Kaibab Lake
Open May 1 through September 16, 2026, weather permitting. Some sites are reservable via Recreation.gov; others are first-come, first-served and must be booked in person. Maximum stay is 14 days.
Prescribed fires planned on Williams Ranger District this week
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…
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…
Temporary closure of AZ Trail near Jacob Lake
Starting October 7, 2026, the Arizona National Scenic Trail between Forest Roads 258 and 249 near Jacob Lake will be temporarily closed for public safety due to prescribed fire operations. Watch for on-the-ground temporary re-routes. The closure is in effect through October 21, 2026 but could be…
About
Kaibab Lake Campground occupies a scenic location in Kaibab National Forest at 6,800 feet elevation, where ponderosa pines and grasslands surround a popular fishing lake. The campground serves as a convenient base for exploring Grand Canyon National Park's South Rim, located about 60 miles north, as well as the historic towns of Williams and Flagstaff. The facility offers individual, double, and group campsites equipped with picnic tables and campfire rings. Vault toilets, potable water, and trash service are provided, though water supply is limited and RV tanks cannot be filled on-site. There are no hookups or dump station. Sites accommodate tents, trailers, and motorhomes up to 40 feet. Recreation centers on the lake, which features an accessible fishing pier and small boat ramp. Only electric or gas motors of 10 HP or less are permitted, and swimming is prohibited. A nature trail winds through the facility. Summer temperatures range from 50 degrees at night to 80-90 degrees during the day, with afternoon thunderstorms common in July and August.
Directions
From Williams, Arizona, take I-40 east to exit 165. Turn north onto State Highway 64 toward Grand Canyon and go one mile to the campground entrance on the left.
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 | No |
| Price | $32 - $225 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 42ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 40ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (928) 635-5600 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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