Knoll Lake Campground

This secluded forest campground offers easy access to both Knoll Lake and the majestic Mogollon Rim.

The first feature of interest is Knoll Lake, a medium-sized body of water tucked away in a picturesque setting. People come here to fish for trout and tour the lake in kayaks, paddle boards, and small boats.

The second feature of interest near this campground is the spectacular Mogollon Rim, a 2,000-foot escarpment that marks the southern edge of the Colorado Plateau. This picturesque plunge from cool highlands to low deserts extends across most of Arizona.

The area around Knoll Lake, however, is the home of some of the Rim's most magnificent views. It provides a scenic setting for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding or just sitting back and enjoying the panorama.

Reservations

Knoll Lake Campground is first-come, first-served and reservations are not accepted.

General Information

Mid-May to early-September.

Check in: 2 p.m.
Check out: 11 a.m.

Quiet hours: 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. (running generators not permitted during quiet hours).
Cutting or chopping live trees is prohibited.
Licensed off-road vehicles may be used only for entering or leaving campsite.
14-day stay limit.
Abide by posted fire restrictions when in effect.

Senior and Access Interagency passes are accepted for a 50% discount on single-site camping fees.

Overnight Use:
Single Site: $20 per night (up to 8 people and 2 vehicles)
Double Site: $40 per night (up to 16 people and 4 vehicles)

Bring cash as the campground does not accept credit/debit cards and the nearest ATM is more than one hour away.

$20 per site for single family unit per night (up to 8 people and two vehicles)
$40 per site for double sites (up to 16 people and four vehicles).

Pets must always be restrained or on a leash.

Contact Name: Mogollon Rim Ranger District

Contact Phone: 928-477-2255

Exterior image of the Mogollon Rim Ranger Station.

Address: 8738 Ranger Road, Happy Jack, AZ 86024
Phone: 928-477-2255
Hours: Monday-Friday, 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: SM.FS.Cof_Webmail@usda.gov

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 34.4274

Longitude: -111.09295

Elevation

7,493 ft.

Directions

Location: About 80 miles southeast of Flagstaff.

GPS (Map): 34°25'53.4"N 111°05'09.8"W

Access: Drive 55 miles south of Flagstaff to Clints Well on Lake Mary Road. Turn left (northeast) on to state Route 87, go about 10 miles to Forest Road (FR) 95 which is just past the Mogollon Rim Ranger Station. Turn right and drive 6 miles south to FR 96. Turn left on FR96 and travel 2 miles to FR 321. Turn right and drive 10 miles to FR 300. Turn east (left) and go 4 miles to FR 295E. Turn left on FR 295E and drive about just over 34 miles to FR 295E on your right. Take FR 295E to the campground.

Travel Considerations

Lake Mary Road and state Route 87 are paved. All Forest Roads are graveled and suitable for sedans. Most Forest Roads on the Mogollon Rim are closed during winter, so make sure to check their status on our Forest Roads Status page.