Coal Creek Cg

Open — Open year-round, first-come, first-served. No fee. No water available on-site; campers must bring their own water and pack out all trash.

About

Coal Creek Campground is a small, primitive campground nestled under large ponderosa pine and oak trees in the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests. Located conveniently near the Arizona/New Mexico state line along Highway 78, this campground serves as a popular rest stop for travelers passing through the Big Lue Mountains region. The campground features 5 campsites suitable for tents and small RVs of 16 feet or less, each with a picnic table. Coal Creek flows nearby seasonally, adding to the natural setting. This is a true pack-it-in, pack-it-out facility with minimal amenities, making it ideal for self-sufficient campers seeking a quiet, no-frills camping experience. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no fee to camp. With light usage levels and no hookups or water available on-site, Coal Creek Campground offers an authentic, rustic camping experience for those exploring southeastern Arizona's high country near Clifton.

Directions

Located 19 miles southeast of Clifton on US 191 and AZ 78.

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