The best campgrounds near Pinetop-Lakeside, Arizona with climbing

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Top-rated campgrounds near Pinetop-Lakeside

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Top-rated campgrounds near Pinetop-Lakeside

1. MOUNTAIN DESTINY!

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14mi from Pinetop-Lakeside · 3 sites · Tents, RVs

Site#1 has Full Hook Up - Running water, sewage RV Hookup of 30amp and 50amp electricity, 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 but only during certain hours. 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 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. We only accept trailers and fifth wheels of 21 feet or less on site #2 and #3. 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.

2. Ghost Owl Ranch

47mi from Pinetop-Lakeside · 2 sites · RVs

Enjoy a peaceful treed setting among gorgeous mountain views. Wildlife sightings and close to National Forest. Close to fishing, hunting, hiking and wintertime skiing. 15 minutes away from the small town of Springerville with quaint restaurants and groceries. Friendly hosts and neighbors. At 26 miles away and at an elevation of 6,000 feet, Lyman Lake State Park is one of the best ways to beat the Arizona heat with summer days hovering in the 80’s and 1,500 acres of water to jump into. The behemoth lake can be experienced along shoreline trails where petroglyphs grace the rocks and jackrabbits scurry through the wildflowers. But let’s be real, you came to get wet! There’s plenty of splish splashing to be had; jet skis, speed boats, canoes, and kayakers all share these waters. There’s no better way to take to the lake than skimming the surface on an innertube. Anglers can enjoy the quiet west end of Lyman, word is the walleye and bass hang here in the no wake zone. 44 miles away you have Gila National Forest. Trying to truly get away from it all? We are 3.3 million acres of national forest, with just over 700,000 acres of that being designated wilderness areas. The nearest town, Silver City, has a population of about 10,000. Gila's remoteness makes it an especially popular spot for stargazing. Amateur astronomers like to journey out to Gila's 3.5-acre Cosmic Campground. This Dark Sky Sanctuary features unobstructed, awe-inspiring 360-degree views of the heavens. There are minimal amenities here, but they include telescope pads – made of concrete so that you can setup your own telescopes for casual or focused study. You'll never think of space in quite the same way after seeing it from here! Pets are allowed. Please make sure you pick up after them. ON leash, please.

3. Tonto National Forest

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1364 sites · Tonto Basin, Arizona

Hike, bike, and camp in Arizona’s largest and most diverse national forest.

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Public campgrounds near Pinetop-Lakeside

Valentine Ridge Campground

48mi from Pinetop-Lakeside · 9 sites · Tents, RVs · in Tonto National Forest

Upper Canyon Creek Campground

49mi from Pinetop-Lakeside · 10 sites · Tents, RVs · in Tonto National Forest

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Airplane Flat Campground

49mi from Pinetop-Lakeside · 1 site · Tent, RV · in Tonto National Forest

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Continuing down from the Entrance Driveway.

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Sandy

July 2025

20 ft travel trailer

2 nights at MOUNTAIN DESTINY!

The camp hosts are friendly and helpful. It’s a beautiful spot on a small farm. It’s close to Show Low, but out in the country.

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Season

July 2025

33 ft Class C

With pets

5 nights at MOUNTAIN DESTINY!

Richard and his lovely wife were the most wonderful hosts. The site was clean. Instructions were clear. Electric, water, and sewer hookup were all fabulous. The RV site has a gentle slope but my levelers fixed that up no problem. We also had the treat of garden fresh lettuce for our tacos and burgers from these generous hosts! I loved visiting the chickens, goats, and rabbits everyday. Walking the dogs at night was a special treat because it is so dark and quiet in their neighborhood. We could see the milky way! I have another trip to the area in a month and will definitely be looking at this site. My only regret is not having enough time to chat more with Richard and his sweet wife. Hopefully next time!

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Veronica

May 2025

27 ft Class A

2 nights at MOUNTAIN DESTINY!

We were pleasantly satisfied with our stay. The host were beyond accommodating, we felt safe and right at home. This site will definitely be at the top of our list to visit.

Ashley

May 2025

30 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to MOUNTAIN DESTINY!

Our 2 and 4 yr old loved the dirt piles, rocks, rabbits, goats, and chickens. They have already asked if we can stay again! Mr. Richard and his wife were a joy to chat with. We even got to enjoy the rodeo down the road. Highly recommend.

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Vanessa

April 2025

Tent

Group trip

2 nights at MOUNTAIN DESTINY!

I was thoroughly impressed by Richard and Cathy's hospitality!! They were both lovely hosts who accommodated us while we stayed there. Their goat/chicken pens were so cute and are perfect for a family. If you're stopping by in Show Low and need a place, I would HIGHLY recommend this place! Thanks to both of these two for making our trip so much better :)