Show Low Lake Campground

Show Low LakeCampground

Elevation 6,500 feet, in the heart of the White Mountains

Imagine the crisp smell of pine trees, the breeze coming off the lake, the excitement on their faces as they reel in their first catch, the glowing warmth from the campfire as you bring an end to the perfect day.

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Show Low Lake seen through ponderosa pines from the rocky shoreline

Due to recent flooding and rain, Show Low Lake is full to capacity and running over.

Reservations

Plan ahead. Camping is more popular than ever. Weekends and holidays may be fully reserved weeks, even months, in advance. We advise reserving at least 4–6 weeks before your visit.

Online reservations are available year round.

2027 holiday weekends

Memorial Day
Monday, May 31
4th of July
Sunday
Labor Day
Monday, September 6

The basics

  • Every site has a fire ring with grill and a picnic table
  • Check in after 2 pm, check out by 1 pm
  • Weekends: 2-night minimum. Holidays: 3-night minimum.
  • Most sites are primitive (dry) camping with no hookups. 7 sites offer 30 amp electric.
  • Up to 8 people per site, up to 3 dogs
  • Quiet hours 10 pm to 6 am

First come, first serve

We hold 15 sites as first come, first serve, available on a walk-in basis. You must arrive at the campground in person to purchase and secure a site.

If you have specific needs for site size or amenities, or are traveling a long way, we highly recommend reserving in advance instead.

See the walk-in sites

Nothing is better than seeing children’s smiles by firelight.

Head to the heart of the White Mountains. Nestled in the town of Show Low, Arizona, Show Low Lake Campground gives you all the outdoor fun of camping in the woods, with shopping and entertainment just minutes away.

It’s the perfect family getaway. Make your reservation today.

Sites and nightly rates

  • Standard family siteDry camping, RV or tent$24 + tax
  • Standard family pull-thruDry camping, RVs up to 45 feet$26 + tax
  • Premium lakeside sites A–FDry camping right on the water$30 + tax
  • Standard family electric30 amp service, 7 sites$34 + tax
  • Spillway group sitesSmall group up to 50 people, large group up to 150from $125

Per camp unit, per night. See every site, rig lengths and all fees

Anglers fishing from the dam on a sunny day at Show Low Lake

The best walleye fishing in Arizona

The last five Arizona walleye state records came out of Show Low Lake, including the current record of 16 pounds, 2 ounces. Rainbow trout, bluegill, catfish and bass are here too, and the lake is stocked monthly in summer.

Boats up to 10 horsepower are welcome, and boat and kayak rentals are available in season.

Fishing & boating