Pinal & Upper Pinal Campgrounds
Open year-round, though winters receive snowfall. Stage 1 Fire Restrictions are in effect through September 30, 2026, prohibiting campfires outside designated fire rings. Fire danger is currently very high. No fees or reservations required.
Flood Watch issued October 29 at 11:25AM MST until October 30 at 10:00PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...A portion of south central Arizona, including the following areas, Globe/Miami, Mazatzal Mountains, Pinal/Superstition Mountains, Rio Verde/Salt River, San Carlos, Superior and Tonto Basin. * 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. Low-water crossings may be flooded. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Abundant moisture over the area will combine with an incoming weather system to provide for showers and thunderstorms starting Sunday, some of which are expected to produce moderate to heavy rainfall. Any strong thunderstorms will have the potential to produce rainfall rates as high as 1-2 inches per hour. Localized rainfall amounts of two to three inches are expected within the Watch area on Sunday. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flood Watch issued October 29 at 11:25AM MST until November 2 at 5:00AM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...A portion of south central Arizona, including the following areas, Globe/Miami, Mazatzal Mountains, Pinal/Superstition Mountains, Rio Verde/Salt River, San Carlos, Superior and Tonto Basin. * 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. Low-water crossings may be flooded. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Abundant moisture over the area will combine with an incoming weather system to provide for showers and thunderstorms starting Sunday, some of which are expected to produce moderate to heavy rainfall. Any strong thunderstorms will have the potential to produce rainfall rates as high as 1-2 inches per hour. Localized rainfall amounts of two to three inches are expected within the Watch area on Sunday. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
State Route 260 Lion Springs Construction Site Public Health and Safety Closure Order
Closure order due to construction activities associated with the SR260 Lion Springs Project conducted byArizona Department of Transportation on the Tonto National Forest.
About
Pinal and Upper Pinal Campgrounds sit at 7,500 feet elevation in the Pinal Mountains, about 14.5 miles southwest of Globe. The campgrounds are shaded by tall stands of ponderosa pines and white fir, providing welcome relief during hot summer months. Pinal is the larger of the two with 13 camp units, while Upper Pinal offers 3 more secluded units. Both campgrounds occupy a site formerly used by the US Army as a heliographic signaling station during the late 1800s. At least eight hiking trails are accessible within one mile, offering spectacular mountain views. Nearby Ferndell Spring in upper Sixshooter Canyon is home to the nation's largest canyon maple tree, approximately three-quarters of a mile down Sixshooter Canyon Trail #192 from Upper Pinal. These are primitive, no-fee campgrounds with vault toilets and picnic tables but no potable water or trash service. Campers must bring their own water and pack out all waste. Access is via FR 651, a narrow winding mountain gravel road suitable for sedans in dry conditions. Trailers are limited to under 16 feet.
Directions
From Globe, follow paved Jess Hayes Road southeast to the junction of Icehouse Canyon Road/FR 112 and Six-shooter Canyon Road/FR 222. Continue on paved FR 112 for 2.5 miles to the junction of FR 55 and FR 112. Take the right fork and continue on partially paved FR 55 for 2.5 miles. At the junction of FR 55 and FR 651, turn left. Proceed 10 miles on unpaved FR 651 to the campgrounds. FR 651 is a narrow winding mountain gravel road suitable for sedans under dry conditions.
Location
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | 16ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (928) 402-6200 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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