Ruddy Duck Campground

Star4.50
6 reviews
Ruddy Duck Campground
Summer Destination

Quick Facts

6,302 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Reservable

Sites

111 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

No Service

Pets

No Pets

RV FriendlyElectricShowers

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January 2026

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January 2026
Ruddy Duck Campground
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Campsite Fees
There is a $3.60 non-refundable reservation fee per reserved site. Park entrance fees: per vehicle (1 person) $10; per vehicle (2-4 people) $20;...
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Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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Provider
(928) 537-3680; Reservations: 1-877-MY-PARKS (1-877-697-2757)
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What Campers Say

4.50

Recommended

Based on 6 reviews

4 Google reviews

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"Visitors commonly praise cleanliness, well-maintained restrooms and showers, concrete pads, friendly hosts/staff, scenic lakeside sites and wildlife viewing. Common complaints include seasonal closures of amenities (dump station, ramps), occasional power issues in some loops, uneven or short sites with rocks/trees, and crowding during peak periods."

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Ruddy Duck Campground

Ruddy Duck Campground

34.2756, -110.0708


Best Time to Camp at Ruddy Duck Campground

The campground's elevation brings refreshingly cool temperatures that make it a perfect escape from Arizona's desert heat, even in summer. Open all year, Ruddy Duck adapts to the seasons with gate hours that shift between winter (November–March) and summer (April–October) schedules, ensuring access during the best daylight hours for each season.

Best
Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.0 / 5

Northern AZ chill, lake setting and good facilities make it appealing in summer.

Fall(Sep-Nov)
4.0 / 5

White Mountains location suggests strong fall colors and scenery (not explicitly detailed).

Spring(Mar-May)
3.0 / 5

Likely pleasant with melting snow and greenery, though specifics not provided.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
3.0 / 5

Elevation & region imply winter conditions/snow, but access and services in winter unknown.

Planning Tips
  • Operating Season: Campgrounds available year-round. Park open year-round; gate hours vary seasonally (Nov–Mar gates open 7:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.; Apr–Oct gates open 5:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.).

About Ruddy Duck Campground

Nestled in Arizona's White Mountains, Ruddy Duck Campground at Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area welcomes campers year-round with a stunning blend of pine-shaded shores and wildlife-rich landscapes. Choose from tent-only sites tucked among the trees or electric RV sites with lake views—just keep in mind that some areas border steep cliffs, so extra caution is needed.
Combination campground with tent-only non-hookup sites, electric RV sites (some with sewer), and reservable group day-use areas.
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Reserving a campsite

Check-in
2:00 p.m.
Check-out
12:00 noon
Stay Limit
April 1–Oct 30: two-night minimum for weekend camping (must reserve Friday and Saturday). Memorial Day, Labor Day, and Columbus Day weekends: three-night minimum (must reserve Friday–Sunday).

Amenities available

Showers
Potable water
Electricity hookups
Flush toilets
Dump station
Fire rings

Activities you can enjoy

Lake-based recreation and forest activities: fishing, boating (boat ramps present but may be seasonally closed), and wildlife viewing are highlighted; hiking opportunities exist in the surrounding White Mountains/Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest.
HikingAccess to hiking trails in the surrounding White Mountains and Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest (trail network and local trails nearby).
FishingFishing on Fool Hollow Lake with fish cleaning stations available (noted as seasonally closed at times).
Boating
Wildlife viewing
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Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsSome campsites are located near steep cliffs and rocky ledges—campers are advised to use caution. Low water levels have closed boat launch ramps at times (hand-launchable vessels permitted). After-hours park access requires a gate code included with reservation confirmation.
No Cell ServiceCell phone service is not available at this campground. Plan accordingly for emergencies and download offline maps before arriving.

Weather at Ruddy Duck Campground

Reviews

4.5
6 reviews
Recommended
Recommended
Ruddy Duck Campground is recommended, placing it in the top 40% of campgrounds based on reviews
Visitors commonly praise cleanliness, well-maintained restrooms and showers, concrete pads, friendly hosts/staff, scenic lakeside sites and wildlife viewing. Common complaints include seasonal closures of amenities (dump station, ramps), occasional power issues in some loops, uneven or short sites with rocks/trees, and crowding during peak periods.
Review Summaries
Based on 6 reviews

What Campers Love

Clean facilities and campsites; convenient showers and restrooms; concrete pads; friendly park hosts and staff; a mix of tent and full/partial hookup RV sites (water and electric at sites; sewer in...
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Based on 6 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Reserve in advance (site fills quickly); note minimum-night rules for weekends/holidays; arrive before gate closure or use gate code included with reservation for after-hours entry; expect a...
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Based on 6 reviews

Camper Quotes

Very clean, showers and bathrooms convenient to sites, friendly camp hosts. | Water pressure was 80psi so have a regulator. | A picturesque destination for family camping.
Based on 6 reviews

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Last updated January 5, 2026
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