Can you reserve a site at Dogtown Lake Campground and Group?

Yes, Dogtown Lake Campground and Group is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Dogtown Lake Campground and Group?

40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Dogtown Lake Campground and Group?

Yes, pets are allowed at Dogtown Lake Campground and Group.

Are campfires allowed at Dogtown Lake Campground and Group?

Campfires are allowed at Dogtown Lake Campground and Group. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Dogtown Lake Campground and Group, Arizona — 55 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Dogtown Lake offers a scenic setting convenient to Grand Canyon National Park and the cities of Williams and Flagstaff, Arizona. The campground is situated in a pine forest along the shore of a small and scenic lake.

Visitors come here to hike, fish, mountain bike and explore the area's cultural and natural history. It's also a great place to relax and enjoy the sound of the wind in the pines and the spectacular view of nearby Bill Williams Mountain.

Recreation

Campers are drawn to the area's hiking and fishing opportunities. The lake is stocked with trout, crappie and channel catfish. Visitors can enjoy a guided nature trail near the lake and a hiking trail that leads to a scenic overlook of the area from the top of nearby Davenport Hill.

The calm waters are inviting for canoes, kayaks and electric motorboats. Single motors of one horsepower or less are permitted.

Facilities

The campground offers 50 individual campsites, four double sites and one group site that can host up to 80 people overnight. All sites are accessible. The sites are level with pull-through and back-in options for RVs. Restrooms, garbage bins and water faucets are available, however, there is no dump station at the facility.

Natural Features

Kaibab National Forest is nestled on the Colorado Plateau, an area of land that was uplifted by geologic processes. Dogtown Lake sits at an elevation of 7,050 feet. The lake got its name from the extensive prairie dog "towns" that once covered open areas near the lake. In spite of the name, this medium-sized body of water is surrounded by trees.

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.

Nearby Attractions

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.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (928) 537-8888.

The facts

55 bookable sites
54 accessible sites
Vehicles up to 40 ft
Up to 80 people per site
Loops: DOGTOWN, LOOP A, LOOP B

Site types

54 Standard Nonelectric
1 Group Standard Nonelectric

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Grills
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups.

Book on Recreation.gov

55 campsites at Dogtown Lake Campground and Group

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 1:00 PM

Accessible only

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
1	DOGTOWN	Group Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	30 ft	80	🐾
001	LOOP A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
002	LOOP A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
003	LOOP A	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
004	LOOP A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
005	LOOP A	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
006	LOOP A	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	16	♿ 🐾
007	LOOP A	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
008	LOOP A	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
009	LOOP A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
010	LOOP A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
011	LOOP A	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
012	LOOP A	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
013	LOOP A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	15 ft	8	♿ 🐾
014	LOOP A	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	16	♿ 🐾
015	LOOP A	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
016	LOOP A	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
017	LOOP A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
018	LOOP A	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
019	LOOP A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
020	LOOP A	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
021	LOOP A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	15 ft	8	♿ 🐾
022	LOOP A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	15 ft	8	♿ 🐾
023	LOOP A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	8	♿ 🐾
024	LOOP A	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
025	LOOP A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
026	LOOP A	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
027	LOOP A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
028	LOOP A	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	8	♿ 🐾
029	LOOP A	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
030	LOOP B	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	16	♿ 🐾
031	LOOP B	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
032	LOOP B	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
033	LOOP B	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
034	LOOP B	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	8	♿ 🐾
035	LOOP B	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
036	LOOP B	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
037	LOOP B	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	8	♿ 🐾
038	LOOP B	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
039	LOOP B	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
040	LOOP B	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
041	LOOP B	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
042	LOOP B	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
043	LOOP B	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	16	♿ 🐾
044	LOOP B	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	8	♿ 🐾
045	LOOP B	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
046	LOOP B	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
047	LOOP B	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
048	LOOP B	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
049	LOOP B	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	15 ft	8	♿ 🐾
050	LOOP B	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
051	LOOP B	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	8	♿ 🐾
052	LOOP B	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
053	LOOP B	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾
054	LOOP B	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	8	♿ 🐾

Getting there

In Williams, Arizona, turn south onto 4th Street (County Road 73) and drive about 5 miles to Forest Road 140. Turn left and proceed about 4 miles to Forest Road 132. Turn left and proceed 1 mile to Dogtown Campground. Forest Roads 140 and 132 are gravel roads.

35.21117, -112.12383 · 35°12'40.2"N 112°7'25.8"W

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Typical weather

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High °F	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Low °F	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Precip in	2.6	2.7	2.0	1.3	0.8	0.4	2.6	3.2	1.9	1.5	1.4	2.2

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 3.2 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Dogtown Lake Campground and Group

Can you reserve a site at Dogtown Lake Campground and Group?: Yes, Dogtown Lake Campground and Group is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Dogtown Lake Campground and Group have?: 55 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Dogtown Lake Campground and Group?: 40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Dogtown Lake Campground and Group?: Yes, pets are allowed at Dogtown Lake Campground and Group.
Are campfires allowed at Dogtown Lake Campground and Group?: Campfires are allowed at Dogtown Lake Campground and Group. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

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Dogtown Lake Campground and Group also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Dogtown Lake Campground and Group's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

For fees and reservations go to www.recreation.gov website or via telephone at 1-877-444-6777.

Restrictions:

No swimming allowed in the lake. See Kaibab N.F. Forest Order 07-18-05-Rr .
No Sewage dump station available.
Pets must always be restrained or on a leash.
Any wood used in the group site fireplace at Dogtown Lake Campground must be approved first by the Dogtown Lake Campground Host for type and size in order to avoid excess smoke and to reduce residue in the chimney.
Motorbikes and ATVs 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 . For details on the regulations go to https://bit.ly/3159Wip .
No waste water (gray or black water) drained onto ground. Maximum campground stay limit is 14 days.

USDA Forest Service's own page

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Dogtown Lake Picnic Site 0.3 mi · Facility
Williams & Forest Service Visitor Center 4.6 mi · Facility
Williams Ranger District 5.6 mi · Facility
Sycamore Canyon Wilderness 9 mi · Facility
JD Dam 11.2 mi · Facility
Lava River Cave 18.6 mi · Facility
Sycamore Canyon Wilderness 18.9 mi · Facility
Fernow Cabin 20.3 mi · Campground

Contact

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-11.

Dogtown Lake Campground and Group