CRESCENT MOON RANCH (AZ), AZ Campground Reservation, Info, Images, Map, Directions

CRESCENT MOON RANCH (AZ), Arizona Campground Images, Info & Reservations

Directions

From Phoenix, travel north on Interstate 17 and take the Sedona exit (exit 298) onto Highway 179 north. Go through the Village of Oak Creek, to Sedona. Turn left onto State Highway 89A and proceed west through Sedona to Upper Red Rock Loop Road. Turn left and continue to Chavez Ranch Road and turn left again. At the stop sign, continue straight. At the top of the hill again continue straight bearing to the right towards the gravel road and go through the locked gate (which has a "Road Closed" sign). Turn left at the end of the road. The Crescent Moon Ranch house is the last house on the right, with a garage. Both road gate and house have same combination for entry.

Phone

928-203-7500

Activities

BIKING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING, HUNTING, WILDLIFE VIEWING, SWIMMING SITE

Keywords

CRMO,COCONINO NF – FS,COCONINO

Related Link(s)

Rec Area Info & Images

Arizona State Tourism

Arizona State Road Conditions

Overview

Crescent Moon Ranch is an exceptional year-round place to stay in beautiful Sedona. The central Arizona facility is a rustic, historic ranch house adjacent to Oak Creek and near the base of the towering Cathedral Rock, one of the most photographed scenes in the Southwest. Guests can enjoy hiking, photography or simply relaxing and taking in the breathtaking views.

The cabin can accommodate up to 10 people for overnight use. It can be accessed by vehicle. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities.

Recreation

Guests can picnic at the adjacent day use area and fish, swim and wade in the crystal clear waters of Oak Creek. Flora, fauna and rock formations in the surrounding area provide excellent subjects for photography.

Within a few minutes, visitors can access hiking, biking and scenic driving through Oak Creek Canyon, to view majestic red-hued cliffs, buttes and canyons. The site is also convenient to Sedona, a resort town with shopping, dining, golfing and other attractions.

Facilities

With three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a large living room, two kitchens and an enclosed sun porch, Crescent Moon offers plenty of room. The house has beds with mattresses, and a futon and sleeper sofa in the living room. Electricity and running water are provided, and the house has heating and air conditioning, providing a comfortable stay any time of the year. Please be mindful of reducing heating and cooling cost by not leaving windows open with central heating/cooling system running. The house is fully furnished, including a dining room table and chairs. The large kitchen has a sink, electric stovetop range, dishwasher, refrigerator, coffee maker, toaster, crock pot, electric can opener and microwave. There is a limited supply of plates, pots and pans, and silverware. The smaller kitchen has a sink, cupboard storage and extra counter space. A grill and picnic table sit outside for outdoor cooking ( click here for more cabin details ). Guests must bring their own bedding and pillows, flashlights, towels, food, garbage bags, dish soap, dish towels, extra cooking utensils and dishes, toilet paper and paper towels. Bedding and linens are not provided. Three full beds, one with a twin bunk and two full futons are in the living room. Guests must clean the cabin completely and pack out all food and trash before leaving. Some cleaning supplies are provided.

Natural Features

Placed beside a tree-lined creek with Sedona’s famous red rock cliffs in the background, Crescent Moon’s location offers a serene natural setting. The site lies in the high desert at the base of the Mogollon Rim, a 200-mile slope that ranges between 5,000 and 7,000 feet in elevation. Cresent Moon sits at an elevation of 4,000 feet and was built by ranchers of the original homestead. The cabin was later made available for public use by the U.S. Forest Service.

Nearby Attractions

The nearby towns of Sedona and Oak Creek offer plenty of lodging, camping, shopping and dining. A variety of hiking and swimming destinations are within a short drive, including the well-known Slide Rock State Park and Red Rock/Secret Mountain Wilderness area.

Reservation

More from CampingHiking.net:

PARKSIDE, Montana Campground Images, Info & Reservations

Directions From U.S. Highway 212, turn off at Rock Creek Road (Forest Road 2421). Go 0.3 miles to the campground entrance on the right. Phone 406-587-9054 Activities BIKING, BOATING, CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING Keywords PKSD,CUSTER NF – FS Related Link(s) Rec Area Info & Images Overview Parkside Campground is located 12

SHOSHONE PARK KITCHEN, Idaho Campground Images, Info & Reservations

Directions From Mullan, drive east on Friday Ave, which turns into Larson Road. Total trip is about 3 miles. Look for signs to Shoshone Park. The West Kitchen is the first shelter when entering the park. Phone 208-783-2363 Activities BIKING, CAMPING, FISH HATCHERY Keywords SHOS,IDAHO PANHANDLE NF – FS Related

AUK VILLAGE CAMPGROUND, Alaska Campground Images, Info & Reservations

Directions From the cruise ship terminal on South Franklin Street in downtown Juneau, head northwest along the waterfront. South Franklin Street becomes Marine Way, then Egan Drive, named for William A. Egan (1914 – 1984), first governor of the State of Alaska. Egan Drive becomes Glacier Highway at Milepost 9.4,

SILTCOOS SAND CAMPING, Oregon Campground Images, Info & Reservations

Directions From Florence Oregon, travel 7 miles south on Highway 101 to the Siltcoos Beach Access Road. Turn west on Siltcoos Beach Access Road and proceed 1 mile 1.5 miles to Driftwood II Campground on the right. The Sand Access is within the Campground. Phone 541-271-6000 Activities CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING,

CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA, North Carolina Campground Images, Info & Reservations

Directions From Asheville, North Carolina, take I-26 west to exit 9, onto 19 east toward Burnsville. Follow 19 to Micaville and turn right onto Highway 80. Follow 80 south approximately 8 miles to the Carolina Hemlocks Recreation Area. Phone 828-675-5509 Activities BIKING, CLIMBING, CAMPING, INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS, FISHING, HIKING, PICNICKING, WATER

Willows Campground, Washington Campground Images, Info & Reservations

Directions From Naches, Washington, take Route 12 west 4.4 miles to the intersection with State Route 410. Turn left at the intersection, staying on Route 12. Travel 15 miles to campground on the left. Phone 541-338-7869 Activities CAMPING, FISHING, HIKING Keywords WLLS,RIMROCK LAKE,TIETON RIVER,OKANOGAN – WENATCHEE NF -FS,Flaming Gorge National