About Apache Trout Campground
Number of accommodations: 48
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
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Showers
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene
- Showers
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Reviews (337)
What Guests Are Saying
Apache Trout Campground consistently receives high praise for its cleanliness, friendly and helpful staff, and well-maintained facilities. Many visitors appreciate the beautiful setting in the White Mountains, as well as the variety of activities available nearby, such as fishing and hiking. While some guests noted issues with site privacy and the cleanliness of showers, the overall experience remains positive, with many planning to return frequently.
What Guests Are Saying
Apache Trout Campground consistently receives high praise for its cleanliness, friendly and helpful staff, and well-maintained facilities. Many visitors appreciate the beautiful setting in the White Mountains, as well as the variety of activities available nearby, such as fishing and hiking. While some guests noted issues with site privacy and the cleanliness of showers, the overall experience remains positive, with many planning to return frequently.
Review Summary
Ernie N
VerifiedAugust 25, 2022 • Stayed at: 36, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
The hosts at this campground were excellent and very attentive. When a full hook-up site became available, they always offered for us to move if we wanted. The campground washrooms and showers were very clean. The one thing to be aware of is the cell service there is non-existent. They have a rock at the bottom of the road that you can send a text from, but just basic texts seem to work.
sot S
VerifiedAugust 19, 2022 • Stayed at: 79, Loop: Oak Loop (Sites 64-86)
Great facilities and excellent staff!
Gerald C
VerifiedAugust 15, 2022 • Stayed at: 73 & 74, Loop: Oak Loop (Sites 64-86)
Love this camping area. The hosts are incredible and are very helpful if you need them for anything. Sites are great with tons of recreational activities!!
Craig L
VerifiedAugust 13, 2022 • Stayed at: 77 & 78, Loop: Oak Loop (Sites 64-86)
This campground is clean, well maintained, easy to access and easy to use. The camp hosts are the very best. They are so kind, helpful and fun! We love this campground and come back almost every year.
Bryant N
VerifiedAugust 12, 2022 • Stayed at: 47 & 48, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
Always great and camp hosts are all very nice.
Carl C
VerifiedAugust 12, 2022 • Stayed at: 30, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
Awesome!
Laura L
VerifiedAugust 5, 2022 • Stayed at: 46, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
The people at the check-in at the campground were awesome. They were friendly and always willing to help. They knew just where to send us to get cell service, which is not readily available at the lake. They were also helpful with information about the surrounding area.
Dave H
VerifiedAugust 4, 2022 • Stayed at: 56, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
Very nice CG. Friendly staff. The sites are well spaced and facility very clean.
Raul S
VerifiedAugust 2, 2022 • Stayed at: 54, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
Campground, bathrooms, showers, and camp hosts were great. Always enjoy camping at Big Lake.
lawrence e
VerifiedAugust 1, 2022 • Stayed at: 59, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
Great campground easy to back in most sites. Some sites are full hookup rest are dry camping. Water and dump facilities are just outside the entrance. The campground hosts are a big part of this great experience. Very friendly and accommodating. I highly recommended this campground.
Location Apache Trout Campground
Address:
Apache Sitgreaves National Forest
Springerville, AZ, 85938
United States
From Pinetop, Arizona, take Highway 260 east 25 miles to Highway 273 south. Follow Highway 273 south 19 miles to Forest Road 8115 (Big Lake Entrance). Turn right and travel 3 miles.
Apache Trout Campground is accessible via Highway 260, which is approximately 25 miles to the west, and Highway 273, which is about 19 miles to the south.
Latitude & Longitude: 33.8689 / -109.417
Elevation: 2760 feet
Policies & Rules
General
- Standard Single Family sites: Recreation Use Fee allows ONE camping unit ONLY. Double and Group sites: Refer to Specific Site # for capacity limits.
- FIRST COME FIRST SERVE sites must be booked in person. DO NOT call to determine availability, as they are only available on-site.
- Extra Vehicles: Cannot be paid for in advance - upon arrival coordinate with the host for payment and where to park.
- campers are not considered a "no-show" until 24 hours after arrival date check in time. Our policy is that your site will not be released before that.
- Opening and closing dates are weather permitting, please call 928-537-8888 for more information.
- Bears frequent the area; please obey all food storage rules and regulations. Check with your host for details.
- Click here for more information on the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest
- Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
- This is a high elevation facility: use caution when traveling from lower elevations.
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Last updated: June 3, 2026
