This small, sheltered campground is tucked away just off the Catalina Highway,
along the rocky streambed that forms the floor of upper Bear Canyon. Campsites
are nestled under a canopy of ponderosa pines, junipers and oaks. Some sites
are located right along Bear Creek among large rocks. The Creek generally only
flows during rainy periods or during the Spring snowmelt, but be vigilant of
flash floods.

<p><img alt="General Hitchcock Campground" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd767422.jpg" title="General Hitchcock Campground" /></p><p>This small, sheltered campground is tucked away just off the <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/coronado/recarea/?recid=25628">Catalina Highway</a>, along the rocky streambed that forms the floor of upper <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/coronado/recarea/?recid=25612">Bear Canyon</a>. Campsites are nestled under a canopy of ponderosa pines, junipers and oaks. Some sites are located right along Bear Creek among large rocks. The Creek generally only flows during rainy periods or during the Spring snowmelt, but be vigilant of flash floods.</p>

Camping: $20 per day/night. With Golden Age/Access or Interagency
Senior/Access Pass $10. Payable with cash or check.

Bird's eye view of the campground

General Hitchcock Campground

## Overview

Rose Canyon Campground is just 17 miles northeast of Tucson, Arizona, off the
Catalina Highway Scenic Drive near the summit of Mt. Lemmon. This area is
popular for day use as well as overnight camping. With a high elevation,
forested setting, two group picnic areas and opportunities for hiking,
wildlife viewing and fishing, Rose Canyon offers a great summer respite from
the city.

## Recreation

The lake is sheltered by trees and offers a pleasant setting for a walk in the
woods, relaxing on the shore or spending an afternoon fishing for stocked
trout. A one-mile trail around the lake is convenient for anglers and hikers.
The trail is accessible from the lower parking area to a floating dock near a
dam.  
  
The surrounding national forest boasts a variety of hiking and mountain biking
trails, including several that traverse the 9,157-foot Mt. Lemmon.

## Facilities

The campground offers spacious, single-family campsites, as well as two group
day use areas with picnic shelters, which can be reserved for up to 120
guests.

The campground is equipped with picnic tables, campfire rings with grills and
vault toilets.

## Natural Features

The campground sits high on the slopes of the Santa Catalina Mountains, at an
elevation of 7,000 feet. Because of its elevation, it can be much cooler than
the lower-elevation campgrounds in the area. The campsites are spacious and
spread out among stands of large ponderosa pines and clusters of Gambel oak.
During the summer rainy season, Rose Creek meanders through the area to the
six-acre Rose Canyon Lake at the lower end of the campground.  
  
The Coronado National Forest covers 1.78 million acres of southeastern Arizona
and southwestern New Mexico. Elevations range from 3,000 to 10,720 feet in 12
widely scattered mountain ranges, or "sky islands," that rise dramatically
from the desert floor, supporting biologically diverse plant communities.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (520) 576-1325.

## Nearby Attractions

Catalina Highway, also known as General Hitchcock Highway and Sky Island
Scenic Byway, is the only paved road that leads to the upper reaches of Mt.
Lemmon and the Santa Catalina Range. It is one of the most scenic highways in
the southwest and is a popular day trip.  
  
Other notable attractions include Saguaro National Park, Sabino Canyon and
Colossal Cave.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Rose Canyon Campground is just 17 miles northeast of Tucson, Arizona, off the Catalina Highway Scenic Drive near the summit of Mt. Lemmon. This area is popular for day use as well as overnight camping. With a high elevation, forested setting, two group picnic areas and opportunities for hiking, wildlife viewing and fishing, Rose Canyon offers a great summer respite from the city.<h2>Recreation</h2>
The lake is sheltered by trees and offers a pleasant setting for a walk in the woods, relaxing on the shore or spending an afternoon fishing for stocked trout. A one-mile trail around the lake is convenient for anglers and hikers. The trail is accessible from the lower parking area to a floating dock near a dam.
<br/><br/>
The surrounding national forest boasts a variety of hiking and mountain biking trails, including several that traverse the 9,157-foot Mt. Lemmon.<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The campground offers spacious, single-family campsites, as well as two group day use areas with picnic shelters, which can be reserved for up to 120 guests. </p>
<p>The campground is equipped with picnic tables, campfire rings with grills and vault toilets.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground sits high on the slopes of the Santa Catalina Mountains, at an elevation of 7,000 feet. Because of its elevation, it can be much cooler than the lower-elevation campgrounds in the area. The campsites are spacious and spread out among stands of large ponderosa pines and clusters of Gambel oak. During the summer rainy season, Rose Creek meanders through the area to the six-acre Rose Canyon Lake at the lower end of the campground.
<br/><br/>
The Coronado National Forest covers 1.78 million acres of southeastern Arizona and southwestern New Mexico. Elevations range from 3,000 to 10,720 feet in 12 widely scattered mountain ranges, or "sky islands," that rise dramatically from the desert floor, supporting biologically diverse plant communities.
<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (520) 576-1325.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Catalina Highway, also known as General Hitchcock Highway and Sky Island Scenic Byway, is the only paved road that leads to the upper reaches of Mt. Lemmon and the Santa Catalina Range. It is one of the most scenic highways in the southwest and is a popular day trip.
<br/><br/>
Other notable attractions include Saguaro National Park, Sabino Canyon and Colossal Cave.

Group site fees are as follows:  
  
up to 50 persons $95;  
  
51-90 persons $130;  
  
91-120 persons $150 per day.

Bobcat group area.

Rose Canyon Lake Campground Store

Rose Canyon Lake Campground Group Site

Sign for Willow Canyon Loop.

Rose Canyon Lake Campground Campsite

Willow Edge Loop.

Rose Canyon Lake Campground .

Rose Canyon Lake Campground Amphitheater

Black Bear Flats

Rose Canyon Lake

Campsite in Rose Canyon

Campsite

Sycamore canyon loop.

Rose Canyon Lake Campground Group Site Lizard Rock

Group picnic area.

Path to site 1.

Rose Canyon Lake Campground

Rose Canyon Lake.

Rose Canyon

Rose Canyon Campground features 73 campsites, half of which may be reserved.
There are 3 RV loops. Campsites are spacious, spread out among stands of big
ponderosa pine and clumps of Gambel oak in a cool forest setting. Each
campsite has a picnic table, grill, firepit and bear box. We do have wildlife
in the campground. A hosts or employee will give each guest a campground map
(trail maps upon request), rules, and safety information.

During rainy seasons, Rose Creek meanders through the area to Rose Canyon Lake
at the lower end of the campground. This six-acre lake is sheltered by trees,
and offers a pleasant setting for a walk, relaxing, or fishing for stocked
trout. There are short hiking opportunities near the lake including a
handicapped-accessible path from the lower parking area to a floating dock
near the dam.

The Campground Store is located next to Lake parking lot and is open Thursday
- Sunday, 10am-5pm, Memorial Day through Labor Day. After Labor Day through
October, the Store is open Saturday and Sunday, 10-4pm. The store carries
fishing supplies including poles and licenses, camping supplies, and a sundry
of grocery items including ice cream and ice. If the store is closed, you can
still purchase ice and firewood through the camp host.

When the campground itself is closed for the season, around November-March,
the area is still open for woodland walks, wildlife watching, and fishing.
Please remember, however, that in the off-season the gates will be closed and
locked, so no garbage service is provided and no water is available. If you
visit then, be sure to pack out everything you pack in.

<p><img alt="Rose Canyon Campground" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd746581.jpg" width="250" /></p><p>Rose Canyon Campground features 73 campsites, half of which may be <a href="http://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232284">reserved</a>. There are 3 RV loops. Campsites are spacious, spread out among stands of big ponderosa pine and clumps of Gambel oak in a cool forest setting. Each campsite has a picnic table, grill, firepit and bear box. We do have wildlife in the campground. A hosts or employee will give each guest a campground map (trail maps upon request), rules, and safety information.</p><p><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="800" src="https://cdn.recreation.gov/widget/fs/camping/index.html?id=232284" width="100%"></iframe></p><p>During rainy seasons, Rose Creek meanders through the area to <a href="/recarea/coronado/recarea/?recid=25600">Rose Canyon Lake</a> at the lower end of the campground. This six-acre lake is sheltered by trees, and offers a pleasant setting for a walk, relaxing, or fishing for <a href="https://fishaz.azgfd.com/angler_reports/angler-report-rose-canyon-lake-4/">stocked trout</a>. There are short hiking opportunities near the lake including a handicapped-accessible path from the lower parking area to a floating dock near the dam.</p><p>The Campground Store is located next to Lake parking lot and is open Thursday - Sunday, 10am-5pm, Memorial Day through Labor Day. After Labor Day through October, the Store is open Saturday and Sunday, 10-4pm. The store carries fishing supplies including poles and licenses, camping supplies, and a sundry of grocery items including ice cream and ice. If the store is closed, you can still purchase ice and firewood through the camp host.</p><p>When the campground itself is closed for the season, around November-March, the area is still open for woodland walks, wildlife watching, and fishing. Please remember, however, that in the off-season the gates will be closed and locked, so no garbage service is provided and no water is available. If you visit then, be sure to pack out everything you pack in.</p>

Camping fee is $28.00 per night for single sites. No more than 6 people per
numbered site, including children and visitors. Double Family site is $46.00.
Vehicles (up to 6 people) are $11.00 per vehicle. Extra persons, walk-ins, and
bicycles are $1.00 each. Firewood is $8.00 per bundle/bag. Annual day use
passes can be purchased for $65.00. Day use is $11.00. The Interagency Senior
and Access Pass is good for a 50% discount on camping fee only. Payable with
cash or check.

Rose Canyon Campground

## Overview

The Sollers Cabin is a two-story, six-room cabin suitable for up to eight
people. The cabin has 3 bedrooms, each with a queen-sized bed, a dining/living
room, 1.5 bathrooms, and a fully equipped kitchen. The living room contains
two queen-size futons. The dining room has a table which seats eight. The
newly added sunroom is great for morning coffee or a good book. The kitchen is
equipped with an electric stove and oven, microwave, refrigerator, pots, pans,
utensils, dishes, a toaster, and a coffee pot. The house has electricity,
electric heating (no A/C), and running water. While the cabin has amenities
for comfortable lodging, guests **do need to provide** some of their own
supplies, including food, sleeping bags, linens, pillows, towels, dish soap,
matches, a first aid kit, toilet paper, and garbage bags. At this time, guests
are not to use the fireplace in the cabin. Unless fire restrictions are in
effect, guests can have a fire in the fire ring outside. Although electricity
is available, it is recommended that guests bring an additional light source
in case of emergencies.

## Recreation

The Sollers Cabin is approximately one hour from Tucson, Arizona, and provides
excellent access to a myriad of recreational opportunities, including hiking,
camping, birding, horseback riding, picnicking, sightseeing, mountain biking,
rock climbing, and visiting historic areas. Fishing is also available at
nearby Rose Canyon Lake. Winter sports are available at higher elevations,
depending on snowfall; Mt. Lemmon Ski Valley in the Santa Catalina Mountains
is the southernmost ski area in the United States.

## Natural Features

The Santa Catalina Mountains comprise one of the "sky islands" in the Coronado
National Forest. From the desert floor to the upper slopes of Mt. Lemmon,
biozones vary from Sonoran Desert to subalpine forest, with wildlife
communities that are equally diverse. An extensive trail network offers
opportunities for day and extended trips, with easy access to the nearby Pusch
Ridge Wildernes

## Nearby Attractions

Numerous attractions are also available nearby, including: the Sky Island
Scenic Byway (General Hitchcock Highway), Rose Canyon Lake, Mt Lemmon Ski
Valley, The University of Arizona Mt. Lemmon Sky Center, the hamlet of
Summerhaven, Arizona, as well as numerous hiking trails, and opportunities for
photography and picnicking. Attractions within one hour's drive include Sabino
Canyon Recreation Area and Saguaro National Park East.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>The Sollers Cabin is a two-story, six-room cabin suitable for up to eight people. The cabin has 3 bedrooms, each with a queen-sized bed, a dining/living room, 1.5 bathrooms, and a fully equipped kitchen.  The living room contains two queen-size futons. The dining room has a table which seats eight. The newly added sunroom is great for morning coffee or a good book. The kitchen is equipped with an electric stove and oven, microwave, refrigerator, pots, pans, utensils, dishes, a toaster, and a coffee pot. The house has electricity, electric heating (no A/C), and running water. While the cabin has amenities for comfortable lodging, guests <strong>do need to provide</strong> some of their own supplies, including food, sleeping bags, linens, pillows, towels, dish soap, matches, a first aid kit, toilet paper, and garbage bags. At this time, guests are not to use the fireplace in the cabin. Unless fire restrictions are in effect, guests can have a fire in the fire ring outside. Although electricity is available, it is recommended that guests bring an additional light source in case of emergencies.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>The Sollers Cabin is approximately one hour from Tucson, Arizona, and provides excellent access to a myriad of recreational opportunities, including hiking, camping, birding, horseback riding, picnicking, sightseeing, mountain biking, rock climbing, and visiting historic areas. Fishing is also available at nearby Rose Canyon Lake. Winter sports are available at higher elevations, depending on snowfall; Mt. Lemmon Ski Valley in the Santa Catalina Mountains is the southernmost ski area in the United States.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>The Santa Catalina Mountains comprise one of the "sky islands" in the Coronado National Forest. From the desert floor to the upper slopes of Mt. Lemmon, biozones vary from Sonoran Desert to subalpine forest, with wildlife communities that are equally diverse. An extensive trail network offers opportunities for day and extended trips, with easy access to the nearby Pusch Ridge Wildernes</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Numerous attractions are also available nearby, including: the Sky Island Scenic Byway (General Hitchcock Highway), Rose Canyon Lake, Mt Lemmon Ski Valley, The University of Arizona Mt. Lemmon Sky Center, the hamlet of Summerhaven, Arizona, as well as numerous hiking trails, and opportunities for photography and picnicking. Attractions within one hour's drive include Sabino Canyon Recreation Area and Saguaro National Park East.</p>

Outdoor front of Sollers Cabin

Sollers Kitchen 2

Sollers Kitchen photo 1

The cabin living room with two futons

Outdoor view of Sollers Cabin

Another view of the living/dining room of Sollers Cabin

Alternate view of living/dining room

A view of the smaller of the two upstairs bedrooms

Sollers upstairs smaller bedroom with one bed

Beautiful living/dining room view

The downstairs at Sollers has a full bath with a shower

Sollers downstairs bathroom

Sollers Cabin downstairs bedroom with two beds.

Sollers downstairs bedroom with 2 beds

A view of the larger of the two upstairs bedrooms

Sollers upstairs bedroom with one bed

View of the living/dining room of Sollers Cabin

View of living/dining room

Additional 1/2 bathroom upstairs (Caution: Low Head Room)

Upstairs Bathroom

Sollers Cabin Stairs

Sollers Cabin Preview

Sollers downstairs bedroom

Sollers Cabin (AZ)

While most other campgrounds in the Catalina District are closed in winter and
open in summer, Molino Campground and Picnic Area has a season that is just
the opposite. Because it is located lower on the slopes of the Santa Catalina
Mountains, Molino is open during the late fall, winter, and early spring.

The weather here is pleasantly mild then, and any of those seasons is a good
time to visit. Campsites are located in savannah -- desert grassland dotted
with oaks. Along the banks of Molino Creek, which flows only during and
immediately after rain or snowmelt, species such as cottonwood, Arizona live
oak, and mesquite provide a scenic setting for the campsites they shelter.
Views are dominated by nearby rugged, rocky hills. Roads in the campground are
paved.

<p><img alt="Molino Basin Campground" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd748380.jpg" title="Molino Basin Campground" /></p><p>While most other campgrounds in the Catalina District are closed in winter and open in summer, Molino Campground and Picnic Area has a season that is just the opposite. Because it is located lower on the slopes of the Santa Catalina Mountains, Molino is open during the late fall, winter, and early spring.</p><p>The weather here is pleasantly mild then, and any of those seasons is a good time to visit. Campsites are located in savannah -- desert grassland dotted with oaks. Along the banks of Molino Creek, which flows only during and immediately after rain or snowmelt, species such as cottonwood, Arizona live oak, and mesquite provide a scenic setting for the campsites they shelter. Views are dominated by nearby rugged, rocky hills. Roads in the campground are paved.</p>

Single site: $20.  With Golden Age/Access or Interagency Senior/Access pass
$10. Group site: $50 plus $10 per vehicle. Payable with cash or check.

Molino Basin Campground

## Overview

The Palisades Ranger Residence Cabin is located within the Palisades
Administrative Site in the Santa Catalina Mountains, 20 miles northeast of
Tucson, Arizona. The cabin is reached via the East Catalina Highway, which
becomes the General Hitchcock Highway, a historic and scenic drive that takes
visitors through multiple biozones from the Sonoran Desert to the dense
forests at 8,000 feet elevation. The cabin has indoor plumbing, electricity, a
full kitchen, furniture, beds and an enclosed front yard.

The cabin is available from late March to early November depending on the
weather.

## Recreation

The Palisades Ranger Residence Cabin is approximately one hour from Tucson,
AZ, 18.4 miles up Mt. Lemmon. The cabin location provides access to a myriad
of recreational opportunities, including hiking, camping, birding, horseback
riding, picnicking, sightseeing, mountain biking, rock climbing, and visiting
historic areas. Fishing is also available at nearby Rose Canyon Lake. Winter
sports are available at higher elevations, depending on snowfall; Mt. Lemmon
Ski Valley in the Santa Catalina Mountains is the southernmost ski area in the
United States.

## Facilities

The Palisades Ranger Residence is a five-room cabin, suitable for up to four
people. The cabin has a bedroom, dining room, living room, bathroom, and fully
equipped kitchen. The bedroom has a queen bed, while the living room contains
2 full-size futons. The dining room has a table and four chairs. The kitchen
is equipped with a propane stove/oven, microwave, refrigerator, pots, pans,
utensils, dishes, and a coffee pot. The house has electricity, a propane
heater, and running water.  
  
While the cabin has amenities for comfortable lodging, guests do need to
provide some of their own supplies, including food, sleeping bags, linens,
pillows, towels, dish soap, matches, a first aid kit, toilet paper, and
garbage bags. Although electricity is available, it is recommended that guests
bring an additional light source in case of emergencies.

## Natural Features

The Santa Catalina Mountains comprise one of the "sky islands" in the Coronado
National Forest. From the desert floor to the upper slopes of Mt. Lemmon,
biozones vary from Sonoran desert to subalpine forest, with wildlife
communities that are equally diverse. An extensive trail network offers
opportunities for day and extended trips, with easy access to the nearby Pusch
Ridge Wilderness.

## Nearby Attractions

Numerous attractions are also available nearby, including: the Sky Island
Scenic Byway (General Hitchcock Highway), Rose Canyon Lake, Mt Lemmon Ski
Valley, The University of Arizona Mt. Lemmon Sky Center, the hamlet of
Summerhaven, Arizona, as well as numerous hiking trails, and opportunities for
photography and picnicing. Attractions within one hour's drive include Sabino
Canyon Recreation Area and Saguaro National Park East.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>The Palisades Ranger Residence Cabin is located within the Palisades Administrative Site in the Santa Catalina Mountains, 20 miles northeast of Tucson, Arizona. The cabin is reached via the East Catalina Highway, which becomes the General Hitchcock Highway, a historic and scenic drive that takes visitors through multiple biozones from the Sonoran Desert to the dense forests at 8,000 feet elevation. The cabin has indoor plumbing, electricity, a full kitchen, furniture, beds and an enclosed front yard.  </p>
<p>The cabin is available from late March to early November depending on the weather. </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>The Palisades Ranger Residence Cabin is approximately one hour from Tucson, AZ, 18.4 miles up Mt. Lemmon. The cabin location provides access to a myriad of recreational opportunities, including hiking, camping, birding, horseback riding, picnicking, sightseeing, mountain biking, rock climbing, and visiting historic areas. Fishing is also available at nearby Rose Canyon Lake. Winter sports are available at higher elevations, depending on snowfall; Mt. Lemmon Ski Valley in the Santa Catalina Mountains is the southernmost ski area in the United States.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The Palisades Ranger Residence is a five-room cabin, suitable for up to four people. The cabin has a bedroom, dining room, living room, bathroom, and fully equipped kitchen. The bedroom has a queen bed, while the living room contains 2 full-size futons. The dining room has a table and four chairs. The kitchen is equipped with a propane stove/oven, microwave, refrigerator, pots, pans, utensils, dishes, and a coffee pot. The house has electricity, a propane heater, and running water.<br> <br>While the cabin has amenities for comfortable lodging, guests do need to provide some of their own supplies, including food, sleeping bags, linens, pillows, towels, dish soap, matches, a first aid kit, toilet paper, and garbage bags. Although electricity is available, it is recommended that guests bring an additional light source in case of emergencies.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The Santa Catalina Mountains comprise one of the "sky islands" in the Coronado National Forest. From the desert floor to the upper slopes of Mt. Lemmon, biozones vary from Sonoran desert to subalpine forest, with wildlife communities that are equally diverse. An extensive trail network offers opportunities for day and extended trips, with easy access to the nearby Pusch Ridge Wilderness. 
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Numerous attractions are also available nearby, including: the Sky Island Scenic Byway (General Hitchcock Highway), Rose Canyon Lake, Mt Lemmon Ski Valley, The University of Arizona Mt. Lemmon Sky Center, the hamlet of Summerhaven, Arizona, as well as numerous hiking trails, and opportunities for photography and picnicing.
 
Attractions within one hour's drive include Sabino Canyon Recreation Area and Saguaro National Park East.

Palisades Ranger Residence Cabin

PALISADES RANGER RESIDENCE CABIN

Palisades Cabin, Bedroom

Front Yard with picnic table, fire ring, and propane grill.

Palisades Cabin, Front Yard

Palisades Cabin, Dining Room

Living Room of Palisades Ranger Residence Cabin

Living Room

Palisades Cabin, Bathroom

Palisades Cabin, Kitchen

## Overview

The cool shade of tall ponderosa pines and an overlook of Palisade Canyon from
the campgrounds edge make Showers Point Group Site a popular place for groups
to spend a weekend or an afternoon. Visitors can relax in shaded campsites,
picnic at nearby Rose Canyon, hike and mountain bike on nearby trails or take
a scenic drive on Catalina Highway.

## Recreation

Within easy walking distance from Showers Point is one of the most scenic
overlooks in the Santa Catalinas. From this towering bluff visitors can see
the lower slopes of the Santa Catalina Range and the Santa Cruz Valley
stretching toward Mexico. Tall, pyramid-shaped Mt. Wrightson of the Santa Rita
Mountains stands prominent on the horizon.  
  
Visitors enjoy hiking through the Santa Catalina backcountry, via the Palisade
Trail that departs near the campground. The trail drops down the southwestern
slopes of the mountain range to the popular Sabino Canyon Recreation Area.  
  
Fishing is also available at the nearby six-acre Rose Canyon Lake. A day-use
fee is applicable at Rose Canyon

## Facilities

The three group campsites at Showers Point are well spread out over this
spacious location and include large, leveled tent pads and picnic shelters.
Each site is tent-only for up to 25 guests. The facility is equipped with
water faucets and toilets.

## Natural Features

Showers Point Group Campground sits high on the slopes of the Santa Catalina
Mountains at 7,700 feet. Because of its elevation, it can be much cooler than
the lower-elevation campgrounds in the area. The campsites are spacious and
spread out among stands of big ponderosa pines and clusters of Gambel oak.  
  
The Coronado National Forest covers 1.78 million acres of southeastern Arizona
and southwestern New Mexico. Elevations range from 3,000 to 10,720 feet in 12
widely scattered mountain ranges, or "sky islands," that rise dramatically
from the desert floor, supporting biologically diverse plant communities.

## Nearby Attractions

Catalina Highway, also known as General Hitchcock Highway and Sky Island
Scenic Byway, is the only paved road that leads to the upper reaches of Mt.
Lemmon and the Santa Catalina Range. It is one of the most scenic highways in
the southwest and provides a popular day trip.  
  
Other notable attractions include Saguaro National Park, Sabino Canyon and
Colossal Cave.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (520) 314-0069.

<h2>Overview</h2>
The cool shade of tall ponderosa pines and an overlook of Palisade Canyon from the campgrounds edge make Showers Point Group Site a popular place for groups to spend a weekend or an afternoon. Visitors can relax in shaded campsites, picnic at nearby Rose Canyon, hike and mountain bike on nearby trails or take a scenic drive on Catalina Highway.
<h2>Recreation</h2>
Within easy walking distance from Showers Point is one of the most scenic overlooks in the Santa Catalinas. From this towering bluff visitors can see the lower slopes of the Santa Catalina Range and the Santa Cruz Valley stretching toward Mexico. Tall, pyramid-shaped Mt. Wrightson of the Santa Rita Mountains stands prominent on the horizon.
<br/><br/>
Visitors enjoy hiking through the Santa Catalina backcountry, via the Palisade Trail that departs near the campground. The trail drops down the southwestern slopes of the mountain range to the popular Sabino Canyon Recreation Area.
<br/><br/>
Fishing is also available at the nearby six-acre Rose Canyon Lake. A day-use fee is applicable at Rose Canyon
<h2>Facilities</h2>
The three group campsites at Showers Point are well spread out over this spacious location and include large, leveled tent pads and picnic shelters. Each site is tent-only for up to 25 guests. The facility is equipped with water faucets and toilets.
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Showers Point Group Campground sits high on the slopes of the Santa Catalina Mountains at 7,700 feet. Because of its elevation, it can be much cooler than the lower-elevation campgrounds in the area. The campsites are spacious and spread out among stands of big ponderosa pines and clusters of Gambel oak.
<br/><br/>
The Coronado National Forest covers 1.78 million acres of southeastern Arizona and southwestern New Mexico. Elevations range from 3,000 to 10,720 feet in 12 widely scattered mountain ranges, or "sky islands," that rise dramatically from the desert floor, supporting biologically diverse plant communities.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Catalina Highway, also known as General Hitchcock Highway and Sky Island Scenic Byway, is the only paved road that leads to the upper reaches of Mt. Lemmon and the Santa Catalina Range. It is one of the most scenic highways in the southwest and provides a popular day trip.
<br/><br/>
Other notable attractions include Saguaro National Park, Sabino Canyon and Colossal Cave.
<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (520) 314-0069.

Showers Point Group Campground

Showers Point Group Campground parking

SHOWERS POINT GROUP SITE

Showers Point Group Site

## Overview

Visitors are drawn to Molino Campground for its group camping area, scenic
mountain surroundings and hiking and mountain biking opportunities. While most
other campgrounds in the Catalina Mountains are closed in winter, Molino
Campground and its picnic area are open in late fall, winter and early spring.
The pleasant winter weather at this elevation makes it a great time to visit.  
  
Molino Basin is conveniently located 5.5 miles from the base of Mt. Lemmon on
the Catalina Highway, and about 10 miles northeast of Tucson.

## Recreation

Hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding are popular activities. The
Arizona Trail, which extends from Mexico to Utah, passes through the
campground, and the Molino Trail leads to the Pusch Ridge Wilderness (hiking
and horseback riding only). A variety of additional trails, including some on
9,157' Mt. Lemmon, are available in the area for those who wish to venture
away from the campground for the day.

## Facilities

This facility has a few dozen individual campsites available on a first-come,
first-served basis, along with a reservable group camping and picnic area. The
group area is accessible with a paved walkway, and is equipped with a large
picnic shelter covering several picnic tables, two serving tables, grills and
food storage lockers for bear safety. Six cleared tent pads, as well as one
accessible tent site, are adjacent to the picnic area. Most of the tent sites
are open and sunny. RVs and trailers are permitted.  
  
Visitors must bring their own drinking water; none is provided.

## Natural Features

Campsites sit amid a high desert oak scrub ecosystem at an elevation of 4,500
feet on the slopes of the Santa Catalina Mountains. Along the banks of Molino
Creek, which flows during and immediately after rain or snowmelt, species such
as cottonwood, Arizona live oak and mesquite provide a scenic setting. Views
are dominated by rugged, rocky hills. Colorful wildflowers bloom in spring.

## Nearby Attractions

Catalina Highway (also known as General Hitchcock Highway and Sky Island
Scenic Byway), the only paved road that leads to the upper reaches of Mt.
Lemmon and the Santa Catalina Range, is one of the most scenic highways in the
Southwest and definitely worth a day trip.  
  
Other notable attractions include Saguaro National Park, Sabino Canyon,
Colossal Cave and the city of Tucson.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Visitors are drawn to Molino Campground for its group camping area, scenic mountain surroundings and hiking and mountain biking opportunities. While most other campgrounds in the Catalina Mountains are closed in winter, Molino Campground and its picnic area are open in late fall, winter and early spring. The pleasant winter weather at this elevation makes it a great time to visit.
<br><br>
Molino Basin is conveniently located 5.5 miles from the base of Mt. Lemmon on the Catalina Highway, and about 10 miles northeast of Tucson.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding are popular activities. The Arizona Trail, which extends from Mexico to Utah, passes through the campground, and the Molino Trail leads to the Pusch Ridge Wilderness (hiking and horseback riding only). A variety of additional trails, including some on 9,157' Mt. Lemmon, are available in the area for those who wish to venture away from the campground for the day.<h2>Facilities</h2>
This facility has a few dozen individual campsites available on a first-come, first-served basis, along with a reservable group camping and picnic area. The group area is accessible with a paved walkway, and is equipped with a large picnic shelter covering several picnic tables, two serving tables, grills and food storage lockers for bear safety. Six cleared tent pads, as well as one accessible tent site, are adjacent to the picnic area. Most of the tent sites are open and sunny. RVs and trailers are permitted.
<br><br>
Visitors must bring their own drinking water; none is provided.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Campsites sit amid a high desert oak scrub ecosystem at an elevation of 4,500 feet on the slopes of the Santa Catalina Mountains. Along the banks of Molino Creek, which flows during and immediately after rain or snowmelt, species such as cottonwood, Arizona live oak and mesquite provide a scenic setting. Views are dominated by rugged, rocky hills. Colorful wildflowers bloom in spring.

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Catalina Highway (also known as General Hitchcock Highway and Sky Island Scenic Byway), the only paved road that leads to the upper reaches of Mt. Lemmon and the Santa Catalina Range, is one of the most scenic highways in the Southwest and definitely worth a day trip.
<br><br>
Other notable attractions include Saguaro National Park, Sabino Canyon, Colossal Cave and the city of Tucson.

Group area with multiple benches and a firepit.

On-site vault toilets.

Bellota Trail. Be careful when crossing this road!!! Watch for bikes and vehicles and pedestrians.

Road to cross from the parking lot to the Beloota Trail.

Wally the friendly camp ground host, with assistant Cyclone. He can answer your questions and help you find a campground!

A man squatting down next to his dog, the man is smiling and waving at the camera.

Arizona Trail

A map of the vast campground is at the pay station, just past the camp host pad. There is clear information for accessible campsites, RV sites, and more.

Entry signs with a map and pay information ($20 per night)

Day use information and pay station.

Sheltered group picnic area

Reserve the group campground for Big spacious meeting spaces surrounded by designated tent pads.

Uncovered fire pit surrounded by benches, with the covered pavilion with picnic table in the background.

Day use picnic site.

Reserve the group campsite to use this beautiful large ramada! Use for training, or outdoor group gathers.

Large ramada with 6 picnic tables underneath.

Wheelchair accessible raised tent pad at the group campsite.

Wheelchair accessible raised tent pad. Dirt walled in by a low rocks.

Path to site 25

Molino

This site is also known as Prison Camp.The site was a Federal Honor Camp
beginning in 1937 to house federal prisoners supplying labor to build a road
for access into the Santa Catalina Mountains. Prisoners had been convicted of
federal crimes ranging from immigration law violations to tax evasion to bank
robbery.

During World War II, many of the prisoners of this camp were conscientious
objectors whose religions prohibited them from serving in the military. Some
were Japanese Americans protesting the Japanese American Relocation, the
largest forced removal and incarceration in U.S. History that started after
the Japanese Navy attacked Pearl Harbor in 1941. Over 100,000 Japanese
Americans, many American Citizens, were imprisoned in internment camps for
fear they would conduct espionage and sabotage along the west coast.

Gordon Hirabayashi was a senior at the University of Washington in 1942. He
challenged the constitutionality of internment based on race or ancestry. He
turned himself in to the FBI rather than report for relocation. He was
convicted and sentenced to serve at the Federal Honor Camp in the Santa
Catalina Mountains.

In 1987, Hirabayashi's case was overturned. A federal commission determined
that the internment had been motivated by racial prejudice and wartime
hysteria. In 1988, the Civil Liberties Act was signed by President Ronald
Reagan, which acknowledged the injustice and apologized for the internment.

In 1999, the Coronado National Forest renamed the site in honor of Dr.
Hirabayashi and the other resisters of conscience who were imprisoned there.
Dr. Hirabayashi and others attended the dedication ceremony.

<p><img alt="Gordon Hirabayashi Recreation Site" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd767423.jpg" title="Gordon Hirabayashi Recreation Site" /></p><p>This site is also known as Prison Camp.The site was a Federal Honor Camp beginning in 1937 to house federal prisoners supplying labor to build a road for access into the Santa Catalina Mountains. Prisoners had been convicted of federal crimes ranging from immigration law violations to tax evasion to bank robbery.</p><p>During World War II, many of the prisoners of this camp were conscientious objectors whose religions prohibited them from serving in the military. Some were Japanese Americans protesting the Japanese American Relocation, the largest forced removal and incarceration in U.S. History that started after the Japanese Navy attacked Pearl Harbor in 1941. Over 100,000 Japanese Americans, many American Citizens, were imprisoned in internment camps for fear they would conduct espionage and sabotage along the west coast.</p><p>Gordon Hirabayashi was a senior at the University of Washington in 1942. He challenged the constitutionality of internment based on race or ancestry. He turned himself in to the FBI rather than report for relocation. He was convicted and sentenced to serve at the Federal Honor Camp in the Santa Catalina Mountains.</p><p>In 1987, Hirabayashi&rsquo;s case was overturned. A federal commission determined that the internment had been motivated by racial prejudice and wartime hysteria. In 1988, the Civil Liberties Act was signed by President Ronald Reagan, which acknowledged the injustice and apologized for the internment.</p><p>In 1999, the Coronado National Forest renamed the site in honor of Dr. Hirabayashi and the other resisters of conscience who were imprisoned there. Dr. Hirabayashi and others attended the dedication ceremony.</p>

Gordon Hirabayashi Campground

## Overview

Whitetail Campground offers group campsites in the foothills of the Catalina
Mountains of southeastern Arizona, 5 miles south of the town of Summerhaven
and the top of Mt. Lemmon. Groups can enjoy picking, hiking, camping and
wildlife watching while enjoying a cool respite from hot summer. The facility
can accommodate groups for day or overnight use.

## Recreation

Hiking and sightseeing are popular activities. The surrounding national forest
boasts a variety of trails, including some on the 9,157-foot Mt. Lemmon, for
those who wish to venture away from the campground for the day.  
  
The University of Arizona runs an observatory just up the road, and visitors
can also drive a few minutes to the small town of Summerhaven, which offers
amenities and attractions on Mt. Lemmon's summit.  
  
Anglers can try for stocked trout at nearby Rose Canyon Lake.

## Facilities

All five group areas have picnic shelters that can accommodate between 40 to
90 people each and come equipped with drinking water, electricity (small
appliances only), trash collection and vault toilets.

## Natural Features

Whitetail Campground sits high on the slopes of the Santa Catalina Mountains
at an elevation of 8,000 feet. Because of its elevation, it can be much cooler
than the lower-elevation campgrounds in the area. The campsites are spacious
and spread out among stands of big ponderosa pines  
  
The Coronado National Forest covers 1.78 million acres of southeastern Arizona
and southwestern New Mexico. Elevations range from 3,000 to 10,720 feet in 12
widely scattered mountain ranges, or "sky islands," that rise dramatically
from the desert floor, supporting biologically diverse plant communities.

## Nearby Attractions

Catalina Highway, also known as General Hitchcock Highway and Sky Island
Scenic Byway, is the only paved road that leads to the upper reaches of Mt.
Lemmon and the Santa Catalina Range, offering a scenic day trip.  
  
Other notable attractions include Saguaro National Park, Sabino Canyon and
Colossal Cave.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Whitetail Campground offers group campsites in the foothills of the Catalina Mountains of southeastern Arizona, 5 miles south of the town of Summerhaven and the top of Mt. Lemmon. Groups can enjoy picking, hiking, camping and wildlife watching while enjoying a cool respite from hot summer. The facility can accommodate groups for day or overnight use.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Hiking and sightseeing are popular activities. The surrounding national forest boasts a variety of trails, including some on the 9,157-foot Mt. Lemmon, for those who wish to venture away from the campground for the day.
<br/><br/>
The University of Arizona runs an observatory just up the road, and visitors can also drive a few minutes to the small town of Summerhaven, which offers amenities and attractions on Mt. Lemmon's summit.
<br/><br/>
Anglers can try for stocked trout at nearby Rose Canyon Lake.<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>All five group areas have picnic shelters that can accommodate between 40 to 90 people each and come equipped with drinking water, electricity (small appliances only), trash collection and vault toilets.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Whitetail Campground sits high on the slopes of the Santa Catalina Mountains at an elevation of 8,000 feet. Because of its elevation, it can be much cooler than the lower-elevation campgrounds in the area. The campsites are spacious and spread out among stands of big ponderosa pines
<br/><br/>
The Coronado National Forest covers 1.78 million acres of southeastern Arizona and southwestern New Mexico. Elevations range from 3,000 to 10,720 feet in 12 widely scattered mountain ranges, or "sky islands," that rise dramatically from the desert floor, supporting biologically diverse plant communities.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Catalina Highway, also known as General Hitchcock Highway and Sky Island Scenic Byway, is the only paved road that leads to the upper reaches of Mt. Lemmon and the Santa Catalina Range, offering a scenic day trip.
<br/><br/>
Other notable attractions include Saguaro National Park, Sabino Canyon and Colossal Cave.

Whitetail Campground Entrance Sign

Whitetail Campground

WHITETAIL CAMPGROUND

Whitetail Campground offers group campsites in the foothills of the Catalina
Mountains of southeastern Arizona, 5 miles south of the town of Summerhaven
and the top of Mt. Lemmon. Groups can enjoy picking, hiking, camping and
wildlife watching while enjoying a cool respite from hot summer. The facility
can accommodate groups for day or overnight use. Hosts live on site.

This campground is designed for large groups such as church, corporation,
family reunions, etc. Sites are often booked a year in advance through
reserveamerica.gov. On occasion a site may not be booked and walk-ins are
welcome, however, the cost of the site is the fee.

Whitetail Group Campsites have large firepits, large grills, tables, ramadas
and bear boxes. Each site has a clean, stocked restroom.Each site has a ramada
with picnic tables, a 120 volt outlet to plug in a coffee pot, crockpot, etc.

<p><img alt="Whitetail Group Site" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd746621.jpg" width="250" /></p><p>Whitetail Campground offers group campsites in the foothills of the Catalina Mountains of southeastern Arizona, 5 miles south of the town of Summerhaven and the top of Mt. Lemmon. Groups can enjoy picking, hiking, camping and wildlife watching while enjoying a cool respite from hot summer. The facility can accommodate groups for day or overnight use. Hosts live on site.</p><p>This campground is designed for large groups such as church, corporation, family reunions, etc. Sites are often booked a year in advance through reserveamerica.gov. On occasion a site may not be booked and walk-ins are welcome, however, the cost of the site is the fee.</p><p>Whitetail Group Campsites have large firepits, large grills, tables, ramadas and bear boxes. Each site has a clean, stocked restroom.Each site has a ramada with picnic tables, a 120 volt outlet to plug in a coffee pot, crockpot, etc.</p>

Site #1 is $135 a night, with a maximum of 40 people and 8 parking spaces.
Site #2 is $151 a night, with a maximum of 60 people and 12 parking spaces.
Site #3 is $135 a night, with a maximum of 45 people and 8 parking spaces.
Site #4 is $135 a night, with a maximum of 45 people and 9 parking spaces.
Site #5 is $178 a night, with a maximum of 90 people and 16 parking spaces.
Vehicles (up to 6 people) are $10.00 per vehicle. Extra persons, walk-ins, and
bicycles are $1.00 each. Firewood is $8.00 per bundle/bag. Payable by cash or
checks only.

Whitetail Group Site

This mountain campground is located at the head of a shallow, forested canyon
a short distance off the Catalina Highway. Spencer Canyon faces the city of
Tucson and the Santa Cruz Valley, both of which are visible as a distant
panorama through openings in the forest canopy.

Spencer Canyon Campground has 66 sites. Each site has a concrete table,
firepit, B-B-Q and bear box for food storage. A beautiful night view of Tucson
can be seen from several sites. Spencer is rugged, rustic in layout and close
to the hamlet of Summerhaven. Each camping area has clean, stocked vault
toilets. Campground hosts live on site. Firewood may be purchased from the
hosts.

The Catalina Highway is paved, but it can be snow covered in winter when
chains and/or 4-wheel drive may be required.

<p><img alt="Spencer Canyon Campground" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd746608.jpg" width="250" /></p><p>This mountain campground is located at the head of a shallow, forested canyon a short distance off the <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/coronado/recarea/?recid=25628">Catalina Highway</a>. Spencer Canyon faces the city of Tucson and the Santa Cruz Valley, both of which are visible as a distant panorama through openings in the forest canopy.</p><p>Spencer Canyon Campground has 66 sites. Each site has a concrete table, firepit, B-B-Q and bear box for food storage. A beautiful night view of Tucson can be seen from several sites. Spencer is rugged, rustic in layout and close to the hamlet of Summerhaven. Each camping area has clean, stocked vault toilets. Campground hosts live on site. Firewood may be purchased from the hosts.</p><p>The Catalina Highway is paved, but it can be snow covered in winter when chains and/or 4-wheel drive may be required.</p>

Camping fee is $28.00 per night for single sites. No more than 6 people per
numbered site, including children and visitors. Double Family site is $44.00.
Extra vehicle is $11.00 per night per site. No more than two vehicles per
site. Extra persons, walk-ins, and bicycles are $1.00 each. Firewood is $8.00
per bundle/bag. The Interagency Senior and Access Pass is good for a 50%
discount on camping fee only. Payable with cash or check.

Spencer Canyon Campground

## Overview

Cactus Ramada 2 is a reservable group picnic site within the extremely popular
Sabino Canyon Recreation Area at the edge of Tucson, Arizona. The facility is
accessible and can accommodate up to 25 people. Groups can picnic, hike and
ride horseback in this desert oasis of Coronado National Forest.

## Recreation

Hikers are drawn to Sabino Canyon for its beauty, scenery and challenge. Three
popular trails begin at the recreation area and offer access to the dramatic
landscape of the Santa Catalina Front Range, famous for its deep canyons and
soaring ridges. A sunset hike reveals the lights of Tucson framed by the black
silhouette of surrounding mountains.  
  
The self-guided Desert Nature Trail at the Sabino Canyon Visitor Center
provides an excellent way to get to know the plants that have adapted to
living in this demanding environment.  
  
Several area trails can also be used for mountain biking and horseback riding.

## Facilities

The group site can accommodate up to 25 people. Amenities include a vault
restroom, picnic shelter, three accessible picnic tables, one serving table,
one bear-proof trash can and one large grill. Access to Cactus Ramada 1 is
through the use of the Sabino Canyon shuttle service or by foot travel
1/3-mile to the Cactus Picnic Area from the parking area. There are also many
individual first-come, first-served picnic sites scattered throughout area. A
visitor center and bookstore are nearby.

## Natural Features

The recreation area is located along Sabino Creek at an elevation of 2,800
feet at the foot of the Santa Catalina Mountains. For many who come to visit
the Southwest, this area provides their first close encounter with the Sonoran
Desert and the fascinating variety of plants and animals that make it their
home.  
  
Winter temperatures are pleasant, and springtime brings the desert to life
with numerous flowering cacti and desert wildflowers.

## Nearby Attractions

The recreation area or visitor center can be used as a home base for exploring
scenic and natural areas of Sabino Canyon. The city of Tucson is just a short
drive away and has many attractions and amenities. Other notable places nearby
include Saguaro National Park and Colossal Cave.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Cactus Ramada 2 is a reservable group picnic site within the extremely popular Sabino Canyon Recreation Area at the edge of Tucson, Arizona. The facility is accessible and can accommodate up to 25 people. Groups can picnic, hike and ride horseback in this desert oasis of Coronado National Forest.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Hikers are drawn to Sabino Canyon for its beauty, scenery and challenge. Three popular trails begin at the recreation area and offer access to the dramatic landscape of the Santa Catalina Front Range, famous for its deep canyons and soaring ridges. A sunset hike reveals the lights of Tucson framed by the black silhouette of surrounding mountains.
<br><br>
The self-guided Desert Nature Trail at the Sabino Canyon Visitor Center provides an excellent way to get to know the plants that have adapted to living in this demanding environment.
<br><br>
Several area trails can also be used for mountain biking and horseback riding.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The group site can accommodate up to 25 people. Amenities include a vault restroom, picnic shelter, three accessible picnic tables, one serving table, one bear-proof trash can and one large grill.
  
Access to Cactus Ramada 1 is through the use of the Sabino Canyon shuttle service or by foot travel 1/3-mile to the Cactus Picnic Area from the parking area.
  
There are also many individual first-come, first-served picnic sites scattered throughout area. A visitor center and bookstore are nearby.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The recreation area is located along Sabino Creek at an elevation of 2,800 feet at the foot of the Santa Catalina Mountains. For many who come to visit the Southwest, this area provides their first close encounter with the Sonoran Desert and the fascinating variety of plants and animals that make it their home.
<br><br>
Winter temperatures are pleasant, and springtime brings the desert to life with numerous flowering cacti and desert wildflowers.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The recreation area or visitor center can be used as a home base for exploring scenic and natural areas of Sabino Canyon. The city of Tucson is just a short drive away and has many attractions and amenities. Other notable places nearby include Saguaro National Park and Colossal Cave.

Ramada 2, large and spacious for your gatherings.

Ramada 2, covered with picnic tables, benches, trash cans, and grills

Large covered ramada with 3 picnic tables, benches, a grill and trashcans

Water is available at the entry of Ramada 2.

silver water spigot coming out of a rock

Two pit toilets available - shared between Ramada 1 & 2, as well as surrounding picnic areas

stone building with trashcans out front

Brown sign to the left of a paved path that says "Ramada 2"

Slatted covered area with no picnic table under

Additional picnic areas near the ramadas.

close up of a covered picnic table

Paved path to Ramada 2, lined with endemic desert vegetation.

paved path with saguaros and mesquite  trees lining each side, ramada in the distance

Individual picnic areas outside of the ramada.

single covered picnic table with grill

paved path to ramada 2, framed by desert plants

large saguaro against a bright blue sky

Gravel entry road

Sabino Canyon Recreation Area Cactus Ramada 2

## Overview

Cactus Ramada 1 is a reservable group picnic site within the extremely popular
Sabino Canyon Recreation Area at the edge of Tucson, Arizona. The facility is
accessible and can accommodate up to 45 people. Groups can picnic, hike and
ride horseback in this desert oasis of Coronado National Forest.

## Recreation

Hikers are drawn to Sabino Canyon for its beauty, scenery and challenge. Three
popular trails begin at the recreation area and offer access to the dramatic
landscape of the Santa Catalina Front Range, famous for its deep canyons and
soaring ridges. A sunset hike reveals the lights of Tucson framed by the black
silhouette of surrounding mountains.  
  
The self-guided Desert Nature Trail at the Sabino Canyon Visitor Center
provides an excellent way to get to know the plants that have adapted to
living in this demanding environment.  
  
Several area trails can also be used for mountain biking and horseback riding.

## Facilities

The group site can accommodate up to 45 people. Amenities include a vault
restroom, picnic shelter, four accessible picnic tables, one serving table,
two bear-proof trash cans, two grills and a campfire circle. Access to Cactus
Ramada 1 is through the use of the Sabino Canyon shuttle service or by foot
travel 1/3-mile to the Cactus Picnic Area from the parking area. There are
also many individual first-come, first-served picnic sites scattered
throughout area. A visitor center and bookstore are nearby.

## Natural Features

The recreation area is located along Sabino Creek at an elevation of 2,800
feet in the foot of the Santa Catalina Mountains. For many who come to visit
the Southwest, this area provides their first close encounter with the Sonoran
Desert and the fascinating variety of plants and animals that make it their
home.  
  
Winter temperatures are pleasant, and springtime brings the desert to life
with numerous flowering cacti and desert wildflowers.

## Nearby Attractions

The recreation area or visitor center can be used as a home base for exploring
scenic and natural areas of Sabino Canyon. The city of Tucson is just a short
drive away and has many attractions and amenities. Other notable places nearby
include Saguaro National Park and Colossal Cave.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Cactus Ramada 1 is a reservable group picnic site within the extremely popular Sabino Canyon Recreation Area at the edge of Tucson, Arizona. The facility is accessible and can accommodate up to 45 people. Groups can picnic, hike and ride horseback in this desert oasis of Coronado National Forest.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Hikers are drawn to Sabino Canyon for its beauty, scenery and challenge. Three popular trails begin at the recreation area and offer access to the dramatic landscape of the Santa Catalina Front Range, famous for its deep canyons and soaring ridges. A sunset hike reveals the lights of Tucson framed by the black silhouette of surrounding mountains.
<br><br>
The self-guided Desert Nature Trail at the Sabino Canyon Visitor Center provides an excellent way to get to know the plants that have adapted to living in this demanding environment.
<br><br>
Several area trails can also be used for mountain biking and horseback riding.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The group site can accommodate up to 45 people. Amenities include a vault restroom, picnic shelter, four accessible picnic tables, one serving table, two bear-proof trash cans, two grills and a campfire circle.
  
Access to Cactus Ramada 1 is through the use of the Sabino Canyon shuttle service or by foot travel 1/3-mile to the Cactus Picnic Area from the parking area.
  
There are also many individual first-come, first-served picnic sites scattered throughout area. A visitor center and bookstore are nearby.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The recreation area is located along Sabino Creek at an elevation of 2,800 feet in the foot of the Santa Catalina Mountains. For many who come to visit the Southwest, this area provides their first close encounter with the Sonoran Desert and the fascinating variety of plants and animals that make it their home.
<br><br>
Winter temperatures are pleasant, and springtime brings the desert to life with numerous flowering cacti and desert wildflowers.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The recreation area or visitor center can be used as a home base for exploring scenic and natural areas of Sabino Canyon. The city of Tucson is just a short drive away and has many attractions and amenities. Other notable places nearby include Saguaro National Park and Colossal Cave.

Cactus Ramada 1 in Sabino Canyon with a stone fire pit ring.

A covered ramada with picnic tables, grills, trashcans, and bear-safe contatiners. Stone fire pit immediately to the left.

Additional picnic tables outside of the ramada

a stone picnic table in surrounding area outside the ramada

Pit toilet facilities shared with ramada 1 and 2

Stone building pit toilet

Firepit adjacent to Ramada 1

A wooden sign with Smokey Bear

Beautiful views of the desert from the ramada.

Views of mountains and cactus just outside the ramada

The paved path from the gravel lot to ramada 1.

Paved path to ramada 1

Additional picnic tables around the ramada.

Picnic table outside of the ramada, with a standing grill

Under the ramada, with a view of picnic tables and benches

Paved paths make both Cactus Ramada 1 and 2 wheelchair and handicap accessible.

Paved path to the left of a sign saying "Ramada 1"

Another covered area in the surrounding area.

view of ramada 2 from afar

Water is available at the entrance of Ramada 2.

a water spigot coming out of a rock

Sabino Canyon Recreation Area Cactus Ramada 1

## Overview

With its picturesque vegetation and dramatic setting at the foot of 9,157' Mt.
Lemmon in southeastern Arizona, Peppersauce Campground is an outstanding area
for enjoying an afternoon picnic or a weekend campout. This year-round
facility is a popular stop among off-road vehicle enthusiasts and families.
Hunting, hiking and scenic driving opportunities are nearby. It is located 8
miles from the town of Oracle.

## Recreation

The Santa Catalina Mountains are known for their exceptional hiking. Hikers
can find access to the Arizona Trail, which runs from Mexico to Utah, about 5
miles from the campground along Forest Road 38. Off-road vehicle trails are
also available in the area.  
  
A few nearby caves afford visitors the opportunity for caving and spelunking.

## Facilities

Peppersauce Campground has one reservable group camping area for up to 35
people at a time. The facility is equipped with vault toilets, several tables
and benches, a grill, campfire rings and lantern posts. The parking area can
hold up to 10 vehicles. First-come, first-served individual campsites are also
available.  
  
A campground host is available on-site for visitor assistance.

## Natural Features

Campsites at Peppersauce are spread throughout a creekside oasis of enormous
Arizona sycamore and walnut trees that provide shade in summer and color in
autumn. The campground sits at an elevation of 4,700 feet alongside
Peppersauce Creek. The creek is normally dry except during heavy rains or the
area's summer monsoon season. Campers should be aware that the creek is prone
to flash flooding during rain events.

## Nearby Attractions

Visitors can explore several historic, cultural and natural attractions within
a day trip, including the University of Arizona's Biosphere 2, the city of
Tucson, Saguaro National Park, Sabino Canyon and Colossal Cave.

<h2>Overview</h2>
With its picturesque vegetation and dramatic setting at the foot of 9,157' Mt. Lemmon in southeastern Arizona, Peppersauce Campground is an outstanding area for enjoying an afternoon picnic or a weekend campout. This year-round facility is a popular stop among off-road vehicle enthusiasts and families. Hunting, hiking and scenic driving opportunities are nearby. It is located 8 miles from the town of Oracle.<h2>Recreation</h2>
The Santa Catalina Mountains are known for their exceptional hiking. Hikers can find access to the Arizona Trail, which runs from Mexico to Utah, about 5 miles from the campground along Forest Road 38. Off-road vehicle trails are also available in the area.
<br/><br/>
A few nearby caves afford visitors the opportunity for caving and spelunking.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Peppersauce Campground has one reservable group camping area for up to 35 people at a time. The facility is equipped with vault toilets, several tables and benches, a grill, campfire rings and lantern posts. The parking area can hold up to 10 vehicles. First-come, first-served individual campsites are also available.
<br/><br/>
A campground host is available on-site for visitor assistance.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Campsites at Peppersauce are spread throughout a creekside oasis of enormous Arizona sycamore and walnut trees that provide shade in summer and color in autumn. The campground sits at an elevation of 4,700 feet alongside Peppersauce Creek. The creek is normally dry except during heavy rains or the area's summer monsoon season. Campers should be aware that the creek is prone to flash flooding during rain events.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Visitors can explore several historic, cultural and natural attractions within a day trip, including the University of Arizona's Biosphere 2, the city of Tucson, Saguaro National Park, Sabino Canyon and Colossal Cave.

Peppersauce Campground near Oracle is situated on the northern end of the Santa Catalinas in a beautiful, sycamore-shaded canyon.