Shannon Campground
Open for the season. First-come, first-served; no advance reservations. No potable water available. Swift Trail (AZ 366) typically closes beyond the campground from November 15 through April 15 due to snow; check road conditions during winter months.
Flood Watch issued September 14 at 12:50PM MST until September 14 at 11:00PM MST by NWS Tucson AZ
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...A portion of Southeast Arizona, including the following areas, Catalina and Rincon Mountains, Chiricahua Mountains, Dragoon and Mule and Huachuca and Santa Rita Mountains, Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet, Galiuro and Pinaleno Mountains, South Central Pinal County, Southeast Pinal County, Tucson Metro Area, Upper Gila River Valley, Upper San Pedro River Valley and Upper Santa Cruz River Valley/Altar Valley. * WHEN...Until 11 PM MST this evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Low-water crossings may be flooded. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Well above normal moisture levels for September are expected to result in scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms capable of producing heavy rainfall today. Rain totals of 1 to 2 inches are expected with the stronger storms with isolated amounts over 2 inches possible. Areas that received substantial rainfall over the past 72 hours will be more susceptible to flash flooding. This rainfall will result in faster response in washes, creeks, and storm drainages. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flood Advisory issued September 14 at 5:47PM MST until September 14 at 8:45PM MST by NWS Tucson AZ
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...West Central Graham County in southeastern Arizona... * WHEN...Until 845 PM MST. * IMPACTS...Rises in small streams and normally dry washes. Some low-water crossings may become impassable. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 547 PM MST, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Bylas, Fort Thomas and Klondyke. - This includes Route 70 between mile markers 295 and 313. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flood Advisory issued September 14 at 5:45PM MST until September 14 at 8:45PM MST by NWS Tucson AZ
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...Southeastern Graham County in southeastern Arizona... Southeastern Greenlee County in southeastern Arizona... * WHEN...Until 845 PM MST. * IMPACTS...Rises in small streams and normally dry washes. Some low-water crossings may become impassable. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 545 PM MST, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Clifton, Morenci, York, Guthrie and Three Way. - This includes the following highways... Route 78 between mile markers 155 and 172. Route 191 between mile markers 104 and 109...and between mile markers 131 and 165. Route 75 between mile markers 385 and 398. Route 70 between mile markers 350 and 371. This includes the following Flash Flood Prone Locations... Ward Canyon Rd. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Shannon Campground occupies a quiet, high-elevation setting at 9,025 feet in the Pinaleño Mountains of southeastern Arizona. Tucked away along Marijilda Creek, the campground offers 11 sites shaded beneath mature Engelmann spruce and Douglas-fir. Two sites feature distinctive three-sided wood shelters built in the Adirondack style by the Civilian Conservation Corps during the 1930s, adding historic character to the mountain atmosphere. The Arcadia Trail, designated a National Recreation Trail, begins at the campground and descends to Arcadia Campground below. A one-mile spur leads to the summit of Heliograph Peak at 10,022 feet, where signal mirrors were once used to relay messages during the Apache Wars of the late 1880s. A Forest Service lookout tower now stands atop the peak, offering some of the most panoramic views in southeastern Arizona. This is a black bear area requiring proper food storage in bear-proof containers, trash receptacles, or locked vehicles with windows fully closed. The winding switchbacks of AZ 366 (Swift Trail) make this campground unsuitable for vehicles or trailers longer than 22 feet. No potable water is available; campers must bring their own supply.
Directions
From Safford, drive south 8 miles on US 191 to AZ 366 (Swift Trail). Turn right (southwest) onto AZ 366 and drive 21.8 miles to the campground entrance on the right side of the road.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $15 - $30 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 22ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 22ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (520) 388-8300 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Useful Links
| USFS Shannon Campground | |
| Coronado NF Alerts |
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