Page Springs RV Park
Campground
4 (232)
1951 N Page Springs Rd, Cornville, AZ 86325
Picnic tablesPublic restroomPublic showerRestroom
CreekAZ
Mormons Crossing
By Hidden Swimming Holes Team · Record updated
Background: generated illustration, not a photograph of this location.
Distinguish Cornville's Mormon Crossing from a distant same-name map match, check bridge and parking permission and understand the limits of historical swimming advice.
Swimming permission unconfirmed
Current site-specific water-entry permission remains unverified. Do not use the archived rope swing or slickrock slide as instructions. No automatic camping, dog, free-access or clothing-optional permission is inferred.
Water type
Creek
Swimming status
Swimming unconfirmed
Fee
No current site fee or free-access authorization established. Unofficial use does not establish free parking or lawful bank access.
Best season
Confirm access and conditions first. No May-September safe-water promise or current swimming-temperature window established
Nearby towns
Cornville, Near Sedona
Water body
Oak Creek Near Cornville; Not The Distant Mormon Crossing Place Record
Status summarizes our reviewed record, not today's opening or safety. Check current rules, swimming boundaries and notices before visiting.
Location
Map & Directions
Nearby towns
Cornville, Near Sedona
Access location not verified
near SEDONA, AZ
Approximate location based on the nearest town. Confirm the exact spot and access before you go.
Sources & checks
This is a desk-researched listing. A record update or map check does not confirm current swimming permission or water conditions.
- Swimming rules
- Current swimming permission has not been independently confirmed for this listing. Check with the land manager before entering the water.
- Access location not verified
- The recorded location has no completed source check. Confirm the entrance, legal access, and parking before travelling.
- Record updated
- · This is a data update, not a field visit.
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Mormons Crossing: identify the Cornville site first
The archived directions describe an Oak Creek crossing reached from Page Springs Road, Purple Sage Road and Willow Point Road near Cornville. The saved Google match instead identifies a same-name place in Arizona 85931, about 63.6 miles away. That place's images and business-status flag do not describe this Oak Creek site.
What the primary source establishes
The Yavapai County Sheriff's March 20, 2023 report records a family rescue after an attempted crossing at Mormon Crossing in Cornville during flooding. This confirms the Cornville/Oak Creek context and demonstrates a historical crossing hazard. It does not establish a current road closure, open swimming entrance or water-quality result.
Confirm the actual entrance before travel
Current bridge condition, property boundaries, legal parking and the permitted bank route remain unverified. Do not follow an old instruction to cross a bridge and turn onto informal trails without confirming access. A public road does not automatically authorize use of an adjoining riverbank. The old point is withheld rather than represented as a verified water entrance.
Do not use the old recreation promises as a trip plan
Rope swings, slides and seasonal depth
The earlier rope-swing and slickrock-slide descriptions have not been checked for current presence, inspection or safe use. No family-safe slide, deep-pool guarantee, supervised swim or May-September safe-water window is established here. Do not cross flooded Oak Creek on foot or in a vehicle; keep historical rescue evidence separate from today's conditions.
Fees, services and camping
No current site-specific fee, free-parking permission, toilet, drinking water or maintained entrance has been verified. No overnight or dog permission is inferred. Campgrounds elsewhere in Oak Creek Canyon require separate current arrangements and do not provide amenities or overnight rights at this crossing.
Who to ask and why there is no gallery
Confirm the responsible property or land manager before travel. The Red Rock Ranger Visitor Center contact published on the Forest Service trail page is 928-203-2900 and can help direct forest-land questions; Bull Pen rules on that page are not rules for Mormon Crossing. No photos from the distant Arizona 85931 match are published as this Cornville swimming hole.
Getting There
Archived directions follow Page Springs Road, Purple Sage Road and Willow Point Road toward an Oak Creek bridge in Cornville. They are historical locator context, not confirmed current parking or a lawful bank route. Establish bridge condition and the permitted entrance with the responsible land manager before traveling. Do not navigate to the distant saved Mormon Crossing place in Arizona 85931.
Quick Navigation
Access Notes
A sheriff's March 20, 2023 report confirms a flood rescue at Mormon Crossing in Cornville. It is historical hazard evidence, not a current road-closure announcement or public-swimming permit. Exact entry, measured approach and accessible water access remain unresolved.
Plan Your Visit
Parking & Access
Confirm the entrance, parking arrangements, and legal access with the land manager. A map pin does not establish a public right of access. Follow posted routes and never block gates or driveways.
Regulations & Fees
Current site-specific water-entry permission remains unverified. Do not use the archived rope swing or slickrock slide as instructions. No automatic camping, dog, free-access or clothing-optional permission is inferred. Public park access does not necessarily include permission to swim. Respect private property and posted restrictions.
Seasonality & Flow
Water conditions can change quickly. This listing does not provide a current safety or water-quality assessment. Check official alerts and avoid entering water when conditions or permission are uncertain.
Nearby Facilities
Nearby places from saved public map data, not necessarily facilities at the swimming spot. Confirm access, hours, fees, and amenities with the operator before you drive.
Map data retrieved 2026-06-15
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Cornville
Parking
Arizona 86325
Cornville is an unincorporated community in Yavapai County, Arizona, United States. The population as of the 2010 United States census was 3,280, down from 3,335 at the 2000 census.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mormons Crossing
Is the saved Google Mormon Crossing match this Oak Creek spot?
No. It identifies a same-name place in Arizona 85931 about 63.6 miles away, not the archived Cornville crossing. Its photos and closure flag must not be transferred here.
Is the Cornville water entrance currently verified?
No. The sheriff confirms the crossing's Oak Creek/Cornville context historically, but current bridge condition, lawful parking, bank access and swimming authorization remain unresolved.
Does the March 2023 rescue report mean the crossing is closed today?
No. It describes a historical flood rescue, not a current closure notice. It demonstrates why flooded crossings should not be attempted but does not establish today's flow or access status.
Is the rope swing or rock slide safe to use?
No current presence, inspection, water depth or safe-use assessment is established. The archived swing and slide descriptions are not current visitor instructions.
Is access free and are there toilets or camping?
No site-specific fee, free parking, toilet or camping permission has been verified. Amenities and rules at other Oak Creek recreation sites cannot be assumed here.
Who should I ask before planning a visit?
Identify the responsible land or property manager and ask about the exact entrance and bridge. Red Rock Ranger Visitor Center at 928-203-2900 can direct forest-land questions, not grant blanket permission across private property.
Highlights
Cornville location distinguished from distant match
Historical flood risk explained
Bridge and parking confirmation required
Rope-swing and slide advice withdrawn
Unique Features
Oak Creek crossing context
Same-name place mismatch identified
Location & Area Map
Safety Information
Important Safety Tips
- Do not cross flooded Oak Creek on foot or in a vehicle
- The sheriff documented a family rescue here in March 2023; that date is not today's condition
- Rope swings, depth and slickrock-slide safety are unverified
- No supervision or current recreational-water clearance established
Cultural & Historical Context
Historical Background
The sheriff identifies Mormon Crossing in Cornville along Oak Creek. Pioneer-origin stories are not established by this review.
Photography Guide
Photo Opportunities
Use owner-permitted public viewpoints. The saved distant Mormon Crossing images are not this Oak Creek destination.
Conservation & Ethics
Protect This Place
Use lawful signed access, protect riparian vegetation, avoid creating bank paths and carry out litter. Check current fire and land-use restrictions.
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At a Glance
Best Time to Visit
Confirm access and conditions first. No May-September safe-water promise or current swimming-temperature window established.
Difficulty Level
No measured current bank approach or mobility suitability established. Crossing hazards depend on weather and flow.
Fee
No current site fee or free-access authorization established. Unofficial use does not establish free parking or lawful bank access.
Facilities
Do not assume facilities at other Oak Creek recreation areas apply here. Confirm lawful parking and services with the responsible land manager before traveling.
Activities
Historical swimming use; current entry unverified. Creek sightseeing only from lawful permitted access.
Phone
No verified on-site operator; Red Rock Ranger Visitor Center 928-203-2900 can help direct forest-land questions, not provide a blanket private-property permission.
Safety & Access Notice
This information is for general planning only and may be incomplete, outdated, or inaccurate. Access rules, closures, water levels, currents, hazards, and legal restrictions can change at any time. Always verify current rules with the land manager or official source before visiting.
You are responsible for your own safety and for following all posted signs, laws, and local regulations. Read the full disclaimer.
Camping Information
No current overnight permission established at this crossing. Separate Oak Creek campgrounds require their own current reservations, fees and rules.
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Safety & Access Notice
This information is for general planning only and may be incomplete, outdated, or inaccurate. Access rules, closures, water levels, currents, hazards, and legal restrictions can change at any time. Always verify current rules with the land manager or official source before visiting.
- Do not swim where swimming is prohibited, unsafe, or not clearly allowed.
- Follow posted signs, local regulations, closures, and private-property boundaries.
- Assess conditions on site. Water flow, depth, temperature, and underwater hazards change quickly.
- Never jump or dive without personally confirming depth and underwater obstacles.
- Swim with a buddy and consider flotation for weak or non-swimmers.
- Pack out all trash; respect wildlife and fragile environments.
You are responsible for your own safety and for following all posted signs, laws, and local regulations. Read the full disclaimer.
J
Joshua Havens
Founder & Editor, Hidden Swimming Holes
Joshua Havens created Hidden Swimming Holes to make it easier for people to find — and safely visit — natural freshwater swimming destinations across the United States. He researches access conditions, water quality resources, and land management rules so you don't have to start from scratch. He holds a strong belief that good outdoor recreation information should be accurate, honest about its limitations, and freely available.
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