Catalina Campground
Open year-round. The restroom and shower building in Campground A is closed through mid-June 2026 for renovation; portable restrooms are available and showers in Campground B remain operational. Park gates open 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily. Limited to 14 consecutive nights per stay.
Flood Watch issued October 31 at 2:29AM MST until November 2 at 5:00AM MST by NWS Tucson AZ
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...A portion of Southeast Arizona, including the following areas, Baboquivari Mountains, Catalina and Rincon Mountains, Galiuro and Pinaleno Mountains, South Central Pinal County, Southeast Pinal County, Tohono O'odham Nation, Tucson Metro Area, Upper Gila River Valley, Upper Santa Cruz River Valley/Altar Valley and White Mountains of Graham and Greenlee Counties. * WHEN...From this evening through late Sunday night. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Low-water crossings may be flooded. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - A strong weather system approaching the area will bring widespread to numerous showers Sunday. Moderate to locally heavy rainfall with rainfall totals 0.5 to 1.75 inches possible in the valleys and 1 to 3+ inches possible in the mountains. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Border Barrier Construction Closure
Going into or being upon the Described Area.
About
Catalina State Park campground is located at the base of the Santa Catalina Mountains, approximately 9 miles north of Tucson along Oracle Road. The park encompasses nearly 5,500 acres of Sonoran Desert foothills, offering camping amid saguaro cacti, mesquite, and palo verde trees with mountain views. Campgrounds A and B contain 120 paved sites, each equipped with electric hookups (20/30/50A), water connections, a picnic table, and BBQ grill. Modern restroom buildings provide flush toilets and hot showers. Two dump stations serve RV campers. There is no RV length limit, making the campground suitable for large rigs. The seasonal Ringtail Campground offers primitive camping without hookups from January through March. The park provides access to multiple hiking and equestrian trails, including connections to Coronado National Forest. An equestrian center with 16 horse stalls is available for camping with horses. A small visitor center gift shop sells maps, snacks, and basic supplies, though no full camp store exists on site.
Directions
From Tucson, take Oracle Road (State Route 77) north approximately 9 miles. The park entrance is on the right at 11570 N. Oracle Road. From Phoenix, take I-10 south to Tucson, exit onto Oracle Road and head north.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $25 - $50 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 155ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (520) 628-5798 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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