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We will be opening tomorrow! Stage 2 still in place so no fires allowed even in the campgrounds.

The Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests has rescinded the full forest closure, effective at 8:00AM, July 7th. Stage II Fire Restrictions will remain in place. Under Stage II restrictions, fires (including charcoal and briquettes) are prohibited on all National Forest lands. Smoking is also prohibited forest-wide except within an enclosed vehicle or building, a developed recreation site, or while stopped in an area at least 3 feet in diameter that is barren or cleared of any flammable material.
Stoves or grills that are solely fueled by pressurized liquid petroleum or pressurized liquid petroleum gas (LPG) fuels are allowable. Generators with approved spark arresting devices are also permitted in areas that are barren or cleared of any flammable material at least 3 feet around the generator.

We received official word that Apache - Sitgreaves is going in full forest closure Thursday at 6am. This is not a fire closure, there is no fire in the Big Lake area, this is just a forest closure. This includes all designated hosted campgrounds. So Big Lake Campgrounds, Hoyer Campground, East Fork Campgrounds, and Luna Lake Campground. Evacuations of these campgrounds will start tomorrow morning and everyone must be out by 5pm tomorrow. We do not know how long this closure will last, they are waiting for significant amount of moisture before releasing the closure. We will be issuing reservation cancellations in week blocks until we get word on when we can reopen. You can always cancel your own reservation at anytime at Recreation.gov. You can call our office at 928-537-8888 for more information.

Please pray for rain, our firefighters, our communities, and the local small businesses that will be struggling during this difficult time. It is a hard situation for all.

Big Lake Campgrounds are open with fire restrictions in place. Also open is Winn campground, Hoyer Benny Creek, Luna Lake, and all the campgrounds on East Fork.

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The Apache-Sitgreaves has implemented some forest closures. Our campgrounds in the Big Lake area, Greer and Alpine area are not affected. They will remain open for the time being with fire restrictions in place.

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The view from Brookchar campground at Big Lake. These campgrounds around Big Lake are not effected by the forest closures. Thank you Camp Arizona- Your Arizona Camping Resource Guide for the picture.

Fire Restrictions

The Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest is now in stage 2 fire restrictions. If you are planning on camping in our beautiful forest, please make sure you know what is allowed and restricted. Lets all do our part to protect our forests and communities.

Fire Restrictions Each state is divided into areas, and each area divided into units. Units represent lands managed by local, state, federal or tribal agencies. These units are represented by one or more counties on the map.

Brookchar Campground - Big Lake - Camp Arizona

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Brookchar Campground - Big Lake - Camp Arizona Description Brookchar Campground is a tent only, walk in campground. There are parking areas along the road below and above the campground, but you must walk all of your camping gear from the parking areas to the campsite. Most campsites are within 50 yards or so from the parking areas. This is quit...

‘Workamping’ on the road to retirement gains popularity

Check out one of our wonderful hosts in Idaho. They were featured on the Todays show talking about the joys of workamping. It was a great segment, and showed beautiful pictures of the campgrounds we manage at Red Fish, ID. Thanks Doug and Lisa! You two were great!

‘Workamping’ on the road to retirement gains popularity Doug and Lisa Kasefang are a married couple in their 50s who sold nearly all of their possessions to buy an RV and travel full-time while taking seasonal jobs to make ends meet. Their lifestyle, known as “workamping,” is growing popular among people reaching traditional retirement age. For those con...

Having a good time talking to potential campground host. Have questions about our hosting program? Come talk to us at the Quartzsite RV show about hosting this Summer. What a great way to spend your summer in some of the most beautiful places in Arizona, Colorado and Idaho! We will be here all week.

AZGFD.gov Fishing Report, June 30, 2016

AZGFD.gov Fishing Report, June 30, 2016

Looking to get out of the heat and into the cool mountains for the summer? What better way than to be a campground host! We have openings in Northern Arizona, Colorado and Idaho. Some positions include site with full hookups and some you will have to be self contained. For more information including exact positions, pay, and availability please email us at [email protected].

We are happy to announce that the Show Low Main Street Farmers Market & Art Walk is Open For Business, this Saturday - June 18, 2016. See you tomorrow and enjoy your Father's Day weekend. :-)

We apologize for not posting through the whole emergency. Our corporate office was put on pre evacuation notice due to this fire so we have been busy securing our property. What we know now is the fire crews have done an amazing job in securing the fire line and though we may not be totally out of the woods yet, its looking much better! The only closure we have is HWY 60. You can still come up to the White Mountains using 260 from Phoenix. Big Lake is still open and beautiful with no threat from the fire burning near Show Low. You can make reservations for Big Lake at recreation.gov

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Fire restrictions to begin today, Wednesday, June 15 at 8:00 a.m. on four National Forests -- We will begin in Stage 1. Please click on the link to read the news release.
http://www.fs.usda.gov/news/asnf/news-events

Photos from U.S. Forest Service - Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests's post

Thank you to all that have served, currently serving and to the ones that gave the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms. You will never be forgotten. Have a safe holiday everyone. Happy Memorial day.

These 7 Rustic Spots In Arizona Are Extraordinary For Camping

Brookchar campground at Big Lake, AZ made #3!

These 7 Rustic Spots In Arizona Are Extraordinary For Camping If you're planning to do some camping this year, check out these great little spots!

Alpine District Campground Updates: East Fork campgrounds are now open with water as is Alpine Campground. Luna Lake is scheduled to open on Saturday the 14th with no water as the system is still being charged and tested.

Big Lake Campground Updates: The water system has been recharged at Big Lake and the first sampling has been done. The campgrounds EXCEPT Rainbow are open for camping but with no water until we get the word the sampling has been completed. We are hoping by this weekend that will be done. Rainbow is scheduled to be open on Monday the 16th. Winn, Benny Creek, and Hoyer Campground will open tomorrow with water. Please call us for the most up to date information about the campgrounds 928-537-8888.

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Many of our Pinetop and Show Low lakes will be stocked this week. Check our stocking schedule to find out which ones! https://www.azgfd.com/Fishing/StockSchedule

Deer in the Mist.... Foggy mornings here in the High Country of Arizona make for some beautiful pictures. Thank you Allan Meyer for the picture!

Happy May 1st. Got to love spring in the mountains!

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Did you know that the current state record 16-pound walleye was caught at Show Low Lake?

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Have you tried paddle boarding yet? Help us get to 10,000 page likes for a chance to win a free lesson at Fool Hollow Lake from J & T's Wild Life Outdoors!

AZGFD.gov Fishing Report, April 15, 2016

AZGFD.gov Fishing Report, April 15, 2016 What's New Latest Info from AZGFD

10 Unforgettable Things You Must Add To Your Arizona Summer Bucket List

Camping in in the White Mountains is #3!

10 Unforgettable Things You Must Add To Your Arizona Summer Bucket List Wonder what to do this summer in Arizona? You will definitely want to add these amazing places your to-do list!

Apache and Sitgreaves National Forests - News & Events

Campgrounds and Road openings on the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests as of April 1st. Getting closer

Apache and Sitgreaves National Forests - News & Events Arizona State Highways (SR) 261 and 273 to the Big Lake area remain closed, Arizona Department of Transportation’s tentative date for opening those gates is April 15, 2016.

Head on over and give our friends over at White Mountains AZ and give them a like for your chance to win a paddleboard lesson this summer at Fool Hollow Lake. They also provide great information about what is happening here in the White Mountains.

Tag a friend you think would love to visit the White Mountains of Arizona! Once we get to 10,000 page likes, we will pick one lucky winner to receive a free paddle board lesson at Fool Hollow Lake from J & T's Wild Life Outdoors!

Apache and Sitgreaves National Forests - News & Events

Apache and Sitgreaves National Forests - News & Events Arizona State Highways (SR) 261 and 273 to the Big Lake area remain closed, Arizona Department of Transportation’s tentative date for opening those gates is April 15, 2016.

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Big Lake is ice free and the fishing is good. The only way to access Big Lake is the 249 road from Alpine, but this road still has some snow packed on it. Roads surrounding Big Lake may be snow/ice pack and muddy. Use caution. Highways 273 and 261 are still closed with large impassable snow drifts. This photo was taken near Lee Valley Lake.

Camping season here in Northern Arizona is getting closer!

Spring is in the air! Officially.