Campground List
CAMPGROUND NAME: Alpine Divide
VISIT DATE: 05/14/1998
UPDATE DATE: 3/1/2007
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Alpine
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Alpine
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Alpine, AZ, take State Rt. 191 north 3.5 miles to campground
sign. Turn right into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 8,500 ft.
Campground is adjacent to the Coronado Trail Scenic Byway (US Rt.
191). It is a good location for day trips to the Blue Range
Primitive Area, viewing petroglyphs along the Blue River and
Escudilla Wilderness. The campground stretches out along a
meadow with sites nestled under mature Ponderosa pines upon a
grassy understory. Firewood is available for a fee.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: Yes
Seasonal Comment:
Open mid-May through mid-September.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $10 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 11
Total Sites: 11
Tent Pads: No
Group Tent Sites: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 11
No. Grilles on Sites: 11
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
Group RV Sites: No
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 13.5' X 44'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt. There is a waste station located at
the Alpine Village RV Park on US Rt. 180 in Alpine, AZ - $5 fee
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 2
No. Threaded: 2
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Benny Creek
VISIT DATE: 05/16/1998
UPDATE DATE: 3/27/2007
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Springerville
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Eagar
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Eagar, AZ, take State Rt. 260 west 9.7 miles to Greer sign
(State Rt. 373). Turn left onto Rt. 373 and go 2.8 miles to
campground sign. Turn left at sign and go 0.5 miles to
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 8,250 ft.
The campground is one of two campgrounds in the Greer Lake
Recreation Area. It is located in a grove of Ponderosa pines.
The Bunch Reservoir of the Greer Lakes can be viewed from the
campground. The Greer Lakes are nearby and are comprised of
three reservoirs - Bunch, River and Tunnel.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May through September.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $10 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 2
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 24
Total Sites: 26
Tent Pads: No
Group Tent Sites: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 26
No. Grilles on Sites: 14
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
Group RV Sites: Yes
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: 25' X 38'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt. There is a waste station at the
Rolfe C. Hoyer campground, 0.9 miles further from the campground
on State Rt. 373. There is potable water and the fee is $2.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
Water is provided by a "water buffalo" located at the entrance to
the campground.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
The Greer Lakes account for a total of 350 acres. Power boats
are limited to electric motors only. The lakes are a source for
irrigation and may be low during mid-summer.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow, Cutthroat, Brook and Brown Trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Blackjack
VISIT DATE: 05/08/1998
UPDATE DATE: 2/17/2008
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Clifton
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Clifton
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Clifton, AZ, take US Rt. 191 south 7.9 miles to "Three
Corners" and the intersection of US Rt. 191 and State Rt. 78.
Turn left onto Rt. 78 and go 14.5 miles to campground on the
right.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,340 ft.
Campground is very rustic and located adjacent to State Rt. 191
in a grove of Ponderosa and Juniper pines. The sites are loosely
designated and have the feel of being dispersed. It is
convenient to the Maverick ATV Trail.
NOTE: Campground is popular for family reunions. Check with
Clifton District Ranger's Office to ensure availability of
campsites.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: No
Open All Year: Yes
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: No charge
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 9
Total Sites: 10
Tent Pads: No
Group Tent Sites: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 10
No. Grilles on Sites: 10
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
Group RV Sites: Yes
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 20' X 40'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt and rock. Interior road is eroded
and irregular - not RV friendly. Waste water can be disposed of
in the vault.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 0
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Brookchar
VISIT DATE: 05/18/1998
UPDATE DATE: 3/27/2007
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Springerville
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Eagar
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
There are two routes available for access to the Rainbow
campground. Number 1 is paved all the way but about six
contiguous miles of State Rt. 261 are steep without turnouts.
Number 2 is fairly level and paved most of the way, except State
Rt. 273 is intermittently dirt and paved.
1. From Eagar, AZ, take State Rt. 260 west 2.2 miles to the Big
Lake sign (State Rt. 261). Turn left onto Rt. 261 and go 18.1
miles to the Big Lake sign (State Rt. 273). Turn left onto Rt.
273 and go 2.5 miles to another Big Lake Campgrounds sign (Forest
Service). Turn right and go 1.8 miles to campground on left.
2. From Eagar, AZ, take State Rt. 260 west 18 miles to Big Lake
sign (State Rt. 273). Turn left onto Rt. 273 and go 19.4 miles
to Big Lake Campgrounds sign (Forest Service). Turn right and go
1.8 miles to campground on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 9,100 ft.
Campground is one of four in the Big Lake Recreation Area. It is
located above Big Lake on the east shore in a mixed forest of
pine trees with a grassy understory. The sites are well
separated with some overlooking the lake while others overlook a
large meadow. There are interpretive programs and guided nature
walks, usually provided from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Wildlife viewing of elk, deer, antelope and turkey is an
attraction of the campground and area. There is a store on the
lake with limited groceries, regular unleaded gas, bait and boat
rentals (power - 4 and 6hp and row boats). Firewood is
available.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 15 through September 30.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $10 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 13
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 0
Total Sites: 13
Tent Pads: No
Group Tent Sites: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 13
No. Grilles on Sites: 13
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
Group RV Sites: No
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: 0
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 2
No. Threaded: 2
Comments:
There are deep sinks at the bathhouse.
The hot showers are located in a bathhouse 0.3 miles north of the
Rainbow campground. The showers are wheelchair friendly. There
are no wheelchair friendly toilets in the campground; they are
located in the hot shower bathhouse.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
There are two lakes - Big Lake (640 acres) and Crescent Lake (150
acres). Both permit power boats up to 8hp.
HIKING
Indian Spring Trail (foot and mountain bike) - 7 miles
Big Lake Lookout Trail (foot) - 1.5 miles
Both trails are accessed from the Rainbow campground.
FISHING
Rainbow, Cutthroat, Brook and Brown Trout
There is a fish cleaning station on Big Lake in the store parking
lot.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Buffalo Crossing
VISIT DATE: 05/14/1998
UPDATE DATE: 3/1/2007
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Alpine
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Alpine
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Alpine, AZ, take US 191 north 1.4 miles to Big Lake sign
(Forest Rt. 249). Turn left at sign onto Rt. 249 and go 5.3
miles to "Y" intersection (Forest Rt. 276). Bear left onto Rt.
276 and go 13.2 miles to stop sign. Turn left at stop sign and
go 0.1 miles to campground sign. Turn left at sign into
campground.
NOTE: Forest Rt. 276 narrows to a single-lane (with turnouts)
gravel road.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,600 ft.
Campground is pack it in, pack it out and one of six in the
East Fork Recreation Area. It is stretched along the East Fork
of the Black River. Some sites are set back under Ponderosa
pines upon a grassy understory. The campground is scenic with
wildlife viewing and excellent fishing. Firewood is available for
a fee.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: Yes
Seasonal Comment:
Open mid-May through mid-September.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $10 per day, per vehicle
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 16
Total Sites: 16
Tent Pads: No
Group Tent Sites: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 16
No. Grilles on Sites: 16
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
Group RV Sites: Yes
No. RV Pull Throughs: 1
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 16' X 60'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt. There is a waste station at the
Alpine Village RV Park off US Rt. 180 in Alpine, AZ - fee $5.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 0
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
Potable water available at the Horse Springs campground - about 2
miles before the Buffalo Springs campground.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow, Brown and Native Apache (threatened) Trout.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Cutthroat
VISIT DATE: 05/18/1998
UPDATE DATE: 3/27/2007
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Springerville
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Eagar
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
There are two routes available for access to the Rainbow
campground. Number 1 is paved all the way but about six
contiguous miles of State Rt. 261 are steep without turnouts.
Number 2 is fairly level and paved most of the way, except State
Rt. 273 is intermittently dirt and paved.
1. From Eagar, AZ, take State Rt. 260 west 2.2 miles to the Big
Lake sign (State Rt. 261). Turn left onto Rt. 261 and go 18.1
miles to the Big Lake sign (State Rt. 273). Turn left onto Rt.
273 and go 2.5 miles to another Big Lake Campgrounds sign (Forest
Service). Turn right and go 2 miles to campground on left.
2. From Eagar, AZ, take State Rt. 260 west 18 miles to Big Lake
sign (State Rt. 273). Turn left onto Rt. 273 and go 19.4 miles
to Big Lake Campgrounds sign (Forest Service). Turn right and go
2 miles to campground on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 9,100 ft.
Campground is one of four in the Big Lake Recreation Area. It is
located above Big Lake on the east shore in a mixed forest of
Aspen and pine trees with a grassy understory. The sites are
well separated with some overlooking the lake while others
overlook a large meadow. There are interpretive programs and
guided nature walks, usually provided from Memorial Day through
Labor Day. Wildlife viewing of elk, deer, antelope and turkey is
an attraction of the campground and area. There is a store on
the lake with limited groceries, regular unleaded gas, bait and
boat rentals (power - 4 and 6hp and row boats). Firewood is
available.
NOTE: There are tent sites just beyond the entrance to the
campground on the left.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 15 through September 30.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $12 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 18
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 0
Total Sites: 18
Tent Pads: No
Group Tent Sites: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 18
No. Grilles on Sites: 18
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
Group RV Sites: No
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: 0
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 7
No. Threaded: 7
Comments:
The hot showers are located in a bathhouse 0.3 miles north of the
Rainbow campground. The showers are wheelchair friendly. There
are no wheelchair friendly toilets in the campground; they are
located in the hot shower bathhouse.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
There are two lakes - Big Lake (640 acres) and Crescent Lake (150
acres). Both permit power boats up to 8hp.
HIKING
Indian Spring Trail (foot and mountain bike) - 7 miles
Big Lake Lookout Trail (foot) - 1.5 miles
Both trails are accessed from the Rainbow campground.
FISHING
Rainbow, Cutthroat, Brook and Brown Trout
There is a fish cleaning station on Big Lake in the store parking
lot.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Diamond Rock
VISIT DATE: 05/14/1998
UPDATE DATE: 3/1/2007
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Alpine
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Alpine
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Alpine, AZ, take US Rt. 191 north 1.4 miles to Big Lake sign
(Forest Rt. 249). Turn left at sign onto Rt. 249 and go 5.3
miles to "Y" intersection (Forest Rt. 276). Bear left onto Rt.
276 and go 6.4 miles to campground.
NOTE: Forest Rt. 276 narrows to a single-lane (with turnouts)
gravel road.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,900 ft.
Campground is one of six in the East Fork Recreation Area and is
pack it in, pack it out. It is near the East Fork of the Black
River and is located among Ponderosa and other mixed pines upon a
grassy understory. Some sites have a log lean-to shelter.
Campground is composed of three clusters along Forest Rt. 276.
The first cluster (sites 1-6) has water and is located along the
East Fork of the Black River. The remaining clusters have no
water, but is easily accessible from the first cluster. Firewood
is available for a fee.
The campground gets its name from a large boulder shaped like a
diamond. It is located close to campground entrance alongside
Forest Rt. 276.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: Yes
Seasonal Comment:
Open May through October.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $10 per day, per vehicle
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 3
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 9
Total Sites: 12
Tent Pads: No
Group Tent Sites: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 12
No. Grilles on Sites: 12
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
Group RV Sites: No
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 54'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel. The turn-around at end of first
cluster (sites 1-6) is tight and could be difficult for some RVs
to negotiate. There is no RV turn-around for the second cluster
(sites 7 & 8). RV waste stations (with potable water) are available
for a fee at the Forest Service's Big Lake Recreation area and
Alpine Village RV Park off US Rt. 180 in Alpine, AZ.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
Water spigot is located across from site #4 in the first cluster.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - NO
FISHING
Rainbow, Brown and Native Apache (threatened) Trout.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Granville
VISIT DATE: 05/08/1998
UPDATE DATE: 2/17/2008
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Clifton
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Morenci
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Morenci, AZ, take US Rt. 191 (Coronado Trail Scenic Byway)
north 13.1 miles to campground on right.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 6,600 ft.
Campground is adjacent to US Rt. 191 (Coronado Trail Scenic
Byway) in a shady dell. It is composed mostly of western
deciduous oak trees mixed in with a few Cedars and wild apple
trees. Cherry Lodge Picnic Area, located across from the
campground, was the site of a lodge, which later became a store.
It was the focal point for the community until it burned down in
the early 1970s.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 1 through November 30. Water available only through
November 1.
NOTE: Check with Ranger District Office for availability of
potable water.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: No charge
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 9
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 3
Total Sites: 12
Tent Pads: No
Group Tent Sites: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 12
No. Grilles on Sites: 12
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
Group RV Sites: No
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 9' X 40'
Comments:
Parking aprons are dirt and irregular. Campground is not RV
friendly. RV waste may be disposed of in vault.
Forest Service recommends trailers up to 20 ft.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 3
No. Threaded: 2
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Spur Cross Trail #8 (horse & foot) - 8 miles
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Grayling
VISIT DATE: 05/18/1998
UPDATE DATE: 3/27/2007
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Springerville
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Eagar
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
There are two routes available for access to the Rainbow
campground. Number 1 is paved all the way but about six
contiguous miles of State Rt. 261 are steep without turnouts.
Number 2 is fairly level and paved most of the way, except State
Rt. 273 is intermittently dirt and paved.
1. From Eagar, AZ, take State Rt. 260 west 2.2 miles to the Big
Lake sign (State Rt. 261). Turn left onto Rt. 261 and go 18.1
miles to the Big Lake sign (State Rt. 273). Turn left onto Rt.
273 and go 2.5 miles to another Big Lake Campgrounds sign (Forest
Service). Turn right and go 1.6 miles to campground on left.
2. From Eagar, AZ, take State Rt. 260 west 18 miles to Big Lake
sign (State Rt. 273). Turn left onto Rt. 273 and go 19.4 miles
to Big Lake Campgrounds sign (Forest Service). Turn right and go
1.6 miles to campground on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 9,200 ft.
Campground is one of four located in the Big Lake Recreation
Area. It is heavily wooded with mature Ponderosa, Douglas Fir
and other pine trees. The understory is grass and pine needles.
The sites are secluded some of which overlook Big Lake. Both a
fire ring and grille exist on some of the sites. There is a
store on the lake with limited groceries, regular unleaded gas,
bait and boat rentals (power - 4 and 6hp and row boats).
Interpretive programs and guided nature hikes are provided,
usually from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Firewood is
available.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 15 through September 30.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $14 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 22
Total Sites: 22
Tent Pads: No
Group Tent Sites: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 22
No. Grilles on Sites: 22
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
Group RV Sites: No
No. RV Pull Throughs: 6
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: 13' X 42'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt. The waste station is located near
the visitor center.
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 4
No. Threaded: 4
Comments:
There are deep sinks at each bathhouse.
The hot showers are located in a bathhouse 0.3 miles north of the
Rainbow campground. The showers are wheelchair friendly. There
are no wheelchair friendly toilets in the campground; they are
located in the hot shower bathhouse.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
There are two lakes - Big Lake (640 acres) and Crescent Lake (150
acres). Both permit power boats up to 8hp.
HIKING
Indian Spring Trail (foot and mountain bike) - 7 miles
Big Lake Lookout Trail (foot) - 1.5 miles
Both trails are accessed from the Rainbow campground.
FISHING
Rainbow, Cutthroat, Brook and Brown Trout
There is a fish cleaning station on Big Lake in the store parking
lot.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Horse Springs
VISIT DATE: 05/14/1998
UPDATE DATE: 3/1/2007
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Alpine
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Alpine
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Alpine, AZ, take US 191 north 1.4 miles to Big Lake sign
(Forest Rt. 249). Turn left at sign onto Rt. 249 and go 5.3
miles to "Y" intersection (Forest Rt. 276). Bear left onto Rt.
276 and go 10.8 miles to campground on the left.
NOTE: Forest Rt. 276 narrows to a single-lane (with turnouts)
gravel road.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,610 ft.
Campground is pack it in, pack it out. It is one of six in the
East Fork Recreation Area and is composed of two loops: Porcupine
and Polecat. The loops are separated by a large picnic area. It
is located along the East Fork of the Black River among Ponderosa
pines upon a grassy understory. Firewood is available for a fee.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 15 through October 1.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $10 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 27
Total Sites: 27
Tent Pads: No
Group Tent Sites: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 27
No. Grilles on Sites: 27
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
Group RV Sites: No
No. RV Pull Throughs: 2
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 16' X 52'
Comments:
The parking aprons are a mix of paved and gravel. There is a
waste station on US Rt. 180 in Alpine, AZ at the Alpine Village
RV Park - fee $5.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 4
No. Threaded: 4
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow, Brown and Native Apache (threatened) Trout.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Luna Lake
VISIT DATE: 05/14/1998
UPDATE DATE: 3/1/2007
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Alpine
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Alpine
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Alpine, AZ, take US Rt. 180 east 3 miles to campground sign.
Turn left at sign onto dirt road and go 1.6 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation 8,000 ft.
Campground is located near Luna Lake among Ponderosa pines upon a
grassy understory. It is composed of a Main Loop and West Loop;
the West Loop includes two group sites (not included in this survey).
Some sites overlook the lake. There is a small store where boats
(motor-electric, rowing and paddle) can be rented. Bait, snacks and soft
drinks can also be purchased at the store. The campground is convenient
for day trips to the Coronado Trail Scenic Byway (US Rt. 191), Hannagon
Meadows, petroglyphs along the Blue River, Blue Range Primitive
Area and Escudilla Wilderness. Firewood is available for a fee.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open late spring through early fall.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $10 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 51
Total Sites: 51
Tent Pads: No
Group Tent Sites: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 51
No. Grilles on Sites: 51
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
Group RV Sites: Yes
No. RV Pull Throughs: 21
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 18' X 52'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt and gravel. Some RV pull throughs
can easily accommodate two RVs. There is a waste station at the
Alpine Village RV Park located on US Rt. 180 in Alpine, AZ - fee
$5.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 9
No. Threaded: 8
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Luna Lake is 75 acres. Power boats limited to 8hp. engines. The
lake is used as an irrigation water source and may be low by mid-summer.
HIKING
Luna Lake Loop Trail (foot, mountain bike & horse)
Upper - 8 miles (poorly marked)
Lower - 2.5 miles
FISHING
Rainbow Trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Racoon
VISIT DATE: 05/14/1998
UPDATE DATE: 3/1/2007
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Alpine
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Alpine
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Alpine, AZ, take US 191 north 1.4 miles to Big Lake sign
(Forest Rt. 249). Turn left at sign onto Rt. 249 and go 5.3
miles to "Y" intersection (Forest Rt. 276). Bear left onto Rt.
276 and go 9.3 miles to campground.
NOTE: Forest Rt. 276 narrows to a single-lane (with turnouts)
gravel road.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,600 ft.
Campground is one of six in the East Fork Recreation Area. It is
stretched alongside of the East Fork of the Black River. Sites
are nestled among Ponderosa pines upon a grassy understory. It
is a good fishing campground.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May through October.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $10 per day, per vehicle
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 10
Total Sites: 10
Tent Pads: No
Group Tent Sites: Yes
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 10
No. Grilles on Sites: 10
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
Group RV Sites: No
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 15' X 60'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt. There is a waste station at the
Alpine Village RV Park off US Rt. 180 in Alpine, AZ - fee $5.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow, Brown and Native Apache (threatened) Trout.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Rainbow
VISIT DATE: 05/18/1998
UPDATE DATE: 3/27/2007
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Springerville
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Eagar
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
There are two routes available for access to the Rainbow
campground. Number 1 is paved all the way but about six
contiguous miles of State Rt. 261 are steep without turnouts.
Number 2 is fairly level and paved most of the way, except State
Rt. 273 is intermittently dirt and paved.
1. From Eagar, AZ, take State Rt. 260 west 2.2 miles to the Big
Lake sign (State Rt. 261). Turn left onto Rt. 261 and go 18.1
miles to the Big Lake sign (State Rt. 273). Turn left onto Rt.
273 and go 2.5 miles to another Big Lake Campgrounds sign (Forest
Service). Turn right and go 0.7 miles to campground on left.
2. From Eagar, AZ, take State Rt. 260 west 18 miles to Big Lake
sign (State Rt. 273). Turn left onto Rt. 273 and go 19.4 miles
to Big Lake Campgrounds sign (Forest Service). Turn right and go
0.7 miles to campground on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 9,200 ft.
The campground is one of four in the Big Lake Recreation Area.
There are five loops - A through F. It is thinly wooded with
Ponderosa, Spruce, Aspen and other conifers. The understory is
grass. It is located just above Big Lake with two or three sites
overlooking the lake and large meadow. Wildlife viewing is
plentiful for such animals as elk, deer, antelope and turkey.
Although not every site has a grille, all have at least a fire
ring. The fact that not every site has a grille, does not
distract from a well maintained, scenic campground. There is a
store on the lake with limited groceries, regular unleaded gas,
bait and boat rentals (power - 4 and 6hp and row boats).
Interpretive programs and guided nature hikes are provided,
usually from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Firewood is
available.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 15 through September 30.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $14 - single occupancy back-ins
$16 - pull throughs
$28 - quad sites (double occupancy)
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 152
Total Sites: 152
Tent Pads: No
Group Tent Sites: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 152
No. Grilles on Sites: 127
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
Group RV Sites: Yes
No. RV Pull Throughs: 32
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: 10' X 62'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. Some pull throughs are quad sites.
The waste station is located near the visitor center.
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 16
No. Threaded: 16
Comments:
There are deep sinks at each bathhouse.
The hot showers are located in a bathhouse 0.3 miles north of the
Rainbow campground. The showers are wheelchair friendly. There
are no wheelchair friendly toilets in the campground; they are
located in the hot shower bathhouse.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
There are two lakes - Big Lake (640 acres) and Crescent Lake (150
acres). Both permit power boats up to 8hp.
HIKING
Indian Spring Trail (foot and mountain bike) - 7 miles
Big Lake Lookout Trail (foot) - 1.5 miles
Both trails are accessed from the Rainbow campground.
FISHING
Rainbow, Cutthroat, Brook and Brown Trout
There is a fish cleaning station on Big Lake in the store parking
lot.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Rolfe C. Hoyer
VISIT DATE: 05/15/1998
UPDATE DATE: 3/27/2007
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Springerville
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Eagar
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Eagar, AZ, take State Rt. 260 west 9.7 miles to Greer sign
(State Rt. 373). Turn left onto Rt. 373 and go 3.2 miles to
campground sign. Turn right into campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 8,300 ft.
The campground is one of two campgrounds in the Greer Lakes
Recreation Area and is composed of six loops: Turkey, Bear,
Squirrel, Beaver, Grouse and Wildcat. It is nestled among
Ponderosa pines with needles and grass providing most of the
understory. The campground is dedicated to a Forest Service
employee who was killed in a forest fire in 1967. There is an
amphitheatre where programs are held Saturday evenings, Memorial
Day through Labor Day. There are also guided nature trail walks
during the summer. Firewood, ice and battery charging are
available.
Across from the entrance to the campground is access to the Greer
Lakes, actually three reservoirs: Tunnel, Bunch and River. Some
water sports are available.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open mid-May through September.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $16 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 97
Total Sites: 97
Tent Pads: No
Group Tent Sites: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 97
No. Grilles on Sites: 94
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
Group RV Sites: No
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: Yes
Potable Water at Waste Station: Yes
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 58'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. There are gray water disposal
facilities on each loop. RV waste station fee is $3.
FACILITIES
Vaults: No
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: Yes
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 14
No. Threaded: 1
Comments:
Shower building is available for entire campground and includes
wheelchair friendly showers; fee is $3. The wheelchair friendly
toilets are located only in the Squirrel and Bear Loops.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
The Greer Lakes account for a total of 350 acres. Power boats
are limited to electric motors only. The lakes are a source for
irrigation and may be low during mid-summer.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Rainbow, Cutthroat, Brook and Brown Trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: South Fork
VISIT DATE: 05/16/1998
UPDATE DATE: 3/29/2007
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Springerville
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Eagar
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Eagar, AZ, take State Rt. 260 east 4.5 miles to South Fork
sign (County Rt. 4124). Turn left at sign onto Rt. 4124 and go
2.7 miles to campground.
NOTE: Last 0.5 miles of road is narrow, dirt and gravel.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 7,520 ft.
Campground is situated in a dell on both sides of the South Fork
of the Little Colorado River among mature Ponderosa pines and
Juniper. The campground is attractive and rustic with grassy
understory and some underbrush.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: Yes
Seasonal Comment:
Services provided only from May 15 through September 15.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $10 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 10
Total Sites: 11
Tent Pads: No
Group Tent Sites: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 11
No. Grilles on Sites: 11
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
Group RV Sites: Yes
No. RV Pull Throughs: 3
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 18.5' X 37'
Comments:
The parking aprons are irregular and dirt. Turnaround may be tight
for large RVs.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 1
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
South Fork Trail #97 (foot, horse & mountain bike) - 7 miles
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Winn
VISIT DATE: 05/18/1998
UPDATE DATE: 3/27/2007
STATE: Arizona
REGION: Southwestern
RANGER DISTRICT: Springerville
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Eagar
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Eagar, AZ take State Rt. 260 west for 18 miles to the Big
Lake sign (State Rt. 273). Turn left onto Rt. 273 and go 10.7
miles to campground sign (Forest Rt. 554). Turn left onto Rt.
554 and go 1.2 miles to the campground.
NOTE: State Rt. 273 is intermittently dirt and paved. Forest Rt.
554 is dirt.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 9,300 ft.
Campground is located in the Lee Valley Recreation Area. There
are two loops - Deer and Bobcat. It is wooded with Ponderosa,
Spruce, Douglas Fir and Aspen. The understory is grass and pine
needles. Wildlife viewing of deer, elk and turkey is a regular
event. The campground is convenient to the Mt. Baldy Wilderness
and is about 1.5 miles from the Lee Valley Reservoir. Firewood
is available.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open mid-May through October.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $14 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 1
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 61
Total Sites: 62
Tent Pads: No
Group Tent Sites: Yes
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 62
No. Grilles on Sites: 62
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
Group RV Sites: No
No. RV Pull Throughs: 46
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 43.5'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt. There is a waste station at the
Rolfe C. Hoyer campground (National Forest), about 9 miles east
on State Rt. 260, then right onto State Rt. 373 for about 3
miles. The fee is $2 and there is potable water.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots: 8
No. Threaded: 4
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
The Lee Valley Reservoir is about 25 acres. Only electric motors
permitted.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Brook, Grayling and Apache (threatened) Trout; fly and lure
fishing only.
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