Columbine Corrals Campground
Closed — Closed for winter. Swift Trail (AZ 366) is closed from November 15 to April 15, making the campground inaccessible. Opens mid-April 2026 when the road reopens. Early or late snow may extend the closure 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a firearm, air rifle, or gas gun in the Restricted Area.The Order shall remain in effect indefinitely, unless rescinded.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
Columbine Corrals Campground is nestled in mixed-conifer forest at 9,440 feet elevation on Mount Graham in the Pinaleño Mountains of southeastern Arizona. Part of the Coronado National Forest, this small campground features six campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and fire pit. The facility includes vault toilets, bear-proof trash cans, and seasonal drinking water. A key feature of this campground is its public corrals, making it an ideal destination for horse camping and equestrian recreation. The campground serves as a trailhead for two popular hiking trails: Ash Creek Trail #307 and Webb Peak Trail #345. Located directly across from the Columbine Visitor Center along the Swift Trail Parkway (AZ Highway 366), the campground is accessible via a scenic mountain road that climbs through multiple ecological zones, from Sonoran desert to spruce-fir forest. The switchback-heavy road is not recommended for vehicles longer than 22 feet. The campground operates seasonally from mid-April through mid-November, as the Swift Trail closes for winter due to snow. Sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis at $15 per night, with America the Beautiful Senior and Access Pass holders receiving a 50% discount. Early or late season snow may extend the winter closure period beyond the standard November 15 to April 15 dates.
Directions
From Safford: Take US 191 south for 6 miles. Turn right onto AZ 366/Swift Trail and travel approximately 29 miles. The campground is on the right across from the Columbine Visitor Center. From Tucson: Take I-10 east for 90 miles. Take exit 352 for US 191, turn left toward Safford. Drive 26.3 miles north and turn left on AZ 366/Swift Trail. Drive approximately 29 miles to the campground on the right.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| 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 | $15 - $30 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 22ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 22ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (520) 388-8300 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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