About Half Moon Ranch
Number of accommodations: 1
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
Half Moon Ranch, Loop: HALF MOON RANCH
Site Details
Reviews (104)
What Guests Are Saying
Half Moon Ranch offers a beautiful location for outdoor activities, with stunning views and a peaceful setting ideal for family gatherings. Guests enjoyed birdwatching and the comfortable accommodations, although some noted cleanliness issues and the need for minor repairs, such as the screen door. Overall, visitors appreciated the privacy and natural surroundings, expressing a desire to return despite a few inconveniences.
What Guests Are Saying
Half Moon Ranch offers a beautiful location for outdoor activities, with stunning views and a peaceful setting ideal for family gatherings. Guests enjoyed birdwatching and the comfortable accommodations, although some noted cleanliness issues and the need for minor repairs, such as the screen door. Overall, visitors appreciated the privacy and natural surroundings, expressing a desire to return despite a few inconveniences.
Review Summary
Larry M
VerifiedApril 6, 2026 • Stayed at: Half Moon Ranch, Loop: HALF MOON RANCH
We had an enjoyable stay. The ranch house is located in a wonderful location. Unfortunately the people who stayed before us did not clean up the house, and they had a dog (dogs are not permitted). We spent a couple of hours cleaning the first full day. The Forest Service needs to empty the outside garbage container. Yes, we cleaned the house before we left
Larry M
VerifiedApril 6, 2026 • Stayed at: Half Moon Ranch, Loop: HALF MOON RANCH
We had an enjoyable stay. The ranch house is located in a wonderful location. Unfortunately the people who stayed before us did not clean up the house, and they had a dog (dogs are not permitted). We spent a couple of hours cleaning the first full day. The Forest Service needs to empty the outside garbage container. Yes, we cleaned the house before we left
Heather R
VerifiedFebruary 23, 2026 • Stayed at: Half Moon Ranch, Loop: HALF MOON RANCH
Beautiful spot to watch the stars, hike and learn the history of the area. Great place!
Heather R
VerifiedFebruary 23, 2026 • Stayed at: Half Moon Ranch, Loop: HALF MOON RANCH
Beautiful spot to watch the stars, hike and learn the history of the area. Great place!
Linda H
VerifiedFebruary 20, 2026 • Stayed at: Half Moon Ranch, Loop: HALF MOON RANCH
Wonderful ranch house. Screen door needs fixing badly. Campground is closed so be prepared to park outside the gates and walk-in to the trail heads. Pond teaming with birds and fish.
Linda H
VerifiedFebruary 20, 2026 • Stayed at: Half Moon Ranch, Loop: HALF MOON RANCH
Wonderful ranch house. Screen door needs fixing badly. Campground is closed so be prepared to park outside the gates and walk-in to the trail heads. Pond teaming with birds and fish.
Christopher D
VerifiedJanuary 22, 2026 • Stayed at: Half Moon Ranch, Loop: HALF MOON RANCH
I enjoyed my stay- great location and amazing setting. Excellent privacy as the gate is lockable and the property is fenced. Superb views. The only minor ding is the water running from the tap and shower is hyper chlorinated to the point where I chose not to shower during the two nights I stayed. But as the signs say coming into the stronghold: no drinking water available. I would stay again for one or two nights for sure.
Christopher D
VerifiedJanuary 22, 2026 • Stayed at: Half Moon Ranch, Loop: HALF MOON RANCH
I enjoyed my stay- great location and amazing setting. Excellent privacy as the gate is lockable and the property is fenced. Superb views. The only minor ding is the water running from the tap and shower is hyper chlorinated to the point where I chose not to shower during the two nights I stayed. But as the signs say coming into the stronghold: no drinking water available. I would stay again for one or two nights for sure.
Teresa R
VerifiedJanuary 26, 2025 • Stayed at: Half Moon Ranch, Loop: HALF MOON RANCH
We had a great time hanging with family. Looking for wildlife? There were a lot of birds and deer. It was a bit chilly during our visit. So hanging out in the community areas was a bit cold even with a fire going. Bedrooms were comfortable. Most of us only got occasional pings on our phones- but a Verizon hotspot had occasional service... but not much. We will definitely return.
Teresa R
VerifiedJanuary 26, 2025 • Stayed at: Half Moon Ranch, Loop: HALF MOON RANCH
We had a great time hanging with family. Looking for wildlife? There were a lot of birds and deer. It was a bit chilly during our visit. So hanging out in the community areas was a bit cold even with a fire going. Bedrooms were comfortable. Most of us only got occasional pings on our phones- but a Verizon hotspot had occasional service... but not much. We will definitely return.
Location Half Moon Ranch
Address:
Douglas, AZ, 85625
United States
From Tucson: Take I-10 east to Exit #318 (Dragoon Road). Turn right onto Dragoon Road and travel for approximately 10 miles through the village of Dragoon to the Cochise Stronghold Road. Turn right on Cochise Stronghold Road and travel for approximately 6 miles to Ironwood Road. The paved road dead ends at Ironwood Road. Turn right, and travel for approximately 3 miles to the first creek crossing. The entrance to the Half Moon Ranch is on the left just beyond the crossing.
Half Moon Ranch is accessible via I-10, with the nearest exit being Exit #318 (Dragoon Road). From there, Dragoon Road leads to Cochise Stronghold Road, which connects to Ironwood Road.
Latitude & Longitude: 31.9464 / -109.955
Elevation: 1442 feet
Policies & Rules
General
- Pets are NOT permitted inside or outside the cabin. Unfortunately, due to a history of pet owners inadequately cleaning up after their pets, pets are no longer allowed. Forest Service staff have limited time to complete weekly cabin cleaning. Cleaning service is not cost effective due to the rural location of the cabins. Eliminating the need to vacuum pet hair, neutralize odors, and pick up poop frees up staff time to cleaning cabin amenities and address repair needs.
- Access to the house is through a locked gate; the gate has a combination lock, and the house key is located in a lock box on the kitchen door. The combinations for the gate and the lock box are provided once a reservation is made.
- A cabin manual is located inside the cabin to answer specific questions during your stay as well as provide you with information on recreation opportunities in the area.
- Cleaning service is NOT provided. Before leaving, renters are expected to clean the cabin; this includes washing dishes, sweeping and mopping floors, wiping down countertops, cleaning bathrooms & showers, and removing ALL trash.
- Guests MUST provide some of their own supplies including: food, sleeping bags, linens, pillows, towels, dish soap, matches, a first aid kit, toilet paper and garbage bags.
- Please do NOT flush anything but toilet paper to prevent clogs or damage to the septic system.
- Keep the building and grounds clean to deter squirrel, mice, rats, bears, and other wildlife from the area.
- Cell phone coverage is usually available in the general area, but may be unreliable in the cabin.
- Off-Highway vehicle users should be aware that East Cochise Stronghold has only one road for vehicles. Due to heavy traffic by passenger cars, trucks, RVs, and trailers, it is not recommended for off-road vehicle use.
- The house is located in a desert environment; please be aware that scorpions, snakes and other insects may be present at any time.
- The access road leading into the cabin is passable by passenger car, but high clearance vehicles are recommended.
- The cabin is a no-smoking facility.
- Reservation dates subject to weather conditions.
- This cabin does not honor Golden Passport Discounts.
- A helispot is located at the far west end of the pasture; emergency crews may periodically use this site for emergency rescue operations.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
