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Arcadia Campground
When early settlers ventured up Mount Graham, the Arcadia area was usually as far as they got on the first day. A little later in the history of the Pinalenos, Arcadia was the site of one of several Civilian Conservation Corps camps established in the 1930s to provide jobs for workers idled by the Great Depression. Today, Arcadia Campground, which has 19 campsites, is the first campground visitors encounter on their way up Mount Graham by way of the Swift Trail (AZ 366), which was built by those Depression-era workers. Arcadia Campground is shaded by stands of tall ponderosa pine interspersed with Gambel oaks and Arizona walnuts. Such a diverse habitat makes this an excellent area for bird watching. Watch for poison ivy.
Note: Black bear area. Store and dispose of all food in bear-proof containers and trash bins, or keep it locked in your vehicle.
At a Glance
| Operational Hours: | Arcadia Campground is open year round, weather permitting. In winter, AZ 366 may be closed due to snow. The group site is open April 1 through November 1, weather permitting. Check local road conditions during winter months. |
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| Reservations: | Reservations are available for the Upper Arcadia Group Camp Site. They can be made at Recreation.gov. |
| Area Amenities: | Tent camping, Fee charged for some activities, Picnic tables, Toilets, Drinking water |
| Fees: | Single site: $20. With Golden Age/Access or Interagency Senior/Access pass $10. Double site: $40. Payable with cash or check. |
| Open Season: | Year-round |
| Usage: | Medium |
| Restrictions: | RVs up to 22 feet and vehicles with trailers less than 21 feet are recommended. Longer vehicles have difficulty negotiating the switchbacks on AZ 366. Pack and saddle stock are not permitted in campground. Limit 2 vehicles and 10 persons per site. 14 day stay limit. |
| Closest Towns: | Safford, AZ |
| Information Center: | Safford Ranger District 928-428-4150 |
General Information
Directions: From Safford drive south 8 miles on US 191 to AZ 366. Turn right (southwest) onto AZ 366 and drive 11.6 miles to the campground entrance on the right side of the road. Check local road conditions during winter months.Activities
Campground Camping
| No. of Sites | 15 Single $20 1 Double $40 1 Group $25 + $5 per car |
Day Hiking
Amenities
| Picnic tables: | Yes |
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| Tent camping: | First-come, first-served |
| Fee charged for some activities: | Yes |
| Toilets: | Vault Toilets |
| Drinking water: | Drinking water is available seasonally. |