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

North Kaibab Ranger District Stage 2 Fire Restrictions effective June 18

Stage 2 fire and smoking restrictions will go into effect for the North Kaibab Ranger District at 6:00 a.m. Thursday, June 18, 2026.The full text of Forest Order # 03-07-03-26-04 is attached.THE FOLLOWING ARE PROHIBITED IN THE NORTH KAIBAB RANGER DISTRICTNO…

Kaibab National Forest

Rock Canyon Fire Temporary Area Closure - North Kaibab Ranger District

A temporary closure is in effect on a portion of the North Kaibab Ranger District due to the Rock Canyon Fire. The closure area is within an area bounded by NFSR 248D beginning at the western forest boundary east to…

Kaibab National Forest

Rock Canyon Fire Information

The Rock Canyon Fire is a lightning-caused fire first detected the afternoon of June 15, 2026, on the Bureau of Land Management's Arizona Strip District, and is currently burning on the BLM's Arizona Strip and the Kaibab National Forest's North Kaibab Ranger District. A Color Country Type 3…

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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