Reef Townsite Campground
Open seasonally April through November. Closed December 15 through March 15. No potable water available; bring your own. Black bears are active in the area; all food must be secured.
Flood Watch issued July 19 at 11:13PM MST until July 21 at 12:00AM MST by NWS Tucson AZ
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...Portions of Southeast Arizona including Graham, Greenlee, Cochise and Santa Cruz counties. * WHEN...From Noon MST Monday afternoon through Midnight MST Monday night. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - The combination of ample moisture across Southeast Arizona and an upper-level disturbance moving into the area from New Mexico today will result in widespread showers and thunderstorms... especially east and south of Tucson. These storms will be capable of producing heavy rainfall, with localized rainfall amounts between 1 and 3 inches. Given how saturated soils are across the area from storms over the past week, there is an increased potential for rainfall runoff to produce flash flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Marshall Gulch Area Closure
Marshall Gulch area closed during reconstruction of picnic area and trailhead
Ski Run Road Closure
PURPOSETo protect public health and safety from potential hazards. This closure is necessary to remove hazard trees and snags overhanging the road.
About
Reef Townsite Campground occupies the historic site of Reef, a mining town that operated from the late 1800s through the 1950s. The property returned to public ownership in 1970, and the Forest Service constructed the campground in 1988, placing tent pads and picnic tables within the outlines of old cabin foundations. At 7,200 feet elevation in the Huachuca Mountains, the campground provides relief from the surrounding desert heat. The campground features 16 individual campsites and one reservable group site that accommodates up to 50 people. The group area includes a picnic shelter with six tables, two large charcoal grills, food preparation tables, and a shaded tent area. Vault toilets are available, but there is no potable water. Garbage bins are provided. The three-quarter-mile Reef Townsite Loop Trail begins at the northeastern edge of the campground, offering views and interpretive information about the area's mining heritage. Black bears inhabit the area, requiring proper food storage. Access via Carr Canyon Road involves steep grades and tight switchbacks, restricting trailers to 12 feet maximum.
Directions
From Tucson, drive east on I-10 to exit 302 onto State Route 90. Drive south 25 miles through Sierra Vista. Proceed 8 miles south of Sierra Vista on State Route 92 and turn west onto Carr Canyon Road/Forest Road 368. The road is narrow gravel with steep grades and tight switchbacks; high-clearance vehicles recommended.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $45 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | 12ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (520) 388-8300 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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