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Whitetail Campground
FSU.S. Forest Service — MT. LEMMON · Arizona · Coronado National Forest
| Agency | FSU.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Area | Coronado National Forest |
| Location | MT. LEMMON · Arizona · Coronado National Forest · 32.41194, -110.73194 · Map |
| Sites | 5 public sites counted from the federal listing — 5 group standard electric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 5 of 5 sites (up to 15 amp where reported) Water hookups at 0 of 5 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 5 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 5 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Longest reported site fits 26 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 5 sites · 30 ft: 0 sites · 35 ft: 0 sites · 40 ft: 0 sites |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
| Check-in / out | In 2:00 PM · Out 11:00 AM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 5 sites, as reported |
| Accessible sites | 1 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 520-576-9198 |
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This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-03-11.
From the official listing
Overview Whitetail Campground offers group campsites in the foothills of the Catalina Mountains of southeastern Arizona, 5 miles south of the town of Summerhaven and the top of Mt. Lemmon. Groups can enjoy picking, hiking, camping and wildlife watching while enjoying a cool respite from hot summer. The facility can accommodate groups for day or overnight use. Recreation Hiking and sightseeing are popular activities. The surrounding national forest boasts a variety of trails, including some on the 9,157-foot Mt. Lemmon, for those who wish to venture away from the campground for the day.
The University of Arizona runs an observatory just up the road, and visitors can also drive a few minutes to the small town of Summerhaven, which offers amenities and attractions on Mt. Lemmon's summit.
Anglers can try for stocked trout at nearby Rose Canyon Lake. Facilities All five group areas have picnic shelters that can accommodate between 40 to 90 people each and come equipped with drinking water, electricity (small appliances only), trash collection and vault toilets.
Natural Features Whitetail Campground sits high on the slopes of the Santa Catalina Mountains at an elevation of 8,000 feet. Because of its elevation, it can be much cooler than the lower-elevation campgrounds in the area. The campsites are spacious and spread out among stands of big ponderosa pines
The Coronado National Forest covers 1.78 million acres of southeastern Arizona and southwestern New Mexico. Elevations range from 3,000 to 10,720 feet in 12 widely scattered mountain ranges, or "sky islands," that rise dramatically from the desert floor, supporting biologically diverse plant communities. Nearby Attractions Catalina Highway, also known as General Hitchcock Highway and Sky Island Scenic Byway, is the only paved road that leads to the upper reaches of Mt. Lemmon and the Santa Catalina Range, offering a scenic day trip.
Other notable attractions include Saguaro National Park, Sabino Canyon and Colossal Cave.
Directions, from the listing
From Tucson, Arizona, go north on Catalina Highway approximately 30 miles from Tucson until you reach Milepost 20. Turn Left on Whitetail Road.
Nearest federal campgrounds
1 mi straight-line · ArizonaFSU.S. Forest ServicePalisades Ranger Residence Cabin
1 mi straight-line · Tucson ArizonaFSU.S. Forest ServiceSollers Cabin (AZ)
2 mi straight-line · Tucson ArizonaFSU.S. Forest ServiceRose Canyon
3 mi straight-line · Mt. Lemmon ArizonaFSU.S. Forest ServiceMolino
6 mi straight-line · Tucson Arizona
Trip Card — Whitetail Campground
MT. LEMMON · Arizona · Coronado National Forest
| Agency | FS · U.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Location | MT. LEMMON · Arizona · Coronado National Forest |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 5 |
| Max RV | Up to 26 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 5 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234564 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.