Big Lake Multi-Family Campground
Open seasonally, typically late May through September depending on weather conditions. Opening and closing dates vary by year due to snow at 9,100 feet elevation. Reservations available through Recreation.gov; some sites are first-come, first-served and must be booked in person.
Red Flag Warning issued June 29 at 6:45PM MST until June 30 at 7:00PM MST by NWS Flagstaff AZ
...RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM MST /11 AM MDT/ TO 7 PM MST /8 PM MDT/ TUESDAY... * WHAT...Critical Fire Weather conditions will subside this evening as winds speeds decrease. The Red Flag Warning for Monday will expire at 7 PM MST. These conditions redevelop by late Tuesday morning, with Critical Fire Weather conditions developing for much of Tuesday in the same area, Expect southwest winds 15 to 25 mph, with gusts up to 40 mph, along with minimum relative humidity values from 6 to 20 percent. * WHERE...East and southeast of Flagstaff, stretching along the Mogollon Rim and White Mountains, as well as northward into the Little Colorado River Valley. This includes portions of the Apache-Sitgreaves and Coconino National Forests. * WHEN...From 10 AM MST /11 AM MDT/ to 7 PM MST /8 PM MDT/ Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Rapid spread and growth of any new or existing fires. Fires will have the potential to exhibit extreme fire behavior. Elevated potential for new fire starts.
Red Flag Warning issued June 29 at 6:45PM MST until June 29 at 7:00PM MST by NWS Flagstaff AZ
...RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM MST /11 AM MDT/ TO 7 PM MST /8 PM MDT/ TUESDAY... * WHAT...Critical Fire Weather conditions will subside this evening as winds speeds decrease. The Red Flag Warning for Monday will expire at 7 PM MST. These conditions redevelop by late Tuesday morning, with Critical Fire Weather conditions developing for much of Tuesday in the same area, Expect southwest winds 15 to 25 mph, with gusts up to 40 mph, along with minimum relative humidity values from 6 to 20 percent. * WHERE...East and southeast of Flagstaff, stretching along the Mogollon Rim and White Mountains, as well as northward into the Little Colorado River Valley. This includes portions of the Apache-Sitgreaves and Coconino National Forests. * WHEN...From 10 AM MST /11 AM MDT/ to 7 PM MST /8 PM MDT/ Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Rapid spread and growth of any new or existing fires. Fires will have the potential to exhibit extreme fire behavior. Elevated potential for new fire starts.
About
Big Lake Multi-Family Campground occupies a scenic high-elevation setting at 9,100 feet in the White Mountains of eastern Arizona. The surrounding forest of ponderosa pine, Douglas fir, spruce, and aspen provides welcome shade, while open meadows offer mountain views. Summer temperatures stay pleasant and cool, providing respite from lower desert heat. The campground offers 22 double sites, over 20 individual sites, and two group sites accommodating 50 and 100 people respectively. It's the only campground in the Big Lake Recreation Area with full hookup sites, making it especially convenient for RV campers. Facilities include flush toilets, showers, and potable water. Bears frequent the area, so food storage rules are strictly enforced. Big Lake, a 450-acre lake just a short walk from camp, is one of Arizona's top trout fishing destinations. Rainbow, cutthroat, brook, and Apache trout are the primary species. Beyond fishing, the area offers hiking, mountain biking, bird watching, and wildlife viewing opportunities throughout the surrounding forest.
Directions
From Pinetop, Arizona, take Highway 260 east 60 miles to Highway 261 south. Follow Highway 261 south 20 miles to Forest Road 115 and turn south for 1 mile.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | Yes |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $30 - $375 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 82ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (928) 537-8888 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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