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Burnt Corral Campground and Day Use Area
Burnt Corral Campground and Day Use Area is set among the canyon walls of Apache Lake, which allows for great water recreation activities. Nearby are impressive views of mountains, canyons, wildlife and Roosevelt Dam. Because of its close proximity to Apache Lake, Burnt Corral allows fishing, non-motorized and motorized boating. There are 82 developed campsites available at Burnt Corral, which allows for a great escape any time of the year for families or individuals. Burnt Corral has highly accessible areas, with slopes that are under 5% and concrete or compacted gravel grounds.
At a Glance
| Reservations: | First come, first serve for even numbered sites. Reservations can be arranged for odd numbered sites on Recreation.gov or by calling 877-444-6777 or TDD line: 877-833-6777. Reservations are only available November 1 through April 30. |
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| Fees: | $20/site/night for individual camp unit; $40/site/night for double camp unit; America the Beautiful Interagency Senior or Access Pass holders receive 50% discount (persons over 62 or living with a permanent disability) for single camp units only. |
| Open Season: | Year-round |
| Restrictions: |
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| Closest Towns: | Globe, Tonto Basin & Apache Junction |
| Water: | Available |
| Restroom: | Composting and Vault toilets |
| Information Center: | Tonto Basin Ranger District 602-225-5395 |
General Information
Directions:This site is 6 miles south of Roosevelt Dam on the south shoreline of Apache Lake. From Mesa: Take the Beeline Highway/State Hwy.87 north for approximately 60 miles to the junction of State Hwy. 188. Turn right and follow State Hwy. 188 for 33 miles to the junction with State Hwy. 88. Turn right on State Hwy. 88 and drive past Roosevelt Dam. Follow State Hwy. 88 for 5 miles to Forest Road (FR) 183; turn right and continue an additional mile to the site.
From Claypool (between Globe & Miami): Take State Hwy. 188 northwest for 29 miles to the junction of State Hwy. 88. Follow State Hwy. 88 (it heads southwest and becomes an unpaved road) for 5 miles to Forest Road (FR) 183; turn right and continue an additional mile to the site.
From Apache Junction: Drive north on State Hwy. 88 for 38 miles. (Last 20 miles of 88 are unpaved.) FR 183/Burnt Corral Rec. Site – turn left and continue to site.
View a map of the Roosevelt and Apache Lake Area
SR 88 is currently CLOSED between Fish Point and the Apache Lake Marina, pending repairs by ADOT.
Activities
Campground Camping
- Camping at Burnt Corral is permitted in designated areas.
- Camp sites include fire ring, grill, and picnic tables.
- Maximum occupancy per individual camp unit is 10.
- Maximum number of vehicles per individual camp unit is three. All vehicles must completely fit within the designated parking area.
- Check-in time is 12:00 pm, and check-out time is 10:00 am
General Info:
General Notes| Fire Information | Fire rings available |
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| No. of Sites | 77 |
| Reservations | First come, first serve for even numbered sites. Reservations can be arranged for odd numbered sites on Recreation.gov or by calling 1 (877) 444-6777. |
RV Camping
Lake and Pond Fishing
Fishing from shore and boats is permitted. Arizona Fishing license is required.
Picnicking
There are tables and grills at provided picnic sites. First come first serve.
| No. of Sites | 6 picnic units |
Boating - Motorized
| Launch Ramps | Concrete launch ramp |
Boating - Non-Motorized
| Launch Ramps | Concrete boat launch |
Alerts & Warnings
- 03-12-00-25-02 Horton Fire Emergency Closure Order Revised
- Pine Canyon Restoration Project Area and Trails Temporary Closure Order
- 03-12-02-24-67 Globe Forest Road 287 Area Closure Order
- 03-12-01-24-66 Wildcat Post Fire Recovery Public Safety Closure
- 03-12-04-24-61_East Webber Geronimo Trails_Public Safety Closure
- 03-12-03-24-47_Boulder Fishing Pier Temporary Closure
- Equestrian Users Please Be Aware
- 03-12-06-24-27 Tonto Creek Crossing Road Closures
- 03-12-02-25-01 Pinto Valley Mine Blasting Closure
- 03-12-03-24-64 Bald Eagle Closure Box Bar Order
- 12-16-5R Roosevelt Lake Seasonal Wildlife Closure
- 03-12-01-24-62 Bartlett Lake Quarry Public Safety Closure
- 03-12-00-23-36 Target Type Restrictions Order
- Bald Eagle Seasonal Closures
- Occupancy and Use Restrictions
- Update on State Route 88 (Apache Trail) - August 18, 2021
- Redmond Fire Road Closure
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