Hospital Flat Campground
Open for the season. The Swift Trail (AZ 366) typically closes November 15 through April 15 due to winter conditions. Fire danger is currently very high. First-come, first-served; no advance reservations for individual sites. $15/night for single sites, $30/night for double sites.
Flood Watch issued September 14 at 12:50PM MST until September 14 at 11:00PM MST by NWS Tucson AZ
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...A portion of Southeast Arizona, including the following areas, Catalina and Rincon Mountains, Chiricahua Mountains, Dragoon and Mule and Huachuca and Santa Rita Mountains, Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet, Galiuro and Pinaleno Mountains, South Central Pinal County, Southeast Pinal County, Tucson Metro Area, Upper Gila River Valley, Upper San Pedro River Valley and Upper Santa Cruz River Valley/Altar Valley. * WHEN...Until 11 PM MST this evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Low-water crossings may be flooded. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Well above normal moisture levels for September are expected to result in scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms capable of producing heavy rainfall today. Rain totals of 1 to 2 inches are expected with the stronger storms with isolated amounts over 2 inches possible. Areas that received substantial rainfall over the past 72 hours will be more susceptible to flash flooding. This rainfall will result in faster response in washes, creeks, and storm drainages. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flood Advisory issued September 14 at 5:47PM MST until September 14 at 8:45PM MST by NWS Tucson AZ
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...West Central Graham County in southeastern Arizona... * WHEN...Until 845 PM MST. * IMPACTS...Rises in small streams and normally dry washes. Some low-water crossings may become impassable. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 547 PM MST, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Bylas, Fort Thomas and Klondyke. - This includes Route 70 between mile markers 295 and 313. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flood Advisory issued September 14 at 5:45PM MST until September 14 at 8:45PM MST by NWS Tucson AZ
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...Southeastern Graham County in southeastern Arizona... Southeastern Greenlee County in southeastern Arizona... * WHEN...Until 845 PM MST. * IMPACTS...Rises in small streams and normally dry washes. Some low-water crossings may become impassable. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 545 PM MST, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Clifton, Morenci, York, Guthrie and Three Way. - This includes the following highways... Route 78 between mile markers 155 and 172. Route 191 between mile markers 104 and 109...and between mile markers 131 and 165. Route 75 between mile markers 385 and 398. Route 70 between mile markers 350 and 371. This includes the following Flash Flood Prone Locations... Ward Canyon Rd. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Hospital Flat Campground occupies a historic mountain meadow in the Pinaleño Mountains of southeastern Arizona's Coronado National Forest. In the 1880s, this site served as a field hospital for ailing soldiers from nearby Fort Grant, who came to escape the brutal desert heat and recover in the cool mountain air. Officers and their families later used it as a summer retreat, drawn by the wildflower-carpeted meadow and small creek that traverses the area. Today the campground remains a popular refuge for recreationists seeking relief from the low desert. Sites include picnic tables and vault toilets, but campers must bring their own water as none is available. The elevation provides pleasant summer temperatures when the valleys below are sweltering. Access is via the Swift Trail (AZ 366), a scenic but winding mountain road with tight switchbacks. Vehicles and trailers longer than 22 feet are not recommended. The road closes seasonally from November 15 through April 15, and early or late snowfall can extend this closure. Pack and saddle stock are prohibited in the campground.
Directions
From Safford, drive south 8 miles on US 191 to AZ 366 (Swift Trail). Turn right (southwest) onto AZ 366 and drive approximately 22 miles to the campground entrance on the left side of the road.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| 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 | — |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Hospital Flat Campground |
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