Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Buena Vista, AZ
Nestled in the stunning landscapes of Arizona, Buena Vista offers a diverse array of camping options that cater to every outdoor enthusiast. For those seeking the comforts of home on the road, RV camping at sites like Buena Vista Campground provides essential amenities amidst breathtaking mountain views and the serene Tonto National Forest. If you prefer a more rustic experience, the area boasts numerous tent camping spots such as the picturesque Ponderosa Grove Campground, where towering pines and wildlife create a perfect backdrop for a peaceful retreat. For adventurous souls, dispersed camping is a popular choice in the surrounding hills, allowing you to set up camp in secluded spots while embracing the unspoiled beauty of the Arizona wilderness. The region's geography features stunning red rock formations, meandering creeks, and vast desert vistas, making it an ideal setting for hiking, fishing, and star-gazing. Whether you're in an RV, a tent, or seeking solitude in the wild, Buena Vista's camping experiences promise unforgettable adventures in nature.
Roper Lake Campground is part of Roper Lake State Park in Arizona (2 hrs 8 min east of Catalina Foothills, AZ) with an elevation of 3,118 feet. There are a total of 45 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 15 and 70 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 12 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 40 sites have electric and water hookups. 1 site has water hookups. Fees range from $20.00 to $30.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, boat ramp, swimming, restroom, gift shop. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Upper Arcadia Campground is located in the Safford Ranger District, Coronado National Forest (2 hrs 23 min east of Catalina Foothills, AZ) with an elevation of 6,609 feet. The site is open all year. Prices start at $25.00 per night. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Treasure Park - North Campground is located in the Safford Ranger District, Coronado National Forest (2 hrs 54 min east of Catalina Foothills, AZ) with an elevation of 9,017 feet. The site is normally open from mid April to mid November. Prices start at $25.00 per night. Activities include biking, fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails.
Treasure Park Group Campground - East is located in the Safford Ranger District, Coronado National Forest (2 hrs 54 min east of Catalina Foothills, AZ) with an elevation of 9,017 feet. The site is normally open from mid April to mid November. Prices start at $25.00 per night. Activities include biking, fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails.
Upper Hospital Flat Group Site is located in the Safford Ranger District, Coronado National Forest (2 hrs 54 min east of Catalina Foothills, AZ) with an elevation of 9,026 feet. The site is normally open from mid April to mid November. Prices start at $25.00 per night. Activities include biking, fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails.
Rose Canyon Campground is located in the Santa Catalina Ranger District, Coronado National Forest (52 min northeast of Catalina Foothills, AZ) with an elevation of 7,273 feet. There are a total of 32 campsites including 24 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid April to the end of October. 6 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 22 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $24.00 to $95.00. Some amenities include general store, amphitheater. Activities include fishing.
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