Bonita Canyon Campground
Open year-round with all 23 sites available by reservation only through Recreation.gov. Elevated fire risk March through June may trigger additional fire restrictions without notice. Ground fires and wood collection are prohibited at all times; only purchased firewood or charcoal in provided grills.
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
From Recreation.gov
**Elevated Fire Risk:** Fire danger is especially high in southeastern Arizona March through June. Red Flag Warnings and fire restrictions may be implemented without notice. Be prepared to go without a campfire and to cook using an enclosed propane device. **Note: **Ground fires and wood collection are prohibited at all times.
About
Bonita Canyon Campground occupies a historic, tree-covered setting within Chiricahua National Monument, known as the 'Wonderland of Rocks' for its towering rhyolite columns and balanced rock formations. At approximately 5,400 feet elevation, the campground offers cooler temperatures than the surrounding desert valleys, with summer highs in the 80s and 90s and winter lows often near or below freezing. The 23 sites include 22 standard non-electric sites ($25/night) and one group tent-only site accommodating 9-24 people ($50/night). Each site features a picnic table, raised charcoal/wood grill, and shared food storage lockers. Flush toilets and potable water are available year-round. No hookups, showers, or dump station exist on site. The campground provides access to 17 miles of day-use hiking trails through the monument's volcanic rock formations. The 8-mile Bonita Canyon Scenic Drive ends at Massai Point with sweeping views of the Sulphur Springs and San Simon valleys. Birders frequent the area for the exceptional diversity of species in this Madrean sky island ecosystem. Ground fires and firewood collection are permanently prohibited; only purchased firewood or charcoal may be used in the provided grills.
Directions
From I-10, take exit 336 toward Willcox for 4 miles. Turn left onto AZ-186 E for 31 miles. Turn left onto AZ-181 E for 4 miles. Veer left onto E Bonita Canyon Road into the monument. The campground is 2.5 miles ahead on the left, about 3.5 miles past the entrance station.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $25 - $50 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 29ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 29ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| suzanne_moody@nps.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (520) 824-3560 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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