Hill Off-Highway Vehicle Area nearby.
Whether you’re drawn by the stark volcanic geology, fascinated by ancient ruins, or simply in search of a desert getaway, Bonito Campground delivers an immersive experience in the dramatic terrain of Cochino National Forest.