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Coronado National Forest
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Coronado National Forest
300 W. Congress Street
Tucson, 85701
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Camping
Campgrounds and picnic areas on the Coronado are nearly as diverse as the people who come to visit. Campsites are available from an elevation of 3,000 feet up to 9,000 feet, offering a year round season of camping opportunities and
a full spectrum of vegetation and climate zones to choose from.
Forest Service campgrounds are designed to meet your recreational needs. Except for the most primitive sites, they have toilets/outhouses and potable drinking water sources. Most campgrounds are accessible by even the tamest passenger car and
will accommodate large RVs or trailers. No matter which site you choose, youll find adventure and some peace and quiet in Americas Great Outdoors.
As with any public facilities, we do have a few rules we ask you to follow when you visit campgrounds and picnic areas
CAMPING If you are staying at a campground, camp only in those places specifically designated or marked at campsites. All vehicles, RVs and
trailers must be parked in the campsite or its driveway. Driving or parking off-road is not permitted. Please observe quiet hours between 1000 p.m. and 600 a.m. and be considerate of others.
CAMPFIRES Campers enjoying the day on Mt. Lemmon.Please obey any fire restrictions posted at the sites. Fires may be limited or prohibited at certain times. Within campgrounds and other recreation areas, fires may only be built in fire rings, stoves, grills, or fireplaces provided for that purpose. Be sure your fire is completely extinguished before leaving. Do not leave your fire unattended. You are responsible for keeping fires under control. Remember, one careless moment with fire can destroy centuries of natures handiwork.
STAY LIMIT The stay limit in any National Forest campground is 14 days. Generally, there is a limit of 8 persons occupying each camp site. The Safford Ranger District (Mt. Graham) allows 10 persons to occupy each camp site. Make sure you give everyone else a chance to enjoy the area!
VEHICLE Drivers must obey all traffic signs and operate their vehicles in accordance with posted regulations and
applicable Federal, State and local laws. Just like everywhere else! Motorized travel is restricted on many roads to protect wildlife habitat and other resources. Information regarding travel limitations is available at Ranger District offices. Allow plenty of time for all motorized outings and please drive safely.
PETS AND ANIMALS Pets must be restrained or on a leash at all times while in developed recreation areas. Pets (except guide dogs) are not allowed in swimming areas or sanitary facilities. Saddle or pack animals are allowed only where authorized by posted instructions.
The Forest has its share of animals as well. Please be considerate and safe around them they are wild, no matter how tame they may seem at the time. Some areas of the Coronado are black bear country please check bulletin boards at the specific sites for more information.
FIREWORKS AND EXPLOSIVES Use of fireworks or other explosives within campgrounds and other recreation areas is prohibited.
Fishing and Hunting
Fishing
You may not expect to find lakes in the arid southwest and
though there are no natural lakes on The Coronado National Forest, several man-made lakes are available for recreational use.
Most of these lakes are stocked by the Arizona Game and Fish Department and offer excellent fishing.
A valid fishing license is required of any person, except residents or non-residents under the age of fourteen years and blind residents, for taking aquatic wildlife from public waters.
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