Bonita Canyon Campground
Bonita Canyon Campground is located in Chiricahua National Monument, also known as the "Wonderland of Rocks". Visitors love Chiricahua for its stunning rock columns (hoodoos), hiking trails, and bird watching opportunities.
NOTE: Vehicles and RV's longer than 24 feet are NOT permitted on the scenic drive beyond the campground. Trailers are not permitted on the Scenic Drive. See campground regulations and map.
IMPORTANT: Total maximum length for Vehicle + trailer or RV is 29 ft (9 m) and only a few sites will accomodate RVs. Please confirm that the length of campsite is long enough for both your trailer and vehicle before booking. Most sites are narrow and will not accommodate side by side parking. Some sites are difficult to back into due to sharp angles. Crossing the two creek bed dips can be difficult for longer vehicles. See campground map.
- Utility (electricity, water, sewer) hookups are not available. There are no dump stations (the closest is in Willcox, AZ).
- An individual campsite will accommodate a maximum of 8 people, 2 vehicles, and 2 tents. A trailer of any type counts as 1 vehicle.
- All vehicles must be parked within the campsite driveway. Parking is not available or permitted on shoulders of campground road and overnight parking at other parking areas within the Monument is not permitted.
- Site #8 is designed with accessible facilities for people with special needs. The electricity utility box is for connection of medical equipment only.
- The restroom has flush toilets and cold water sinks but no showers. Potable drinking water faucets are provided. The park prohibits filling RV or trailer water tanks.
- All sites have a picnic table, raised grill, food storage box, and tent pad. Please bring your own firewood or charcoal. Use of raised portable fire pans is permitted.
- Hanging of hammocks or any items from trees or other vegetation is not permitted.
- Quiet hours are from 8:00 pm to 8:00 am with no generator use or other loud noises allowed during this time.
- There isn't any camping for people with horses or horse trailers within the park. Please check opportunities for Horse Riding & Camping within the Coronado National Forest.
Need to Know
Total maximum Vehicle + Trailer or RV/motorhome length is 29 feet (8.8 m), actual measurements. Vehicles and RV's 24 feet (7.3 m) and longer (RVs or vehicle + trailer) are not permitted on the scenic drive beyond the campground. Road through campground crosses Bonita Creek, usually dry, twice. Vehicles with long overhangs might scrape or not be able to cross the dips.
Any site not reserved is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Visitor must make reservation via recreation.gov on-line or call. No cash, check, or credit card payments accepted on-site. See camphost for reservation tag.
The Group Site is available to tent campers only for 9 to 24 people. No camper vans, trailers, pop-ups, RV/motorhomes, or anything other than tents, The fee is $50 per night.
Bears, skunks, and other wildlife frequent the area. Food storage regulations are enforced. Keep a clean campsite for the safety of you, other campers, and all wildlife.
Wood gathering is prohibited in the park.
Campfires are permitted only in designated grills or personal, portable raised fire pans. Ground fires are not allowed.
There is no food, ice, or gas available in the park. Willcox, AZ, is the closest town and is 37 miles (59 km) from the park.
Chiricahua National Monument official website Visit the Chiricahua Natioal Monument official website for more information or check Chiricahua's Facebook page .
Natural Features
Set in a pine and oak forest, Bonita Canyon Campground provides an atmosphere of relaxation. Most campsites are well shaded and have views of Bonita Creek which is dry most of the year,
Nearby Attractions
The park visitor center is open daily, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Mountain Standard Time (except Thanksgiving Day and December 25). Inside you will find interactive exhibits about the cultural and natural history of the park, plus a Western National Parks Association store.
Visitors may explore Faraway Ranch , originally the Erickson family pioneer homestead, converted into a 20th century guest ranch by the family daughters and currently an historic site. For more information visit the Chiricahua National Monument website.
Nearby Fort Bowie National Historic Site, Coronado National Memorial, the Coronado National Forest, Portal/Cave Creek, Tombstone, Bisbee, and Willcox are additional places visitors to Chiricahua may also enjoy exploring.
Recreation
Chiricahua National Monument offers 17 miles (27 km) of day-use hiking trails. Birders frequent this site for the diversity of species that reside in or migrate through the area. Enjoy sweeping views of the surrounding valleys and mountain ranges which make for stunning photography opportunities at Massai Point, the end of the 8-mile (13 km), paved scenic drive. No backcountry camping is permitted in the park. The Coronado National Forest surrounds Chiricahua and may offer dispersed or other camping opportunities as well as reservations for developed campgrounds.
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Contact Information
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12856 E Rhyolite Creek Rd Willcox AZ 85643
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 520-824-3560
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
Chiricahua National Monument is 45 minutes southeast of Willcox and 2 hours southeast of Tucson, AZ.
From I-10 east:
1. Take exit 336 toward Willcox for 4 miles (6.4 km).
2. Turn left onto Arizona 186 E (East Maley Street) for 31 miles (50 km).
3. Turn left onto Arizona 181 E for 4 miles (6.4 km).
4. Veer left onto E Bonita Canyon Road and into Chiricahua National Monument. The campground is 2.5 miles (4 km) ahead on your left.
From I-10 west:
1. Take exit 344 toward Willcox.
2. Continue on N Haskell Ave for 5 miles (8 km).
3. Turn right onto Arizona 186 E (East Maley Street) 31 miles (50 km).
3. Turn left onto Arizona 181 E for 4 miles (6.4 km).
4. Veer left onto East Bonita Canyon Road and into Chiricahua National Monument. The campground is 2.5 miles (4 km) ahead on your left.
Available Campsites
- Site 12, Loop Bonita Canyon Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 22, Loop Bonita Canyon Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 11, Loop Bonita Canyon Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 21, Loop Bonita Canyon Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 16, Loop Bonita Canyon Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 18, Loop Bonita Canyon Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 07, Loop Bonita Canyon Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 25, Loop Bonita Canyon Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 19, Loop Bonita Canyon Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 01, Loop Bonita Canyon Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 03, Loop Bonita Canyon Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 15, Loop Bonita Canyon Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 10, Loop Bonita Canyon Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 06, Loop Bonita Canyon Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 24, Loop Bonita Canyon Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 23, Loop Bonita Canyon Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 05, Loop Bonita Canyon Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 20, Loop Bonita Canyon Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 09, Loop Bonita Canyon Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 04, Loop Bonita Canyon Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 13, Loop Bonita Canyon Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 02, Loop Bonita Canyon Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 17, Loop Bonita Canyon Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 08, Loop Bonita Canyon Campground, Type Standard Electric
- Site 14, Loop Bonita Canyon Campground, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 26, Loop Bonita Canyon Campground, Type Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric
