Grayling Campground

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Grayling Campground

Situated in the mixed conifer and aspen, Grayling Campground offers perhaps the most secluded sites in the Big Lake complex. It sits on the shoreline of the lake in a mixed conifer and aspen forest and affords visitors many recreational opportunities in a quiet, scenic setting. Popular activities include trout fishing and hiking. Natural Features: Grayling sits in the White Mountains at an elevation of 9,000 feet. It is a very scenic area, forested with ponderosa pine, Douglas fir, spruce and aspen trees, which provide ample shade. Summer temperatures are pleasant and cool, a nice respite from the heat of lower deserts. Visitors should come prepared for cool nighttime temperatures and occasional summer rain storms. Recreation: The campground is adjacent to 450-acre Big Lake, one of Arizona’s top fishing lakes. The lake is known for its trout fishing, with rainbow, cutthroat, brook and Apache being the most sought-after species. The recreation area is also popular for hiking, mountain biking, birding and wildlife viewing. Facilities: • All 23 campsites in this small facility are located along one loop. • Some sites have a view of the lake, though none are directly on the waterfront. • A dump station for RV campers is one mile away. • A store is also nearby with gas, food, boat rentals and firewood for sale.

Before you go

Scenic drives that pass close

• White Mountain Scenic Road3 mi
• Coronado Trail Scenic Byway13 mi
• White River Scenic Road30 mi