Portal Bunkhouse
Open year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is noon. Reservations are made through Recreation.gov up to six months in advance. Access is via combination lock with code provided after booking.
Flood Watch issued August 10 at 11:12AM MST until August 11 at 11:00PM MST by NWS Tucson AZ
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Cochise County and the valleys of Graham and Greenlee Counties. * WHEN...From 2 PM MST Tuesday afternoon through 11 PM MST Tuesday evening. * 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... - An increase in deep moisture is expected tomorrow afternoon bringing scattered to numerous thunderstorms. Rainfall rates in excess of 1 inch per hour are expected with the stronger storms with isolated areas having the potential of 1-3 inches. - Http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flood Advisory issued August 10 at 8:59PM MST until August 10 at 11:00PM MST by NWS Tucson AZ
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...North Central Cochise County in southeastern Arizona... * WHEN...Until 1100 PM MST. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water over roadways. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 859 PM MST, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Between 0.2 and 1.2 inches of rain have fallen. - This includes the following streams and drainages... Ash Creek and Dial Wash. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Mainly rural areas of North Central Cochise County. - This includes Interstate 10 between mile markers 346 and 349. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Marshall Gulch Closure Order
The Arizona Trail, Marshall Gulch Trail #3, Aspen Trail #93, and Sunset Trail #90 are open to pedestrian use weekly on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and all federal holidays. On Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, a closure of the entire area is implemented for public safety during the…
About
The Portal Bunkhouse is a historic two-room cabin constructed in 1933 by the Civilian Conservation Corps, one mile west of Portal, Arizona. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the structure represents one of the finest remaining examples of river-cobble masonry construction from that era. The cabin sits at 5,000 feet elevation at the entrance to Cave Creek Canyon, often called Arizona's 'Secret' Grand Canyon. The cabin accommodates up to four people and features electricity, running water, and heating. The bedroom contains a twin-over-double bunk bed and a single futon, while the bathroom includes a shower, sink, and toilet. The kitchen is fully equipped with a stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker, and all cookware, utensils, and dishes. A propane grill and picnic table are available outside. Cave Creek Canyon is world-renowned for birding, particularly during summer months. Nearby attractions include Chiricahua National Monument, Fort Bowie National Historical Park, and historic Camp Rucker. Guests must bring food, sleeping bags or linens, pillows, towels, drinking water, toilet paper, and garbage bags.
Directions
From Tucson, take I-10 east for 139 miles to Road Forks, NM. Turn right (south) on US 80 and drive 28 miles to Portal Road. Turn right (west) and drive 7 miles through the town of Portal. Turn left on Forest Road 42 for approximately 1 mile. The Bunkhouse is the rock masonry building just past the Visitor Information Center.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | No |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $100 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 20ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (520) 364-3468 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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