Shaw House
Currently closed. A wildfire in the Cochise Stronghold area in April 2026 has affected area access. Reservations are subject to weather conditions when the cabin reopens.
Flash Flood Warning issued July 20 at 5:38PM MST until July 20 at 8:45PM MST by NWS Tucson AZ
FFWTWC The National Weather Service in Tucson has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... Southwestern Cochise County in southeastern Arizona... * Until 845 PM MST. * At 538 PM MST, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 0.5 and 1.5 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts up to 1 inch are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. * Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Tombstone, Fairbank and Charleston. This includes the following highways... Route 80 between mile markers 311 and 330. Route 82 between mile markers 60 and 67. This includes the following streams and drainages... Whitewater Draw, Walnut Gulch, Haberstock Wash, San Pedro River, Reeves Creek, Clifford Wash, Gadwell Canyon, Slavin Wash, Babocomari River, Willow Wash and Henderson Wash.
Flash Flood Warning issued July 20 at 5:30PM MST until July 20 at 7:30PM MST by NWS Tucson AZ
At 530 PM MST, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 0.5 and 1.5 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1 inch are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms. SOURCE...Radar and automated gauges. IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Sierra Vista, Hereford, Palominas, Coronado National Memorial and Ramsey Canyon Preserve. This includes the following highways... Route 90 between mile markers 326 and 336. Route 80 between mile markers 331 and 339. Route 92 between mile markers 324 and 343. This includes the following Flash Flood Prone Locations... Moson Rd from HWY 90 and Hereford Rd. This includes the following streams and drainages... Spring Creek and San Pedro River.
Flash Flood Warning issued July 20 at 4:13PM MST until July 20 at 7:00PM MST by NWS Tucson AZ
At 413 PM MST, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 2.5 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1.5 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Thunderstorms producing flash flooding. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Life threatening flash flooding of creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses. Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Mainly rural areas of South Central Cochise County. This includes Route 80 between mile markers 348 and 349. This includes the following Flash Flood Prone Locations... Davis Rd between HWY 80 & HWY 191. This includes the following streams and drainages... Whitewater Draw and Gadwell Canyon.
About
Shaw House is a historic stone masonry cabin located in East Cochise Stronghold within the Coronado National Forest's Dragoon Mountains. The property sleeps up to 10 guests across three bedrooms: one with a queen bed, another with two twin-over-double bunk beds, and a third with a double futon. Two additional full-sized futons in the living room provide extra sleeping capacity. The cabin features two full bathrooms with flush toilets, sinks, and showers. The fully equipped kitchen includes a stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, cookware, dishes, and coffeepot. Climate control via air conditioning and heating makes the cabin comfortable year-round. Outside amenities include a propane grill, picnic table, and screened porch. Guests must provide their own food, sleeping bags or linens, pillows, towels, dish soap, matches, first aid kit, toilet paper, and garbage bags. The surrounding Cochise Stronghold area offers world-class rock climbing and bouldering with routes ranging from 5.6 to 5.12, as well as excellent hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. The rugged granite formations, wooded slopes, and abundant wildlife create a spectacular natural setting. Nearby attractions include Chiricahua National Monument, Fort Bowie National Historic Site, and the Amerind Foundation.
Directions
From Tucson, take I-10 east to Exit 318 (Dragoon Road). Turn right onto Dragoon Road and travel approximately 10 miles to Cochise Stronghold Road. Turn right on Cochise Stronghold Road and travel approximately 6 miles to Ironwood Road where the pavement ends. Turn right on Ironwood Road and travel approximately 4 miles. Shaw House is the large rock house on the left behind a locked gate. High clearance vehicle recommended.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | No |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $150 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (520) 364-3468 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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