General Hitchcock Campground
Open for the season through December 15. The campground operates May through mid-December, weather dependent. Fire danger is currently very high but no fire restrictions are in effect. No potable water available on site.
Flood Watch issued August 29 at 5:26AM MST until August 31 at 5:00AM MST by NWS Tucson AZ
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Tucson Metro Area, Southeast Pinal County, Tohono O'odham Nation, Upper San Pedro River Valley Upper Santa Cruz River Valley/Altar Valley, Baboquivari Mountains, Catalina and Rincon Mountains, Dragoon and Mule and Huachuca and Santa Rita Mountains. * WHEN...From 11 AM MST this morning through late Sunday night. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Low-water crossings may be flooded. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - An increase in moisture will bring scattered thunderstorms Saturday and Sunday. Rainfall rates in excess of 1 inch per hour are expected with the stronger storms with isolated areas having the potential of 1-3 inches. Additional rainfall from the previous day and overnight activity will result in faster responses in normally dry washes, creeks and roadway dips. - Http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Camp Creek Fire - Trail Closure (updated)
The purpose of this Order is to provide for public and firefighter safety due to wildfireactivity associated with the Camp Creek Fire. Order 01-10-D04-004-S-26 superseeds Order 01-10-D04-0003-S-26.
Marshall Gulch Closure Order
The Arizona Trail, Marshall Gulch Trail #3, Aspen Trail #93, and Sunset Trail #90 are open to pedestrian use weekly on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and all federal holidays. On Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, a closure of the entire area is implemented for public safety during the…
About
General Hitchcock Campground is a small, sheltered retreat just off the Catalina Highway at milepost 12 in the Santa Catalina Mountains. The 12 tent-only sites are nestled under a dense canopy of ponderosa pines, junipers, and oaks, with some sites positioned directly along Bear Creek among large boulders. The creek generally only flows during rainy periods or spring snowmelt, and campers should remain vigilant of flash flood potential. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations. Each site accommodates up to 10 persons and 2 vehicles. Vault toilets are provided, but there is no potable water, so campers must bring their own supply. Pack and saddle stock are not permitted in the campground. The setting offers a quiet mountain escape at elevation, with access to nearby hiking opportunities in the Santa Catalina Ranger District.
Directions
From Tucson, take Tanque Verde Road to Catalina Highway. Drive 4.2 miles to the Coronado National Forest boundary, then continue 12 miles to the campground on the right at milepost 12.
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Location
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 - $40 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (520) 749-8700 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS General Hitchcock Campground | |
| Coronado NF Alerts |
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