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Reviews (702)
What Guests Are Saying
Rose Canyon Campground is praised for its cleanliness, beautiful surroundings, and friendly staff, making it a highly recommended destination for camping. Campsites are well-maintained, with ample shade and access to hiking trails and fishing opportunities. While some campers experienced noise from neighbors and minor issues with camp hosts, the overall atmosphere is peaceful, and many guests expressed a desire to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Rose Canyon Campground is praised for its cleanliness, beautiful surroundings, and friendly staff, making it a highly recommended destination for camping. Campsites are well-maintained, with ample shade and access to hiking trails and fishing opportunities. While some campers experienced noise from neighbors and minor issues with camp hosts, the overall atmosphere is peaceful, and many guests expressed a desire to return.
Review Summary
Alder N
VerifiedJuly 11, 2024 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: Sycamore
Awesome trip!! It was my first ever solo camping trip, and the campground was the perfect mix of busy and still private enough that I felt safe. Lovely weather for the most part, and I really enjoyed walking around the lake and birding! My only complaint is that the camp store was not open at 3:45ish on Sunday when I got there, but that was not a big deal.
Alder N
VerifiedJuly 11, 2024 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: Sycamore
Awesome trip!! It was my first ever solo camping trip, and the campground was the perfect mix of busy and still private enough that I felt safe. Lovely weather for the most part, and I really enjoyed walking around the lake and birding! My only complaint is that the camp store was not open at 3:45ish on Sunday when I got there, but that was not a big deal.
Michael A
VerifiedAugust 1, 2024 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: Green Mt. Loop
It was a a beautiful location, my dogs and I really enjoyed it
Michael A
VerifiedAugust 1, 2024 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: Green Mt. Loop
It was a a beautiful location, my dogs and I really enjoyed it
Elizabeth J
VerifiedAugust 4, 2024 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: Barnum
Such a lovely place and the rangers here were so kind!
Elizabeth J
VerifiedAugust 4, 2024 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: Barnum
Such a lovely place and the rangers here were so kind!
Braum S
VerifiedAugust 20, 2024 • Stayed at: 070, Loop: Black Bear Flats
My son and I had a great time. Everyone was super nice. Had no issues.
Braum S
VerifiedAugust 20, 2024 • Stayed at: 070, Loop: Black Bear Flats
My son and I had a great time. Everyone was super nice. Had no issues.
Erin M
VerifiedAugust 29, 2024 • Stayed at: 069, Loop: Black Bear Flats
We chose our site based on the online map. Once we arrived, we noticed the online map did not match actual campsites. Online there were only two on our side of the road but in actuality there were five. You have to park in an assigned spot and carry everything a short distance to your site which was a bit different than we had experienced. There was a semi steady stream of cars which was strange for a Tuesday through Thursday. One big white loud diesel truck passed about every hour which was very annoying- we were camping to get away from noise! One can hear everything going on in all campsites- snoring, coughing, talking. Site was well maintained, pit toilets were clean but I doubt we will return here because of the noise and how close the spaces are to one another.
Erin M
VerifiedAugust 29, 2024 • Stayed at: 069, Loop: Black Bear Flats
We chose our site based on the online map. Once we arrived, we noticed the online map did not match actual campsites. Online there were only two on our side of the road but in actuality there were five. You have to park in an assigned spot and carry everything a short distance to your site which was a bit different than we had experienced. There was a semi steady stream of cars which was strange for a Tuesday through Thursday. One big white loud diesel truck passed about every hour which was very annoying- we were camping to get away from noise! One can hear everything going on in all campsites- snoring, coughing, talking. Site was well maintained, pit toilets were clean but I doubt we will return here because of the noise and how close the spaces are to one another.
Location & Directions for Rose Canyon
10371 Rose Canyon Rd, Mt. Lemmon, AZ 85619 United States
Elevation: 2,220 ft
Getting There
From Tucson, Arizona, take Catalina Highway/Arizona Route 39 northeast. The campground is located between mile markers 17 and 18 on the Catalina Highway.
Highway access
Rose Canyon is accessed via Catalina Highway/Arizona Route 39, which connects to Tucson and is the main road leading to the campground.
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check out time
12PM
- Reserved sites are held until the day after your arrival, but must be occupied by checkout time to avoid forfeiture. Reservations cannot be modified after the start date.
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Site types & loops
- The campground has 6 designated RV-only sites with no hookups, and tents are not permitted on these sites.
- Pack animals and saddle stock are not allowed in the campground or picnic area.
Safety & rules
- Swimming and boating are prohibited in the lake.
- Caution is advised when traveling from lower elevations due to high elevation conditions.
Wildlife & food storage
- Secure all food and dispose of trash in provided trash cans to avoid attracting bears and other wildlife.
General
- The camp store is located south of campsite #73.
Fees & deposits
- Only cash and Arizona checks are accepted for payments; credit cards are not accepted.
Vehicles & parking
- Parking at the Amphitheater is limited: 4 vehicles for up to 50 persons, 8 vehicles for 51-90 persons, and 12 vehicles for 91-120 persons.
- Only one RV with a tow vehicle per RV site, or one vehicle per tent site is allowed. Extra vehicles incur a nightly fee.
Fires & fuel
- Fire restrictions may apply during hot, dry conditions, prohibiting campfires and charcoal fires.
- To prevent pests, obtain firewood near your destination and burn it on-site; do not move firewood.
Cancellation policy
- Refund requests incur a $10 processing fee, and the non-refundable reservation fee will not be returned.
Local regulations
- Additional information about the Coronado National Forest is available.
Site capacity
- The maximum trailer length allowed is 22 feet.
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Last updated: October 18, 2026
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