Contact Info
Pinaleño Mountains, AZ
- Phone:
- 928-428-4150
Basics
- Number of Sites:
- 31 Single Sites
1 Small Group Site - Elevation:
- 8600 feet
- Reservations:
- Reservations Not Accepted
Description
The main attraction at Riggs Flat Campground is Riggs Flat Lake. Some come to fish in it, some to boat on it, and some just to enjoy the reflective beauty this small (11 acre) lake adds to such a scenic area. The dam which forms was financed by the Arizona Game and Fish Department in 1957 to provide trout fishing for forest recreationists. The Department now stocks its waters with rainbow trout about once a month from May 15 through September 14. Brown and brook trout are stocked once a year in October.
Amenities
Basic Amenities
- Vault Toilets
Special Features
- Cooking Grills
- Fire Rings
- Picnic Tables
Additional Conveniences
- Group Sites Available
- Pets Allowed
Additional Notes
No Drinking Water
Amenity list above may not be complete.
Details
Season
April 15 - November 14Location
40 miles southwest of Safford in the Pinaleño Mountains.Elevation
8600 feetBasic Info
- Total Sites:
- 31 Single Sites
1 Small Group Site
More Site Details
- RV Hookups:
- None
Pet Policy
Pets must be restrained or on a leash.Activities
Boating, Hiking, Fishing,Trout fishing
Cool mountain weather
Great scenery/nearby overlook
Watchable wildlife
Additional Details
Boats are permitted on the lake may be powered by no more than a single electric trolling motor.RV’s up to 22'' and vehicles with trailers less than 21'' are recommended. Longer vehicles have difficulty negotiating the switchbacks on the road up the mountain (AZ 366).
Map + Directions
Basic Directions
From Safford drive south 8 miles on US 191 to AZ 366. Turn right (southwest) onto 366 and drive 29 miles to the Columbine Visitor Information Station. Continue along Forest Roads 803 and 287 about 5 miles to the campground. The entire road is narrow and winding. This campground is accessible from April 15 through November 14, weather permitting.
