Half Moon Ranch
The cabin is currently open for reservations via Recreation.gov. High-clearance vehicle recommended for access.
Border Barrier Construction Closure
Going into or being upon the Described Area.
John Long Canyon Road Closure Order
Prohibits the use of any motorized vehicle on the Described Road.
About
Half Moon Ranch is a rustic ranch-style house located in the east Cochise Stronghold of the Dragoon Mountains, approximately 1.5 hours east of Tucson. At 5,000 feet elevation, the property sits within a dramatic canyon landscape of granite spires, sheer cliffs, and balanced boulders that once served as refuge for Apache Chief Cochise. The seven-room house accommodates up to 9 guests with two bedrooms, two full bathrooms, a living room, dining room, and fully equipped kitchen with stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, cookware, and dishes. Guests must bring their own linens, pillows, towels, toilet paper, garbage bags, and food. A wood stove provides heating, though firewood is not supplied. Cell service may be unreliable inside the cabin. The surrounding area is renowned for bouldering and rock climbing with routes ranging from 5.6 to 5.12 difficulty. Horses are permitted with a maximum of 6 allowed. High-clearance vehicles are recommended for the access road. The nearby Chiricahua National Monument, Fort Bowie National Historic Site, and several ghost towns offer additional attractions.
Directions
From Tucson: Take I-10 east to Exit #318 (Dragoon Road). Turn right onto Dragoon Road and travel approximately 10 miles through the village of Dragoon to Cochise Stronghold Road. Turn right on Cochise Stronghold Road and travel approximately 6 miles to Ironwood Road. The paved road ends at Ironwood Road. Turn right and travel approximately 3 miles to the first creek crossing. The entrance to Half Moon Ranch is on the left just beyond the crossing.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | No |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $150 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (520) 364-3468 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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