Upper Twilight Group Site
Open year-round with reservations through Recreation.gov. The Swift Trail (SR 366) closes seasonally from November 15 through April 15 approximately 21.85 miles from US 191, beyond Shannon Campground. Season dates may also depend on weather and fire conditions.
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 device in effective working order.
Motor Vehicle Order Road Restrictions
The purpose of this Order is for the protection of public health and safety and prohibits: Using any type of vehicle that does not comply with an applicable state law.Using a road for commercial hauling without a permit or written authorization.Operating a vehicle in violation of speed, load,…
Rose Canyon Lake restriction to being in or on the lake
Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.50(a), the following is prohibited on theNational Forest System (NFS) lands in the Santa Catalina Ranger District, CoronadoNational Forest, described below and shown on the attached map incorporated into thisOrder as Exhibit A (the "Described…
Tanque Verde Fall Camping Closure
Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.50(a) the following is prohibited on theNational Forest System (NFS) lands in the Santa Catalina Ranger District, CoronadoNational Forest, described below and shown on the attached map incorporated into thisOrder as Exhibit A (the "Described…
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.Effective January 22, 2025, through January 21, 2028, the Santa Catalina Ranger District has implemented a closure order in the area of Bear Canyon Trail and the Wilderness boundary…
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. Due to this species’ extremely limited habitat and population numbers, this Order provides for the protection of this species by precluding entry into the…
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.There are many problems associated with the Olson Cabin Permit Area. The permit area and improvements were…
Red Flag Warning issued May 16 at 1:49AM MST until May 17 at 11:00PM MST by NWS Tucson AZ
* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 151, 152, 153 and 154. * TIMING...From 11 AM to 11 PM MST Sunday. * WINDS...Southwest 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 7 percent. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop or are ongoing will have the potential to spread rapidly.
About
Upper Twilight Group Site sits at 7,400 feet in a shady ponderosa pine and conifer forest in the Pinaleño Mountains of southeastern Arizona. The site accommodates a single group of up to 50 guests and includes vault toilets, picnic tables, a group campfire ring with grill, bear-proof food lockers, and bear-proof trash cans. Parking is available for up to six vehicles. Groups over 30 must provide one portable toilet per 15 people. The campground lies along the Swift Trail Scenic Drive (SR 366), which climbs from the Sonoran Desert floor at 2,900 feet to alpine meadows above 9,000 feet. This dramatic elevation range creates exceptionally diverse habitat, making the area popular for birding and wildlife watching. Nearby attractions include Riggs Lake (stocked with trout), the Columbine Visitors Center, Mount Graham Wilderness Study Area, and numerous hiking and mountain biking trails. No potable water is available; campers must bring their own supply. The last mile to the campground is on a dirt road suitable for passenger vehicles, but trailers over 22 feet are not recommended due to narrow switchbacks on SR 366. Total vehicle length must be under 40 feet. This is bear country; all food must be stored in bear-proof containers or locked vehicles.
Directions
From Safford, Arizona: Take State Route 191 south for 6 miles. Turn right onto State Route 366/Swift Trail and travel 14.5 miles to the Twilight Campground entrance (MM 128.4), then follow the road for 1 mile to the Upper Twilight Group Site. From Tucson: Take I-10 East for 90 miles to exit 352 for State Route 191, turn left toward Safford, drive 26.3 miles north, and turn left on State Route 366/Swift Trail. Continue 14.5 miles to the campground entrance.
Location
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $25 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 22ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (928) 428-4150 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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