Ashurst Lake Campground
Ashurst Lake Campground (and its sister site, Forked Pine Campground) rests on the shores of Ashurst Lake.
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 11 campsites are first-come, first-served.
General Information
Early May to mid-October.
- Check in: 2 p.m.
- Check out: 11 a.m.
America the Beautiful Senior and Access passes are accepted for a 50% discount on single-site camping fees.
- Fire Restrictions may be in place, so make sure to call the Fire Restrictions Hotline at 928-226-4607 or check with the camp host (if hosted) prior to creating a campfire.
- Quiet hours: 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. (running generators not permitted during quiet hours)
- Tents, motorhomes and trailers up to 35 feet are permitted at both campgrounds.
- No utility hookups.
- 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.
- No ATVs are allowed in the campground.
- 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.): $8 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: 928-203-0624
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: 35.01953
Longitude: -111.40847
Elevation
7,132 ft.
Directions
Location: About 20 miles southeast of Flagstaff.
GPS (Map): 35°01'10.1"N 111°24'31.1"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
Accessibility
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
Viewing Wildlife Info
Birdwatching is at its prime during the spring waterfowl migration. White-faced ibises tend to graze in the shallows along with the cinnamon teal, pintails and other ducks. Bald eagles and osprey can also be seen in the area, along with a number of species of hawks and songbirds.
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.