Lewis Canyon
Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest — hiking
Location: LAKESIDE, AZ, AZ
Price: From $40 per night
Rating: 4 out of 5 (6 reviews)
Season: May through October
Lewis Canyon is a large single-group campsite located in the scenic White Mountains region of eastern Arizona. With several amenities and activities, including hiking and horseshoes, the facility is great for family gatherings and other large groups. Lewis Canyon Campground is located in a beautiful ponderosa pine setting with a large open field nearby.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 0%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets
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Lewis Canyon is a large single-group campsite in Arizona's scenic White Mountains with excellent hiking access via the White Mountain Trail System and well-maintained facilities including fire pits and picnic tables. Google reviewers consistently praise its spaciousness, forest setting, and nearby recreation opportunities.
Wildlife alert: American Black Bear present in area; also Common Poorwill, Western Screech-Owl, Western Bluebird, Orange-crowned Warbler, and Arizona Alligator Lizard
Insider tips for Lewis Canyon: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand All services are at least 30 minutes away down the highway; pack supplies accordingly The ground absorbs water quickly, so muddy conditions don't persist long after rain
Skip Lewis Canyon if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available; only suitable for self-contained RVs. You're visiting outside May-October — campground is seasonal.
Best time to visit Lewis Canyon: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
Nearby campgrounds: Gentry Group Campground (Overgaard, AZ), Black Canyon Rim Campground (Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, Az) (Overgaard, AZ), Canyon Point (FOREST LAKES, AZ), Sinkhole Campground (Overgaard, AZ).
Cell Phone Coverage at Lewis Canyon
Cell signal at Lewis Canyon (LAKESIDE, AZ): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
Lewis Canyon is a large single-group campsite located in the scenic White Mountains region of eastern Arizona. With several amenities and activities, including hiking and horseshoes, the facility is great for family gatherings and other large groups. Lewis Canyon Campground is located in a beautiful ponderosa pine setting with a large open field nearby.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedStraight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with high demand
All services are at least 30 minutes away down the highway; pack supplies accordingly
The ground absorbs water quickly, so muddy conditions don't persist long after rain
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
Things to do nearby
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LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: Verizon.
Wildlife nearby
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Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
Getting there →
Drive to Pinedale, Arizona, on State Highway 260, approximately 14 miles northwest of Show Low. Turn south on Forest Road 130 and continue approximately 2.3 miles to Junction 130A. Turn right to the group site, following the signs.
Campground entrance
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#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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