About Apache Trout Campground
Number of accommodations: 48
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
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Showers
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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
Christy G
VerifiedJune 3, 2020 • Stayed at: 33, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
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
VerifiedJune 2, 2020 • Stayed at: 24 & 25, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
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
VerifiedJune 1, 2020 • Stayed at: 57 & 58, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
Great place to visit
ERVIN K
VerifiedJanuary 20, 2020 • Stayed at: 85, Loop: Oak Loop (Sites 64-86)
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
VerifiedJanuary 19, 2020 • Stayed at: 26 & 27, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
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
VerifiedJanuary 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 30, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
One of the best camping trips ever! I definitely will be back this year.
george D
VerifiedJanuary 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 65 & 66, Loop: Oak Loop (Sites 64-86)
This is the very best campground in all of the Big Lake area. Staff is outstanding. Campsites are kept very clean.
Christian B
VerifiedJanuary 17, 2020 • Stayed at: 86, Loop: Oak Loop (Sites 64-86)
Camp host was excellent as were the accommodations!
Charlie H
VerifiedJanuary 16, 2020 • Stayed at: 55, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
The camping spaces are well kept and very spacious. Close enough to the lake for its use. Area is very beautiful.
Carla M
VerifiedJanuary 16, 2020 • Stayed at: 54, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)
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
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
