Canelo Ranger Residence
Open for reservations year-round, though the cabin may close during heavy snowfall when roads are impassable. Check-in is 3:00 PM and check-out is 12:00 PM. Reservations are made through Recreation.gov.
Extreme Heat Warning issued August 29 at 9:39AM MST until August 29 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Tucson AZ
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures 98 to 105 degrees. Overnight lows 71 to 78 degrees. Major HeatRisk is expected today with isolated Extreme HeatRisk. * WHERE...Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet, Upper San Pedro River Valley, and Upper Santa Cruz River Valley/Altar Valley. * WHEN...Until 8 PM MST this evening. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
Flood Watch issued August 29 at 5:26AM MST until August 31 at 5:00AM MST by NWS Tucson AZ
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Tucson Metro Area, Southeast Pinal County, Tohono O'odham Nation, Upper San Pedro River Valley Upper Santa Cruz River Valley/Altar Valley, Baboquivari Mountains, Catalina and Rincon Mountains, Dragoon and Mule and Huachuca and Santa Rita Mountains. * WHEN...From 11 AM MST this morning through late Sunday night. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Low-water crossings may be flooded. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - An increase in moisture will bring scattered thunderstorms Saturday and Sunday. Rainfall rates in excess of 1 inch per hour are expected with the stronger storms with isolated areas having the potential of 1-3 inches. Additional rainfall from the previous day and overnight activity will result in faster responses in normally dry washes, creeks and roadway dips. - Http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Camp Creek Fire - Trail Closure (updated)
The purpose of this Order is to provide for public and firefighter safety due to wildfireactivity associated with the Camp Creek Fire. Order 01-10-D04-004-S-26 superseeds Order 01-10-D04-0003-S-26.
About
The Canelo Ranger Residence is a historic six-room bungalow constructed in 1932/33 by the Civilian Conservation Corps, originally serving as the home of the District Ranger for the Huachuca Ranger District. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the cabin sits at approximately 5,000 feet elevation in an oak grassland setting at the edge of the Canelo Hills, about 90 minutes from the Tucson metropolitan area. The residence includes two bedrooms (queen bed, twin bed, plus futons), one bathroom with an easy-entry shower and flush toilet, a living room, dining room, and a fully equipped kitchen with electric stove/oven, microwave, refrigerator, pots, pans, dishes, and utensils. The 2023 renovation added new bathroom fixtures, kitchen appliances, and a heating and cooling system. Guests must bring their own food, linens, pillows, towels, toilet paper, dish soap, and garbage bags. The surrounding Canelo Hills serve as a wildlife corridor between the Huachuca and Santa Rita mountain ranges, making this one of the most biodiverse regions in the country. Nearby attractions include Parker Canyon Lake (13 miles south) with fishing and boating, the Arizona National Scenic Trail, and the vineyards of the Sonoita-Elgin wine region to the north.
Directions
From Tucson: Follow I-10 W and AZ-83 South to Membrillo Lane in Santa Cruz County (69.1 miles). Turn left on Membrillo Lane. Look for the brown Coronado National Forest sign; the Canelo Ranger Residence is the second, larger cabin on the left. Alternative access via Forest Road 4623 (0.6 miles west of Membrillo Lane on HWY 83).
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | No |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $175 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (520) 378-0311 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov | |
| USFS Coronado NF Cabin Rentals |
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