Riggs Flat Campground
The main attraction at Riggs Flat Campground (Map) is Riggs Flat Lake. Some come to fish in it, some to boat on it, and some just to enjoy the reflective beauty this small (11 acre) lake adds to such a scenic area. The dam was financed by the Arizona Game and Fish Department in 1957 to provide trout fishing for forest recreationists. Information about stocking Riggs Lake is available from Arizona Game and Fish Department.
Note: Black bear area. Store and dispose of all food in bear-proof containers and trash bins, or keep it locked in your vehicle with windows all the way up.
General Information
April 15 - November 14
Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m.
A valid Arizona fishing license is required to fish in Riggs Lake.
Vehicle Restrictions: Vehicles (including trailers) longer than 22 feet are not recommended because of the difficulty of negotiating the switchbacks on AZ 366. This trailhead is not accessible by vehicle from November 15 to April 15 when the Swift Trail is closed for the winter. Early or late snow may extend the inaccessible season.
Boat Restrictions: Boats permitted on the lake may be powered by no more than a single electric trolling motor. Campground Restrictions: Pack and saddle stock are not permitted in campground. Limit 2 vehicles and 10 persons per site. 14 day stay limit.
Shooting: Shooting is not allowed.
Overnight Use:
Single Site: $20 per night
Double Site: $40 per night
Day Use:
$8 per vehicle per day
$10 per vehicle per week
Buy a pass online, or purchase a day pass on-site with cash or check. Proof of payment, or a valid Coronado National Forest Annual Pass or Interagency (America the Beautiful) Pass, including the Annual, Senior, Access, or Military Pass, must be displayed on the driver's side of the vehicle dashboard. Learn more about accepted passes.
Camping discounts apply only to the fee for the campsite physically occupied by the pass holder, not any additional campsite(s) occupied by the pass holder's party.
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 32.70805556
Longitude: -109.9627778
Directions
From Safford, Arizona: Drive south 8 miles on US 191 to AZ 366/Swift Trail. Turn right (southwest) onto 366 and drive 29 miles to the Columbine Visitor Center. Continue along National Forest Service (NFS) Roads 803 and 287 for about 5 miles to the campground.
From Tucson, Arizona: Take I-10 east for 90 miles. Take exit 352 for US 191, and turn left toward Safford. Drive 26.3 miles north and turn left on AZ 366/Swift Trail. Drive 29 miles to the Columbine Visitor Center and then continue along National Forest Service (NFS) Roads 803 and 287 for about 5 miles to the campground.
Parking
Yes
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are available at this site.
Water
Potable water is available at this site.
Picnic Tables
Picnic tables are available at this site.
Yes