About Apache Trout Campground
Number of accommodations: 48
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
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- Dump station on site
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- 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
Cheyenne A
VerifiedJuly 23, 2021 • Stayed at: 37, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
The scenery was very beautiful and the people who ran the camp were so welcoming and attentive! I would definitely like to comeback soon!
Jadie P
VerifiedJuly 22, 2021 • Stayed at: 23, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
Love this camp ground!!!
Thomas V
VerifiedJuly 21, 2021 • Stayed at: 86, Loop: Oak Loop (Sites 64-86)
Beautiful campground. Well kept
Dennis D
VerifiedJuly 21, 2021 • Stayed at: 49 & 50, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
All the camp host's went out of their way to make us feel welcome. Several times they came by our site to make sure all was good. As always a great time. Fishing was outstanding. Took several drives and viewed a number of animals. Rained almost every day that kept things cooler.
We always look forward to our yearly family trips to Apache Trout and Big Lake AZ.
Jerry C
VerifiedJuly 19, 2021 • Stayed at: 84, Loop: Oak Loop (Sites 64-86)
my only negative was the sewer was so far behind the trailer I had to use 3 hoses to reach it. Site # 84. other than that everything was good.
david d
VerifiedJuly 19, 2021 • Stayed at: 57 & 58, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
Wish we could have had a campfire but we totally understand why we couldn’t.
John T
VerifiedJuly 8, 2021 • Stayed at: 54, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
Pristine camp ground. Friendly and helpful camp hosts. The cell coverage was not that great. It's a great lake and campground for the avid fishing folks.
Gerald W
VerifiedJuly 7, 2021 • Stayed at: 46, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
Our stay was shortened to a single night!
Never got out of campsite due to fires
james k
VerifiedJuly 5, 2021 • Stayed at: 76, Loop: Oak Loop (Sites 64-86)
Visit canceled due to fire restrictions
Lou P
VerifiedJuly 2, 2021 • Stayed at: 65 & 66, Loop: Oak Loop (Sites 64-86)
We come back year after year. The past 3 years we moved up from tent camping to camping in a trailer.
Never did we say, we didn’t enjoy our time no matter which style of camping it was.
Looking forward to the next time we can get back to Big Lake and Apache Trout campgrounds!
Thank you Lou & Kim Pernatozzi.
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 4, 2026
