Best camping near Forest Lakes
53 campgrounds · 53 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Forest Lakes, Arizona — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 15 of 53 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Bear Canyon Lake and Camping Area
Good
8.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 53°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 84°F
Bear Canyon Lake and Camping Area is a picturesque campground located in the state of Arizona. Situated in the Tonto National Forest, this camping area offers a variety of…
Why 88: live conditions (good) · 20 things to do within 15 mi
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#2
Fr 169 Campground
Good
7.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 53°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 84°F
FR 169 Campground in Arizona offers dispersed camping with no established campsites, reservations, or fees. No amenities are provided—there are no toilets, water, picnic tables…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 19 things to do within 15 mi
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#3
Promontory Pit Road Campground
Good
8.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 53°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 84°F
Promontory Pit Road Campground is a picturesque camping area located in Arizona. This campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable camping experience. Visitors…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 19 things to do within 15 mi
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#4
FR 195 Campground
Good
9.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 90°F
FR 195 Campground, near Flagstaff, Arizona, offers dispersed camping with several semi-established sites along Forest Road 195 in the Coconino National Forest. No reservations or…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 19 things to do within 15 mi
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#5
Fr 84 Camping Area
Good
10.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 90°F
Fr 84 Camping Area in Arizona offers free, first-come, first-served dispersed camping with a few established spots along the forest road. No reservations or permits are required…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 19 things to do within 15 mi
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#6
Sharp Creek
Good
12.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 90°F
Sharp Creek camping area is a picturesque campground located in the state of Arizona. Nestled in a stunning natural setting, this campground offers a range of amenities to ensure…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 19 things to do within 15 mi
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#7
Christopher Creek
Good
14.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 90°F
Christopher Creek Camping Area in Arizona is located in the Tonto National Forest and offers stunning views of the Mogollon Rim. The area provides opportunities for hiking…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 19 things to do within 15 mi
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#8
Christopher Creek Campground and Group Site
Good
14.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 90°F
Christopher Creek Campground and Group Site is located in the state of Arizona and offers a wonderful camping experience. Situated in a beautiful natural setting, this campground…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 19 things to do within 15 mi
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#9
Spillway Campground
Good
9.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 90°F
Spillway Campground is a popular camping area located in the state of Arizona. This campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable camping experience for visitors…
Why 84: live conditions (good) · 18 things to do within 15 mi
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#10
Spillway Group Campground
Good
9.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 90°F
The Spillway Group Campground is a picturesque camping area located in Arizona. This campground offers a range of amenities to enhance the camping experience. It provides picnic…
Why 84: live conditions (good) · 18 things to do within 15 mi
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#11
Woods Canyon Group Campground
Good
10.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 90°F
Woods Canyon Group Campground, located in Arizona, is a picturesque camping area that offers a variety of amenities. The campground features spacious group campsites that can…
Why 84: live conditions (good) · 18 things to do within 15 mi
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#12
Aspen Campground
Good
10.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 90°F
Aspen Campground is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Arizona. Situated amidst natural beauty, the campground offers a range of amenities to enhance the camping…
Why 84: live conditions (good) · 18 things to do within 15 mi
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#13
Fr 9350 Campground
Good
10.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 90°F
FR 9350 Campground, near Payson, Arizona, offers free dispersed camping with some semi-established sites. No reservations or permits are needed. There are no fees, toilets, water…
Why 84: live conditions (good) · 18 things to do within 15 mi
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#14
Fr 237 Camping Area
Good
7.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 54°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 87°F
FR 237 Camping Area in Arizona offers free, dispersed camping with no reservations or permits required. There are no established campsites, toilets, water, picnic tables, or…
Why 83: live conditions (good) · 17 things to do within 15 mi
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#15
Sharp Creek Campground and Group Sites
Good
13.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 90°F
Sharp Creek Campground And Group Sites is a splendid camping area located in Arizona. This well-maintained campground offers a range of amenities to enhance the camping…
Why 84: live conditions (good) · 18 things to do within 15 mi
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Camping near Forest Lakes
The Forest Lakes area has 53 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best camping near Forest Lakes
How are these campgrounds ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.