Best Glamping near Show Low, AZ

Hawley Lake Apache Indian Reservation and Holbrook/Petrified Forest KOA house upscale glamping accommodations in the White Mountains region, offering a blend of outdoor adventure and comfort. The glamping options include cabins with modern amenities, yurts with comfortable furnishings, and specialized glamping units designed for luxury camping experiences. One visitor noted, "The cabins are great if you're trying to check out the Petrified Forest, with a bathroom that looks like it was just added and it's really nice!" Guests at these locations enjoy amenities such as electricity, running water, picnic tables, and fire rings, with some sites featuring private yards and wind shield fences. The Holbrook KOA even offers deluxe sites with covered picnic tables, hot and cold water access, and proximity to heated bathroom and shower facilities.

Rainbow Campground in Apache National Forest provides glamping experiences at 9,100 feet elevation, where summer temperatures remain comfortably in the mid-60s amid aspen and pine forests. Visitors can explore nearby Christmas Tree Lake for Apache trout fishing, with permits available for a controlled fishing experience that protects the native species. According to a camper, "We saw four Mexican gray wolves which was very special." The area features miles of scenic forest roads for wildlife viewing, hiking trails to Mount Baldy, and short drives to the towns of Greer and Alpine. Glamping guests appreciate the educational visitor center, centralized amenities including showers, and the constant maintenance by friendly staff. Most locations recommend reservations at least four days in advance through recreation.gov, especially during peak summer months when visitors seek escape from desert heat.

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Best Glamping Sites Near Show Low, Arizona (11)

1. Pinetop Lakeside Valhalla
1 Review
Lakeside, AZ
9 miles
Website
+1 (928) 882-2665
$100 - $1000 / night
2. Hawley Lake Apache Indian Res
6 Reviews
Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, AZ
25 miles
Website
+1 (928) 338-1230
"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."

3. Holbrook/Petrified Forest KOA
39 Reviews
Holbrook, AZ
45 miles
Website
+1 (928) 524-6689
"It also has privacy fencing on each side and full hookups. With our KOA discount it was $81.83. This was our first time with this large of a spot."

"It also has a pool, playground, small libary, and a well stocked store, everyday they cook food that you can buy instead of cooking yourself."
4. Lyman Lake State Park Campground
18 Reviews
St. Johns, AZ
37 miles
Website
+1 (928) 337-4441
$25 - $80 / night
"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"

5. Mountain Retreat in Heber
1 Review
Heber-Overgaard, AZ
30 miles
Website
$23 - $60 / night
"You definitely cant beat the price and its nice that the rate includes water, electric and sewage."
6. Rainbow (AZ)
10 Reviews
Greer, AZ
45 miles
Website
+1 (928) 537-8888
$26 - $90 / night
"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."

7. Sinkhole Campground
9 Reviews
Forest Lakes, AZ
49 miles
Website
+1 (928) 535-9859
$25 / night
"There was a “sewage” smell for about 10 feet around the bathroom building, but absolutely no smell inside other than the air freshener."

"This is the only campground near Willow Springs Lake. Only 26 units but a good spot for even large trailers. No utility hookups."
8. Brook Char Campground
6 Reviews
Greer, AZ
45 miles
Website
+1 (928) 735-7313
$20 / night
"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."

9. Reservation Lake Apache Indian Res
2 Reviews
Greer, AZ
42 miles
+1 (520) 338-4385
"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."
10. JoeStar Ranch Under Milky Way
2 Reviews
Holbrook, AZ
46 miles
Website
+1 (480) 619-7143
$10 - $15 / night
"Upon arrival you find yourself on a prehistoric lakebed, just nature. Away from it all on the off beaten path to get there but hey 1.25 acres for camping and exploring Jojo!"

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Marion D.
Guide
Mar. 24, 2018
Holbrook/Petrified Forest KOA
Average Campsite
The Holbrook KOA is conveniently near Petrified national forest, which makes it an easy place to set up camp because of it's proximity. The campsite was somewhat under construction and it looked like they were adding some additional campsites which is exciting. They offer plenty of amenities (running water, electricity, wifi and playgrounds for the kids.

All of the tent campsites are right next to each other, so you will get to know your neighbors pretty well. When I went I was the only person tent camping which made it great for privacy. My only issue with the campsite is the location of where the tent camps are set up, it is really close to the I-40, you will hear truckers and other cars drive by while your sleeping at night which made it difficult to fall asleep. I think it would be better if they moved the tent camping to the other side of the park that way your farther away from all the highway noise.
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Missy A.
Traveler
Jun. 12, 2024
Holbrook/Petrified Forest KOA
Never disappoints
We live in the Phoenix area, and we use this KOA as a launching off point for trips to the East. The staff are always friendly and helpful. The grounds are well maintained. We were assigned spot #58 which is a big spot with a paver patio, furniture and a firepit. It also has privacy fencing on each side and full hookups. With our KOA discount it was $81.83. This was our first time with this large of a spot. Next time, we will go back to a regular spot again for a better price. The location is just off Interstate 40 which makes it convenient, but you can hear some of the freeway noise and an occasional train. They serve a delicious breakfast with a good variety that has an all you can eat pancake option for only $3.99. There is also a Cowboy Cookout every night. They are making more improvements to the grounds. Some spots will have a private enclosed patio with a gazebo and fire pit. For dog owners, there are some spots with your own enclosure, but those are hard to get. There is a dog run as well as a designated dog walking area with trees and trash cans.
Taryn S.
Guide
Jun. 2, 2021
Brook Char Campground
Some of the best tent camping in AZ
We're frequent campers, and this is one of our favorite spots in AZ!

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. Central bathrooms with running water are kept very clean, plus there's trash service and a (very friendly) camp host if you need anything.

Directly across a small road from Big Lake and the boat ramp. There are several places to go right down to the shore, and it's only a 5-6 minute walk along the road to the general store and boat rental area, where there's also a fish cleaning station. Brookchar is just down the road from the giant Rainbow Lake, so you'll hear some RVs and ATVs on the road, but very minimal.

We camped in site 12, which in our opinion is the best! Closest to the lake with water views, plus parking right outside your site for 2 vehicles (other sites, you park in a main lot). Bring your fishing gear and kayak/SUP (can also rent very reasonably)!

Over Memorial Day weekend, we saw highs close to 80 and lows in the high 30s/low 40s. Only sprinkled once!

It's also just an hour from Pinetop-Lakeside, so it's easy to make grocery stops or even grab a coffee (try Pinetop Coffee House + Roasters right on the highway!) on your way in/out.
Gerald R.
Traveler
Apr. 17, 2020
Reservation Lake Apache Indian Res
Many different camp sites from RV to tent camping.
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. We went to fish and it was quite slow but going back end of May 2020 with an RV.
Daniel L.
Ranger
Aug. 31, 2018
Holbrook/Petrified Forest KOA
Clean, friendly, and comfy
This KOA has lot's of space, from private tent sites to RV with full hookups, fully equipped cabins, even a giant Wigwam to stay at. It also has a pool, playground, small libary, and a well stocked store, everyday they cook food that you can buy instead of cooking yourself. This KOA is in the route 66 town of Holbrook, a small quiet town, with gas, groceries, and fast food all with in a mile of the campsite, the Petirfied Forest is a 30 mintue drive away and worth the trip. During this trip we took a big family group, and normally we tent camp, but we decided to stay in their biggest cabin, it was big and beautiful 3 a/c units, full small kitchen, loft full bathroom and lot's of comfy seat's, all you had to do was bring your clothes and food, everything was there for you. From the gas grill to the fully equipped kitchen, it was a super easy stay. This cabin slept 7 and had a eat in porch as well. It was a little on the pricey side at $160 a night but we felt worth it's price.Check out the video for a video tour of the cabin.
JB L.
Guide
May. 8, 2020
Lyman Lake State Park Campground
Very nice park
My family stayed here for 3 nights. We originally booked a site with no hookups but asked during check in and one was available. 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. The fishing was decent for catfish but you have to compete with the strong winds. Very few boaters when we were there. The petroglyphs were awesome with some nice hiking trails.
Kari T.
Legend
Sep. 25, 2016
Holbrook/Petrified Forest KOA
Holbrook's Family-Friendly Campground
The KOA in Holbrook, AZ, is conveniently located just west of Petrified Forest National Park. A quick 10-minute drive to the SW entrance will reward you with a quiet, easy entrance to the park. From there, you can drive through the park and end up at the main visitor center on the northern end, near the Painted Desert.

This campground has a nice, yet older, playground, a swimming pool (open seasonally), and offers full hookups (including cable for an extra fee), tent sites, and cabins. The "kamping kitchen" is open for cowboy cookouts, including dinner and breakfast (at extra charge), and we sampled their all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast, which was the best one our 5-year-old ate on our entire trip! Right near the kitchen is a sampling of petrified wood to get you in the spirit of exploration. The owners are very friendly, and even in June this campground felt uncrowded. Sites are a bit close together, but with our small 17-foot trailer, we had plenty of room, a picnic table, and fire ring. The owners were also helpful about giving directions and suggestions about all the attractions in the area. There is also a laundry room on site.
Hannah L.
Guide
Aug. 24, 2020
Brook Char Campground
Unclear Directions
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 to make sure we were going the right way. We ended up giving up because it was getting dark only to find out later that we were very close to it. The drive to the campsite is incredibly beautiful, though. It is about 2 hours east of Show Low. I’m sure it would have been beautiful if it weren’t so hard to find and we had better directions.
Patrick J.
Legend
Jul. 11, 2024
Holbrook/Petrified Forest KOA
Nice location if coming to Holbrook AZ
Great proximity to the Petrified forrest NP. Campsites were wide and level. Nice amenities include the chairs, table and fire pit. It also had a fair amount of privacy. Nice experience. Staff were. friendly and helpful.

The power did go out with 102F. The staff restored power and came around to all campsites with the status, Much appreciated.