Double Springs
Double Springs Campground is an “old fashion” campground, originally built in the 1930’s, and has sites nestled in a beautiful draw filled with cool grass, ponderosa pine and Gambel oak.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 12 |
| Tent-only | 3 |
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 40 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
15 single-unit sites 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 |
| Booking | Open season is early May - mid October. All 15 sites are reservable. |
| Fees | Number of sites: 15 (all reservable). Campsite: $24 per night, up to eight people with one vehicle. Second vehicle per night: $8 additional. Picnic/day use (10 a.m to 4 p.m.): $8 for up to 5 people. Senior and Access Interagency passes are accepted for a 50% discount on single-site camping fees. |
| Rules | Quiet hours: 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. (running generators not permitted during quiet hours) |
Weather by month
Getting there
Drive south from Flagstaff 20 miles on Forest Highway 3 (Lake Mary Road) to the intersection of Forest Road 90. Turn west on FR 90 and drive 4.6 miles to Double Springs.
| Coordinates | 34.9424° N, 111.4936° 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
31 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 ↗ | 16.2 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 20.3 mi |
| RV sales & service | Little Dealer Little Prices ↗ | 52.7 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
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Double Springs Campground, Coconino National Forest, Arizona Campsite Photos
Worth a stop
- 8.5 mi
- 12.7 mi
- 14.5 mi
Trails nearby
- 0.7 miLakeview0.5 mi trail
- 0.8 miDairy Springs Loop (frd)0.2 mi trail
- 0.9 miMormon Mountain2.6 mi trail
- 1 miLedges0.6 mi trail
- 2.6 miNavajo Springs1.2 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
- 11.7 miMunds Mountain Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 18,109 acres
- 14.8 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
- Mormon Lake Lookout CabinBuilding · Mormon Lake · 5.3 mi
- Lee Butte Lookout Tower and CabinStructure · Happy Jack · 7.9 mi
- W. W. Midgley BridgeStructure · Sedona · 14.6 mi
Natural features
Relax and take in the nostalgia of this historic campground or hike the Lake View Trail (2 miles one way), which originates at here. This trail leads to overlooks providing view of nearby Mormon Lake and the surrounding forests and volcanoes. Campground roads and parking spurs are gravel.
Guidebooks for Arizona
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Double Springs?
For some sites. Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Double Springs?
Number of sites: 15 (all reservable). Campsite: $24 per night, up to eight people with one vehicle. Second vehicle per night: $8 additional.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Double Springs?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Double 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 Double Springs have?
15 sites, including 12 standard sites without power and 3 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Double 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 Double Springs?
Yes, pets are allowed at Double Springs. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Double 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. Quiet hours: 10 p.m.
Source: Fire nearby
What if Double Springs is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Dairy Springs (1.1 mi), Pinegrove (6.3 mi, partly first-come), and Ashurst Lake (7.2 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby