Sunset Crater Campout (Flagstaff, AZ)
Aug 13-16, 2026

Host: “eBay” Bob Bencsko
Host E-Mail: nomad@amcben.com
Host Phone: (702) 277-3969 Co-Host: Vic “Doc” Moss
Host E-Mail: vjmoss@earthlink.net
Host Phone: (702) 493-3028

Location: Sunset Crater National Monument, O’Leary Group Campground, West Loop
Website: https://www.nps.gov/sucr/index.htm

Cost: Cost will be split evenly between all campers/tents who arrive, probably around $30-35 per tent/camper for the weekend. For those who like camping in four walls, there are plenty of hotels available in Flagstaff.

Directions: From I-40 exit 201 in Flagstaff, head north on US-89 north and follow for 12 miles. After milepost 430, turn right on the Sunset Crater Volcano–Wupatki Loop Road, (look for the sign to the Sunset Crater National Monument). Turn right and follow to the O’Leary campground.

Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/wxN64npzoWLT2Sfn9
Latitude: 35.373179
Longitude: 111.542334

Conveniences/Services/Things to Do: All services are located in Flagstaff. This weekend will be the peak of the Perseids Meteor Shower and with the dark skies, the night show should be amazing. There are several easy walking trails in the National Monument, and the Grand Canyon National Park South Rim (east entrance) is approximately 70 miles away.

What to Bring: Hosts will provide chilidogs on Friday night and bring wood for a group fire pit. Individual fires are not allowed. There is drinking water in the campground, otherwise, bring whatever you need for a great weekend getaway, and bring side dishes for Friday if you can.

Elevation and Weather Notes: The campground sits at 7,000 feet so expect cool nights and pleasant days.