Campground

Dogtown Lake Campground And Group

Kaibab National Forest
Near Williams, Arizona

Facilities

The campground offers 50 individual campsites, four double sites and one group site that can host up to 80 people overnight. All sites are accessible. The sites are level with pull-through and back-in options for RVs. Restrooms, garbage bins and water faucets are available, however, there is no dump station at the facility.

Natural Features

Kaibab National Forest is nestled on the Colorado Plateau, an area of land that was uplifted by geologic processes. Dogtown Lake sits at an elevation of 7,050 feet. The lake got its name from the extensive prairie dog "towns" that once covered open areas near the lake. In spite of the name, this medium-sized body of water is surrounded by trees.

Summer temperatures range from 50 degrees at night to 80-90 degrees during the day. Summer thunderstorms, known as the monsoon, can build up quickly, especially during July and August. Snow is common from December through March.

Recreation

Campers are drawn to the area's hiking and fishing opportunities. The lake is stocked with trout, crappie and channel catfish. Visitors can enjoy a guided nature trail near the lake and a hiking trail that leads to a scenic overlook of the area from the top of nearby Davenport Hill.

The calm waters are inviting for canoes, kayaks and electric motorboats. Single motors of one horsepower or less are permitted.

Recreation Sites

  • Standard Nonelectric
  • Group Standard Nonelectric
  • Overnight

Activities

  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Interpretive Programs
  • Camping
  • Climbing
  • Boating
  • Biking
  • Picnicking
  • Amphitheater

Amenities

  • Accessible Vault Toilets
  • Boat Ramp
  • Drinking Water
  • Host
  • Picnic Area
  • Picnic Table
  • Quiet Area
  • Satellite TV Access
  • Tent Pad
  • Grills/Fire Ring
  • Accessibility
  • BBQ
  • Fire Pit

Nearby Attractions

Grand Canyon National Park's South Rim is just over one hour north of the campground. The cities of Williams and Flagstaff have amenities such as shops, restaurants and cultural and historic sites.

From canyons to prairies, peaks to plateaus, Kaibab National Forest offers layers of opportunity for peace, solitude and discovery. Over 300 miles of trails, some clinging to the rims of the Grand Canyon, allow visitors to step off the beaten path into uncrowded landscapes.

Getting Here

Latitude
35° 12' 40.2001" N
Longitude
112° 7' 25.7999" W
In Williams, Arizona, turn south onto 4th Street (County Road 73) and drive about 5 miles to Forest Road 140. Turn left and proceed about 4 miles to Forest Road 132. Turn left and proceed 1 mile to Dogtown Campground. Forest Roads 140 and 132 are gravel roads.

Need to Know

  • No utility hookups
  • This is a high elevation facility; use caution when traveling from lower elevations
  • No swimming allowed in lake
  • All firewood used in the group site fireplace must first be approved by campground host for type and size to avoid excess smoke and reduce residue in the chimney
  • Small electric boat motors only
  • Motorbikes and ATVs can only be used to enter and leave the area
  • No waste water drained onto ground
  • Click here for more about Grand Canyon National Park
  • Click here for more about Kaibab National Forest
  • Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

    • Contact Information

    WILLIAMS, AZ 86046

    For facility specific information, please call (928) 537-8888.

    camping@rrmofa.com

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