Molino Basin Campground
Closed for the season. The campground operates November 1 through April 30 and reopens in fall when cooler temperatures return. Individual sites are first-come, first-served; the group site is reservable through Recreation.gov.
Flood Watch issued October 30 at 2:43AM MST until November 2 at 5:00AM MST by NWS Tucson AZ
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...A portion of Southeast Arizona, including the following areas, Baboquivari Mountains, Catalina and Rincon Mountains, Dragoon and Mule and Huachuca and Santa Rita Mountains, Galiuro and Pinaleno Mountains, South Central Pinal County, Southeast Pinal County, Tohono O'odham Nation, Tucson Metro Area, Upper Gila River Valley, Upper San Pedro River Valley, Upper Santa Cruz River Valley/Altar Valley and White Mountains of Graham and Greenlee Counties. * WHEN...From Saturday evening through late Sunday night. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Low-water crossings may be flooded. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - A strong weather system approaching the area will bring widespread to numerous showers Sunday. Moderate to locally heavy rainfall with rainfall totals 0.5 to 1 inch possible in the valleys and 1 to 2+ inches possible in the mountains. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flood Advisory issued October 30 at 2:26AM MST until October 30 at 4:30AM MST by NWS Tucson AZ
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...Northeastern Pima County in southeastern Arizona... * WHEN...Until 430 AM MST. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Overflowing poor drainage areas. Some low-water crossings may become impassable. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 225 AM MST, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms in the Tucson area. Two areas of heavy rain have occurred, the first extending from south of downtown through much of midtown and a secondary area on the west and northwest sides, including portions of Marana. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Between 0.5 and 1 inch of rain has fallen. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Tucson, Catalina, Oro Valley, Marana, Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Casas Adobes, Drexel Heights, Flowing Wells, South Tucson, Tortolita, San Xavier Community, Saguaro National Park West, Tucson Mountain Park, Catalina Foothills, Catalina State Park, Tucson Estates and Valencia West. - This includes the following highways... Interstate 19 between mile markers 58 and 63. Route 86 between mile markers 162 and 171. Route 77 between mile markers 70 and 85. Interstate 10 between mile markers 239 and 265. This includes the following Flash Flood Prone Locations... Manville Rd at Brawley Wash, Santa Clara Ave at El Vado Wash, 1st Ave north of Fort Lowell Rd, Stone Ave at Mabel St, Alamo Wash between Speedway and Grant, Twin Peaks Rd between Sanders and Sandario, Silverbell Rd near Ina Rd, Camino De La Tierra at the Rillito River, Camino de Oeste from Sweetwater to Gates Pass, Ironwood Hills Dr from Shannon to Camino de Oeste, Mission Rd from Valencia Rd to San Xavier Rd, Overton Rd at Canada del Oro, Snyder Rd from Kolb Rd to Sabino Canyon Rd and Sunset Rd west of Camino de Oeste. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Molino Basin Campground occupies a unique niche in the Coronado National Forest recreation system, operating during the cooler months when higher-elevation Catalina campgrounds are closed. Located 5.5 miles up the Catalina Highway from the forest boundary, the campground sits at 4,500 feet in a savannah landscape of desert grassland punctuated by Arizona live oaks, mesquite, and cottonwoods along Molino Creek. The campground offers 37 individual sites on a first-come, first-served basis for $20 per night, plus a reservable group site accommodating up to 70 people for $100 per night plus $10 per vehicle. All roads are paved and accessible by two-wheel drive vehicles. RVs and trailers under 22 feet are permitted, though no hookups or dump station are available. The Arizona Trail passes through the campground, connecting hikers, bikers, and equestrians to routes extending from Mexico to Utah. The Molino Trail provides access to the Pusch Ridge Wilderness for hiking and horseback riding. Campers must bring their own water, as none is available on site. Vault toilets and trash service are provided. Fires are permitted in established fire rings when no restrictions are in effect.
Directions
From Tucson, take Catalina Highway (also called General Hitchcock Highway) northeast off Tanque Verde Road. Drive 4.2 miles to the Coronado National Forest boundary, then continue 5.7 miles to the campground entrance between mileposts 5 and 6. All campsite roads are paved and accessible by two-wheel drive vehicles.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $100 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 22ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 22ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (520) 388-8300 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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