Rose Canyon
Open for the 2026 season. The campground operates April through October, weather dependent. Half of the 73 sites are reservable through Recreation.gov; the rest are first-come-first-served. No fire restrictions are currently in effect. The campground store is open Thursday through Sunday. Check-in is 2 PM, check-out is 11 AM.
Flood Watch issued August 30 at 11:42AM MST until August 31 at 5:00AM MST by NWS Tucson AZ
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Tucson Metro Area, Southeast Pinal County, Tohono O'odham Nation, Upper San Pedro River Valley Upper Santa Cruz River Valley/Altar Valley, Baboquivari Mountains, Catalina and Rincon Mountains, Dragoon and Mule and Huachuca and Santa Rita Mountains. * WHEN...Through late tonight. * 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. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - This afternoon and evening will see another round of scattered 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. Additional rainfall from the previous day activity will result in faster responses in normally dry washes, creeks and roadway dips. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Camp Creek Fire - Trail Closure (updated)
The purpose of this Order is to provide for public and firefighter safety due to wildfireactivity associated with the Camp Creek Fire. Order 01-10-D04-004-S-26 superseeds Order 01-10-D04-0003-S-26.
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
Rose Canyon Campground is a high-elevation retreat at 7,000 feet on the slopes of Mt. Lemmon in the Coronado National Forest, just 17 miles northeast of Tucson via the Catalina Highway Scenic Drive. The campground offers 73 spacious sites spread across multiple loops including three designated for RVs. Sites are nestled among stands of ponderosa pine and Gambel oak, providing natural shade and a mountain atmosphere far cooler than the desert below. Each campsite includes a picnic table, grill, fire pit, and bear box for food storage. Rose Canyon Lake, a six-acre lake stocked with trout, sits at the lower end of the campground and offers fishing opportunities under Arizona Game and Fish regulations. A one-mile trail circles the lake, with a handicapped-accessible path leading to a floating dock near the dam. During monsoon season, Rose Creek flows through the campground to feed the lake. The campground store near the lake parking lot sells fishing supplies, camping gear, groceries, ice, and firewood. Half of the sites are first-come-first-served while the other half are reservable through Recreation.gov. The area closes for winter typically from November through March when gates are locked, water is shut off, and no services are provided.
Directions
From Tucson, take Catalina Highway (Arizona Route 39) northeast toward Mt. Lemmon. The campground is located between mile markers 17 and 18, approximately 17 miles from the city.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | Yes |
| Price | $31 - $51 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 22ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 22ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (520) 749-8700 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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