Forked Pine Campground
Forked Pine Campground (and its sister site, Ashurst Lake Campground) rest on the shores of Ashurst Lake, which has ample opportunities for fishing and watersports.
Both campgrounds hug the lakeshore with campsites huddled in a picturesque stand of gnarly old juniper trees and pinyon pines. One of Ashurst Lake's most notable characteristics is its ability to hold a high-water level in drought years. That can be very important here in northern Arizona where less resilient lakes sometimes dry up.
Rustic gravel and “two-track” roads in the area offer some great opportunities to mountain bike or walk out into the surrounding juniper/ponderosa mixed forest for some wildlife viewing and open spaces. The San Francisco Peaks stand majestically on the horizon providing a grand display of Arizona’s volcanic past.
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Reservations
14 campsites are available for reservation on recreation.gov and 10 campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
General Information
Early May-Mid October
- Check in: 2:00 pm
- Check out: 11:00 am
America the Beautiful Senior and Access passes are accepted for a 50% discount on single-site camping fees.
- Quiet hours: 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. (running generators not permitted during quiet hours)
- Abide by all fire restrictions when in effect.
- Tents, motorhomes and trailers up to 35 feet are permitted at both campgrounds.
- No utility hookups.
- Motorbikes may only be used for entering or leaving campsite.
- 14-day stay limit.
- Camping around Ashurst Lake is only permitted in designated sites and nowhere else for a one-mile radius around each of the campgrounds.
- Camping: $27 per night, up to eight people with one vehicle. 10 sites are first come-first serve.
- Second vehicle per night: $10 additional.
- Picnic/day use (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.): $12 up to 5 people.
Off-Season: Free (before and after the listed "Open Season" when the roads are open, but the concessionaire is not maintaining the site).
Pets must always be restrained or on a leash.
Contact Name: Coconino Hospitality
Contact Phone: 928-774-9671
Address: 5075 N. Highway 89, Flagstaff, AZ 86001
Phone: 928-526-0866
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: SM.FS.Cof_Webmail@usda.gov
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 35.02316
Longitude: -111.39841
Elevation
7,132 ft.
Directions
Location: About 20 miles southeast of Flagstaff.
GPS (Map): 35°01'21.7"N 111°23'51.8"W
Access: Drive south 19 miles from Flagstaff on Lake Mary Road then east about 4 miles on Forest Road 82E.
Travel Considerations
The gravel roads in the area provide convenient access for most passenger vehicles and bicycles.
Facility and Amenity Information
Water
Potable water is available at this site.
Picnic Tables
Picnic tables are available at this site.
Horse/Pack Animal Information
Horse/Pack animals are not allowed at this site.
Other Amenities
When these campgrounds are "closed" and there is no host, the public may still use them, provided the road is open. However, drinking water will not be available, and all toilets will be boarded up except for the one closest to the main boat launch, which will be maintained by employees and volunteers.
Recreation Opportunities
Boating - Motorized Info
Single electric motor or single gasoline engine limited to 10 horsepower. See Arizona Game & Fish Department Watercraft Rules and Regulations for additional information.
Swimming Info
Be aware there are no lifeguards on site, so swim at your own risk.