Gila Campground
Open year-round. Park gates operate 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. daily with closure at 9:00 p.m. Water shutdown scheduled May 18-19, 2026 for repairs with portable toilets provided. Check-in at 2:00 p.m., check-out at noon. Stays limited to 14 consecutive nights per 30-day period.
Red Flag Warning issued June 25 at 1:27AM MST until June 28 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Tucson AZ
The National Weather Service in Tucson has issued a Red Flag Warning for strong and gusty winds, low relative humidity, and high fire danger, which is in effect from 10 AM Saturday to 8 PM MST Sunday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 150, 151, 152, 153 and 154. * TIMING...From 10 AM Saturday to 8 PM MST Sunday. * WINDS...Southwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts 35 to 40 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...10 to 15 percent. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop or are ongoing will have the potential to spread rapidly.
Extreme Heat Warning issued June 25 at 1:20AM MST until June 25 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Tucson AZ
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with afternoon temperatures of 106 to 109 degrees. Localized Major Heat Risk. * WHERE...Southeast Pinal County, Tucson Metro Area, Upper Gila River Valley, and Upper San Pedro River Valley (mainly north of Benson). * WHEN...Until 8 PM MST this evening. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.
About
Gila Campground provides a rustic lakeside camping experience at Roper Lake State Park, situated at the base of Mount Graham in southeast Arizona's Graham County. The campground features five non-electric tent sites, eight shoreline camping cabins with lake views, and a 14-site group camping area equipped with a large ramada, BBQ grills, and a communal fire ring. Each non-electric site comes with a fire ring and picnic table, with water spigots available at most sites. Roper Lake State Park encompasses a 30-acre lake stocked with largemouth bass, channel catfish, bluegill, and rainbow trout seasonally. The park offers swimming at a designated beach, kayaking, bird watching, and hiking trails. A natural hot spring-fed stone tub provides a unique soaking experience. Modern restroom and shower facilities with hot water are accessible to all registered campers at no additional charge. The park includes a visitor center with a camp store selling fishing equipment, bait, books, and supplies. An RV dump station near the park entrance is available exclusively to registered campers. A fully fenced dog park allows pets to exercise off-leash, though pets must remain leashed elsewhere and are prohibited at the swimming beach.
Directions
From Safford, travel 6 miles south on US 191. Turn west onto Roper Lake Road and continue to the park entrance at 101 East Roper Lake Road, Safford, AZ 85546.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | Yes |
| Price | $25 - $30 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 63ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (928) 428-6760 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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