Established Camping
Apache National Forest Luna Lake Campground
Apache National Forest Luna Lake Campground is located near the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest in Arizona. The terrain consists of forested areas and open spaces, providing a natural setting for camping. Temperatures can range from lows in the 30s Fahrenheit in winter to highs in the 80s during summer, and nearby attractions include Luna Lake and the scenic views of the surrounding forest.
Description
Overview
Luna Lake Campground is a pleasant vacation site with open forest, lush meadows, a lake with great fishing, first rate mountain scenery and additional recreation facilities located within easy travel distance. This friendly campground is located in an open stand of ponderosa pines within walking distance of Luna Lake and 5 miles east of the town of Alpine, Arizona, close to the New Mexico border.
Recreation
Fishing, horseback riding, boating, mountain biking and hiking are some of the activities enjoyed by campers. A non-motorized trail system is open to horse, bicycle and pedestrian travel. Visitors should be aware that although horses are allowed on some of the trails, livestock is not permitted in the campground. Fishing is available in the lake, and a boat ramp provides easy access to the water. The lake is stocked with rainbow trout. The lake is used for irrigation during the summer; fishing is best in spring and early summer. A marina, fishing pier, bait shop, boat rentals and picnic area are located in the day use area. Families can also learn about the many cultural and natural features of the forest by attending educational programs in July and August.
Facilities
The rustic campground is located a short distance from Luna Lake. Three group campsites are available for reservation, one fits up to 40 people, another up to 56 and one large group site that can accommodate up to 120. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided.
Natural Features
The area sits at an elevation of 8,000 feet in the scenic Apache National Forest in eastern Arizona. The campground is near 75-acre Luna Lake, surrounded by a ponderosa pine forest. A large wetland for nesting waterfowl lines the lakeshore, providing good wildlife viewing opportunities.
Nearby Attractions
The town of Alpine is convenient for shopping and services. The area is also rich with cultural history, outdoor recreation and sightseeing opportunities, including the Coronado Trail Scenic Byway and Escudilla Wilderness. Visitors can explore endless vistas and take part in many outdoor activities in the surrounding Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, which encompasses 2 million acres of magnificent mountain country in east-central Arizona and New Mexico.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (928) 537-8888.
Location
Apache National Forest Luna Lake Campground is located in Arizona
Directions
From Alpine, drive 5 miles east on U.S. Highway 180 and turn north (left) onto Forest Road 570 just east of Luna Lake. Follow the gravel road one mile to the campground.
Address
APACHE-SITGREAVES
AZ
Coordinates
33.8352778 N
109.0819444 W
Detours Nearby
Upper Blue Campground
30 min away
Horse Springs Campground
44 min away
Drive Time
- 3 hrs 4 min from Flagstaff
- 3 hrs 23 min from Albuquerque
- 3 hrs 36 min from Las Cruces
- 4 hrs 9 min from Tucson
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
Verizon5GGood CoverageLast on 6/25/25- AT&TNo Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
