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Ramsey Vista Campground
Campsites here are spread through a stand of medium-sized ponderosa pines at the end of a road that once brought miners and equipment to the historic Reef mine and townsite. This campground is tucked among pine trees at 7,400 feet and offers spectacular views of Ramsey Peak. It's a perfect destination to soak in the scenery and venture out on a hike from either of the trailheads at the campground.
Garbage bins & a horse corral are available. Black bears in area.
At a Glance
| Operational Hours: | April through November. Seasonal closure December 15 - March 15. |
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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, Parking |
| Fees: | Single site: $15. With Interagency Access or Interagency Senior pass $7.50. Payable with cash or check. |
| Open Season: | Spring - Winter |
| Restrictions: | Trailer Camping is 12 feet and less. Longer trailers and motor homes cannot negotiate the switchbacks on Carr Canyon Road. No utility hookups. Pets on leash at all times. Pack and saddle stock are not permitted in campground. Properly licensed motorbikes may be used only for entering or leaving campgrounds. |
| Closest Towns: | Around 15 miles from Sierra Vista, AZ |
| Information Center: | Sierra Vista Ranger District 520-378-0311 |
General Information
Directions:From Tucson, drive east on Interstate 10 to State Route 90 (exit 302). Drive south 25 miles through Sierra Vista. Eight miles south of Sierra Vista on State Highway 92 turn west onto Carr Canyon Road (FR 368). It is 7 miles to the end of the road and Ramsey Vista Campground.
Activities
Campground Camping
Trailer Camping is 12 feet and less. Longer trailers and motor homes cannot negotiate the switchbacks on Carr Canyon Road.
The campground provides views not only of Ramsey Peak, but of Carr Peak, Carr Canyon, the town of Sierra Vista, and the San Pedro Valley. Tent pads. Some sites are barrier-free. Magnificent views. Cool mountain setting. Trails. Historic mining area. Tables and fire rngs.
| No. of Sites | 8 |
Horse Camping
Amenities
| Camping trailer: | Yes |
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| Picnic tables: | Yes |
| Tent camping: | Yes |
| Parking: | Yes |
| Toilets: | Vault toilets |
| Fee charged for some activities: | Yes |
Location
