Apache Trout Campground
Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest
Write a Review Big Lake Rd. Eagar, AZ 85925 928-537-8888 928-333-6200 Reservations: 877-444-6777 Official WebsiteGPS: 33.8689, -109.4166
Overview of Apache Trout Campground
Black bears frequent the area. When not in immediate use, all food, beverages, coolers, cooking utensils, pet food, or other attractants must be kept in a closed, hard-sided vehicle or secured in a bear-proof storage container.
Last Price Paid: $86
Reported by Debra on 6/30/2023
Longest RV Reported: 33 feet (Travel Trailer)
Reported by cowboycoffee1984 on 5/17/2021
Number of Sites 63
Pad Type gravel
Reservations yes
Open Seasonally Mid-May - Sept.
Elevation 9,055 ft / 2,759 m
Max Stay 14
Max Length 80 ft
Tent Camping Yes
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camper-651721 asked on 4/6/2023
How were the roads approaching the campground, considering the elevation?
Reviews of Apache Trout Campground 8 people have reviewed this location.
“All gravel - dirty and dusty”
Reviewed 6/30/2023
Nightly rate: | $86 |
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Days stayed: | 4 |
Site Number: | 57 - 58 |
I'll start by saying that this cg is in a beautiful location and the staff are all friendly and helpful. Site 57/58 is a double, considered a group site. This is the absolute worst site in the campground. they have the metal fire ring right in the middle of one of the sites so that you have to back in at an extreme angle leaving th... more
I'll start by saying that this cg is in a beautiful location and the staff are all friendly and helpful. Site 57/58 is a double, considered a group site. This is the absolute worst site in the campground. they have the metal fire ring right in the middle of one of the sites so that you have to back in at an extreme angle leaving the door side of the trail right on the road. All the the dust and dirt from many cars and atvs leaves you in a big dusty dirt cloud. We were in a 20' trailer and left 58 open for our friends since they have a bigger trailer. Site 58 isn't bad bug when you are paying $86.00/night you should have a site that you can just back into not have to keep moving around trying to fit. The only size that may fit in that spot would be about 14'. Shame on them for renting this as a double. Again, DO NOT BOOK SITE 57/58 if you are going with two trailers/rvs.
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“Full Hookup Off Grid”
Reviewed 5/17/2021
Nightly rate: | $42 |
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Days stayed: | 3 |
Site Number: | 73-74 |
RV Length: | 33' (Travel Trailer) |
Great place to stay where the radio, tv and phone has zero reception. Turn off the devices and enjoy the scenery. Did not fish but saw plenty of people landing trout from the banks of the lake.
Camp spots are not flat side to side or back to front, but once level the full hookups work perfectly.
cowboycoffee1984 would stay here again
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“High Elevation Camping”
Reviewed 9/4/2020
Nightly rate: | $27 |
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Days stayed: | 2 |
We camped here in July 2020. There is absolutely no cell service in the campground. We met family there. I would probably boondock in the surrounding forest and save the money in the future. There is ample space between sites. Located at 9,100 foot elevation.
gurroz would stay here again
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“High Elevation Camping”
Reviewed 9/4/2020
Nightly rate: | $27 |
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Days stayed: | 2 |
We camped here in July 2020. There is absolutely no cell service in the campground. We met family there. I would probably boondock in the surrounding forest and save the money in the future. There is ample space between sites.
gurroz would stay here again
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“Pretty location but not worth the price”
Reviewed 6/1/2020
Nightly rate: | $50 |
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Days stayed: | 4 |
Site Number: | Aspen Loop 6 & 7 |
RV Length: | 29' (Toy Hauler Travel Trailer) |
Let me start with the COVID restrictions. First, the forest service is not answering calls right now so good luck calling them to clarify any info on the recreation.gov website. Second, the rangers at the campsite don't even know the COVID guidelines. I had to show them an email from the forest service to show them that we were followi... more
Let me start with the COVID restrictions. First, the forest service is not answering calls right now so good luck calling them to clarify any info on the recreation.gov website. Second, the rangers at the campsite don't even know the COVID guidelines. I had to show them an email from the forest service to show them that we were following the rules even though they said we weren't. (Actually, I had to find a spot of cell service since it is extremely limited there and screenshot the email). The specific rule was the no tent camping rule. The COVID rules specifically state that tent camping is allowed if there is also an RV on the site.
As for the campsite itself, I booked on the recreation.gov app. First, even though I filtered by full hookup (water and sewage hookups), it showed sites that were for boondocking. Be careful! We don't mind boondocking so it wasn't a big deal. There is a dump station plus water stations at the campsite. Second, we booked a double site that was listed as 61' and 64'. Not so!! Site 6 was more like 30' and site 7 was around 60'. And the two sites are side by side barely 5' apart so no circling the wagons or pulling in in opposite directions to create a nice common area. There was free dry camping available within 3 miles of this site that would have made this possible instead. Last, the confirmation email gives directions for the long way to Big Lake. Fortunately we already knew how to get there but had we followed their directions we would have wasted a lot of time and gas. Use your own map!
On the positive side:
1. Beautiful area!! Shady and quiet.
2. Water available and dumping closeby.
3. Firepits and picnic tables at the site (only propane firepits allowed with the fire restrictions though)
4. The weather was dry this time, so the gravel at the site was nice for keeping dust down.
5. Very near Big Lake!
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“What a gem of a campground hidden in the White Mountain area of Eagar, AZ”
Reviewed 10/22/2018
Nightly rate: | $28 |
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Days stayed: | 5 |
Site Number: | 79 |
RV Length: | 27' (Fifth Wheel) |
We loved this campground. This place was right up our alley. It was in the mountains, near Big Lake, and it was fall which made it that much better. We stayed early October on a Mon-Fri so it was the off-season and near when they close down for the winter (which is Oct. 31). The lake was very low but still fishable from shore or by bo... more
We loved this campground. This place was right up our alley. It was in the mountains, near Big Lake, and it was fall which made it that much better. We stayed early October on a Mon-Fri so it was the off-season and near when they close down for the winter (which is Oct. 31).
The lake was very low but still fishable from shore or by boat. It was a bit too cold and windy for us but we saw and spoke to many who had great luck.
The campground is large, well taken care of and truly beautiful. We got a full hook-up site which was nice for the 5 days we were there. We were able to enjoy a camp fire here during our stay as well. The sites are spread out nicely, the group areas looked amazing, the facilities were clean and the volunteers and Rangers were all super friendly and helpful.
We even heard the elk bugling and saw many, many deer during our stay.
The only kind of negative was that there is absolutely NO Verizon cell signal in the campground. We were able to drive around the area a few miles away to find a few bars to get texts/make a call to check on Grandkids etc.
We are glad we searched Campendium and found this place (after reading the reviews we couldn't resist.) They are all correct- this place is the BEST! We will be back.
Adventure Awaits would stay here again
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“Fabulously peaceful - hidden gem in the White Mountains!”
Reviewed 5/29/2018
Days stayed: | 7 |
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Site Number: | 75 |
RV Length: | 23' |
This is a hidden gem of a campground owned by the Forest Service - so hidden that your iPhone map won’t find it (found that out the hard way). A combination of full hookups and dry sites that are nicely spaced. We were there the week before Memorial Day weekend through the weekend. The campground was virtually empty when we arrived ... more
This is a hidden gem of a campground owned by the Forest Service - so hidden that your iPhone map won’t find it (found that out the hard way). A combination of full hookups and dry sites that are nicely spaced. We were there the week before Memorial Day weekend through the weekend. The campground was virtually empty when we arrived but filled up for the weekend. It was clean, quiet and the camp hosts were super! As a note you will NOT have WiFi or cell service at all! Additionally there are often fire restrictions in effect so if you want a fire plan on bring a propane fire pit and let the camp hosts know when you check in as they will give you a marker for your site.
The fishing is great! Big Lake has a small boat shop where you can rent a boat or you can fish from shore. There are other lakes and the black river - all a short drive from the campground. Plus, loads of hiking trails. We saw elk, antelope, wild turkeys, and heard wolves at night plus there was glimpse of a small black bear.
Reservations are highly recommended - most of the campers up there make their reservations 6 months out.
Navigating Wonderful would stay here again
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“Nice flat spaces and about 50/50 on hook ups”
Reviewed 5/18/2016
Nightly rate: | $26 |
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Days stayed: | 4 |
Site Number: | 8 |
Very nice place. Good fishing from Big Lake which is a short walk from the campground. Hot showers and flush toilets were very clean. Camp host very nice and helpful. Aspen loop has the most non hook ups but other loops are full hook up and re require a reservation. Altitude is closer to 9000 feet so as night it gets chilly. Every site... more
Very nice place. Good fishing from Big Lake which is a short walk from the campground. Hot showers and flush toilets were very clean. Camp host very nice and helpful. Aspen loop has the most non hook ups but other loops are full hook up and re require a reservation. Altitude is closer to 9000 feet so as night it gets chilly. Every site has fire ring and picnic table. I will be returning here!! Cells phone work just outside the campground but at campground it is very spotty.
Tahoe4Life1 would stay here again
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Amenities
Hookups
- 50 Amp
- 30 Amp
- 20 Amp
- water
- dry camping
- sewer
- Full Hookups
Recreation
- boat ramp
- fishing
- recreation trail
- water access
Site Amenities
- big rig
- fire ring
- picnic table
Facilities
- firewood
- group sites
- ADA Accessible
- restrooms: flush
- showers
- trash
Pets
- pets
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