Ashurst Lake
Open for camping. Stage 1 fire restrictions are in effect. Season runs early May to mid-October. 14 sites are reservable via Recreation.gov; 11 sites are first-come-first-served. Check-in 2 p.m., check-out 11 a.m.
Upcoming closures for Red Rock trailheads and day use sites
The following Sedona-area trailheads and day use sites on the Red Rock Ranger District will temporarily close for scheduled maintenance:Bell Rock Vista Trailhead — Monday, June 15, 7 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.Encinoso Picnic Area — Monday, July 13, 7 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.Courthouse Vista — Monday, Aug.…
Papa Fire information
Firefighters are responding to the Papa Fire, located 13 miles east of Flagstaff.
STAGE 1 FIRE RESTRICTIONS IN EFFECT
Stage 1 fire restrictions for the Coconino National Forest are in effect as of 8 a.m. May 21, 2026.For more information about what fire restrictions entail on the Coconino National Forest, please visit the "Restrictions" page of our website.
Flagstaff-area camping and campfire restrictions in effect year-round
Year-round camping and campfire restrictions are in effect for National Forest lands surrounding Flagstaff.
Kachina Village and Pumphouse Wash Camping and Campfire Restrictions
Year-round camping and campfire restrictions are in effect for the Kachina Village and Pumphouse Wash area south of Flagstaff, between State Route 89A and Interstate 17, except within designated camping areas on Forest Road 237.
Lake Mary Restrictions in Effect
Camping, campfire and use prohibitions are in effect in the Lake Mary area.
C.C. Cragin Reservoir Vehicle and Swimming Prohibitions
Vehicle and swimming restrictions are in effect for the C.C. Cragin (Blue Ridge) Reservoir.
Occupancy and Use Prohibition: San Francisco Peaks Alpine Tundra and Inner Basin Restrictions
Use restrictions are in effect for the San Francisco Peaks Inner Basin area.
14-Day Camping Limit in a Consecutive 30-Day Period
Coconino National Forest visitors are limited to a 14-day limit in any consecutive 30-day period.
West Sedona Camping and Campfire Restrictions
Year-round camping and campfire restrictions are in effect for the area west of Sedona except within designated camping areas.
Verde Wild and Scenic River Special Restrictions
Restrictions regarding fire, occupancy, use and waste are in effect in the Verde Wild and Scenic River area.
Fossil Creek Wild and Scenic River (Non-Permit Season)(October 2 - March 31)
Camping, campfire, glass container prohibitions in effect for the non-permit Fossil Creek season.
Fossil Creek Wild and Scenic River (Permit Season)(April 1 - October 1)
Camping, campfire, glass container prohibitions in effect for the non-permit Fossil Creek season.
Sedona/ Oak Creek Canyon Camping and Campfire Restrictions
Year-round camping and campfire restrictions are in place for the Sedona and Oak Creek Canyon areas.
Oak Creek Glass Container Prohibition
Glass containers are prohibited within 300 feet of Oak Creek except within a developed campground or picnic area.
About
Ashurst Lake Campground occupies a scenic position along the shore of Ashurst Lake in Coconino National Forest, roughly 20 miles southeast of Flagstaff at 7,132 feet elevation. The 25 campsites are scattered through a picturesque stand of gnarly old juniper trees and pinyon pines, offering a classic high-desert forest camping experience with lake access. The lake supports fishing and board sailing, with motorized boats limited to a single electric motor or gasoline engine of 10 horsepower or less. Birdwatching peaks during spring waterfowl migration when white-faced ibises, cinnamon teal, pintails, bald eagles, osprey, hawks, and songbirds frequent the area. The San Francisco Peaks provide a dramatic volcanic backdrop on the horizon. Graveled roads surrounding the lake offer easy access for passenger vehicles and bicycles, while rustic two-track roads invite mountain biking and hiking into the surrounding mixed juniper-ponderosa forest for wildlife viewing.
Directions
From Flagstaff, drive south 19 miles on Lake Mary Road, then east approximately 4 miles on Forest Road 82E.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $27 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 28ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 35ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (928) 774-9671 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov | |
| USFS Ashurst Lake Campground |
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