Dairy Springs sits among the stunning landscapes of Coconino National Forest Recreation in Arizona . With 50 campsites (RV-friendly up to 35 feet feet) , restrooms, great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Reservations are required year-round , and the best times to visit are May-jun when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
💧 Water Access & Features
📸 Discover the Beauty of Coconino National Forest Recreation
🌤️ Best Time to Visit
Plan your trip during the optimal season for this campground.
🦅 Peak birding: Feb, Mar, Apr
🦌 Recent Wildlife Sightings
Recent wildlife observations near this campground from the iNaturalist community.
Dairy Springs located in Pilgrim Playground, Arizona, offering 50 camping sites.
Dairy Springs
A Rural campground in Arizona
Overview
The Campground Is at an Elevation of 7,100 Ft. Its Main Attraction Is the Seasonal Mormon Lake Which, When Filled with Water, Draws Visitors for Fishing, Windsurfing and Wildlife Watching.
Wildlife Watching Is Also Popular. Dairy Springs Is a Comfortable Campground Tucked Away in a Scenic Area of Northern Arizona. the Trails Lead to Scenic Overlooks of Mormon Lake and Surrounding Prairies, Forests and Volcanoes. This Small and Scenic Mountain Resort Village Is Conveniently Close to the Campground and Offers Horseback Rides, Mountain Bike Rentals, a Country Store, Service Station and Steakhouse.
Hiking, Biking, Horseback Riding and Photography Are Available Year-Round. the Facility Has Both Individual and Group Sites That Can Accommodate Groups of Many Sizes, Including Large Families. Recreation Usually Centers Around Fishing in Nearby Mormon Lake (Seasonally). the Area Is Ripe with Additional Outdoor Activities. Three Hiking Trails Originate at Dairy Springs and One at Nearby Double Springs. It’S a Very Good Place to Spot Hawks, Including Northern Harriers and Ospreys. the Area Boasts a Healthy Population of Elk and Mule Deer Too.
the Moderate-Sized Campground Has 30 Single Unit Campsites with Tables and Cooking Grills, in Addition to Two Group Sites That Can Each Hold 40 People and May Be Reserved at the Same Time for a Group of Up to 80 Campers.
Campsites Are Nicely Spaced with Plenty of Room and Shade. Visitors Can Walk Along a Self-Guided Nature Trail or Attend a Campfire Program at the Facility’S Amphitheater.
Fifteen Single Unit Sites Are Available at the Adjacent Double Springs Campground by Reservations Only.
Dairy Springs Is Adjacent to Double Springs Campground, Which Has a Spring That Runs to the Surface Just Above the Camping Area.
Contact Info
for Facility Specific Information, Please Call (928) 774-9671.Nearby Attractions
the Closest Town Is Mormon Lake, Arizona.Managed by: Usda Forest ServiceSite Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 50
- Hookup Types: Electric
- Max RV Length: 35 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: No
- 🗑️ Dump Station: No
- 💧 Potable Water: No
- 🛝 Playground: No
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: No
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address:
City: Pilgrim Playground, Arizona
Coordinates: 34.9583333, -111.48
Area Type: Rural
Phone: (928) 774-9671
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Fishing|hiking|biking|water|lake|trail|group-site|rv|amphitheater
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: No
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: $25-35
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
LTE
AT&T
Fair Signal
LTE
T-Mobile
Poor Signal
4G
📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS, CW, ION
Signal Quality: Fair
Total Stations: 14 stations
Nearest Market: Phoenix/TUCSON
Notes: Signals FROM Phoenix/TUCSON MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 28 stations (10 AM, 18 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Good
Major Formats: Country, Classic ROCK, Spanish, NEWS/TALK
Local News: KTAR 620 Am
Market: Phoenix/TUCSON
Notes: 10 AM, 18 FM Stations from Phoenix/Tucson
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Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 232144
- Managing Agency: Usda Forest Service
- Agency Email:
- Agency Website:
- Parent Park: Coconino National Forest Recreation
- Park Website: /parks/coconino-national-forest-recreation/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: National Forests
- Parks Post Name: coconino-national-forest-recreation
- Parent Park Name: Coconino National Forest Recreation
- Correct Park Type Mapping: coconino-national-forest-recreation
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 26.0
- States Covered: Arizona
- Managing Agencies: Usda Forest Service
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 131.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 1092
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 131.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 1092, 1092.0
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: arizona
- Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
- Park Type Slug: national-forests
- Parent Park Slug: coconino-national-forest-recreation
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
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