Recreation
Getting outdoors in the Southwest is unlike anything else. Find a site using the interactive visitor map, by navigating to your local forest, or by looking at all the sites available in the region below.
A Unique Overnight Experience
Each of our Arizona forests have a variety of cabin rentals available to you on a nightly basis. Some are rustic, some are more modern, and all are in beautiful settings.
Recreation
Apache Creek Wilderness
Rolling hills of juniper and pinyon interspersed with granite outcrops characterize this small, remote and relatively rugged wilderness. Established in 1984, the 5,628 acre wilderness features three…
Apache Lake
Site Open
Apache Lake was formed in 1927 when the Horse Mesa Dam was completed. Outstanding trout and warm-water fishing. Wet winters bring a profusion of spring flowers. This lake is set among sun-painted…
Apache Lake Marina & Resort
Site Open
Apache Lake Marina is concessionaire operated. See their website for up to date information on services provided, hours, and fees, or call 928-923-6690. Apache Lake Marina is located off the historic…
Apache Lake Vista
Site Open
Enjoy views of Apache Lake, Goat Mountain, and the Painted Cliffs of the Mazatzal Mountains. If you are lucky, you may see eagles, ospreys, and even red-tailed hawks. From here, the road quickly…
Apache Maid Cabin
Site Open
This rustic one-bedroom cabin, located at the eastern base of Apache Maid Mountain, provides an excellent getaway opportunity for forest visitors.
Apache Maid Trail No. 15
The Apache Maid Trail branches off of the Bell Trail after 2.5 miles and ascends the northern canyon wall of the Wet Beaver Wilderness through a series of switchbacks. The rest of the trail then…
Apache Spring Trailhead
The end of Arizona Trail Passage 4 and the start of Arizona Trail Passage 5. The Apache Spring Trailhead is easily accessible from the dirt road, Gardner Canyon Road FR92. It offers a large…
Apache Trail #104
The Apache trail is 10.0 miles long. It begins at Highway 84 and ends at Road 418. The trail is open for the following uses: Horseback Riding and hiking.
Apache Trout Campground
Site Open
Apache Trout Campground is one of five campgrounds at the Big Lake Recreation Area in Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest especially popular for group camping.  With boating and fishing facilities…
Apache Vista Trail
If you want a short hike to stretch your legs, here’s the trail for you. Click here for printable information and map.