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Sunny Flat Campground

Contact Info
Chiricahua Mountains, AZ

Phone:
520-364-3468
Basics
Number of Sites:
14 Sites
Elevation:
5200 feet
Reservations:
Reservations not accepted.

Description

Campsites are clustered around a grassy meadow in this relatively open streamside camp. All sites are shaded, some more than others, and all are reasonably close to Cave Creek. Birdwatching is good right in camp (as it is in all Cave Creek camps) with elegant trogons and many other interesting species sighted regularly among the sycamores and oaks that border the creek. The open character of the area makes for exciting views of Cave Creek Canyon’s famous rock formations which tower over the area. That openness can also make some sites in this campground a bit warmer during hot days in the summer. On the other hand, that means they’ll be warmer when the weather is cool.

Other recreation attractions in Cave Creek Canyon, such as birding areas along South Fork and a number of hiking trails, are just a short drive from this campground, which is along the Cave Creek Canyon/Portal to Paradise Loop scenic drive. Some attractions you may want to take advantage of while you’re camped at Sunny Flat are the scenic Vista Point Trail located a short distance downstream of the campground, and the Cave Creek Visitor Information Center a little farther downstream. The Center, which is open from early spring through late fall, offers interpretive information, books and pamphlets on the natural and cultural history of the area, and a few examples of local wildlife species.

Amenities

Basic Amenities
  • Cold Running Water
Special Features
  • Cooking Grills
  • Fire Rings
  • Picnic Tables
Additional Conveniences
  • Pets Allowed
Additional Notes

Water (April - November)
Bear proof food and trash storage boxes
Maximum Trailer Length: 28 feet

Amenity list above may not be complete.

Details

Season
Year round
Location
150 miles east of Tucson
3 miles southwest of Portal
Elevation
5200 feet
Basic Info
Total Sites:
14 Sites
More Site Details
RV Hookups:
None
Pet Policy
Pets must be restrained or on a leash. Bird/Wildlife Watching
Additional Details
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. Also, remember to use the bear-proof food boxes to keep all food out of reach and out of sight of these curious and powerful animals.

Map + Directions

Basic Directions
From Tucson:
Take I-10 east 139 miles to US 80 (you will cross the New Mexico border to get to this intersection). Turn right (south) and drive 28 miles, then turn right (west) on the road to Portal, 7 miles.

From Douglas:
Take US 80 east approximately 50 miles to Rodeo, NM. Two miles past Rodeo, turn left (west) on Portal Road. From Portal drive west on Forest Road 42, approximately 3 miles to Sunny Flat Campground. All roads are paved and suitable for passenger vehicles.

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