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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
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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

Ismael L

Verified

January 10, 2020 Stayed at: 28, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)

5

Excellent place to go fishing, relaxing and to enjoy a good time with family and friends. We have been going to Apache Trout Campground for the past few years with other nine families. It is a trip that we plan every year and our group of families keeps on growing We are planning on many more trips to Apache Trout in the future.

PATTI A

Verified

January 10, 2020 Stayed at: 69, Loop: Oak Loop (Sites 64-86)

5

Great campground, clean bathrooms and friendly staff! They are the best!

Gary B

Verified

January 9, 2020 Stayed at: 55, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)

5

nice site

Arnette W

Verified

December 31, 2019 Stayed at: 79, Loop: Oak Loop (Sites 64-86)

5

Fabulous

Beni N

Verified

December 19, 2019 Stayed at: 56, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)

5

The campground was very clean and had everything we needed. The camp hosts were especially friendly. If we go back I want to rent a boat to use at Big Lake.

Gary A

Verified

December 18, 2019 Stayed at: 85, Loop: Oak Loop (Sites 64-86)

5

The fishing and hiking are the two things I enjoy most. Just be sure to have rain gear.

Jason B

Verified

December 18, 2019 Stayed at: 54, Loop: Aspen Loop (Sites 1-63)

5

Beautiful campground! Couldn’t have been better ! Thank you!!

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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