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Show Low AZ GreatSky CampRanch

68 sites ¡ RVs, Tents10 acres ¡ White Mountain Lake, AZ
Learn more about this land: At 6000ft elevation the air is much cleaner and the weather is much cooler, especially in the summer time! We have plenty of space. A well house to fill up your water. There are also outdoor bathrooms, no shower yet, but working on that! We're just a short seven minute drive to the dump station at a local gas station down the road on the Deuce of Clubs and Penrod. We are 14 minutes from a large hospital, 10 minutes from major grocery stores, shopping and restaurants, and many other fun activities. Our location is in a perfect spot to enjoy the blue sky and great weather. Sunrise Ski area is a quick drive too! Pinetop Lakeside are within 10 minutes, Taylor and Snowflake are within 15 to 25 minutes. We hope you visit and continue to keep our environment clean and a chill spot to visit. Cheers! We also offer a few extras at check-out... We have our 4S free range, nest run eggs for $5.44/dozen. Start your trip off right with a bundle of our premium firewood. Mostly juniper, nicely dried and bagged. Just remind us at check-in with your receipt. This is not the cheap wood they sell at the gas station. Please always check for our fire bans that are regulated by the county and state. Always have a bucket of water next to your campfire and make sure it's completely out before you leave it. Please do not bring outside firewood. Please do not take the firewood on our property.
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MOUNTAIN DESTINY!

3 sites ¡ RVs, Tents2 acres ¡ Show Low, AZ
Site#1 has Full Hook Up - Running water, RV Hookup of 30amp and 50amp electricity available, sewage, hard line WIFI for $45. Site#2 and Site#3 are side by side. They have running water and priced at $25. each. These two Sites are better for tents or a small trailer. A personal generator may be used. These are lovely spots with shade trees, so pretty. There are lots of mature Juniper trees and some Pine trees that provide shade on the property. Often we experience a lovely breeze. We live a mile off of 260 on a rugged dirt road. We keep the Entrance Gate locked constantly for safety and security. We are located on 2 acres and have a garden and a green house where we grow a large variety of vegetables. There is a Chicken House and a rooster and we have plenty of farm fresh eggs that are available to purchase. 0ur home is tucked away 1 mile off the 260 Hwy. on a rugged dirt road. First you will drive pass the Linden Valley Arena before reaching our property. The Arena was designed for ropers by ropers and is open from May thru September. 10-15 minute drive away is Fool Hollow lake, Show Low City Park, Safeway Grocery Store, Post Office, Library, and a variety of restaurants. Within that distance there is Boating, Fishing, Hiking, Picnic Areas, Large Dog Park, well equipped Playground area, Basketball Courts, Baseball fields, Sand Volley Ball, Tennis Courts, Racquet Ball Court, Horseshoe Pits, Disc Golf, Outdoor Exercise Stations, Walking Trail, Pavilions, Restrooms all the while enjoying the enormous, plentiful Ponderosa Pines. Show Low City Park Aquatic Center has 6 lane 25-yard pool with an adjoining leisure pool featuring zero-depth entry, Spray Fountain, Water Slide, Indoor Spa. Show Low was named by the turn of a Card. A ranch of nearly 100,000 acres jointly owned by Marion Clark and Croydon Cooley a U.S. army scout. According to legend, sometime around 1876, the partners decided that there was not enough room for both of them and one of them should leave. They decided to settle this issue over a game of "Seven Up" (with the winner taking the ranch and the loser leaving.) After the game seemed to have no winner in sight the game reached it's climax when Clark said, "If you can show low, you win." At this point Cooley turned up the deuce of clubs, and declared "Show Low" it is! Show Low is a city in Navajo County, Arizona among the lush green ponderosa pine forestland and along Arizona's Mogollon Rim at an elevation of 6,345 feet. Show Low is now the largest city in the White Mountains of northeastern Arizona. Show Low is also the business hub and marketing center of the area. Our Favorite Breweries: Black Horse Brewery - 6 min + Buffalo Bill's Tavern & Grill - 9 min + Moose Henris Grill Cork and Taps - 20 min, + Pinetop Brewing Company - 26 min Our Favorite Restraunts: Buffalo Bill's - 9 min + Licano's - 11min + Los Corrales, 59 W Deuce of Clubs -12 min + Cafe Pinoli (Italian) - 23 min + Mr. Zeke's- 25 min , Darbi's Cafe - 26 min The Local's Market, Buffalo Bill's Tavern Grill (Local Vendors inside Restraunt Conference Room and Outside outside) April 9th through September 2022 9:00am-Noon Show Low Main Street Market - May 14th through September 2022 located behind Show Low Library Many Local Vendors. Show Low Main Street Market, 9-11th Street and Cooley, Show Low - local vendors May 14th -September 2022 9:00am-1:00pm.
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Ruffin It

4 sites ¡ RVs50 acres ¡ Show Low, AZ
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The Rockhound Ranch RV and Camping

4 sites ¡ RVs, Tents20 acres ¡ Snowflake, AZ
Get out of the HEAT and come stay at The Rockhound Ranch. Phenomenal Sunrises and Sunsets, and it's great for a relaxing/calming weekend, or week. 20 Acres of tranquility. If you have ATV's, they are also welcome FREE parking. Dry camping. No food near property, plan accordingly. Bring water as well! ONE RV hook up - Price $50.00 night No Wifi. Please select 5 guests to accommodate the price for the RV.
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Nevado Ranch Camp

1 site ¡ Tent2 acres ¡ Vernon, AZ
Welcome to Nevado Ranch Camping - the best White Mountains dark sky camping in the U.S. Southwest! So, you and your family or friends are most likely looking for a great location to pitch your tent(s) while exploring Arizona and New Mexico. Or, perhaps you are an ATV off-roader with your pride and joy in tow. In either case, you want a location that is "out there with the wildlife" and yet is secure from the critters. Feeling cozy in your camp while also having access to recreational amenities that make a stay so enjoyable is important to you. You also want a location where, at the end of a long day of hiking, biking and/or sightseeing, you can relax by a fire, listen to tunes, and enjoy your favorite beverage while looking up at a pitch black sky with stars as bright as diamonds. Our Value Proposition to You • Affordable rates • A location in the middle of the beautiful White Mountains wildlife - completely fenced off for your security • A level and cushy campsite with fire pit tucked in among the juniper trees • A crystal-clear sky for dark sky stargazing • A 15' x 20' recreation deck with fire pit, gas grill, music system and Adirondack chairs and recliners • A fully stocked, self-service kitchen to prepare your meals • An indoor relaxation area • A bathroom with hot water shower (cleaned and sterilized daily) • Close to twenty (20) national parks and monuments • Plenty of free, on-site parking • Active duty and veteran discounts • Veteran owned and operated The Camp Nevado Ranch Camp is 2.2 acres located smack dab in the middle of the Springerville “monogenetic” Volcanic Field (3rd largest in the U.S.) that consists of 405 discrete and dormant vents. The ground is relatively soft and perfect for a tent. We have plenty of free on-site parking. At an elevation of 6,993 feet, Nevado Ranch Camp, Apache County, AZ, is an easy day’s drive to dozens of popular tourist destinations in Arizona and New Mexico. In Portuguese, the word Nevado means “snowy.” The delicious city water we use is sourced from the never-gone-dry Coconino Aquafer. While we are completely off-the-grid, Nevado Ranch Camp is solar powered because we want to present as small a carbon footprint as possible. Changes in aLtitude, changes in aTtitude Given our elevation, there is no air pollution. It is roughly 20-25 degrees cooler fresher at the Camp than in the Phoenix or Tucson valleys. At Nevado Ranch Camp, the air is clear and crisp which makes for awesome stargazing - the Milky Way can easily be seen overhead. The Campsites At Nevado Ranch Camp, we offer 10 well-maintained, level campsites nestled among a forest of juniper trees. We have intentionally kept the number of campsites low so that our guests don't feel like they are part of a chaotic crowd. Each campsite has a 10’ x 10’ area for tent as well as additional space for chairs, bikes and other camping items. Deck lights provide a smidgeon of illumination at night. You can have your own private campfire as long as you use the locations provided AND when checking in, you prove to management that you have a working fire extinguisher on hand. You will be glad to know that the Camp is completely fenced off for your security. Our location is smack dab in the middle of the land inhabited by giant elk, coyotes, black bears, mule deer, antelope, foxes and mountain lions. The animals are usually active from dusk to dawn but don't be surprised if you hear these animals walking past your campsite on the road. The reason why they do so is because the series of roads and the vacant property next to us is the only unobstructed north/south passage for miles around - and the animals make use of it! The Hut The Hut is a converted barn (with hot and cold running water) that has a "serve yourself" kitchen for your use. There is a microwave, a three-burner stove, an air fryer and a George Forman grill, two refrigerators, and a blender. You bring your own K pods for the coffee maker, as well as your own sugar, creamer, etc. We provide the paper plates and bowls, plastic cutlery, drink cups, and napkins for your use - you bring your own food and beverages, seasonings, etc. The bathroom w/shower is cleaned and sterilized daily. Recreation Deck When you want to step away from the tent and lounge in the sun or moonlight, you will find a 15' x 20' asymmetrical Victorian stone deck outfitted with a gas grill, a music entertainment system, a lounge bed w/shade, an in-the-deck fire pit and a number of comfy Adirondack lounge chairs. Tiki torches and deck lights provide a subtle illumination at night. A badminton net is also used for volleyball and "tickle ball" (our version of pickleball). Bring your own paddles and other equipment. We keep the net down low so the young'uns can experience the thrill of spiking the ball! Indoor Relaxation Area You will like the indoor relaxation area that has a sofa, a recliner, a computer desk w/printer, wi-fi (no streaming, please!), and a tv. A shaded patio with sofa and chairs is just outside the front door. Live music If you’re a musician and/or a singer, bring your instruments and your melodic voice. The instruments we make available to guests include a Gibson Les Paul 100-year anniversary edition electric guitar, baritone and tenor ukeleles, a Brazilian mini Djembe drum, bongos, a harmonica, and a hand-carved Hawaiian tenor percussion block.
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Northern Arizona Wilderness Camping

1 site ¡ RV1 acres ¡ Snowflake, AZ
Learn more about this land:Open northern Arizona wilderness. The night sky is a must see. A great camping site with a well maintained road. Visit the historic town of Snowflake. Site is only 54 miles to the Petrified Forest.
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Malcolm's Ranch

1 site ¡ RV, Tent2 acres ¡ Vernon, AZ
This ranch sits high up about 7000ft above sea level, you can see a overview of everything around you - its about 2-3 arces - best for camping , riding dirt bikes/4 wheelers. This property is in Northern AZ near Show low.
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Tiny House on Working Homestead

1 site ¡ Lodging6 acres ¡ Snowflake, AZ
This homestead is on top of a beautiful plain with an expansive view for miles . The guest tiny home is located on the hill where you could hear the clucking of chickens or the oinking of pigs. You can enjoy produce from your own garden plot or eggs from one of the hen for your morning breakfast. You will have privacy as you walk through the gate into a fenced in sanctuary. The home is for the minimalist at heart but provides all the necessities a person needs.Learn more about this land:Whether you are looking for a quiet getaway or a unique experience being on a homestead, this is the place for you!!! This is a brand new rental that was built and designed for the sole purpose of providing space for travelers.  During your stay, you will have access to a fenced in tiny home with privacy to enjoy the sunsets and your morning coffee. There are two lofts, one with a queen bed and the other with a twin bed. There is a bathroom and a small kitchen with mini fridge, toaster oven, and table top 2 burner stove. There is a television and blue ray for you to watch movies or you can use your personal hotspot to access Roku. You are welcome to walk around the rest of the property and see the farm animals.  The sunsets and star-filled skies are unreal and we look forward to hosting you. 
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Jerry Z.’s Land

1 site ¡ Lodging80 acres ¡ Concho, AZ
Our 80 acre facility includes campsites equipped with horse stalls, camp fire pit's, picnic table's, hook ups for water and power. Each site has its own hitching rail and separate hose hook up for watering/washing horses. We are a horse training ranch. There are 5 round pens, an indoor arena, very large outdoor arena with excellent footing, more than 6 miles of riding trails that are groomed and marked, an obstacle course, a wooden bridge and additional obstacles along the network of trails. We have a large picnic area with hitching rails for up to 30 horses, a large fire pit, a wooden dance floor and a cowboy cooking kitchen, great for parties. Two large enclosed barns and many turn outs with run in sheds. The "Twisted Tree Welcome Center is equipped with a bathroom with a shower, laundry facilities and two loft bedrooms available to rent for $45 per night. The owner is a John Lyons certified horse trainer and a level II Dressage certified instructor, Trish also has more than 20 years training horses and people all over the world. This is a great place to come, ride and camp with your horse. You can also pick up some great pointers from a world class trainer and instructor.
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RV in Gods country

5 sites ¡ Lodging, RVs40 acres ¡ Vernon, AZ
Quite, remote, star filled skies, meditation paths, spectacular sunrises and sunsets. There are 4 RV sites and are pm 40 acres surrounded by state land with hundreds of miles of wide open spaces. The property has a gate that opens up the state land for hiking, mountain biking, ATV riding.. On the property there is a retreat center with bathrooms and showers.
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Snowflake Cargo Living

1 site ¡ Lodging1 acre ¡ Snowflake, AZ
This property is approximately a quarter acre in the heart of town. It has a 200 sq ft cargo container living space decked out with a kitchen, bathroom, loft bed, high speed internet, and solar. It also boasts an Alpenglobe for outdoor dining with Sonos sound system, heating and cooling, and beautiful custom wood dining table.
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Nice secluded getaway

1 site ¡ RV, Tent40 acres ¡ White Mountain Lake, AZ
My parents lived their for 25 years and you will see the love they had for this property It truly is a great disconnect from the world very nice place to just getaway and find yourself Safe place to camp and enjoy the outdoors and create memorable family experiences that you may want to repeat oftenLearn more about this land:Off grid experience with beautiful family experience Beautiful clear skies in the white Mountins a true nature experience fences and a safe place to enjoy quality family time! It snows also , has a water well and electricity. emergency generators as well. Fire pits and double wide mobile home
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The best camping near Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area guide

Overview

About

Located in the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, the Fool Hollow Lake comes days spent on the water. Bring your own boat and launch it from one of the park's ramps. In the summer months, J&T's Wild-Life Outdoors rents kayaks, canoes, and other non-motorized watercraft.

The White Mountain Trail System has more than 100 miles of hiking trails. Eleven loops wind around this Arizona state park. Keep your eyes open for shy wildlife and birds flitting overhead.

Stop by the park store to pick up essentials. You can sign up for a ranger-led program and get a list of events at the visitor's center.

Camp among the 100-year-old pine trees and close to the river. The park offers 31 tent-only campsites and 92 sites for RVs. The RV sites vary in hookups with electric at most and water and sewer at some.

In the evening, roast hot dogs or melt s'mores in the fire ring. There is a maximum of two vehicles and a small charge for the second one.

Notable campgrounds

  • Aspen Campground: Shaded by tall pines, this campground is ideal for those seeking a peaceful retreat.
  • Eagle Campground: Offers stunning lake views and spacious sites, perfect for families and groups.
  • Mallard Campground: A favorite for anglers, with easy access to the lake's bountiful fishing spots.

Tips for snagging a campsite

  • Book early: Reservations can fill up quickly, especially during peak season, so plan ahead.
  • Stay flexible: Consider midweek stays or off-peak times for better availability.
  • Check for cancellations: Keep an eye on the reservation system for last-minute openings.
  • Explore nearby camping options: If Fool Hollow Lake is full, nearby parks may have availability.

When to go

The best time to visit Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area is from late spring to early fall when the weather is warm and the park is fully accessible. Winter can be harsh, with some facilities closed due to snow, making it less ideal for visits.

Know before you go

  • Check weather conditions: Be prepared for sudden changes, especially if you're camping or hiking.
  • Wildlife awareness: Store food securely and maintain a safe distance from any animals you encounter.
  • Park hours: The area is open from 8:30am to 5pm, so plan your activities within these times.
  • Leave no trace: Help preserve the park's natural beauty by carrying out all trash and following park guidelines.
  • Accessibility: Most facilities and some trails are accessible to visitors with disabilities.

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