State: Arizona
Open: Seasonal
Number of Sites: 18
Elevation: 6788
County: Coconino
Free: No
About: This popular fishing lake is located on the Williams Ranger District about 1 mile northwest of Williams on Cataract Lake Road. The campground is nestled in ponderosa pine trees and provides views of Cataract Lake and Bill Williams Mountain.
There are a total of 18 single family campsites that are available on a first-come, first-served basis. There is no Group Site at Cataract Lake Campground. No advance reservations are accepted at Cataract Lake Campground.
Tents, trailers and small RVs are allowed. There are no utility hookups. Amenities include tables, fire rings, grills, vault toilets, garbage bins and drinking water.
Fees: $14 (2011)
Water: Yes
Restrooms: Vault Toilets
Directions: From Williams, turn north onto 7th Street. After crossing the railroad tracks, turn west at the first road and go about 1 mile to the campground entrance on your right. The paved and all-weather gravelled roads are suitable for passenger vehicles.
If you are traveling from Interstate 40, take exit 161. Turn right onto Golf Course Drive if coming from the east, or left if coming from the west. After passing under the railroad tracks, turn right immediately and go about 1 mile to the campground entrance on your left. This route is not suitable for large RVs.