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Apache Trout Campground

Apache Trout Campground entrance from road
Apache Trout Campground showers
Apache Trout Campground entrance
APACHE TROUT CAMPGROUND dump station
Apache Trout Campground campsite

Featured amenities

Showers
Showers

About Apache Trout Campground

Apache Trout Campground is one of five campgrounds at the Big Lake Recreation Area in Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, and is especially popular for group camping. With boating and fishing facilities and a variety of amenities, Apache Trout is a convenient and comfortable place to stay. Plenty of open space, shaded forests and mountain scenery make for a pleasant outdoor experience.

Number of accommodations: 48

Campground Amenities

  • Showers
    Showers
  • Dump Station
    Dump Station

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Currently closed - Opens on May 15

Sites & Availability

48 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 11, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
No Hookups
$38.00
/ per night
🚐 21 & 22, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
No Hookups
$250.00
/ per night
🚐 23, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
No Hookups
$38.00
/ per night
🚐 24 & 25, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
No Hookups
$250.00
/ per night
🚐 26 & 27, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
No Hookups
$250.00
/ per night
🚐 28, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
No Hookups
$38.00
/ per night
🚐 29, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
No Hookups
$38.00
/ per night
🚐 3 & 4, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
No Hookups
$250.00
/ per night
🚐 30, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
No Hookups
$38.00
/ per night
🚐 31 & 32, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
No Hookups
$250.00
/ per night
🚐 33, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
No Hookups
$38.00
/ per night
🚐 34 & 35, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
No Hookups
$250.00
/ per night
🚐 36, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
No Hookups
$38.00
/ per night
🚐 37, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
No Hookups
$38.00
/ per night
🚐 38, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
No Hookups
$38.00
/ per night
🚐 39 & 40, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
No Hookups
$250.00
/ per night
🚐 41 & 42, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
No Hookups
$250.00
/ per night
🚐 43, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
No Hookups
$38.00
/ per night
🚐 44 & 45, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
No Hookups
$250.00
/ per night
🚐 46, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$58.00
/ per night
🚐 47 & 48, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$105.00
/ per night
🚐 49 & 50, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$105.00
/ per night
🚐 5, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
No Hookups
$38.00
/ per night
🚐 51, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$58.00
/ per night
🚐 52 & 53, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$105.00
/ per night
🚐 54, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$58.00
/ per night
🚐 55, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$58.00
/ per night
🚐 56, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$58.00
/ per night
🚐 57 & 58, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$105.00
/ per night
🚐 59, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$58.00
/ per night
🚐 6 & 7, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
No Hookups
$250.00
/ per night
🚐 65 & 66, Loop: Oak Loop (Sites 64-86)
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$105.00
/ per night
🚐 68, Loop: Oak Loop (Sites 64-86)
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$58.00
/ per night
🚐 69, Loop: Oak Loop (Sites 64-86)
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$58.00
/ per night
🚐 70 & 71, Loop: Oak Loop (Sites 64-86)
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$105.00
/ per night
🚐 72, Loop: Oak Loop (Sites 64-86)
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$58.00
/ per night
🚐 73 & 74, Loop: Oak Loop (Sites 64-86)
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$105.00
/ per night
🚐 75, Loop: Oak Loop (Sites 64-86)
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$58.00
/ per night
🚐 76, Loop: Oak Loop (Sites 64-86)
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$58.00
/ per night
🚐 77 & 78, Loop: Oak Loop (Sites 64-86)
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$105.00
/ per night
🚐 79, Loop: Oak Loop (Sites 64-86)
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$58.00
/ per night
🚐 8, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
No Hookups
$38.00
/ per night
🚐 81 & 82, Loop: Oak Loop (Sites 64-86)
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$105.00
/ per night
🚐 83, Loop: Oak Loop (Sites 64-86)
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$58.00
/ per night
🚐 84, Loop: Oak Loop (Sites 64-86)
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$58.00
/ per night
🚐 85, Loop: Oak Loop (Sites 64-86)
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$58.00
/ per night
🚐 86, Loop: Oak Loop (Sites 64-86)
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$58.00
/ per night
🚐 9 & 10, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
No Hookups
$250.00
/ per night

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.

Review Summary

4.7
337 reviews
5
76.6%
258
4
17.8%
60
3
3.0%
10
2
1.2%
4
1
1.5%
5

Christy G

Verified

June 3, 2020 Stayed at: 33, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)

3

The campground is well maintained and we enjoyed how spread out the sites were. Some sites had a little shade, but ours didn’t. (Site 33). Unfortunately due to a fire ban we couldn’t have a campfire, nor a charcoal grill.

Robert B

Verified

June 2, 2020 Stayed at: 24 & 25, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)

3

Always one of our favorite campgrounds. Disappointed only because campground facilities were not open due to Covid. We'll be back next year. What is the soonest date that we can reserve a stop for next year. We would like a full hook-up spot but they are usually taken early.

John R

Verified

June 1, 2020 Stayed at: 57 & 58, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)

5

Great place to visit

ERVIN K

Verified

January 20, 2020 Stayed at: 85, Loop: Oak Loop (Sites 64-86)

5

Camp hosts were outstanding! Very helpful, courteous and knowledgable about the surrounding area.the camp ground was maintained to a high standard for cleanliness and appearance. fishing was very convenient to camp ground

Jeff M

Verified

January 19, 2020 Stayed at: 26 & 27, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)

5

Coming to the camp ground in September was really nice the weather was cooler and it had more open camping not as crowded as it mid summer for me a better time to go but you need a coat

Frank C

Verified

January 17, 2020 Stayed at: 30, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)

5

One of the best camping trips ever! I definitely will be back this year.

george D

Verified

January 17, 2020 Stayed at: 65 & 66, Loop: Oak Loop (Sites 64-86)

5

This is the very best campground in all of the Big Lake area. Staff is outstanding. Campsites are kept very clean.

Christian B

Verified

January 17, 2020 Stayed at: 86, Loop: Oak Loop (Sites 64-86)

5

Camp host was excellent as were the accommodations!

Charlie H

Verified

January 16, 2020 Stayed at: 55, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)

5

The camping spaces are well kept and very spacious. Close enough to the lake for its use. Area is very beautiful.

Carla M

Verified

January 16, 2020 Stayed at: 54, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)

5

Great campground with plenty of space between sites. Nice shade cover and restrooms/showers are clean. Only negative is no cell service anywhere with AT&T. We did have service with our Dish receiver if you are wanting to watch tv.

Location Apache Trout Campground

Address:
Apache Sitgreaves National Forest
Springerville, AZ, 85938
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 33.8689 / -109.417

Elevation: 2760 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

Standard Single Family sites: Recreation Use Fee allows ONE camping unit ONLY. Double and Group sites: Refer to Specific Site # for capacity limits.

General

FIRST COME FIRST SERVE sites must be booked in person. DO NOT call to determine availability, as they are only available on-site.

General

Extra Vehicles: Cannot be paid for in advance - upon arrival coordinate with the host for payment and where to park.

General

Late Arrivals: 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.

General

Opening and closing dates are weather permitting, please call 928-537-8888 for more information.

General

Bears frequent the area; please obey all food storage rules and regulations. Check with your host for details.

General

Click here for more information on the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest

General

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.

General

This is a high elevation facility: use caution when traveling from lower elevations.

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