Lakeside
Current operating status could not be confirmed from official sources. The USFS recreation page for this campground redirects to a general listing, and the facility does not appear on Recreation.gov's current Apache-Sitgreaves campground inventory. Contact the Lakeside Ranger District at (928) 368-2100 for current availability.
Wind Advisory issued October 9 at 12:58PM MST until October 11 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Flagstaff AZ
* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...All of central and northern Arizona, including Apache, Navajo, Coconino, Yavapai and northern Gila counties. * WHEN...From 8 AM MST /9 AM MDT/ to 8 PM MST /9 PM MDT/ Sunday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could snap resulting in a few power outages. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A strong upper-level trough along with the remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel will create a synoptic pattern supportive of strong gusts across northern Arizona, especially along the higher terrain.
No Fire Restrictions
There are currently no fire restrictions within the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests.
14 Day Camping Limit Order
Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests visitors are limited to no more than 14 consecutive days within any 30 day period.
About
Lakeside Campground sits near the dam at Rainbow Lake in the Pinetop-Lakeside area of the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests. Established as one of the oldest National Forest campgrounds in Arizona, the site offers a scenic setting among Ponderosa pines at approximately 6,000 feet elevation, the lowest in the White Mountains. The campground provides basic camping facilities for tents, trailers, and motorhomes up to 32 feet. Its location near Rainbow Lake offers convenient access for fishing and water recreation. Much of the land surrounding Rainbow Lake is privately owned, with the campground occupying a small parcel of public land near the dam. Due to its relatively low elevation compared to other White Mountains campgrounds, the area experiences milder conditions, though winters can still be cold. The Lakeside Ranger District manages recreation in this area.
Directions
The campground is located near the dam at Rainbow Lake in Pinetop-Lakeside. Rainbow Lake is within the town limits of Pinetop-Lakeside, Arizona.
Amenities
| Water | — |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | — |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | — |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $12 - $14 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 32ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 32ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (928) 368-2100 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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