Contact Info
- Phone:
- 520-364-3468
Basics
- Number of Sites:
- 25 Sites
- Elevation:
- 8500 feet
- Reservations:
- Reservations not accepted.
Description
Campsites at Rustler Park are scattered in the shade of tall trees along access roads that have been purposefully kept out of the meadow to avoid damaging fragile plants and soils.
Rustler Park is an excellent place to pursue birdwatching. Larger animals, including black bear, are frequently spotted here, too. Trails lead from the campground into the Chiricahua Wilderness and to other places of interest. The Crest Trail #270, is accessible via a trailhead in the campground’s outer loop, or by a 4-wheel drive road south of the campground entrance.
Amenities
Basic Amenities
- Drinking Water
- Vault Toilets
Special Features
- Cooking Grills
- Fire Rings
- Picnic Tables
Additional Conveniences
- Pets Allowed
Additional Notes
Bear proof food and trash storage boxes
Potable Water in Summer only
Maximum Trailer Length: 22 feet
Amenity list above may not be complete.
Details
Season
April 1 - November 30Location
120 miles east of Tucson18 miles west of Portal
Elevation
8500 feetBasic Info
- Total Sites:
- 25 Sites
More Site Details
- RV Hookups:
- None
Pet Policy
Pets must be restrained or on a leash. Mountain Meadow SettingForested Sites
Birdwatching/Wildlife Watching
Forest Trails
Additional Details
Black bears frequent this area. To avoid putting a bear’s life in danger and risking the loss of some of your own property, please dispose of all garbage in the bear-proof containers provided and use the bearproof food boxes to keep all food out of reach and out of sight.Map + Directions
Basic Directions
Take I-10 east 81 miles. Turn right (south) on AZ 186 and continue for 23 miles. Turn left (east) on AZ 181 toward Chiricahua National Monument and drive 3 miles, then turn right (south) on Forest Road 42.
From Douglas:
Take US 80 two miles west to US 191. Go north on US 19135 miles to Sunizona. Take AZ 181 east, then north, for approximately 28 miles (stay on paved road) to FR 42. Continue up FR 42 (Pinery Canyon) 12 miles to Forest Road 42D. Turn right at Onion Saddle and drive approximately 2.5 miles to Rustler Park Campground.
Forest Roads 42 and 42D are gravel roads suitable for two-wheel drive passenger vehicles, though high-clearance vehicles such as pickup trucks or SUVs are recommended. Open from April through November, these roads are not plowed and are usually closed following early or late season snowstorms. Expect slick conditions after a rain.
