Federal Campgrounds in Arizona

Apache Trout Campground

• Apache Trout Campground sits at an altitude of 9,000 feet in the Big Lake Recreation Area. This campground offers 124 back-in campsites, including group sites and handicapped-accessible campsites. Amenities may or may not be available at designated campsites; available amenities may include full hookups and 50-amp electricity. Pets are welcomed at particular sites. Campers have access to drinking water, restrooms, showers and firewood for a charge. The campground offers amazing views of the lake, with plenty of rolling hills as the backdrop. Campers fish in the Big Lake for trout. Gas stations within 15 miles include Circle K and Short Stop. There is a Safeway grocery store within a mile from the campground, as well as Circle K within 15 miles.

  Apache Trout Campground

  Apache Sitgreaves National Forest

  Big Lake Recreation Area (State Road 273)

  P.O. Box 640

  Springerville, AZ 85938

  recreation.gov

  928-537-8888

Whitetail Campground

• Whitetail Campground is about 5 miles from Summerhaven at an altitude of 8,000 feet. Surrounded by a pine forest, this campground offers tent-only campsites. Recreational vehicles may park in the lot; however, campers may not hook up to the electricity and water. Campers may access the grills, drinking water, fire rings, picnic areas and restrooms. Family pets are allowed on every site but need to be leashed. Dining options within a 10-mile drive include Iron Door Restaurant at Mt. Lemmon Ski Valley, Flying-V Bar & Grill and Ventana Room. Grocery stores within 10 miles include Walmart Supercenter and Safeway.

  Whitetail Campground

  11200 N. Whitetail Road

  Mt. Lemmon, AZ 85619

  520-576-9198

  recreation.gov

Canyon Point

• Canyon Point, near Heber, Arizona, offers a campground surrounded by aspen and pine trees. This campground, at an altitude of 7,500 feet, offers pull-through and back-in campsites with 30-amp electricity. Facilities include showers and restrooms. Guests may fish for trout, hike and bike near Willow Spring Lake. You must make a reservation at least four days prior to arrival. Dining options less than a 10-minute drive away include Sunnyside Restaurant and McDonald’s. Gas stations within 14 miles include Circle K and Mustang.

  Canyon Point

  Apache Sitgreaves National Forest (State Highway 260)

  P.O. Box 640

  Springerville, AZ 85938

  928-537-8888

  928-535-9233

  recreation.gov