Arizona · published-coordinate region
Rose Canyon
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USDA Forest Service30Supported overnight records
2Published site categories
30Sites with a reported party limit
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A closer look at the campground
Overview
Rose Canyon Campground is just 17 miles northeast of Tucson, Arizona, off the Catalina Highway Scenic Drive near the summit of Mt. Lemmon. This area is popular for day use as well as overnight camping. With a high elevation, forested setting, two group picnic areas and opportunities for hiking, wildlife viewing and fishing, Rose Canyon offers a great summer respite from the city.Recreation
The lake is sheltered by trees and offers a pleasant setting for a walk in the woods, relaxing on the shore or spending an afternoon fishing for stocked trout. A one-mile trail around the lake is convenient for anglers and hikers. The trail is accessible from the lower parking area to a floating dock near a dam.
The surrounding national forest boasts a variety of hiking and mountain biking trails, including several that traverse the 9,157-foot Mt. Lemmon.Facilities
The campground offers spacious, single-family campsites, as well as two group day use areas with picnic shelters, which can be reserved for up to 120 guests.
The campground is equipped with picnic tables, campfire rings with grills and vault toilets.
Natural Features
The campground sits high on the slopes of the Santa Catalina Mountains, at an elevation of 7,000 feet. Because of its elevation, it can be much cooler than the lower-elevation campgrounds in the area. The campsites are spacious and spread out among stands of large ponderosa pines and clusters of Gambel oak. During the summer rainy season, Rose Creek meanders through the area to the six-acre Rose Canyon Lake at the lower end of the campground.
The Coronado National Forest covers 1.78 million acres of southeastern Arizona and southwestern New Mexico. Elevations range from 3,000 to 10,720 feet in 12 widely scattered mountain ranges, or "sky islands," that rise dramatically from the desert floor, supporting biologically diverse plant communities.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (520) 576-1325.
Nearby Attractions
Catalina Highway, also known as General Hitchcock Highway and Sky Island Scenic Byway, is the only paved road that leads to the upper reaches of Mt. Lemmon and the Santa Catalina Range. It is one of the most scenic highways in the southwest and is a popular day trip.
Other notable attractions include Saguaro National Park, Sabino Canyon and Colossal Cave.
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How much is documented?
Reported fields across the 30 supported campsite records here. A reported value can still need interpretation; missing values remain unknown in the planner.
Party limit
30
Vehicle limit
30
Vehicle length
0
Driveway entry
0
Shade
28
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The campsite mix
Tent Only Nonelectric
24
Rv Nonelectric
6
Operator directions
From Tucson, Arizona, take Catalina Highway/Arizona Route 39 northeast. The campground is located between mile markers 17 and 18 on the Catalina Highway.
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THE ACTUAL SITES
30 published campsite records
Raw published values are shown below, including zeros and ambiguous text. They are not validated capacities. The planner keeps missing, zero and questionable dimensions unknown.
View all 30 published site records
| SITE / LOOP | TYPE | EQUIPMENT LIMITS | PEOPLE / VEHICLES | DRIVEWAY | ELECTRIC / SHADE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Site 001 Barnum Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 002 Barnum Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 003 Barnum Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 004 Barnum Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 005 Barnum Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 011 Green Mt. Loop Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 014 Green Mt. Loop Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 015 Green Mt. Loop Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 023 Green Mt. Loop Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 024 Green Mt. Loop Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 025 Green Mt. Loop Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 032 Sycamore Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 033 Sycamore Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 035 Sycamore Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 039 Sycamore Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 041 Willow Canyon Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Rv Nonelectric | Trailer: 22 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Not reported 36 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 044 Willow edge Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Rv Nonelectric | Trailer: 22 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Not reported 30 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 045 Willow edge Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Rv Nonelectric | Trailer: 22 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Not reported 35 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 046 Willow edge Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Rv Nonelectric | Trailer: 22 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Not reported 30 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 048 Red Tail Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Rv Nonelectric | Trailer: 22 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Not reported 30 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 050 Red Tail Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Rv Nonelectric | Trailer: 22 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Not reported 40 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 060 Rose Peak Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 061 Rose Peak Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 062 Rose Peak Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 063 Rose Peak Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 069 Black Bear Flats Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 070 Black Bear Flats Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 071 Black Bear Flats Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 072 Black Bear Flats Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 073 Black Bear Flats Source updated: 2025-12-07 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 1 vehicles | Not reported Not reported | Not reported Shade: Yes |
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