Lakeview Campground

Open — Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.

About

Lakeview Campground sits at 5,400 feet elevation on a hillside overlooking Parker Canyon Lake in the Canelo Hills region of Coronado National Forest. Campsites are dispersed among a stand of oak and juniper trees, offering a peaceful, less-crowded alternative to more accessible recreation areas. The campground provides convenient access to the lake, with a short walk to the lakeshore and a short drive to the boat launch, fishing pier, and accessible paved areas. The 5-mile lakeshore trail begins near the campground and features interpretive signs and benches at prime wildlife viewing spots, with two barrier-free viewing areas. The lake and surrounding area are excellent for observing seasonal waterfowl migrations, and bald eagles are regularly spotted during winter months. Osprey migrate through in fall, and visitors often see Coues white-tailed deer and occasional families of coatimundi, the long-tailed southwestern cousin of the raccoon. Black bears are common in the area. Parker Canyon Lake supports both cold and warm water fish species, including stocked rainbow trout and resident populations of bass, sunfish, and catfish. Boating is permitted with motors limited to 10 horsepower or less. The nearby marina offers boat rentals. The campground operates first-come, first-served with quiet hours from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.

Directions

From Tucson, drive east on Interstate 10 to the State Route 83 exit. Drive south to Sonoita, then continue on AZ 83 approximately 25 miles to Parker Canyon Lake. From Sierra Vista, travel through Fort Huachuca's west gate to State Route 83. Turn south and travel 10 miles to Parker Canyon Lake. Alternate from Sierra Vista: travel south on State Highway 92 about 14 miles to Coronado Memorial Road (FR 61) and drive 25 miles over Montezuma Pass on FR 61, then FR 48, along the south side of the Huachuca Mountains to Parker Canyon Lake.

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