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LegendLyman Lake State Park Campground
Nice spot on the way to Petrified Forest N.P.
Great help from the campground ranger at the store to get a spot.
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Hawley Lake Apache Indian Reservation and Behr Art B&B house some of the most distinctive glamping accommodations in the White Mountains region. The Hawley Lake area includes cabins with glamping-style amenities surrounded by pristine mountain views, while Behr Art B&B features unique yurts with artistic touches. Both locations provide comfortable beds with linens, heating for cool mountain nights, and picnic areas for outdoor dining. Visitors staying at these glamping sites enjoy access to nearby lakes for fishing and boating, with Hawley Lake offering boat rentals directly on site. The accommodations blend rustic charm with modern comforts, creating spaces that feel both connected to nature and luxuriously appointed. According to a camper, "Hawley Lake is the perfect escape when you want to get out of the heat. Pristine views, cool weather during the summer and clean facilities almost make you feel like your not in Arizona anymore."
Brook Char Campground and Lyman Lake State Park complement the area's glamping options with additional amenities and activities. At Lyman Lake, visitors can explore petroglyphs and hiking trails with wonderful views of the surrounding landscape. The glamping sites provide easy access to fishing opportunities, with Hawley Lake particularly noted for its beautiful setting and rental options. Summer temperatures typically reach 80 degrees during the day and drop to the 50s at night, creating perfect conditions for enjoying outdoor fire pits under starry skies. Wildlife viewing is abundant throughout the region, with elk and deer commonly spotted near the glamping accommodations. One visitor noted, "A wonderland of flowering gardens, art, and stunning mountain views! Enjoy a soak in the hot tub, gaze at the starry night sky, and listen to the silence."
Best Glamping Campgrounds near Alpine (11)
1. Big Lake Campground
"Like my title implies, this is where you go if you really want to “get away” from It all! This gorgeous campground is remote, very remote."
"Great campsites within walk distance of the lake! Down fall is the campsites are big (enough room for all your camp friends) but you can only have two cars per site. Don’t let this keep you away!"
2. Rainbow (AZ)
"It is still a great place to escape the desert heat. It was 115 when we left the big city."
"The squirrels are voracious and chewed through my stuff sack with sealed food that I left on the picnic table when I went for a bike ride around the lake."
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $34 - $110 / night
3. Brook Char Campground
"Lots of shade and easy paths for walking around the grounds, plus there's potable water at several sites."
"Located next to Big Lake, the campsite was in a great location. Firepit, picnic table and restroom facilities close by. The camp host Bob was very nice and had plenty of firewood for purchase."
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $26 / night
4. Pueblo Park
"Nice big ponderosas, and very secluded. Nice vault toilets, tables and fire rings are available. Probably 10 to 15 sites with a large field for camping as well."
6. Reservation Lake Apache Indian Res
"There is a loop around the East side with many different sites. There is a host there also.Tables and fire pit at most sites and some within walking distance to lake to fish."
7. Lyman Lake State Park Campground
"The grounds were clean and the staff was very friendly and helpful. Bathrooms and showers are on site and several dumpsters are nearby to get rid of trash."
"FHU available Spacious sites Wind does come up Lake is down and good fishing Clean restrooms and showers Has store well stocked (no tobacco or alcohol) Fish cleaning station Nice viewing of stars at night"
51 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $25 - $80 / night
8. Hawley Lake Apache Indian Res
"We camped here when we had a permit to fish at nearby Christmas Tree Lake. Christmas Tree Lake is a beautiful little lake nestled in the White Mountains of Arizona on Apache land."
"Hawley Lake is the perfect escape when you want to get out of the heat. Pristine views, cool weather during the summer and clean facilities almost make you feel like your not in Arizona anymore."
9. Bighorn Campground
"There are 12 sites with tables, fire pit, and barbecue reasonably level. Why a good location, because it’s between catwalk national recreational trail and the ghost town called Magpllon town"
"I'll echo the other reviews: not much in the way of amenities but the prices is right and the location is great. Approximately 6 sites, some more private and more shaded than others. "
10. El Caso
"El Casi CG in Rec Area: Past the lake with large campsites. This is the only campground open in the rec area during our April visit.
Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good(71 yr olds in 17’ trailer.)"
"There is a vault toilet and big camp fire rings but no picnic tables."
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 59 min from Flagstaff, AZ
- 3 hrs 18 min from Albuquerque, NM
- 3 hrs 40 min from Las Cruces, NM
- 4 hrs 20 min from Tucson, AZ
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Glamping Reviews near Alpine, AZ
71 Reviews of 11 Alpine Campgrounds
- GGregory A.
ScoutPueblo Park
Six miles of a poor road.
The road is a county road that is narrow, rough and winding, many places only wide enough for one vehicle. Would advise not to pull a trailer or drive an RV on the road. Watch for ATVs.
MB's J.ScoutHawley Lake Apache Indian Res
Beautiful open area
Rv camping. Camping areas are big enough for 2-3 families
Nice amenities (Picnic table/ Firepit)
Calm campground nice with pets
- JJames K.
GuideBighorn Campground
Good base camp for the Gila Wilderness
I'll echo the other reviews: not much in the way of amenities but the prices is right and the location is great. Approximately 6 sites, some more private and more shaded than others. Just a basic campground with fire rings, dark skies, and a pit toilet. Quality of stay could vary based on which site you are in and how well behaved your neighbors are. My one night there was pretty good.
- BBill G.Guide
Pueblo Park
Great primitive camping spot.
Great place for seeing wildlife. Saw 13 doe elk, then big buck came later. Nice big ponderosas, and very secluded. Nice vault toilets, tables and fire rings are available. Probably 10 to 15 sites with a large field for camping as well.
Candy P.LegendRainbow (AZ)
Arizona’s best kept secret!
Rainbow campground at big lake is magical! This is the place to beat the heat and make summer memories. Tucked into the pines and aspens this campsite is a quick drive or hike down to the lake. You can’t go wrong with any of the sites, including the first come first serve loops.
Rod D.GuideRainbow (AZ)
Still a great place to escape the desert heat
It had been 28 years since we last camped at Rainbow. It is still a great place to escape the desert heat. It was 115 when we left the big city. Five hours later we found ourselves camped at 9100 feet, enjoying the cool temps in the mid 60's and the passing rain showers. Aspens, pines, and wildlife were all in abundance. Big Lake is a good fishing lake too.
The sites have plenty of space, shade, and privacy. Roads are paved and in good shape. The restrooms were constantly cleaned by the very friendly and capable staff from recreation resource management which operates the campground for the forest service.
Firewood and ice are available (stage 2 fire restrictions were in effect so no campfires), water was convenient as was gray water disposal. There is a centralized dump station, showers, and a small but educational visitor center. Trash dumpsters are centralized and easy to access.
If you don't fish there is still hiking to Mount Baldy, and short scenic drives to the very small towns of Greer and Alpine. We enjoyed exploring the miles of scenic forest roads, and wildlife viewing. We saw 4 Mexican gray wolves which was very special.
This is a very popular campground that accommodates all types of rigs. They do have first come first serve sites available, but it is recommended to make reservations at least 4 days in advance. Reservations can be made at recreation.gov. It's always best practice to print a copy of your reservation. There is no cell service in this area.
We look forward to camping again at Rainbow.
Roger W.LegendEl Caso
Only CG at Rec Area Open in April
El Casi CG in Rec Area: Past the lake with large campsites. This is the only campground open in the rec area during our April visit.
(Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good(71 yr olds in 17’ trailer.)
Overall Rating: 4 for large sites. However, our site was trashy . Toilets are only moderately clean. Warnings are posted that no OHV allowed . A large group has camped at one end of the campground using Senegal sites. . Looks like it works out well. Price 2023: Free Security: None Usage during visit: 1/4 full Site Privacy: No Site Spacing: Large sites, well spaced. Pad surface: dirt SITE CLEANLINESS: most sites I noticed were trashy. We needed to pick up trash at our site upon arrival. Reservations: First come first serve Campground Noise: Quiet Outside Road Noise: Gravel access road along side of the campground. Some sites near this access road may get a little dusty, I suppose, during dryer times of the year Through Traffic in campground: no Electric Hookup: no Sewer Hookup: no Dump Station: At Pynon campground, which is not open until May. Charge for dog thing is going up for five dollars to $15 in. Potable Water Available: not at the campground. Generators: yes Bathroom: pit toilets. Not as clean as they should be. Supplied. Showers: no Pull Throughs: yes Cell Service (AT&T): no Setting: under scattered trees. Recent Weather: very cool nights Solar: yes Insects: no Host: no Rig Size: any size Sites: sites are not numbered
- Roger W.Legend
Cottonwood
Great for a Stopover
Cottonwood Campground: (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good
(71 yr olds in 17’ trailer.)
Overall Rating: Not an appealing campground except as a stop over. Security: no Usage during visit: light Site Privacy: no Pad surface: Dirt Reservations: No Outside Road Noise: This cg is right off the highway. Some sites back up towards the highway. Through Traffic in campground: No Setting: Under tree canopy. Solar: solar looks to be pretty good in most sites.
Insects: Did not seem to be a problem during our brief April visit. Host: No Sites: Near highway. Site 1 backs up towards the highway.
Guide to Alpine
Alpine, Arizona sits at 8,050 feet elevation in the White Mountains, creating a distinct glamping environment compared to typical Arizona desert terrain. Summer temperatures average 80°F during day and 50°F at night, allowing for comfortable outdoor activities without extreme heat. The region connects to the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest with numerous alpine lakes that support fishing, wildlife viewing, and water recreation.
What to Do
Fishing opportunities: Big Lake Campground offers excellent trout fishing with boat rentals available at the marina. "Had the best time at Big Lake, AZ. First off though, reserve a camp site on-line. I didn't but got lucky because we arrived on a Thursday. The scenery is beautiful. The weather was beautiful and the fishing was good," reports Joseph K.
Wildlife viewing: The alpine meadows and forests provide excellent opportunities to spot local wildlife. A camper at Rainbow Campground noted, "Quiet, beautiful, and clean. We even had visits from deer, a very bold skunk, chipmunks, squirrels, and blue jays. The camp hosts were delightful, too!"
Hiking trails: The area offers multiple trail systems with views of surrounding mountains and lakes. "I found the first non-motorized trail off the gravel Forest Service road by the lake. The forest had burned in 2011 according to warning signs, but by 2020 there was new growth and plenty of trees survived. The trail teamed with wildlife," writes Jacob W. about his Rainbow Campground experience.
What Campers Like
Cool summer temperatures: The high elevation makes this area ideal for escaping summer heat found in lower Arizona regions. One camper at Hawley Lake Apache Indian Res shared, "This is probably the most beautiful campground I have been to so far. 80 degree days and 50 degree nights. Perfect for campfires under the blanket of millions of stars."
Private, wooded campsites: Many glamping sites in Alpine feature well-spaced, private camping areas. "Hubs and I took a trip up to Big Lake, AZ (near Alpine, AZ) and stayed in site 20 at Grayling Campground. The sites are large and well spaced," explains Elisa in her review.
Stargazing conditions: The area's dark skies and high elevation create prime conditions for night sky viewing. "It was beautiful. The camp sites are laid at where you don't feel like you are right on top of your neighbor," notes Warren about his experience at Rainbow Campground.
What You Should Know
Reservation requirements: Many popular glamping sites require advance booking. "First off though, reserve a camp site on-line. I didn't but got lucky because we arrived on a Thursday," advises Joseph K. about Big Lake.
Wildlife precautions: Local wildlife, including skunks and bears, require proper food storage. At Brook Char Campground, one camper notes: "Bears frequent the area so you must lock up all food and trash in your car overnight."
Weather variability: Alpine weather changes quickly, especially during monsoon season. "Rained a couple of hours each night but it lulls you right to sleep," reports Cyndi S. about her camping experience.
Access considerations: Some glamping locations have challenging access roads. "The directions given on the site for how to find this campground were not very clear. We spent a lot of time double and triple checking where we were," warns Hannah L. about Brook Char Campground.
Tips for Camping with Families
Lakeside activities: Lyman Lake State Park Campground provides family-friendly amenities near water. "My family stayed here for 3 nights. The grounds were clean and the staff was very friendly and helpful. Bathrooms and showers are on site and several dumpsters are nearby to get rid of trash. The on site store sold firewood, bait, fishing and boating gear, snacks and souvenirs."
Educational opportunities: Many glamping sites offer learning opportunities for children. "There is a rock squeeze in the trail too," mentions Jessica S. about the petroglyph trails at Lyman Lake.
Wildlife spotting: Children enjoy the abundant wildlife viewing opportunities. Mike C. from Big Lake shares: "Wildlife: we saw blue jays, squirrels, chipmunks, as well as several elk who wandered through camp in the early evening."
Tent selection: Some campgrounds have tent-specific areas with better amenities. "The tent-only campground is small, but the sites are large and have multiple great clearings for tents. Lots of shade and easy paths for walking around the grounds, plus there's potable water at several sites," writes Taryn S. about Brook Char.
Tips from RVers
Hookup availability: El Caso provides RV camping options with varying levels of hookups. "There are 5 camping areas within this campground. We stayed in the 4th area and were the only campers. This area had two sites that could accommodate a travel trailer or motorhome."
Dump station locations: Plan for waste disposal if staying multiple days. "There is a dump and water station a mile away. 5.00 charge to dump," notes Brad P. from El Caso.
Campsite selection: Choose sites based on your RV's specific needs. "Several full-hookup spots, wildlife, friendly-helpful Hosts. $29.00 full hookup with senior Parks Card," explains Paul B. about Big Lake's Apache Trout Campgrounds.
Water availability: Not all glamping sites offer water hookups. "There is a dump station down the road. There is another campground for full hook-ups down the way," shares Warren about Rainbow Campground.
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