Sabino Canyon Recreation Area Cactus Ramada 2
The site is closed under Closure Order 03-05-03-25-002, effective January 22, 2025 through January 21, 2028, due to public safety concerns and environmental protection. This is a day-use group picnic area only with no overnight camping. When operational, day-use hours are 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Border Barrier Construction Closure
Going into or being upon the Described Area.
John Long Canyon Road Closure Order
Prohibits the use of any motorized vehicle on the Described Road.
About
Cactus Ramada 2 is a reservable group picnic site within the popular Sabino Canyon Recreation Area, nestled at the foot of the Santa Catalina Mountains near Tucson, Arizona. This is a day-use facility only with no overnight camping permitted. The site can accommodate up to 25 people and is available for reservation through Recreation.gov. The ADA-accessible ramada features a covered picnic shelter with three accessible picnic tables, one serving table, a large charcoal grill (bring your own charcoal), a vault restroom, and a bear-proof trash receptacle. A paved path leads to the shelter. Parking is at the Sabino Canyon Visitor Center lot, and visitors must take the shuttle bus (additional fee) or walk approximately one-third mile to reach the site. Sabino Canyon offers exceptional hiking with three popular trails accessing the dramatic landscape of the Santa Catalina Front Range. The Sonoran Desert setting showcases saguaro cacti and diverse desert wildlife, with pleasant winter temperatures and stunning spring wildflower displays.
Directions
From I-10, take exit 250 for Orange Grove Road. Go east on Orange Grove Road for approximately 6.5 miles. Turn right on Skyline Drive. After about 1 mile, continue right onto Sunrise Drive. Follow for 6.3 miles and turn onto Sabino Canyon Road. Continue to the entrance just north of Sunrise Drive. Park at the visitor center lot and take the shuttle or walk to Cactus Ramada 2.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | No |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $65 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (520) 749-8700 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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