Riggs Flat Campground

About this site

Overview Riggs Flat Lake is located at the end of Swift Trail, a road that winds along the top of the Pinaleno Mountains. It is a small picturesque lake, 11 acres in size, set in alpine forest and meadow. Its cold waters are stocked during the summer with rainbow, brown and brook trout, and anglers report that the fishing is usually good. Best baits for the rainbows are corn, cheese, garlic cheese, salmon eggs, and worms. The brown and brook trout are taken on artificial lures and flies as well. Small boats are permitted on the lake, but most people fish from the shoreline. If the big ones aren’t biting, there is always plenty of scenery to enjoy. In addition to the views of the lake and the surrounding forest, West Peak is visible from the vicinity of the lake. So are Aravaipa Valley and the Galiuro Mountains to the west if you don't mind taking a short hike to get to an overlook. Recreation Day use: A Coronado National Forest or Interagency (America the Beautiful) pass must be displayed. Day use passes can be purchased at the site for $8. For visitors who do not want to use facilities, there is a small fee-free parking area outside of the campground. A valid Arizona fishing license and trout stamp (available at outdoor stores around the state) is required for all anglers 14 years of age and older. Six trout is the daily limit and the possession limit. Using live bait fish is prohibited. Fishing season is May to October, day and night. Boats are permitted on the lake, but only single electric motors may be used. Facilities Day use: A Coronado National Forest or Interagency (America the Beautiful) pass must be displayed. Day use passes can be purchased at the site for $8. For visitors who do not want to use facilities, there is a small fee-free parking area outside of the campground. A valid Arizona fishing license and trout stamp (available at outdoor stores around the state) is required for all anglers 14 years of age and older. Six trout is the daily limit and the possession limit. Using live bait fish is prohibited. Fishing season is May to October, day and night. Boats are permitted on the lake, but only single electric motors may be used. Nearby Attractions contact_info This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (928) 428-4150. Additional Info: 31 individual campsites plus group site, each with picnic table and fire grill/ring. Vault toilets available. No drinking water. Seasonal operation April 15 to November 14, weather permitting. Vehicles longer than 22 feet not recommended due to narrow, winding Swift Trail switchbacks. Pack and saddle stock not permitted in campground. Limit 2 vehicles and 10 persons per site. 14-day stay limit.

Amenities & access

Maximum vehicle length

22 feet

Contact

• 928-428-4150
• https://www.fs.usda.gov/r03/coronado/recreation/riggs-flat-campground

Location

32.708475, -109.962339