Established Camping
Show Low Lake Campground
Show Low Lake Campground, near Lakeside, Arizona, is a fantastic spot for those looking to enjoy the great outdoors while still having access to town amenities. With its spacious sites and a friendly atmosphere, it’s a solid choice for both tent campers and RV enthusiasts.
This campground is open year-round and features essential amenities like drinking water, electric hookups, and clean restrooms. Campers have praised the cleanliness of the facilities, with one visitor noting, “The bathrooms are always clean and the showers are hot.” You’ll find picnic tables at each site, perfect for enjoying meals outdoors, and fire rings for cozy campfire evenings.
Located right next to Show Low Lake, the campground offers plenty of opportunities for fishing, swimming, and hiking. There’s a scenic biking and hiking trail around the lake that many visitors love to explore. If you’re lucky, you might even spot some local wildlife while you’re out and about.
While weekends can get busy, especially during holidays, many campers appreciate the peaceful vibe during the weekdays. As one reviewer put it, “This campground was really nice and quiet on the weekdays.” Whether you're here for a quick getaway or a longer stay, Show Low Lake Campground has a lot to offer for a memorable camping experience.
Description
Municipal
Head to the heart of the White Mountains, Show Low Lake Campground! Nestled in the town of Show Low, Arizona, experience all the outdoor fun of camping in the woods with shopping and entertainment just minutes away.
At 6,500 feet elevation, Show Low Lake campground surrounds a stunning 100 acre lake. The tree studded grounds are open year round offering 75 camping sites, some with electric hook-ups, as well as dump station, restrooms, shower facilities (seasonal), day use picnic ramadas, and playground. A small convenience store (seasonal) offers up bait, tackle, boat rentals, drinks and snacks.
Fee Info
Fees for camping are only for the site. A required $10 fee is charged per reservation as well.
Location
Show Low Lake Campground is located in Arizona
Directions
From jct US 60 & Hwy 260: Go 4 mi SE on Hwy 260, then 1 mi E on Show Low Lake Rd, at Navajo Hospital.
Address
5800 Show Lake Rd
Lakeside, AZ 85929
Coordinates
34.19316622 N
110.00659097 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonGood
- AT&TGood
- T-MobileAvailable
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 6 min from Flagstaff
- 3 hrs 4 min from Phoenix
- 3 hrs 5 min from Prescott Valley
- 3 hrs 28 min from Tucson