Ashurst Lake

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Ashurst Lake

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25 campsites

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Year-round

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Pets

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Quick Facts

Price

Varies

Booking

Check Site

Sites

25 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Not Allowed

Opens booking site

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Ashurst Lake

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Campsite Fees

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

Total Campsite Fees$0.00

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Best Time to Camp at Ashurst Lake

Spring transforms Ashurst Lake into a birder's paradise as waves of migrating waterfowl descend upon these high-country waters. Time your visit between March and May to witness the spectacular arrival of white-faced ibises, elegant cinnamon teal, and graceful pintails as they pause on their ancient journey northward. The lake becomes a living tapestry of wings and calls during these magical weeks, offering photographers and nature enthusiasts front-row seats to one of the Southwest's most reliable wildlife spectacles.

Best

Spring (Mar-May)

Wildflowers bloom, mild temperatures, fewer crowds. Great for hiking and photography.

Summer (Jun-Aug)

Peak season with warm weather, perfect for water activities. Book early.

Fall (Sep-Nov)

Beautiful fall colors, cooler temps, quieter campgrounds. Ideal for peaceful trips.

Winter (Dec-Feb)

Off-season, limited services. Check for closures before visiting.

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About Ashurst Lake

Tucked along the shores of a pristine mountain lake, Ashurst Lake Campground welcomes visitors to 25 intimate campsites where ponderosa pines meet open water. This peaceful retreat offers everything you need for a classic Arizona camping experience—from launching your boat at dawn to watching eagles soar overhead while dinner sizzles on your campfire grill.

Ashurst Lake campground contains 25 single-unit sites (Ashurst). The specific campsite types (tent, RV, primitive, group, cabin, glamping) are not specified in the facility description.

Historical SignificanceThe dramatic silhouette of the San Francisco Peaks rising beyond the lake tells a story written in fire and stone, a testament to Arizona's explosive volcanic heritage that shaped this landscape millennia ago. These sacred mountains, formed by ancient eruptions, created the unique high-country ecosystem that now cradles Ashurst Lake, where volcanic soils nurture the forests and the elevation creates the perfect conditions for the rich wildlife habitat visitors enjoy today.

Weather and SeasonsSpring transforms Ashurst Lake into a birder's paradise as waves of migrating waterfowl descend upon these high-country waters. Time your visit between March and May to witness the spectacular arrival of white-faced ibises, elegant cinnamon teal, and graceful pintails as they pause on their ancient journey northward. The lake becomes a living tapestry of wings and calls during these magical weeks, offering photographers and nature enthusiasts front-row seats to one of the Southwest's most reliable wildlife spectacles.

Natural Features and SceneryBird enthusiasts will find themselves in paradise here, where the lake's waters attract an impressive parade of waterfowl throughout the season. Watch for the elegant white-faced ibis wading in the shallows, cinnamon teal gliding across glassy morning waters, and pintails diving for breakfast. Above, bald eagles and ospreys patrol the skies while hawks circle the surrounding forest and songbirds provide the soundtrack to your stay. The campground nestles in a captivating transition zone where aromatic juniper mingles with towering ponderosa pines, their cinnamon-bark trunks standing sentinel along rustic gravel roads and wandering two-track trails. On clear days, the majestic San Francisco Peaks command the horizon, their volcanic summits creating a dramatic backdrop that reminds you of the ancient forces that shaped this remarkable landscape.

Geological RegionSan Francisco Peaks / Arizona volcanic region (volcanic landscape noted in description)

Campsite details

Sites Size25 single-unit sites (Ashurst)

Total Campsites25 campsites

Recommended CampsitesUse the surrounding rustic gravel and two-track roads for mountain biking or walking into the juniper/ponderosa forest for wildlife viewing. Boat users can access the lake via the boat ramp on the west side.

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Tents

Tents are not allowed

RV vehicles

RV vehicles are not allowed

Primitive

Primitive are not allowed

Reservable

Reservations are not allowed

Site layout25 single-unit sites (Ashurst) with tables, fire rings and cooking grills. Facilities include drinking water and toilets (vault and compost type); a graveled road provides access and surrounds most of the lake.

Amenities available

Potable water

Fire rings

Picnic tables

Vault toilets

Activities you can enjoy

Activities center on lake recreation and wildlife viewing, with shore and nearby roads/trails for walking and biking. The lake supports fishing, board sailing and boating.

Fishing

Fishing is offered on Ashurst Lake; the facility description highlights fishing as a primary recreation opportunity.

Biking

A graveled road to and around the lake provides convenient access for bicycles; rustic gravel and two-track roads offer opportunities for mountain biking.

Boating

A boat ramp is located on the lake's west side; board sailing is specifically mentioned as a lake activity.

Wildlife viewing

Excellent birdwatching during spring waterfowl migration noted, including white-faced ibis, cinnamon teal, pintails, other ducks, bald eagles, osprey, various hawks and songbirds; general wildlife viewing available from nearby roads and forested areas.

Water Sports

Board sailing (mentioned); boating and fishing are noted as lake water activities.

Campground rules

Pets are not allowed

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Precipitation: 0%

Humidity: 35%

Wind: 5.2 mph

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Proximity to water featuresCampsites are lakeside or near the lake; a gravel road surrounds most of the lake and a boat ramp is located on the west side.

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Ashurst Lake

Driving directionsA graveled road to the lake and a graveled road that surrounds most of the lake provide convenient access for most passenger vehicles and bicycles.