Blue Crossing Campground
Open year-round, first-come, first-served. No reservations, no fee. No potable water available; pack out all trash. 14-day stay limit.
Flood Watch issued July 20 at 11:10AM MST until July 21 at 10:00PM MST by NWS Tucson AZ
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of Southeast Arizona including Graham, Greenlee, Cochise and Santa Cruz counties. * WHEN...Through Tuesday evening. The greatest risk is Monday afternoon and evening and again Tuesday afternoon and evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, dry washes, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - The combination of ample moisture across southeast Arizona and an upper-level disturbance moving into the area from New Mexico today will result in widespread showers and thunderstorms... especially south and east of Tucson. These storms will be capable of producing heavy rainfall, with localized rainfall amounts between 1 and 3 inches. Given how saturated soils are across the area from storms over the past week, there is an increased potential for rainfall runoff to produce flash flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Blue Crossing Campground offers a peaceful, rustic camping experience in the beautiful Blue River Valley, well off the beaten path in Arizona's Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests. At 6,200 feet elevation, the riverside setting provides a scenic retreat with opportunities for fishing, wildlife viewing, and backcountry exploration. The campground has 4 sites total, with 2 featuring Adirondack-style shelters. This primitive campground is ideal for those seeking solitude and access to true wilderness. The Tutt Creek Trailhead nearby provides access to the Blue Range Primitive Area, one of the most remote and wild areas in Arizona. Adjacent to the campground is a short interpretive path leading to a petroglyph site with informational panels. Note that no potable water or trash service is available; campers must bring their own water and pack out all trash.
Directions
From Alpine via Blue River Road (FSR 281): Go east on US 180 for 3.2 miles to Blue River Road (across from Luna Lake), turn right (south) onto FSR 281 and drive 19 miles to the junction with FR 567 (Red Hill Road). Turn right (west) onto FR 567, cross the river, and the campground entrance is immediately on the right. Alternative route via US 191 and Red Hill Road (FSR 567) is not recommended for long vehicles or those towing trailers.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | 16ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (928) 333-6280 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Blue Crossing Campground | |
| Apache-Sitgreaves NF Alerts |
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