Recreation area

Sawmill Trailhead

Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest · Arizona — managed by USDA Forest Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

Provides access into the eastern Blue Range Primitive Area via Sawmill Trail # 39.

Getting there

Drive 3.5 miles east of Alpine on US 180 to FR 281 (Blue River Road). Turn south and follow this well-maintained gravel road along the Blue River for 24.5 miles to the Sawmill Trailhead on the left (east) side of the road.

Activities

  • HIKING
  • HORSEBACK RIDING

Nearby federal campgrounds

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.