Sign for the Ponderosa Trail

Dogtown Lake Campground And Group

Closed

Currently closed for the season. Opens May 15, 2026 with reservations available on Recreation.gov. Operates through October 31, transitioning to first-come, first-served starting September 17.

Kaibab National Forest

Pile burns planned tomorrow on Williams and Tusayan ranger districts

The Williams and Tusayan ranger districts are planning to conduct piles burns located on the districts tomorrow, Thursday, 10/15.Williams RD - Government Prairie, Klostermyer and Walker Hill projects: 1650 AcresTusayan RD - Curley Wallace, Ten X and Halfway: 236 acresIgnitions are expected to be…

Kaibab National Forest

Prescribed fires planned on Williams Ranger District week of Oct 5

Kaibab National Forest fire managers plan to begin ignitions on over 3,200 acres of prescribed fire units on the Williams Ranger District Thursday and Friday, October 8 and 9, producing noticeable smoke in the vicinity of the project areas.An approximately 1,000 acre unit of the Kendrick prescribed…

Kaibab National Forest

Prescribed fires planned in Jacob Lake area week of October 5th

Kaibab National Forest fire managers plan to begin ignitions on prescribed fire units on the North Kaibab Ranger District in the Jacob Lake area this week, which will produce noticeable smoke in and around the Jacob Lake and Fredonia areas and along highways 89A and 67.Areas may close to the public…

About

Dogtown Lake Campground occupies a forested setting on the shore of Dogtown Lake in Arizona's Kaibab National Forest. Named for the prairie dog towns that once dotted the surrounding open areas, the lake sits at 7,050 feet elevation amid ponderosa pines with views of Bill Williams Mountain. The campground provides convenient access to Grand Canyon National Park's South Rim, about an hour north, and the towns of Williams and Flagstaff. The lake is stocked with rainbow trout, crappie, and channel catfish. A guided nature trail circles the lake, and a hiking trail climbs to a scenic overlook atop Davenport Hill. The calm waters accommodate canoes, kayaks, and electric motors of one horsepower or less. Mountain biking opportunities exist throughout the surrounding forest. The campground features 50 individual sites, four double sites, and one group site that can host up to 80 people. Sites are level with both pull-through and back-in options. Amenities include vault toilets, potable water, picnic tables, fire rings, and trash service. No hookups, dump station, or showers are available.

Directions

From Williams, turn south on Fourth Street (County Road 73/Perkinsville Road) and drive about 3.5 miles to Forest Road 140. Turn left on FR 140 and continue approximately 3 miles to Forest Road 132. Turn left onto FR 132 and follow it to Dogtown Lake Campground. FR 140 and FR 132 are gravel roads.

Amenities

Water Yes
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station No
Wifi —
Pets Allowed —
Showers No
Electric Hookups —
Water Hookups —
Sewer Hookups —
Camp Store —
Price $50 - $300

Vehicle

Max RV Length 40ft
Max Trailer Length 30ft
Big Rig Friendly —
Pull Through Sites No

Contact

Phone +1 (928) 635-5600

Cell Service

AT&T Yes
Verizon Yes
T-Mobile Yes

Availability

Photos

Sign for the Ponderosa Trail
Summer Flowers overlook Lake shore
Day use picnic area with grills, tables, and a shade structure
Dogtown lake boat ramp
Small boat launch
Lake side foot paths offer anglers and enthusiast's access to most areas around the lake.
Dogtown amphitheater
Water spout at Dogtown lake
Stunning picnic ramda and stone fire place at large group site

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