Apache Trout Campground
Open for the 2026 season. Some sites are first-come-first-served while others are reservable through Recreation.gov. Opening and closing dates vary by weather conditions. Check-in is 2 PM, check-out is 1 PM.
Flood Watch issued October 29 at 11:16AM MST until November 2 at 5:00AM MST by NWS Flagstaff AZ
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall over saturated soils and waterways that flooded as recently as last week. * WHERE...Coconino County, Navajo County, and Apache County. This includes Navajo Nation. * WHEN...From Saturday evening through late Sunday night. * IMPACTS...Flash flooding will be possible in creeks, normally dry washes, swimming holes, and over recently burned areas. Low-water crossings may be flooded. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Another round of rain and thunderstorms is expected Saturday night through the early morning hours of Monday. An additional 1 to 3 inches of rain will be possible over higher elevations, with up to an inch at lower elevations. This rain will fall on top of already saturated soils, increasing the threat of flooding. - Additional information is available at weather.gov/flagstaff.
No Fire Restrictions
There are currently no fire restrictions within the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests.
14 Day Camping Limit Order
Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests visitors are limited to no more than 14 consecutive days within any 30 day period.
About
Apache Trout Campground sits at 9,100 feet in the White Mountains of eastern Arizona within Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest. The campground features a mix of individual sites, double sites, and large group areas capable of hosting 50 to 100 people. Notably, this is the only campground at Big Lake Recreation Area offering full hookup sites with electric service. The setting is forested with ponderosa pine, Douglas fir, spruce, and aspen interspersed with high-elevation meadows. Some sites are shaded while others get more sun. Summer temperatures are pleasantly cool, making it a popular escape from lower desert heat. Big Lake, a 450-acre reservoir just a short walk from camp, is renowned for rainbow, cutthroat, brook, and Apache trout fishing. The surrounding area offers hiking, mountain biking, bird watching, and wildlife viewing across the 2-million-acre Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest.
Directions
From Pinetop, Arizona, take Highway 260 east 25 miles to Highway 273 south. Follow Highway 273 south 19 miles to Forest Road 8115 (Big Lake Entrance). Turn right and travel 3 miles.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $38 - $105 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 80ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 80ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| camping@rrmofa.com | |
| Phone | +1 (928) 537-8888 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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