Cochise Stronghold Campground
Open — Open September 1 through May 31. First-come, first-served with no reservations. 14-day stay limit per 60-day period.
Fireworks, Explosives and Sparks Restrictions
To prevent fires and for public safety order 03-00-23-001 prohibits to 1) possess, discharge, or use any kind of firework or other pyrotechnic devices; 2) use explosives; or 3) operate an internal or external combustion engine without a spark arresting devic
Motor Vehicle Order Road Restrictions
The purpose of this Order is for the protection of public health and safety and prohibits:
Target Shooting Refuse Restriction
Possessing or storing any refuse for the purpose of target shooting with a firearm, air rifle, or gas gun. 36 C.F.R. § 261.58(cc).
Bear Wallow Riparian Area Closure
No camping, parking, bicycle travel, or campfires allowed in Bear Wallow Riparian Area
Sabino and Bear Canyon Closure Order 03-05-03-25-002
The purpose of this Order is to protect public health and safety and forest resources from environmental degradation.
Alcohol Closure
The purpose of this Order is to comply with the Arizona and New Mexico state law and to restrict underage consumption of alcoholic beverages to provide for public health and safety.
14 Day Camping Closure 03-05-00-24-005
The purpose of this Order is to provide for public health and safety and to mitigate impacts on sensitive plant and wildlife species.
Tanque Verde Falls Camping Closure
The purpose of this Order is to protect public health and safety and forest resources in the Described Area.
Barfoot Snake Closure Order 03-05-01-24-004
The twin-spotted rattlesnake (Crotalus pricei) is a Regional Forester’s Sensitive Species and a State of Arizona protected reptile.
SVRD Rec Shooting Closure Order 03-05-03-23-010
Discharging a firearm, air rifle, or gas gun in the Restricted Area.The Order shall remain in effect indefinitely, unless rescinded.
Olson Cabin Closure 03-05-05-22-030
Olson Cabin Permit Area is located on the west side of Forest System Road 4458 and approximately 1,500 feet northwest of the junction of Forest System Road 4458 and Forest System Road 639.
About
Cochise Stronghold Campground occupies a rugged, charismatic canyon that once served as a refuge for the famous Chiricahua Apache leader Cochise and his people. Situated at 5,000 feet elevation among towering granite domes and sheer cliffs in the Dragoon Mountains, the campground offers 11 individual sites and 2 group sites shaded by oak trees. The diverse plant community includes species from both the Upper Sonoran and Chihuahuan Desert ecosystems. The campground serves as a trailhead for several hiking opportunities. The 0.4-mile barrier-free Stronghold Nature Trail provides a self-guided introduction to desert plants and ecology with excellent views of the surrounding rock formations. A 400-foot wheelchair-accessible History Trail interprets the area's past. The more challenging Cochise Trail climbs past dramatic rock formations to Stronghold Divide at 5,900 feet and continues to West Stronghold Canyon and the historic Council Rocks area. This is a primitive campground with vault toilets but no potable water or hookups. Trailers are limited to 16 feet. Black bears are present in the area, and proper food storage is required. The campground operates first-come, first-served with no advance reservations.
Directions
From Tucson, take I-10 east for approximately 72 miles to US 191. Turn right (south) on US 191 and drive roughly 18 miles to Ironwood Road. Turn right (west) on Ironwood Road and drive about 9 miles to the campground.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $20 - $50 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 16ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 16ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (520) 364-3468 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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