Established Camping
Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area Campground
Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area Campground, near Show Low, Arizona, is a fantastic spot for those looking to escape the heat and enjoy the great outdoors. With its clean sites and stunning views of the lake, it’s a favorite among families and nature lovers alike.
This campground offers a range of amenities, including electric hookups, drinking water, and well-maintained bathrooms with showers. Campers rave about the cleanliness and upkeep, with one visitor noting, “The campground and bathrooms are clean.” The spacious sites allow for a bit of privacy, although some are shared, which can be great for group camping.
Outdoor activities abound here, with plenty of hiking trails and opportunities for kayaking on the lake. The surrounding Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest provides a beautiful backdrop, making it a perfect spot for wildlife watching and enjoying the serene atmosphere. As one happy camper put it, “Waking up to nice cool weather, enjoying a nice fire... makes my heart happy.”
If you’re planning a visit, be sure to book ahead, as this popular campground fills up quickly. Whether you’re pitching a tent or parking your RV, Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area is a delightful place to unwind and connect with nature.
Description
State Park
Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest
Enjoy this gorgeous slice of Arizona's White Mountain region from your personal campsite! Listen as a gentle breeze blows through pine boughs, watch big, white, fluffy clouds careen through the sky, and feel the cool northern Arizona chill on your skin. Experience the magic of watching a herd of elk feeding lakeside, or the exhilaration of a fish on the end of your line. We'll provide the possibility of adventure, all you have to do is show up and make memories!
Non-hook-up (Tent Only) Sites 31 sites: Maximum of two vehicles and six adults per site, 10 people total. Concrete pads, fire ring and picnic table, restrooms and showers. RVs are not allowed in non-hook-up (tent only) sites.
Electric RV sites 92 sites: 30 Amp service (some 50 Amp available). Can accommodate up to 40-foot rigs. Water available at all sites. Mallard and Redhead Loops also have sewer available. Maximum of two vehicles and six adults each, 12 people total.
April 1 through Oct. 30, there is a two night minimum stay for weekend camping: you must reserve both Friday and Saturday night.
Location
Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area Campground is located in Arizona
Directions
In Show Low, AZ, at the intersection of State Rts. 260 and 77 and US Rt. 60, take State Rt. 260 (Clark Rd.) west 1.9 miles to Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area sign (Old Linden Rd.). Turn right onto Old Linden Rd. and go 0.6 miles to another Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area sign. Turn left at the sign and go 0.5 miles to the campground entrance.
Address
1500 North Fool Hollow Lake Road
Show Low, AZ 85901
Coordinates
34.2737121582031 N
110.060302734375 W
Access
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Stay Connected
- WiFiAvailable
- VerizonAvailable
- AT&TFair
- T-MobileAvailable
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 4 min from Flagstaff
- 2 hrs 53 min from Phoenix
- 2 hrs 54 min from Prescott Valley
- 3 hrs 20 min from Tucson