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.
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
Marshall Gulch Area Closure
Marshall Gulch area closed during reconstruction of picnic area and trailhead
Ski Run Road Closure
PURPOSETo protect public health and safety from potential hazards. This closure is necessary to remove hazard trees and snags overhanging the road.
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).
Nearby Campgrounds
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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