| Facilities: Big Lake Nature Trail is located next to the Big Lake Visitor Center which has restrooms in it. Gas, food, and lodging can be found in Springerville. Best Time To Visit: Big Lake Nature Trail is open from May to October, depending on weather conditions. Fees: No fees are charged. Accessibility: Unknown Rules: Unknown Directions: To reach Big Lake Nature Trail from Springerville, travel west on State Highway 260 to State Highway 261. Turn left on State Highway 261 to State Highway 273. Turn left on State Highway 273 to the Big Lake turn off (Forest Road 115). Turn right on Forest Road 115 and travel half a mile. The visitor center is on the left. The trail is located next to the visitor center. Map: Click here for a map to Big Lake Nature Trail Reservations: Reservatons are needed or accepted at Big Lake Nature Trail. | 
