Sycamore Campground


Area Status: Open
Sycamore Campground

Located on the west side of the Chiricahuas, Sycamore Campground straddles the banks of West Turkey Creek, a small perennial stream that cascades into the campground down a series of small waterfalls and through a rocky cleft decorated with wildflowers.

These sycamore- and oak-shaded sites are located near the end of Turkey Creek Road in an area that serves as a jumping off place into the Chiricahua Wilderness. A number of trails start in the vicinity of the campground and climb to destinations and connecting trails high in the mountains. If you’re a hiker or an equestrian, you’ll find this an excellent base of operations with enough nearby trail miles to keep you busy for quite a while.

Note: Black bears in area.

At a Glance

Operational Hours: Open year-round.
Area Amenities: Tent camping,Fee charged for some activities,Picnic tables,Toilets,Parking
Fees: Single site: $15. With Golden Age/Access or Interagency Senior/Access pass $7.50. Payable with cash or check.
Usage: Light-Medium
Restrictions: No hook-ups. Trailers limited to 16 feet or less. No trash cans. Pack it in, pack it out. Pack and saddle stock are not permitted in campground. Limit 2 vehicles and 10 persons per site. 14 day stay limit.
Closest Towns: Willcox is 43 miles Northwest.
Water: No drinking water is available
Restroom: Yes
Operated By: Douglas Ranger District
Information Center: Douglas Ranger District  520-364-3468

General Information

Directions: From Tucson, take I-10 east for 72 miles to US 191. Turn south 21 miles to AZ 181 and drive 12 miles east to the Turkey Creek turnoff (Forest Road 41). From Douglas, take US 80 two miles west to US 191. Go north on US 19 13.5 miles to Sunizona. Take AZ 181 east approximately 14 miles to where it makes a sharp left turn. Continue east on Forest Road 41. Follow FR 41 approximately 9 miles east to the campground.

Recreation Map

Map showing recreational areas. Map Information

Activities

Campground Camping

Trailer Camping less than 16 feet.

Picturesque stream. Watchable wildlife. Nearby trails. Scenic drive access.

No. of Sites 7
No. of Accessible sites

Amenities

Picnic tables: Yes
Tent camping: Yes
Fee charged for some activities: Yes
Parking: Yes
Toilets: Yes

Related Information

Recreation Areas

Recreation Activities

Location

 
  Latitude : 
31.85979142

  Longitude : 
-109.3339366

  Elevation : 
6,200 feet