Frazier Horse Campground sits among the stunning landscapes of Tonto National Forest in Arizona . With 50 campsites (RV-friendly up to 35 feet feet) , restrooms, potable water, great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Reservations are required year-round , and the best times to visit are Apr-May, Oct-Nov 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 Tonto National Forest
🌤️ 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.
Frazier Horse Campground located in Roosevelt, Arizona, offering 50 camping sites.
Frazier Horse Campground
A Rural campground in Arizona
Overview
When Full, the Lake Provides 21,500 Acres of Surface Water.
the Area Around Frazier Horse Campground Is Often Alive with Abundant Wildlife Such As Mule Deer, Coyotes, Geese, Fox, Javalina, and the Occasional Bald Eagle.
Nearby Attractions
Discover Two Nearby National Scenic Byways (Az Hwy 88 Apache Trail and Az Hwy 288 Spines to Pines Highway). the Frazier Horse Campground Is Nestled Into a Sonoran Desert Landscape at Roosevelt Lake, One of Arizona’S Most Outstanding Water-Based Recreation Areas. the Lake Is the Largest of Four Reservoirs Within a 2-Hour Drive of Phoenix and Tucson. the Facility Has the First Lakeside Horse Camp Built in the Southwestern Region of the Forest Service. From the Recreation Site, Trail Users Access the Arizona Trail, an 800-Mile (1,287-Kilometer), Non-Motorized Trail. Bring Your Horses and Head Out to the Arizona Trail Right From Camp Via the Cottonwood Trail. There Are Many Other Trails in the Area But They Require Trailering Your Horses. Frazier Horse Campground Is an Equestrian Campground and Offers a Vault Toilet, Horse Drinker, Potable Water Hydrant, and Horse Corrals. Roosevelt Lake Was Dedicated by President Theodore Roosevelt in 1911 and Boasts 112 Miles of Shoreline and Peaceful Coves. Frazier Horse Campground Is Situated Near the Lake’S Shoreline. Views of the Blue Water and Sunsets Against the Sierra Ancha, Salome, and Superstition Wilderness Areas Are a Sight That Keep Many Visitors Coming Back Year After Year. Local Areas to Consider Around Frazier Horse Campground Include Roosevelt Dam, Tonto National Monument, the Arizona Trail, Endless Miles of Jeep Trails, the Towns of Payson and Globe, and the Superstition, Sierra Ancha, and Four Peaks Wilderness Areas. Don’T Forget to Stop by the Tonto Basin Environmental Center to Learn About the History of the Area.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: Available
- 🛝 Playground: No
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: No
- 🎣 Fishing: No
- 🛥️ Boating: No
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address:
City: Roosevelt, Arizona
Coordinates: 33.6667639, -111.1298611
Area Type: Rural
Phone:
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Water|lake|trail|rv
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: No
- 🛥️ 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
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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
🔌 EV Charging
⚡ Cobre Valley Regional Medical Center
Distance: 25.1 miles away
Address: 5880 S Hospital Dr, Globe, AZ
Network: non-networked
Charging Type: Standard-charging-available • J1772
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 126690
- Managing Agency: Usda Forest Service
- Agency Email:
- Agency Website:
- Parent Park: Tonto National Forest
- Park Website: /parks/tonto-national-forest/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: National Forests
- Parks Post Name: tonto-national-forest
- Parent Park Name: Tonto National Forest
- Correct Park Type Mapping: tonto-national-forest
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 24.0
- States Covered: Arizona
- Managing Agencies: Usda Forest Service
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 131.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 1096
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 131.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 1096, 1096.0
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: arizona
- Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
- Park Type Slug: national-forests
- Parent Park Slug: tonto-national-forest
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
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