White Horse Lake Campground
White Horse Lake is an extremely popular fishing lake, 19 miles southeast of Williams, in northern Arizona. The lake's campground is conveniently located an hour from Grand Canyon National Park's south rim and surrounded by the exciting and diverse scenery of Kaibab National Forest. A number of forest attractions are nearby, including scenic overlooks, dams and hiking and mountain biking trails. Please be advised: cell phone service can be poor/unreliable at the campground.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 79 |
| Tent-only | 8 |
| Group sites | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 50 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
88 sites in 6 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | A | Standard | Back-in | 60 | Paved | 8 / 1 | Yes | Yes | |||
| 002 | A | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes | Yes | ||
| 003 | A | Standard | Back-in | 50 | Paved | 8 / 1 | Yes | Yes | |||
| 004 | A | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes | Yes | ||
| 005 | A | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 16 / 2 | Yes | Yes | ||
| 006 | A | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 16 / 2 | Yes | Yes | ||
| 007 | A | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Partial | 16 / 2 | Yes | Yes | ||
| 008 | A | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes | Yes | ||
| 009 | A | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes | Yes | ||
| 010 | A | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Paved | 8 / 1 | Yes | Yes | Standard |
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 1:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 50 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
| Accessibility | Sites 001, 002, 003, 004 and 84 more are listed accessible |
White Horse Lake boasts 77 single unit campsites with tables, campfire rings, grills and tent pads. There is also a large group site that can accommodate up to 60 visitors, 10 double sites, tent-only sites and accessible sites. Tents, trailers and motor homes up to 45 ft. long can be accommodated. There are many amenities offered to campers, including water faucets, a small boat ramp, restrooms, and trash bins.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Forest | Kaibab National Forest |
| Rules | No swimming allowed in the lake. See Kaibab N.F. Forest Order 07-18-05-Rr. Pets must always be restrained or on a leash. Motorbikes may be used only to enter and leave the area. Only small electric boat motors (not exceeding 10 manufacturer-rated horsepower) are allowed. No gas motors are allowed per Ariz. Admin. Code § 12-4-517. |
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Getting there
In Williams, Arizona, turn south onto 4th Street/County Road 73 and drive about 9 miles to Forest Road 110. Turn left and proceed for approximately 7 miles to FR 109. Turn left again and follow for about 3 miles to the campground. Forest Roads 110 and 109 are high-use roads and can become rough during peak season.
| Nearest town | Williams, Arizona |
| Coordinates | 35.1153° N, 112.0172° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedCy26 Wrd-Northside Piles Rx
14 mi from the campground · 165 acres
- PrescribedWalker Hill 2 Piles Rx
14 mi from the campground · 356 acres
- PrescribedWalker Hill Piles Rx
15 mi from the campground · 725 acres
- PrescribedNewman Piles Rx
22 mi from the campground · 751 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 ↗ | 19.2 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Canyon Outfitters ↗ | 21.2 mi |
| RV sales & service | Little Dealer Little Prices ↗ | 40.4 mi |
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Episode 119: Car Camping at White Horse Lake, Arizona
Worth a stop
Grand Canyon National Park's South Rim is just over one hour north of the campground. The cities of Williams and Flagstaff have amenities such as shops, restaurants and cultural and historic sites. From canyons to prairies, peaks to plateaus, Kaibab National Forest offers layers of opportunity for peace, solitude and discovery. Over 300 miles of trails, some clinging to the rims of the Grand Canyon, allow visitors to step off the beaten path into uncrowded landscapes.
- 9 miDogtown Lake Picnic Site ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miWhitehorse1.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.3 miSunflower Flat Mtn. Bike ↗14.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.6 miCanyon Overlook Trail1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.7 miSycamore Rim ↗11.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.9 miPerkins Tank Trail0.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 4.6 miLittle Lo0.8 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
- 3.9 miSycamore Canyon Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 58,448 acres
- 10.2 miRed Rock-Secret Mountain Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 48,314 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
- Summit Mountain Lookout TreeSite · Williams · 6.6 mi
- Volunteer Lookout CabinBuilding · Bellemont · 9.9 mi
- Rural Route 66, ParksStructure · Parks · 10.4 mi
Natural features
Kaibab National Forest is nestled on the Colorado Plateau, an area of land that was uplifted by geologic processes. White Horse Lake sits at an elevation of 6,600 feet, and the campground is forested with plenty of open areas. Wildlife such as deer and elk frequent the shoreline. Summer temperatures range from 50 degrees at night to 80-90 degrees during the day. Summer thunderstorms, known as the monsoon, can build up quickly, especially during July and August. Snow is common from December through March.
Recreation
In addition to fishing, the area offers excellent opportunities for hiking, mountain biking and wildlife watching. Anglers seek out Large Mouth Bass, Crappie and Bluegill.
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 White Horse Lake Campground?
Sites at White Horse Lake Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at White Horse Lake Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is White Horse Lake Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does White Horse Lake Campground have?
88 sites, including 79 standard sites without power, 8 tent-only sites, and 1 group site.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at White Horse Lake Campground?
The longest site here provides 50 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 White Horse Lake Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at White Horse Lake Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at White Horse Lake Campground?
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. No swimming allowed in the lake.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at White Horse Lake Campground?
Sites 001, 002, 003, and 004 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 88 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at White Horse Lake Campground?
In addition to fishing, the area offers excellent opportunities for hiking, mountain biking and wildlife watching. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to White Horse Lake Campground?
Williams, Arizona. Grand Canyon National Park's South Rim is just over one hour north of the campground.
Source: Getting there
What if White Horse Lake Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Dogtown Lake Campground And Group (9 mi), Kaibab Lake Sites And Group Areas (13.9 mi), and Pine Flat Campground West (17.3 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby