Luna Lake
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.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 29 |
| Group sites | 3 |
| Host/management | 28 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 100 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
32 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group Site A | Group | Back-in | 99 | Gravel | Full | 120 / 30 | Yes |
| Group Site B | Group | Back-in | 99 | Gravel | Full | 56 / 14 | |
| Group Site C | Group | Back-in | 99 | Gravel | Full | 40 / 10 | |
| 002 | Standard | Pull-through | 100 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 1 | |
| 003 | Standard | Pull-through | Gravel | Full | 8 / 1 | ||
| 004 | Standard | Pull-through | 69 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 1 | |
| 005 | Standard | Pull-through | 80 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 1 | |
| 006 | Standard | Back-in | 52 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 1 | |
| 007 | Standard | Pull-through | 100 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 1 | |
| 008 | Standard | Pull-through | Gravel | Full | 8 / 1 |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 01:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 192 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
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.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Season | May |
| Forest | Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest |
| Booking | Make a reservation |
| Fees | Group Site A (per night) $125.00 (Fee applies to all 30 vehicles / 120 people) Group Site B (per night) $60.00 (Fee applies to all 14 vehicles / 56 people) Group Site C (per night) $50.00 (Fee applies to all 10 vehicles / 40 people) Restriction Note: Due to eagle nesting Group Site A generally… |
Weather by month
Getting there
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.
| Coordinates | 33.8353° N, 109.0819° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- Visitors should be aware that although horses are allowed on some of the trails, livestock is not permitted in the campground.
Fire nearby
- PrescribedD6 - Luna Rx
1 mi from the campground · 2,156 acres
- PrescribedD6 - Heifer Rx
14 mi from the campground · 3,116 acres
- PrescribedD6 Wallow West Unit 6 Rx
21 mi from the campground · 7,605 acres
- PrescribedD3 Hagen Rx
31 mi from the campground · 5,757 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 18.8 mi |
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Worth a stop
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.
- 0.5 miLuna Lake Marina - Boats, Bait, And Beyond ↗Boat launch
- 0.6 miLuna Lake Day Use Area ↗Day use
- 7.4 miToboggan Hill Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 7.9 miDry Blue #61 Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 8 miHulsey Lake Fishing Site ↗Fishing site
Trails nearby
- 0.4 miLuna Lake Long Loop ↗7.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.4 miLuna Lake Short Loop2.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.9 miGeorges Lake4.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.3 miLuna Lake Bike Trailhead ↗Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests.
- inApache-Sitgreaves National Forests ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,110,688 acres
- 6.4 miEscudilla Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 5,158 acres
- 7.2 miGila National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 3,389,394 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Alpine Elementary SchoolBuilding · Alpine · 3.5 mi
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.
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. 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.
Guidebooks for Arizona
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- Best Backpacking Trips in Utah, Arizona, and New MexicoMike White and Douglas Lorain, 2016Find at Bookshop.org
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Luna Lake?
Sites at Luna Lake are reservable on Recreation.gov. Make a reservation Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Luna Lake?
Group Site A (per night) $125.00 (Fee applies to all 30 vehicles / 120 people) Group Site B (per night) $60.00 (Fee applies to all 14 vehicles / 56 people) Group Site C (per night) $50.00 (Fee applies to all 10 vehicles / 40 people) Restriction Note: Due to eagle nesting Group Site A generally…
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Luna Lake?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 01:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Luna Lake open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026. Season May.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Luna Lake have?
60 sites, including 29 standard sites without power and 3 group sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Luna Lake?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Luna Lake?
Yes, pets are allowed at Luna Lake. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Luna Lake?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 4 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Is there cell service at Luna Lake?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Luna Lake?
Fishing, horseback riding, boating, mountain biking and hiking are some of the activities enjoyed by campers. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Luna Lake is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Head of the Ditch Campground (5.6 mi, first-come), Alpine Divide Campground (5.8 mi, first-come), and Upper Blue Campground (9.9 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby