Reservation Lake

Reservation Lake is a 891-acre alpine lake located in Apache County, Arizona. The lake is situated at an elevation of 9,200 feet and is known for its excellent brook trout fishing. Access to the lake is provided via a one-lane concrete boat ramp located at the southern tip of the lake, just west of the dam.

For those looking to paddle or boat on the lake, it's important to note that there is no marina or boat rentals available on-site. Visitors will need to bring their own non-motorized or electric-powered watercraft. A boat permit is required, which can be purchased for $5 per day. Potable water is not available at the boat ramp or campground, so paddlers and boaters should come prepared with their own drinking water.

While the Reservation Lake campground does not have reservable sites, there are two nearby campgrounds - Apache Trout Campground and Buffalo Crossing Campground - that offer additional camping options in the area. Paddlers and boaters should plan accordingly and be prepared for the alpine environment, including cooler temperatures and potential afternoon thunderstorms.

If getting completely away from it all and experiencing the outdoors for all it has to offer is your camping ideal then plan your camping vacation in the Big Lake Recreation Area. Big Lake itself is 575 acres, and makes a convenient base for other local lakes like Crescent Lake, Lee Valley Lake and the East and West Forks of the Black River. Choose your site from one of nine campgrounds and...

If getting completely away from it all and experiencing the outdoors for all it has to offer is your camping ideal then plan your camping vacation in the Big Lake Recreation Area. Big Lake itself is 575 acres, and makes a convenient base for other local lakes like Crescent Lake, Lee Valley Lake and the East and West Forks of the Black River. Choose your site from one of nine campgrounds and experience exceptional hiking and mountain biking trails, wildlife viewing, and trout fishing. Campers have the convenience of paved roads, a dump station and showers, but no electric hookups. Apache Trout, the largest campground can accomodate RVs (max 45 feet) as well as in sections of Grayling Campground. Two campgrounds give tent campers the entire campground all to themselves. A visitor center and naturalist programs offer plenty of knowledge about the area. 

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