Dogtown Lake Picnic Site

This was our 3rd time staying. Long story short we had an emergency and had to leave a day early. I attempted to get a refund for the last day and was told the money had been "turned in". It was the weekend, you don't have $35 or whatever it was to refund me fee? Very distasteful move. We love the place, not because of the staff, so we'll will probably be back but just a low class move on her part... This was our 3rd time staying. Long story short we had an emergency and had to leave a day early. I attempted to get a refund for the last day and was told the money had been "turned in". It was the weekend, you don't have $35 or whatever it was to refund me fee? Very distasteful move. We love the place, not because of the staff, so we'll will probably be back but just a low class move on her part.

Absolute Nightmare. Avoid Dogtown Lake Campground at All Costs If I could give this place zero stars, I would. Dogtown Lake Campground is hands down the worst campground I’ve ever visited. Let’s start with the so-called “hosts” a couple who act like they’re playing campground instead of running one. They have no idea who’s coming in, who’s paid, or even who’s supposed to be there. There’s no s... Absolute Nightmare. Avoid Dogtown Lake Campground at All Costs If I could give this place zero stars, I would. Dogtown Lake Campground is hands down the worst campground I’ve ever visited. Let’s start with the so-called “hosts” a couple who act like they’re playing campground instead of running one. They have no idea who’s coming in, who’s paid, or even who’s supposed to be there. There’s no system, no records, no professionalism. It’s like dealing with two forgetful kids who were left in charge of something way above their level. The bathrooms? Horrific. They smell worse than hell I’m not exaggerating. Just walking past them is enough to make your stomach turn. And good luck finding toilet paper or cleanliness. As for the campground itself, don’t let the pictures fool you. It’s not beautiful the grounds are poorly maintained, the lake is underwhelming, and the atmosphere feels more depressing than peaceful. Skip this place. Save your time, money, and sanity. There are far better campgrounds in Arizona that are actually run by adults.

Read until the end….Well, to start off, I am exploring the Flagstaff lakes, sunsets, photography and fishing spots. I was so disappointed in several different areas of this park. Met at the gate by a man named Jerry, who all but almost refused me entry until I told him my boyfriend was already inside. After purchasing a day pass I still had nearly an hour. After using the facilities that were abs... Read until the end….Well, to start off, I am exploring the Flagstaff lakes, sunsets, photography and fishing spots. I was so disappointed in several different areas of this park. Met at the gate by a man named Jerry, who all but almost refused me entry until I told him my boyfriend was already inside. After purchasing a day pass I still had nearly an hour. After using the facilities that were absolutely full of trash full of flies not cleaned all day. Took a half hour to drive to get through all the rough roads just get to the gate. Then a quick five minute walk and could have taken awesome pictures of the sunset and osprey if they would actually close the gate a small time after sunsets. Or offer some outside parking so that people can actually enjoy this so rare beauty. I felt that even with an annual pass are they using it or pocketing it all? My boyfriend said the same sketchy and pushy obtrusive behavior has happened to him as well on Father’s Day. So sad that a so called state treasure isn’t being cared for. Consider getting cleaner workers with some longer hours. …. A week later, we decided to go back but go through the other side… where we were met pleasantly by Shana and Eddie. Great host clean side of the park. Clean toilets. Very attractive lake with fish worth spending an afternoon. Thank you Shana for changing the experience at your side of the lake… hey everyone go to the trailhead instead of the north side. Such a huge difference.