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Columbine Corrals Campground
This campground, nestled in mixed-conifer forest at 9,440 feet, has six sites with picnic tables and fire pits. There are vault toilets, bear-proof trash cans, and public corrals. There is also drinking water at this site. Ash Creek Trail #307 and Web Peak Trail #345 start from the campground.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | The campsite and corrals at Columbine Corrals will be occupied with no available spots until August 2nd. while a trail crew and their Forestry managers basecamp there. They are in the process of clearing trails and hazard trees on Mount Graham. Cunningham Campground is an alternative for those who need horse corrals. |
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| Reservations: | This is a first-come, first-served campground. Reservations are not accepted. |
| Area Amenities: | Tent camping, Camping trailer, Fee charged for some activities, Picnic tables, Toilets, Drinking water, Parking |
| Fees: | Single site: $15. With Golden Age/Access or Interagency Senior/Access pass $7.50. Payable with cash or check. |
| Open Season: | April 15 - November 14 |
| Usage: | Medium |
| Best Season: | Spring, Summer, and Fall |
| Restrictions: | Vehicles (including trailers) longer than 22 feet are not recommended because of the difficulty negotiating the switchbacks on AZ 366. This campground is not accessible from November 15 to April 15 when the Swift Trail is closed for the winter. Early or late snow may extend the inaccessible season. |
| Closest Towns: | Safford, AZ |
| Information Center: | Safford Ranger District (928) 428-4150 |
General Information
Accessibility:From Safford, Arizona: Take US 191 south for 6 miles. Turn right onto AZ 366/Swift Trail and travel approximately 29 miles. The campground is on the right across from the Columbine Visitor Center.
From Tucson, Arizona: Take I-10 east for 90 miles. Take exit 352 for US 191, and turn left toward Safford. Drive 26.3 miles north and turn left on AZ 366/Swift Trail. Drive approximately 29 miles and the campground is on the right across from the Columbine Visitor Center.
Directions:
From Safford drive 8 miles south on US 191 to the Swift Trail (AZ 366). Turn right (southwest) onto AZ 366 and continue 29 miles to the Columbine Corrals Campground.
Activities
Campground Camping
Day Hiking
General Info:
DirectionsFrom Safford drive 8 miles south on US 191 to the Swift Trail (AZ 366). Turn right (southwest) onto AZ 366 and continue 29 miles to the Columbine Corrals Campground.
Backpacking
Horse Camping
Horse Riding
Amenities
| Camping trailer: | 22 feet and less |
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| Picnic tables: | Yes |
| Tent camping: | First-come, first-served |
| Fee charged for some activities: | Yes |
| Parking: | Yes |
| Toilets: | Vault Toilets |
| Drinking water: | Available Seasonally |