Double Springs Campground


Area Status: Closed
 

Double Springs Campground is an “old fashion” campground, originally built in the 1930’s, and has sites nestled in a beautiful draw filled with cool grass, ponderosa pine and Gambel oak. The heart of this camp is Double Spring, which runs to the surface just above camp. Wildlife and bird watching are popular activities in this area as they visit the spring. Some of the birds you may see are hawks, northern harriers, an occasional bald eagle and a variety of song birds. The area also boasts a healthy population of elk and mule deer.

Relax and take in the nostalgia of this historic campground or hike the Lake View Trail (2 miles one way), which originates at here. This trail leads to overlooks providing view of nearby Mormon Lake and the surrounding forests and volcanoes. Campground roads and parking spurs are gravel.

Trails lead from the campground to scenic overlooks of nearby Mormon Lake and the surrounding area of prairies, forests and volcanoes. Wildlife watching is also a popular activity in this area. It's a very good place to see hawks, including northern harriers and ospreys. The area boasts a healthy population of elk and mule deer, too. The scenic village of Mormon Lake is conveniently close, offering horseback rides, mountain bike rentals. You'll also find a country store, service station, and a picturesque cowboy steak house there.

 

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Camping: Double Springs

 

At a Glance

Reservations: Reservations available at Recreation.gov.
Fees:
  • Campsite: $20 per night, up to eight people with one vehicle.
  • Second vehicle per night: $8 additional.
  • Picnic/day use (10 a.m to 4 p.m.): $8 for up to 5 people.
Senior and Access Interagency passes are accepted for a 50% discount on single-site camping fees. Other Interagency passes are not accepted.
Open Season: early May - Oct 11
Usage: Medium-Heavy
Restrictions: Quiet hours: 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. (running generators not permitted during quiet hours)
Closest Towns: Flagstaff, AZ and Mormon Lake, AZ
Water: Drinking Water
Restroom: Vault Toilets
Operated By: Concessionaire - Contact Flagstaff District - 928-526-0866

General Information

Directions:

Location: 24 miles south east of Flagstaff near Lake Mary. Elevation is7,000 feet.

GPS (Map): 34°56'32.6"N 111°29'36.9"W

Access: Drive south from Flagstaff 20 miles on Forest Highway 3 (Lake Mary Road) to the intersection of Forest Road 90. Turn west on FR 90 and drive 4.6 miles to Double Springs.

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  Latitude : 
34.942380

  Longitude : 
-111.493580

  Elevation : 
7171