Schoolhouse Campground
Currently closed due to low lake levels at Roosevelt Lake. When open, the campground operates year-round. Odd-numbered sites are reservable November 1 through April 30 via Recreation.gov; even-numbered sites remain first-come, first-served.
Pinal City Riparian Area Off Road Prohibition
Temporary Pinal City riparian area closured on the Globe Ranger District.
Mesquite Campground Post Fire Recovery Closure for Public Health & Safety
Mesquite Campground closed due to post fire recovery.
Roosevelt Lake, Cottonwood Cove Area Closure for Public Health and Safety
Cottonwood Cove in Roosevelt Lake closed. Picnic site still open.
Stage 1 Fire Restrictions and Emergency Recreational Shooting Order
Stage 1 Fires Restrictions and Emergency Recreational Shooting Order effective May 15, 2026 at 8 a.m.
Vehicle Restrictions in Fossil Creek Wild & Scenic River Permit Area
Motor vehicles are prohibited in the Fossil Creek Wild and Scenic River area.
Upper & Lower Tonto Creek Campgrounds and Horton Creek Trailhead Parking Area Temp. Closure Order
Due to the construction of a new Tonto Creek bridge Upper and Lower Creek Campgrounds are closed until construction is completed. Additionally, Horton Creek Trailhead parking area is closed until construction is completed. An alternate route to Horton Creek Trail will be available from Derrick…
Pinto Valley Mine Blasting Area Closure - Extension for Public Health & Safety
Due to blasting in the Pinto Valley Mine area on the Globe Ranger District areas near the mine are closed for public safety.
Box Bar Seasonal Eagle Closure
December 1, 2024, at 12 p.m. and will remain in effect seasonally each year from December 1 through June 30, until June 30, 2026, at 12 p.m.
Target Type Restrictions Order
Recreational target shooting targets specifically manufactured for the purpose of target shooting are the only approved target types. (i.e. paper / cardboard silhouette, clay pigeons, steel targets, self-healing targets, etc.)All other materials not manufactured for the purpose to recreational…
Fossil Creek Non-Permit Seasonal Camping, Fire and Glass Prohibition (October 2- March 31)
Details below.
Fossil Creek Prohibitions and FR 708 Closure During Permit Season (April 1–October 1)
Please refer to the Coconino National Forest website for information regarding the closure of Forest Road (FR) 708, parking restrictions, and prohibitions on glass containers, camping, and campfires at the Fossil Creek Wild & Scenic River during permit season from April 1-October 1. The four-mile…
About
Schoolhouse Campground is located 11 miles south of historic Roosevelt Dam on the eastern shores of Roosevelt Lake within Tonto National Forest. At 2,100 feet elevation, the campground offers spacious sites surrounded by mesquite trees with views of the surrounding mountains and Sonoran Desert landscape. Roosevelt Lake is Arizona's largest reservoir, providing excellent opportunities for bass and catfish fishing, motorized and non-motorized boating, kayaking, and canoeing. The campground features 40 sites in the Mesquite Loop, with most offering pull-through parking suitable for RVs and trailers up to 32 feet. Each individual site accommodates up to 10 people and 3 vehicles, while double sites hold 20 people and 6 vehicles. Amenities include shade ramadas, picnic tables, and fire rings with grills. ADA-accessible sites with paved parking and stand-up grills are available. Vault toilets are provided, but no potable water is available. Nearby attractions include the Apache Trail and Spines to Pines scenic byways, Tonto National Monument, and the Arizona Trail. Summer temperatures regularly exceed 100°F, making RV air conditioning less effective during June through August.
Directions
From Mesa: Take Highway 87 (Beeline Highway) north approximately 60 miles to the junction with Highway 88. Continue on Highway 88 south for 8 miles to Forest Road 447/Schoolhouse Recreation Site. Turn left and continue 4 miles to the campground. From Globe: Take Highway 188 north for 20 miles to Forest Road 447, turn right and continue 4 miles to the site.
Location
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $20 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 50ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 32ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (602) 225-5395 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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