Campground List
CAMPGROUND NAME: Alpine Divide
VISIT DATE: 05/14/1998
UPDATE DATE: 2/19/2024
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Alpine
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Alpine
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Alpine, AZ, take State Rt. 191 north 3.5 miles to campground
sign. Turn right into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 8,500 ft.
The campground is adjacent to the Coronado Trail Scenic Byway (US
Rt. 191). It is a good location for day trips to the Blue Range
Primitive Area, viewing petroglyphs along the Blue River and
Escudilla Wilderness. The campground stretches out along a
meadow with sites nestled under mature Ponderosa pines upon a
grassy understory. Firewood is available for a fee.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: Yes
Seasonal Comment:
Services provided May 1 through October 31.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $10 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 11
Total Sites: 11
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 11
No. Grilles on Sites: 11
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 13.5' X 44'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt. There is a waste station located at
the Alpine Village RV Park on US Rt. 180 in Alpine, AZ.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2
No. Threaded: 2
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Apache Trout
VISIT DATE: 04/20/2009
UPDATE DATE: 2/19/2024
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwest
RANGER DISTRICT: Springerville
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Eagar
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
There are three routes available for access to the Apache Trout
campground. Number 1 is paved all the way but steep without turnouts.
Number 2 is fairly level and paved. Number 3 is from Alpine, AZ.
1. From Eagar, AZ, take State Rt. 260 west 2.2 miles to the Big Lake
sign (State Rt. 261). Turn left onto Rt. 261 and go 18.1 miles to the
Big Lake sign (State Rt. 273). Turn left onto Rt. 273 and go 2.5 miles
to another Big Lake Campground sign (Forest Rt. 8115). Turn right and
go 2.3 miles to campground on left.
2. From Eagar, AZ, take State Rt. 260 west 18 miles to Big Lake sign
(State Rt. 273). Turn left onto Rt. 273 and go 19.4 miles to Big Lake
Campground sign (Forest Rt. 8115). Turn right and go 2.3 miles to
campground on left.
3. In Alpine, AZ, at the intersection of U.S. Highways 191 and 180, take
Hwy 191 north 1.7 miles to a "Big Lake" sign. Turn left after sign, onto
Forest Rt. 249, and go 16.1 miles to another "Big Lake" sign. Turn Left
at sign onto Forest Rt. 8115 and go 2.3 miles to campground on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 9,100 feet.
The campground is one of five in the Big Lake Recreation Area and the
only campground with full hook-ups. It has four loops (Aspen, Pine, Oak,
and Fir) above Big Lake. Aspen Loop is the largest loop and has a mix of
sites with hook-ups and no hook-ups. Pine Loop is small with good shade
and can be reserved by a group. Oak Loop's sites all have full-hookups.
Although hookups are not shared there are numerous, side-by-side parking
aprons. Shade is limited in this loop. Fir Loop has no hookups and is
available to single family campers if not reserved by a large group. Oak and
Fir loops are adjacent to a large meadow. None of the campsites are on the
lake but are a short walk across a field to Big Lake. Ponderosa pine, Douglas
fir, Blue spruce, and Aspen offer ample shade. A store is located at the lake
with limited groceries, gas, bait, and boat rentals. Interpretive programs are
provided from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day at the Visitor Center.
The Recreation Area is known for mountain biking, bird watching and wildlife
viewing. Firewood is available for a fee.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 1 through October 13
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $30 per day - no hook-ups
$46 per day - full hook-ups
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 123
Total Sites: 123
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 123
No. Grilles on Sites: 123
RV INFORMATION
No. Full Hookups (includes waste): 41
No. Water and Electric Only: 0
No. Water Only: 0
No. Electric Only: 0
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: see comments
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel and will accommodate any
size rig.
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 14
No. Threaded: 14
Comments:
Each bathroom has a deep skin.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
There are two lakes - Big Lake (640 acres) and Crescent Lake
(150 acres) each with boat ramps. Power boats are limited to
8HP. The Big Lake Marina offers boat rentals, limited groceries,
gasoline, as well as bait and tackle.
HIKING
Trails are found throughout the Recreation Area, such as:
Indian Spring Trail (foot and mountain bike) - 7 miles
Big Lake Lookout Trail (foot) - 1.5 miles
FISHING
Rainbow, Cutthroat, Brook and Brown trout
A fish cleaning station is available at Big Lake's marina.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Benny Creek
VISIT DATE: 05/16/1998
UPDATE DATE: 2/19/2024
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Springerville
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Eagar
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Eagar, AZ, take State Rt. 260 west 9.7 miles to Greer sign
(State Rt. 373). Turn left onto Rt. 373 and go 2.8 miles to
campground sign. Turn left at sign and go 0.5 miles to
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 8,250 ft.
The campground is one of two campgrounds in the Greer Lake
Recreation Area. It is located in a grove of Ponderosa pines.
The Bunch Reservoir of the Greer Lakes can be viewed from the
campground. The Greer Lakes are nearby and are comprised of
three reservoirs - Bunch, River and Tunnel.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 1 through September 30
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $12 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 2
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 24
Total Sites: 26
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 26
No. Grilles on Sites: 14
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: 25' X 38'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt. There is a waste station, available for
a fee, at the Rolfe C. Hoyer campground, 0.9 miles further from
the campground on State Rt. 373.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
Water is provided by a "water buffalo" located at the entrance to
the campground. Wheelchair friendly hot showers are available
for a fee at Hoyer campground. Check status of potable water with
ranger district office.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
The Greer Lakes account for a total of 350 acres. Power boats
are limited to electric motors only. The lakes are a source for
irrigation and may be low during mid-summer.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow, Cutthroat, Brook and Brown trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Blackjack
VISIT DATE: 05/08/1998
UPDATE DATE: 2/19/2024
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Clifton
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Clifton
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Clifton, AZ, take US Rt. 191 south 7.9 miles to "Three
Corners" and the intersection of US Rt. 191 and State Rt. 78.
Turn left onto Rt. 78 and go 14.5 miles to campground on the
right.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,340 ft.
Campground is very rustic and located adjacent to State Rt. 78
in a grove of Ponderosa and Juniper pines. The sites are loosely
designated and have the feel of being dispersed. It is
convenient to the Maverick ATV Trail. Dispersed tent camping to
left of campground's entrance is possible.
NOTE: Campground is popular for family reunions. Check with
Clifton District Ranger's Office to ensure availability of
campsites.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: No charge
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 10
Total Sites: 10
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 10
No. Grilles on Sites: 10
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: See comments below
Comments:
Parking is in undesignated areas that are dirt and rock.
Interior road is erroded and irregular - not RV friendly.
Because of tight turn-around, total RV length recommended
not to exceed 40-ft.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 0
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Brookchar
VISIT DATE: 05/18/1998
UPDATE DATE: 2/19/2024
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Springerville
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Eagar
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
There are three routes available for access to the Apache Trout
campground. Number 1 is paved all the way but steep without turnouts.
Number 2 is fairly level and paved. Number 3 is from Alpine, AZ.
1. From Eagar, AZ, take State Rt. 260 west 2.2 miles to the Big Lake
sign (State Rt. 261). Turn left onto Rt. 261 and go 18.1 miles to the
Big Lake sign (State Rt. 273). Turn left onto Rt. 273 and go 2.5 miles
to another Big Lake Campground sign (Forest Rt. 8115). Turn right and
go 1.8 miles to campground on left.
2. From Eagar, AZ, take State Rt. 260 west 18 miles to Big Lake sign
(State Rt. 273). Turn left onto Rt. 273 and go 19.4 miles to Big Lake
Campground sign (Forest Rt. 8115). Turn right and go 1.8 miles to
campground on left.
3. In Alpine, AZ, at the intersection of U.S. Highways 191 and 180, take
Hwy 191 north 1.7 miles to a "Big Lake" sign. Turn left after sign, onto
Forest Rt. 249, and go 16.1 miles to another "Big Lake" sign. Turn Left
at sign onto Forest Rt. 8115 and go 1.8 miles to campground on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 9,000 ft.
The campground is one of five in the Big Lake Recreation Area. It is
located above Big Lake on the east shore in a mixed forest of conifer
trees with a grass understory. The sites are well separated with some
walk-in sites overlooking the lake while others overlook a large meadow.
There are interpretive programs and guided nature walks, usually provided
from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Wildlife viewing of elk, deer,
ntelope and turkey is an attraction of the campground and area. A store
is located at the lake with limited groceries, regular unleaded gas, bait and
boat rentals (power and row boats). Firewood is available for a fee.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 1 through October 31
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 13
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 0
Total Sites: 13
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 13
No. Grilles on Sites: 13
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: 0
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 2
No. Threaded: 2
Comments:
There are deep sinks at the bathhouse. The wheelchair friendly hot
showers, available for a fee, are located in a bathhouse 0.3 miles
north of Rainbow campground.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
There are two lakes - Big Lake (640 acres) and Crescent Lake (150
acres). Both permit power boats up to 8hp.
HIKING
Indian Spring Trail (foot and mountain bike) - 7 miles
Big Lake Lookout Trail (foot) - 1.5 miles
Both trails are accessed from the Rainbow campground.
FISHING
Rainbow, Cutthroat, Brook and Brown trout
There is a fish cleaning station on Big Lake in the store parking
lot.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Buffalo Crossing
VISIT DATE: 05/14/1998
UPDATE DATE: 2/19/2024
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Alpine
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Alpine
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Alpine, AZ, take US Rt. 191 north 1.4 miles to Big Lake sign
(Forest Rt. 249). Turn left at sign onto Rt. 249 and go 5.3
miles to "Y" intersection (Forest Rt. 276). Bear left onto Rt.
276 and go 13.2 miles to stop sign. Turn left at stop sign and
go 0.1 miles to campground sign. Turn left at sign into
campground.
NOTE: Forest Rt. 276 narrows to a single-lane (with turnouts)
gravel road.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,600 ft.
Campground is pack it in, pack it out and one of six in the
East Fork Recreation Area. It stretches along the East Fork
of the Black River. Some sites are set back under Ponderosa
pines upon a grassy understory. The campground is scenic with
wildlife viewing and excellent fishing. Firewood is available for
a fee.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: Yes
Seasonal Comment:
Services provided May 1 through October 31 - weather dependent
NOTE: 2/19/2024 - Campground temporarily closed into summer 2024 due to
replacement of Buffalo Crossing Bridge. Contact ranger district office for status.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $14 per day, per vehicle
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 16
Total Sites: 16
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 16
No. Grilles on Sites: 16
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 16' X 60'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt. There is a waste station available
for a fee at the Alpine Village RV Park off US Rt. 180 in Alpine, AZ.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 0
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
Potable water available at the Horse Springs campground - about 2
miles before the Buffalo Springs campground.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow, Brown and Native Apache (threatened) trout.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Cutthroat
VISIT DATE: 05/18/1998
UPDATE DATE: 2/19/2024
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Springerville
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Eagar
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
There are three routes available for access to the Apache Trout
campground. Number 1 is paved all the way but steep without turnouts.
Number 2 is fairly level and paved. Number 3 is from Alpine, AZ.
1. From Eagar, AZ, take State Rt. 260 west 2.2 miles to the Big Lake
sign (State Rt. 261). Turn left onto Rt. 261 and go 18.1 miles to the
Big Lake sign (State Rt. 273). Turn left onto Rt. 273 and go 2.5 miles
to another Big Lake Campground sign (Forest Rt. 8115). Turn right and
go 2.3 miles to campground on left.
2. From Eagar, AZ, take State Rt. 260 west 18 miles to Big Lake sign
(State Rt. 273). Turn left onto Rt. 273 and go 19.4 miles to Big Lake
Campground sign (Forest Rt. 8115). Turn right and go 2.3 miles to
campground on left.
3. In Alpine, AZ, at the intersection of U.S. Highways 191 and 180, take
Hwy 191 north 1.7 miles to a "Big Lake" sign. Turn left after sign, onto
Forest Rt. 249, and go 16.1 miles to another "Big Lake" sign. Turn Left
at sign onto Forest Rt. 8115 and go 2 miles to campground on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 9,000 ft.
The campground is one of five in the Big Lake Recreation Area. It
is located above Big Lake on the east shore in a mixed forest of
Aspen and pine trees with a grass understory. The sites are well
separated with some along the roadway overlooking the lake while
others overlook a large meadow. There are interpretive programs
and guided nature walks, usually provided from Memorial Day through
Labor Day. Wildlife viewing of elk, deer, antelope and turkey is an
ttraction of the campground and area. A store is located at the lake
with limited groceries, regular unleaded gas, bait and boat rentals
(power and row boats). Firewood is available for a fee.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 1 through October 31
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 18
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 0
Total Sites: 18
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 18
No. Grilles on Sites: 18
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 7
No. Threaded: 7
Comments:
The wheelchair friendly hot showers, available for a fee, are
located in a bathhouse 0.3 miles north of Rainbow campground.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
There are two lakes - Big Lake (640 acres) and Crescent Lake (150 acres)
each with boat ramps. Power boats are limited to 8HP. The Big Lake
Marina offers boat rentals, limited groceries, gasoline, as well as bait
and tackle.
HIKING
Indian Spring Trail (foot and mountain bike) - 7 miles
Big Lake Lookout Trail (foot) - 1.5 miles
Both trails are accessed from the Rainbow campground.
FISHING
Rainbow, Cutthroat, Brook and Brown trout
There is a fish cleaning station on Big Lake in the store parking
lot.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Diamond Rock
VISIT DATE: 05/14/1998
UPDATE DATE: 2/19/2024
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Alpine
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Alpine
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Alpine, AZ, take US Rt. 191 north 1.4 miles to Big Lake sign
(Forest Rt. 249). Turn left at sign onto Rt. 249 and go 5.3
miles to "Y" intersection (Forest Rt. 276). Bear left onto Rt.
276 and go 6.4 miles to campground.
NOTE: Forest Rt. 276 narrows to a single-lane (with turnouts)
gravel road.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,900 ft.
Campground is one of six in the East Fork Recreation Area and is
pack it in, pack it out. It is near the East Fork of the Black
River and is located in Ponderosa and other mixed pines upon a
grassy understory. Some sites have a log lean-to shelter.
Campground is composed of three clusters along Forest Rt. 276.
The first cluster (sites 1-6) has water and is located along the
East Fork of the Black River. The remaining clusters have no
water, but is easily accessible from the first cluster. Firewood
is available for a fee.
The campground gets its name from a large boulder shaped like a
diamond. It is located close to campground entrance alongside
Forest Rt. 276.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: Yes
Seasonal Comment:
Services provided May 1 through October 31 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $14 per day, per vehicle
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 3
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 9
Total Sites: 12
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 12
No. Grilles on Sites: 12
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 54'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel. The turn-around at end of first
cluster (sites 1-6) is tight and could be difficult for some RVs
to negotiate. There is no RV turn-around for the second cluster
(sites 7 & 8). RV waste stations (with potable water) are available
for a fee at the Forest Service's Big Lake Recreation area and
Alpine Village RV Park off US Rt. 180 in Alpine, AZ.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigot is located across from site #4 in the first cluster.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - NO
FISHING
Rainbow, Brown and Native Apache (threatened) trout.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Granville
VISIT DATE: 05/08/1998
UPDATE DATE: 2/19/2024
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Clifton
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Morenci
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Morenci, AZ, take US Rt. 191 (Coronado Trail Scenic Byway)
north 13.1 miles to campground on right.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,600 ft.
Campground is adjacent to US Rt. 191 (Coronado Trail Scenic
Byway) in a shady dell. It is composed mostly of western
deciduous oak trees mixed in with a few Cedars and wild apple
trees. Cherry Lodge Picnic Area, located across from the
campground, was the site of a lodge, which later became a store.
It was the focal point for the community until it burned down in
the early 1970s.
NOTE: Slide-in truck campers can be accommodated.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: Yes
Seasonal Comment:
Services provided April 1 through November 30
NOTE: Check with Ranger District Office for availability of
potable water.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: No charge
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 12
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 0
Total Sites: 12
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 12
No. Grilles on Sites: 12
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Spur Cross Trail #8 (horse & foot) - 8 miles
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Grayling
VISIT DATE: 05/18/1998
UPDATE DATE: 2/19/2024
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Springerville
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Eagar
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
There are three routes available for access to the Apache Trout
campground. Number 1 is paved all the way but steep without turnouts.
Number 2 is fairly level and paved. Number 3 is from Alpine, AZ.
1. From Eagar, AZ, take State Rt. 260 west 2.2 miles to the Big Lake
sign (State Rt. 261). Turn left onto Rt. 261 and go 18.1 miles to the
Big Lake sign (State Rt. 273). Turn left onto Rt. 273 and go 2.5 miles
to another Big Lake Campground sign (Forest Rt. 8115). Turn right and
go 1.6 miles to campground on left.
2. From Eagar, AZ, take State Rt. 260 west 18 miles to Big Lake sign
(State Rt. 273). Turn left onto Rt. 273 and go 19.4 miles to Big Lake
Campground sign (Forest Rt. 8115). Turn right and go 1.6 miles to
campground on left.
3. In Alpine, AZ, at the intersection of U.S. Highways 191 and 180, take
Hwy 191 north 1.7 miles to a "Big Lake" sign. Turn left after sign, onto
Forest Rt. 249, and go 16.1 miles to another "Big Lake" sign. Turn Left
at sign onto Forest Rt. 8115 and go 1.6 miles to campground on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 9,000 ft.
The campground, a single loop, is one of five located in the Big Lake
Recreation Area. It is heavily wooded with mature Ponderosa, Douglas
Fir and other pine trees. The understory is grass and pine needles.
The sites are secluded some of which overlook Big Lake. Both a fire
ring and grille exist on some of the sites. A store is located at the lake
with limited groceries, regular unleaded gas, bait and boat rentals (power
and row boats). Interpretive programs and guided nature hikes are provided,
usually from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Firewood is available for a fee.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 1 through October 31
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $26 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 22
Total Sites: 22
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 22
No. Grilles on Sites: 22
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 7
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 38'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt. The waste station, available for a fee,
is located near the visitor center.
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 4
No. Threaded: 4
Comments:
There are deep sinks at each bathhouse.
The wheelchair friendly hot showers, available for a fee, are
located in a bathhouse 0.3 miles north of Rainbow campground.
There are no wheelchair friendly toilets in the campground; they are
located in the hot shower bathhouse.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
There are two lakes - Big Lake (640 acres) and Crescent Lake (150
acres). Both permit power boats up to 8hp.
HIKING
Indian Spring Trail (foot and mountain bike) - 7 miles
Big Lake Lookout Trail (foot) - 1.5 miles
Both trails are accessed from the campground.
FISHING
Rainbow, Cutthroat, Brook and Brown trout
There is a fish cleaning station on Big Lake in the store parking
lot.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Horse Springs
VISIT DATE: 05/14/1998
UPDATE DATE: 2/19/2024
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Alpine
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Alpine
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Alpine, AZ, take US Rt. 191 north 1.4 miles to Big Lake sign
(Forest Rt. 249). Turn left at sign onto Rt. 249 and go 5.3
miles to "Y" intersection (Forest Rt. 276). Bear left onto Rt.
276 and go 10.8 miles to campground on the left.
NOTE: Forest Rt. 276 narrows to a single-lane (with turnouts)
gravel road.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,610 ft.
Campground is pack it in, pack it out. It is one of six in the
East Fork Recreation Area and is composed of two loops - Porcupine
and Polecat. The loops are separated by a large picnic area. It
is located along the East Fork of the Black River among Ponderosa
pines on a grass understory. Firewood is available for a fee.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Services provided May 1 through October 31 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 27
Total Sites: 27
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 27
No. Grilles on Sites: 27
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 2
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 16' X 52'
Comments:
The parking aprons are a mix of paved and gravel. There are
waste stations available, for a fee, at Big Lake Recreatio Area
(Forest Service) and Alpine Village RV Park, Alpine, AZ (private).
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 4
No. Threaded: 4
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow, Brown and Native Apache (threatened) trout.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Luna Lake
VISIT DATE: 05/14/1998
UPDATE DATE: 2/19/2024
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Alpine
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Alpine
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Alpine, AZ, at the intersection of U.S. Hwys 180 and 191, take
US Rt. 180 east 3.7 miles to campground sign. Turn left at sign onto
dirt road and go 1.6 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation 8,000 ft.
The elevation 8,000 ft.
Campground, a large single loop, is located near Luna Lake among
Ponderosa pines upon a grassy understory. Although the campground
has a open park-like feel, separation between campsites provides
excellent privacy. Some sites overlook the lake, offering partial
views of the water. All sites are an easy walk from the lake. There
is a small store where boats (motor-electric, rowing and paddle)
can be rented. Bait, snacks and soft drinks can also be purchased at
the store. The campground is convenient for day trips to the Coronado
Trail Scenic Byway (US Rt. 191), Hannagon Meadows, petroglyphs along
the Blue River, Blue Range Primitive Area and Escudilla Wilderness. A
cook's night-out is available at Alpine, AZ. Firewood is available for
a fee.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Services provided May 1 through October 31 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 39
Total Sites: 39
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 39
No. Grilles on Sites: 39
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 21
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 15' X 49'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt and gravel. Some RV pull throughs
can easily accommodate two RVs. There is a waste station
available, for a fee, at Alpine Village RV Park, Alpine, AZ
(private).
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 6
No. Threaded: 5
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Luna Lake is 75 acres. Power boats limited to 8hp. engines.
The lake is used as an irrigation water source and may be low
by mid-summer. The boat ramp is located across the lake from
the campground. A number of camper made "beater" trails
provide access to lake from campground.
HIKING
Luna Lake Loop Trail (foot, mountain bike & horse)
Upper - 8 miles (poorly marked)
Lower - 2.5 miles
FISHING
Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Racoon
VISIT DATE: 05/14/1998
UPDATE DATE: 2/19/2024
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Alpine
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Alpine
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Alpine, AZ, take US Rt. 191 north 1.4 miles to Big Lake sign
(Forest Rt. 249). Turn left at sign onto Rt. 249 and go 5.3
miles to "Y" intersection (Forest Rt. 276). Bear left onto Rt.
276 and go 9.3 miles to campground.
NOTE: Forest Rt. 276 narrows to a single-lane (with turnouts)
gravel road.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,600 ft.
The Campground is one of six in the East Fork Recreation Area.
It stretches alongside the East Fork of the Black River. The
sites are nestled among Ponderosa pines on a grass understory.
It is a good fishing campground.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Services provided May 1 through October 31 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $14 per day, per vehicle
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 10
Total Sites: 10
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 10
No. Grilles on Sites: 10
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 15' X 60'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt. A a waste station is available for
a fee at the Alpine Village RV Park off US Rt. 180 in Alpine, AZ.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow, Brown and Native Apache (threatened) trout.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Rainbow
VISIT DATE: 05/18/1998
UPDATE DATE: 2/19/2024
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Springerville
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Eagar
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
There are three routes available for access to the Apache Trout
campground. Number 1 is paved all the way but steep without turnouts.
Number 2 is fairly level and paved. Number 3 is from Alpine, AZ.
1. From Eagar, AZ, take State Rt. 260 west 2.2 miles to the Big Lake
sign (State Rt. 261). Turn left onto Rt. 261 and go 18.1 miles to the
Big Lake sign (State Rt. 273). Turn left onto Rt. 273 and go 2.5 miles
to another Big Lake Campground sign (Forest Rt. 8115). Turn right and
go 0.7 miles to campground on left.
2. From Eagar, AZ, take State Rt. 260 west 18 miles to Big Lake sign
(State Rt. 273). Turn left onto Rt. 273 and go 19.4 miles to Big Lake
Campground sign (Forest Rt. 8115). Turn right and go 0.7 miles to
campground on left.
3. In Alpine, AZ, at the intersection of U.S. Highways 191 and 180, take
Hwy 191 north 1.7 miles to a "Big Lake" sign. Turn left after sign, onto
Forest Rt. 249, and go 16.1 miles to another "Big Lake" sign. Turn Left
at sign onto Forest Rt. 8115 and go 0.7 miles to campground on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 9,000 ft.
The campground is one of five in the Big Lake Recreation Area. There
are six loops - A through F. It is thinly wooded with Ponderosa, Spruce,
Aspen and other conifers. The understory is grass. It is located just
above Big Lake with a few sites overlooking the lake and large meadow.
Wildlife viewing is plentiful for such animals as elk, deer, antelope and
turkey. Although not every site has a grille, all have at least a fire ring.
A store is located at the lake with limited groceries, regular unleaded gas,
bait and boat rentals (power and row boats). Interpretive programs and
guided nature hikes are provided, usually from Memorial Day through
Labor Day. Firewood is available for a fee.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 1 through October 31
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $26 - single occupancy back-ins
$28 - pull throughs
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 152
Total Sites: 152
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 152
No. Grilles on Sites: 127
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 32
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: 10' X 52'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. The waste station, available for a fee,
is located near the visitor center.
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 16
No. Threaded: 16
Comments:
There are deep sinks at each bathhouse.
The wheelchair friendly hot showers, available for a fee, are located
in a bathhouse 0.3 miles north of the Rainbow campground. There
are no wheelchair friendly toilets in the campground; they are
located in the hot shower bathhouse.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
There are two lakes - Big Lake (640 acres) and Crescent Lake (150
acres). Both permit power boats up to 8hp.
HIKING
Indian Spring Trail (foot and mountain bike) - 7 miles
Big Lake Lookout Trail (foot) - 1.5 miles
Both trails are accessed from the Rainbow campground.
FISHING
Rainbow, Cutthroat, Brook and Brown trout
There is a fish cleaning station on Big Lake in the store parking
lot.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Rolfe C. Hoyer
VISIT DATE: 05/15/1998
UPDATE DATE: 2/19/2024
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Springerville
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Eagar
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Eagar, AZ, take State Rt. 260 west 9.7 miles to Greer sign
(State Rt. 373). Turn left onto Rt. 373 and go 3.2 miles to
campground sign. Turn right into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 8,300 ft.
The campground is one of two campgrounds in the Greer Lakes
Recreation Area and is composed of six loops: Turkey, Bear,
Squirrel, Beaver, Grouse and Wildcat. It is nestled among
Ponderosa pines with needles and grass providing most of the
understory. The campground is dedicated to a Forest Service
employee who was killed in a forest fire in 1967. There is an
amphitheatre where programs are held Saturday evenings, Memorial
Day through Labor Day. There are also guided nature trail walks
during the summer. Firewood, ice and battery charging are
available.
Across from the entrance to the campground is access to the Greer
Lakes, actually three reservoirs: Tunnel, Bunch and River. Some
water sports are available.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 1 through October 31
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $30 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 91
Total Sites: 91
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 91
No. Grilles on Sites: 91
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 58'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel. There are gray water disposal
facilities on each loop.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: Yes
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 14
No. Threaded: 1
Comments:
Hot showers are available for a fee and are wheelchair friendly.
The wheelchair friendly toilets are located in Squirrel and Bear Loops.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
The Greer Lakes account for a total of 350 acres. Power boats
are limited to electric motors only. The lakes are a source for
irrigation and may be low during mid-summer.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow, Cutthroat, Brook and Brown trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Winn
VISIT DATE: 05/18/1998
UPDATE DATE: 2/19/24
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Springerville
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Eagar
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Eagar, AZ take State Rt. 260 west for 18 miles to the Big
Lake sign (State Rt. 273). Turn left onto Rt. 273 and go 10.7
miles to campground sign (Forest Rt. 554). Turn left onto Rt.
554 and go 1.2 miles to the campground.
NOTE: State Rt. 273 is intermittently dirt and paved. Forest Rt.
554 is dirt.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 9,300 ft.
The campground is located in the Lee Valley Recreation Area. There are
two loops - Deer and Bobcat. It is wooded with Ponderosa, Spruce,
Douglas Fir and Aspen. The understory is grass and pine needles.
Privacy between campsites is fair to good. Wildlife viewing of deer,
elk and turkey is a regular event. The campground is convenient to
the Mt. Baldy Wilderness and is about 1.5 miles from the Lee Valley
Reservoir. Firewood is available for a fee.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 1 through October 31
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 61
Total Sites: 62
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 62
No. Grilles on Sites: 62
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 46
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 43.5'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt. There is a waste station, available
for a fee, at the Rolfe C. Hoyer campground (National Forest),
about 9 miles east on State Rt. 260, then right onto State
Rt. 373 for about 3 miles.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 8
No. Threaded: 4
Comments: Wheelchair friendly showers are available
for a fee at Hoyer campground.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
The Lee Valley Reservoir is about 25 acres. Only electric motors
permitted.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Brook, Grayling and Apache (threatened) trout; fly and lure
fishing only.
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