Dairy Springs
Dairy Springs is a comfortable campground tucked away in a scenic area of northern Arizona. Its main attraction is the seasonal Mormon Lake which, when filled with water, draws visitors for fishing, windsurfing and wildlife watching. Hiking, biking, horseback riding and photography are available year-round. The facility has both individual and group sites that can accommodate groups of many sizes, including large families.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 27 |
| Tent-only | 3 |
| Group sites | 2 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
32 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | DAIR | Group | Pull-through | 40 | Gravel | Full | – / No | 40 / 8 | Yes |
| 01 | Tent only | Gravel | Full | – / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | |||
| 02 | Tent only | Gravel | Full | – / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | |||
| 03 | Tent only | Gravel | Full | – / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | |||
| 04 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Full | – / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 05 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Full | – / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 06 | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Full | – / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 07 | Standard | 30 | Gravel | Full | – / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 08 | Standard | 30 | Gravel | Full | – / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 09 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Full | – / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
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 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 40 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
The moderate-sized campground has 30 single unit campsites with tables and cooking grills, in addition to two group sites that can each hold 40 people and may be reserved at the same time for a group of up to 80 campers. Campsites are nicely spaced with plenty of room and shade. Visitors can walk along a self-guided nature trail or attend a campfire program at the facility's amphitheater. Fifteen single unit sites are available at the adjacent Double Springs Campground by reservations only.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Temporarily closed |
| Season | early May to Oct 11 |
| Forest | Coconino National Forest Recreation |
| Fees | Campsite: $26 per night, up to eight people with one vehicle. Second vehicle per night: $10.00 additional. Group site: $135, up to 40 people and eight vehicles. 15 sites are reservable/15 sites are first come. |
| Rules | Pets must always be restrained or on a leash. No horses allowed in the campground. Motorbikes may only be used for entering or leaving campsite. 14 day stay limit. Quiet hours: 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. (running generators not permitted during quiet hours) |
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Getting there
From Flagstaff, Arizona, go southeast on Lake Mary Road/Forest Road 3, for 21 miles. Turn right (west) on Forest Road 90 at the north end of Mormon Lake. Proceed 4 miles to Dairy Springs Campground (4.6 miles to Double Springs Campground).
| Coordinates | 34.9561° N, 111.4854° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedNewman Piles Rx
10 mi from the campground · 751 acres
- PrescribedNewman 2 Piles Rx
10 mi from the campground · 723 acres
- PrescribedWalker Hill 2 Piles Rx
29 mi from the campground · 356 acres
- PrescribedWalker Hill Piles Rx
30 mi from the campground · 725 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | The Hike House ↗ | 17 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 19.7 mi |
| RV sales & service | Little Dealer Little Prices ↗ | 53.5 mi |
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Dairy Springs Campground, Coconino National Forest, Arizona Campsite Photos
Worth a stop
The closest town is Mormon Lake, Arizona. This small and scenic mountain resort village is conveniently close to the campground and offers horseback rides, mountain bike rentals, a country store, service station and steakhouse.
- 7.6 mi
- 12.1 mi
- 14.7 mi
Trails nearby
- 0.2 miMormon Mountain2.6 mi trail
- 0.2 miLedges0.6 mi trail
- 0.3 miDairy Springs Loop (frd)0.2 mi trail
- 1.8 miLakeview0.5 mi trail
- 3.2 miNavajo Springs1.2 mi trail
- 4.6 miPinegrove Connector0.6 mi trail
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 Coconino National Forest.
- inCoconino National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,000,952 acres
- 12.7 miMunds Mountain Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 18,109 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
- Mormon Lake Lookout CabinBuilding · Mormon Lake · 5.8 mi
- Lee Butte Lookout Tower and CabinStructure · Happy Jack · 8.9 mi
- Walnut Canyon DamStructure · Flagstaff · 14.5 mi
Natural features
Dairy Springs sits in a picturesque forest of old Ponderosa pine and oak trees with a grassy understory. The campground is at an elevation of 7,100 ft. and has summers that are characteristically sunny, warm and dry, with the occasional afternoon thunderstorm. Dairy Springs is adjacent to Double Springs Campground, which has a spring that runs to the surface just above the camping area.
Recreation
Recreation usually centers around fishing in nearby Mormon Lake (seasonally). The area is ripe with additional outdoor activities. Three hiking trails originate at Dairy Springs and one at nearby Double Springs. The trails lead to scenic overlooks of Mormon Lake and surrounding prairies, forests and volcanoes. Wildlife watching is also popular. It's a very good place to spot hawks, including northern harriers and ospreys. The area boasts a healthy population of elk and mule deer too.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Dairy Springs?
Sites at Dairy Springs are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Dairy Springs?
Campsite: $26 per night, up to eight people with one vehicle. Second vehicle per night: $10.00 additional. Group site: $135, up to 40 people and eight vehicles.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Dairy Springs?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Dairy Springs open right now?
Temporarily closed as of Oct 16, 2026. Season early May to Oct 11.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Dairy Springs have?
32 sites, including 27 standard sites without power, 3 tent-only sites, and 2 group sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Dairy Springs?
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Dairy Springs?
Yes, pets are allowed at Dairy Springs. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Dairy Springs?
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. Pets must always be restrained or on a leash.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at Dairy Springs?
Recreation usually centers around fishing in nearby Mormon Lake (seasonally). The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Dairy Springs is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Double Springs (1.1 mi, partly first-come), Pinegrove (5.3 mi, partly first-come), and Ashurst Lake (6.2 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby