Soldier Creek Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. The Swift Trail (AZ 366) closes November 15 through April 14 each winter due to snow. The campground reopens April 15. Early or late snow may extend the closure period.
Fireworks, Explosives and Sparks Restrictions
To prevent fires and for public safety order 03-00-23-001 prohibits to 1) possess, discharge, or use any kind of firework or other pyrotechnic devices; 2) use explosives; or 3) operate an internal or external combustion engine without a spark arresting devic
Motor Vehicle Order Road Restrictions
The purpose of this Order is for the protection of public health and safety and prohibits:
Carr Canyon Road and Campground Closure
The purpose of this Order is to protect public safety on Carr Canyon Road, and in the Reef Townsite and Ramsey Campgrounds during the seasonal ice and snow fall.
Target Shooting Refuse Restriction
Possessing or storing any refuse for the purpose of target shooting with a firearm, air rifle, or gas gun. 36 C.F.R. § 261.58(cc).
Bear Wallow Riparian Area Closure
No camping, parking, bicycle travel, or campfires allowed in Bear Wallow Riparian Area
Sabino and Bear Canyon Closure Order 03-05-03-25-002
The purpose of this Order is to protect public health and safety and forest resources from environmental degradation.
Alcohol Closure
The purpose of this Order is to comply with the Arizona and New Mexico state law and to restrict underage consumption of alcoholic beverages to provide for public health and safety.
14 Day Camping Closure 03-05-00-24-005
The purpose of this Order is to provide for public health and safety and to mitigate impacts on sensitive plant and wildlife species.
Tanque Verde Falls Camping Closure
The purpose of this Order is to protect public health and safety and forest resources in the Described Area.
Barfoot Snake Closure Order 03-05-01-24-004
The twin-spotted rattlesnake (Crotalus pricei) is a Regional Forester’s Sensitive Species and a State of Arizona protected reptile.
SVRD Rec Shooting Closure Order 03-05-03-23-010
Discharging a firearm, air rifle, or gas gun in the Restricted Area.The Order shall remain in effect indefinitely, unless rescinded.
Olson Cabin Closure 03-05-05-22-030
Olson Cabin Permit Area is located on the west side of Forest System Road 4458 and approximately 1,500 feet northwest of the junction of Forest System Road 4458 and Forest System Road 639.
About
Soldier Creek Campground is nestled in a forested grove in the Pinaleño Mountains of Coronado National Forest, where large granite boulders sculptured by natural forces create scenic beauty and separation between campsites. A short walk from camp leads to an abrupt drop-off with panoramic views of the lower slopes of the Pinaleños, the Aravaipa Valley, and the distant Galiuro and Winchester mountains. Especially popular during mid-summer for its cool mountain temperatures, Soldier Creek serves as a base for exploring the high country. The upper trailhead of Grant Goudy Ridge Trail #310 is accessible from the south end of the campground near the host site. The campground is located along the Swift Trail Parkway (AZ 366), a scenic mountain road that climbs through multiple ecological zones. This is an active black bear area, and all food must be stored in bear-proof containers, trash bins, or locked vehicles. The campground operates seasonally and is inaccessible by vehicle during winter months when the Swift Trail closes due to snow.
Directions
From Safford: Drive south 8 miles on US 191 to AZ 366/Swift Trail. Turn right (southwest) onto AZ 366 and drive 29.7 miles to the campground entrance on the left. From Tucson: Take I-10 east for 90 miles. Take exit 352 for US 191 and turn left toward Safford. Drive 26.3 miles north and turn left on AZ 366/Swift Trail. Drive 29.7 miles to the campground entrance on the left.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $20 - $40 |
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 | None |
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