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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
Jenna R
VerifiedJuly 1, 2026 • Stayed at: 069, Loop: Black Bear Flats
Nice location off the street.
john l
VerifiedJune 30, 2026 • Stayed at: 039, Loop: Sycamore
I enjoyed the location of my camp site at the Sycamore Canyon loop. It was very nice to have areas designated as "only tent camping" and "only RV". At other camping sites I have been to I felt crammed in between large RV's with my little dome tent. However, at other campgrounds the bathroom facilities were much nicer than Rose Canyon, and water was more accessible. That being said, the array of hiking trails on Mt. Lemmon is wonderful, and I greatly enjoyed my hike to Incinerator Ridge trail, and peak, and then to the Mt. Bigelow summit. The folks up the road about 3 mi at the National Forest Ranger info cabin were very helpful with maps, and hiking suggestions. All told, it was a very enjoyable 2 night stay! And don't forget your binoculars -- the night sky viewing was fantastic!
Jacqueline M
VerifiedJune 24, 2026 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: Barnum
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Jamie C
VerifiedJune 22, 2026 • Stayed at: 050, Loop: Red Tail
Great campground hosts. Beautiful site. My only complaint was noisy generators being used to run my neighbors air-conditioners all day long running all day.
Gwendolyn B
VerifiedJune 19, 2026 • Stayed at: 044, Loop: Willow edge
I would have given it a 5 except that the vault toilet stunk horribly and had flies and trash in it. It was not cleaned all weekend we were there and having been here before I know it does not always smell so bad. The good news is that while the water was not able to be used the last two years we were there, this time it was!
Donovan P
VerifiedJune 18, 2026 • Stayed at: 063, Loop: Rose Peak
Nice campground beautiful weather-
George A
VerifiedJune 18, 2026 • Stayed at: 048, Loop: Red Tail
Easy access at site and quick setup. Pit toilets were immaculately clean. Even fussy wife was happy!
Tristan G
VerifiedJune 8, 2026 • Stayed at: 062, Loop: Rose Peak
Great huge campground. A little colder than I expected for late May, but still great
Mary C
VerifiedJune 7, 2026 • Stayed at: 041, Loop: Willow Canyon
Beautiful spot
Deborah P
VerifiedJune 7, 2026 • Stayed at: 073, Loop: Black Bear Flats
We really enjoyed being close to the lake and because it was still pretty cold in the mornings, the lower altitude gave us a bit warmer mornings. The campsites on the left side of the road nearest the lake seemed to be pretty close together.
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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