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Kaibab National Forest
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Kaibab National Forest
800 South Sixth Street
Williams, 86046
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Park Overview
Nature of the Area
Wilderness is part of the American Heritage. Viewed with awe and some misgivings by early settlers of the New World, the American wilderness has been interwoven into the nationss folklore, history -rt and literature. Some of its key elements are solitude and freedom. The wilderness that witnessed the birth and early growth of this nation no longer spreads from ocean to ocean. As our country developed, the majority of wild lands gave way to cities, farms and
other commercial uses. However, many untamed lands, the majestic reminders of primeval America, have been preserved in our U.S. National Forest System.
These wilderness areas are held in trust by the Forest Service for the use, enjoyment and spiritual enrichment of the American people. The Forest Service accepts with pride its stewardship of these lands and
is dedicated to keeping them in pristine condition for this and future generations.
Camping
The main camping season in the district is from the Memorial Day through Labor Day weekends, but most campgrounds remain open well after the busy season. In all, more than 150,000 visitors stay at the four developed campgrounds of the forest each year. Cataract Lake, Dogtown Lake, Kaibab Lake and
White Horse Lake campgrounds are operated under Forest Service Permit by Southwest Recreation.
Camping on the Kaibab-ational Forest is limited to 14 days in any 30-day period. Developed campsites are available for a fee on a first-come, first-served basis group sites, however, must be reserved in advance. The number to call for reservations can be obtained from the Visitor Center. Each campground has water faucets and toilets and each site has a picnic table and fire ring with grill. No electrical, sewage or water hookups are available at any of the campgrounds. A fee dump station is available at Kaibab Lake, Dogtown and Whitehorse Lake campgrounds. Campfires are restricted to existing fire rings or fire grates. At times of extreme fire danger -ll fires may be prohibited. Firewood is available for sale at any of the campgrounds and
dead and fallen wood may be gathered for fires. The law requires that you NEVER leave a fire burning and unattended. Picnicking is permitted anywhere in the South Kaibab, including the developed campgrounds, but campers have first right to a site there. A fee may charged for picnicking within developed campgrounds.
There are many undeveloped campsites and picnic spots in the forest. Visitors are welcome to use any of them, but remember that camping is not permitted within 1/4 mile of water, except in developed campgrounds. This protects our wildlife. Surface water in its natural condition may be unsafe to drink and should always be properly treated. Please do not leave trash behind. Remember, others also have the right to unspoiled camping or picnic spots.
Trails
Mohave Sunset Trail 1.5 miles long. Rating easy. This trail winds its way through the lowland desert and along the shoreline.
Arroyo-Camino Interpretive Garden This interpretive area showcases the diverse life that exists within the park and this area of the desert. Birds, lizard - desert cotton-tails are common sights. A native & "historic" foodstuff garden is also available in the winter & early spring.
Fishing and Hunting
Fishing
All streams located on the Williams Ranger District are intermittent (i.e., flow only part of the year) and are not suitable for sport fishing. Fishing here occurs at lakes, many of which have developed campgrounds nearby. Some people do fish at a few of the larger tanks, including J. D. Dam, Perkins, Hells Canyon and Bar Cross Tanks. With the exception of J. D. Dam -ll these are warm water fisheries.
Due to the scarcity of navigable waters, only a limited amount of boating is done on the forest. Boating is limited primarily to Dogtown Lake, White Horse Lake, Cataract Lake and
Kaibab Lake. Of these reservoirs -ll but White Horse Lake are part of the domestic water supply for the City of Williams. No swimming is allowed in any of these lakes and power boats are restricted. On J. D. Dam, Dogtown Lake and
White Horse Lake only single electric motors of one horsepower or less are permitted. Single electric motors or single gasoline engines with 8 horsepower or less are permitted on Cataract and Kaibab Lakes.
Most boating on these lakes is done in conjunction with fishing activities. Lake surface areas vary from about 40 to 70 acres. They can accommodate small fishing boats, canoes, kayaks and
small (one- or two-person) sailboats or rafts.
Parking is available - the lakes for boating and fishing. If you choose to use a campsite be advised that a day-use fee may be charged. A fee is charged for overnight camping in campgrounds.
More Info
The Official Website of the Kaibab National Forest, serving as a communications and business tool for the forest.
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