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NRSO |
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Cutthroat Campground lies at an elevation of 9,000 feet in the White Mountains of eastern Arizona. It sits on the shoreline of Big Lake and affords visitors many recreational opportunities in a quiet, scenic setting. Popular activities include trout fishing and hiking. |
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From Pinetop, Arizona, take Highway 260 east 60 miles to Highway 261 south. Follow Highway 261 south 20 miles to and turn right (south) onto Forest Road 115. Proceed 1 mile to Cutthroat Campground. |
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Sites for tent camping only are scattered throughout this small facility and spaced a good distance apart. Some are directly on the waterfront. The basic amenities of restrooms, picnic tables and drinking water are provided, and anglers and boaters have the convenience of a boat ramp. An RV dump station is one mile away. |
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CUTTHROAT |
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70469 |
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http://www.reserveamerica.com/campsiteSearch.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=70469&cmp=39-32--joewils |
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Bears frequent the area; please obey all food storage rules and regulations. Check with your host for details. Tent camping only This is a high elevation facility; use caution when traveling from lower elevations Parking is limited Fees include the first camping unit only; additional camping units will be charged an additional fee at check-in Walk-in season dates are weather permitting only; call 928-537-8888 for status Click here for more information on the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org. |
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Visitors can explore endless vistas and take part in many outdoor activities in the surrounding Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, which encompasses 2 million acres of magnificent mountain country in east-central Arizona and New Mexico. |
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The campground is located in a very scenic area, forested with ponderosa pine, spruce, Douglas fir, and aspen trees, which provide ample shade. Summer temperatures are pleasant and cool, a nice respite from the heat of lower deserts. Visitors should come prepared for cool nighttime temperatures and occasional summer rain storms. |
| recreationDescription |
Named after a species of trout, Cutthroat is adjacent to 450-acre Big Lake, one of Arizona's top fishing lakes. The lake is known for its trout fishing, with rainbow, cutthroat, brook and Apache being the most sought-after species. The recreation area is also popular for hiking, mountain biking, birding and wildlife viewing. |