Reviews for this site — 001, Loop: KENTUCKY CAMP CABIN AND HEADQUARTERS BUILDING

4.2
(61 reviews)

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Jim R Verified
Stayed date
Sep 2024

What an incredible weekend! What an incredible step into past AZ history! The Kentucky Camp cabin was perfect for staging a starting point for a great MTB day ride. The cabin is super basic but exactly what we were looking for. I would suggest following the recommendations on the Kentucky Camp site for things to bring and be prepared for. In addition, a fire starter/lighter is a smart thing to throw in. BBQ is rough but very serviceable. You need a lighter to get it started. AZ Trail nearby is great hike. I would recommend the Passage 4/5 sections. Great path by historic Flume trail area. In addition, Sierra Vista is a 45 minute drive but Tombstone Brewing is well worth it! Great spot for Beer and food.

Fil K Verified
Stayed date
Apr 2024

Cabin located in remote area; When it rains heavily, the road gets muddy and some vehicles might struggle driving through; The heating worked well and the cabin was warm (at night, the temps. dropped to about 40°F); Visible (Verizon) had no coverage until you got back about 300 yds. up the road (to the hill); Some cooking utensils, plates, glasses were available, but it is definitely worth bringing some to the cabin; Drip coffee maker was there, but we haven't used it so cannot say if it works; Bring your own cookware, camping stove; Keep in mind the fridge is quite small (think mini-bar at a hotel room), albeit it works quite well; There are mice in the cabin - bring some disinfectant spray / wipes; There is a shower cabin outdoors, but no running water there - just the space to wash yourself using water from some sort of canister; Vault toilet was clean and had some toilet paper, but I recommend you bring your own; The area is wonderful to wander about; Bisbee is about 90 mins. away - definitely worth a visit;

Patricia M Verified
Stayed date
Mar 2024

Great place to disconnect. Enjoyed interacting and feeding AZT hikers.

Joe C Verified
Stayed date
Jan 2024

The cabin at Kentucky Camp is fantastic, and we enjoyed our stay very much. It's rustic, historic, and very interesting. The heaters worked well (very necessary for January nights), there were simple but useful tools for modest cooking, and overall the space was just as we expected it to be. Namely, like staying at an old backwoods hunting-camp type setting. Do not expect luxury! The cabin is old and rickety, there are mice around, the sheets are of dubious cleanliness (BRING YOUR OWN SLEEPING BAG), and the sink and pit toilet are outside. All of this is part of the very charm that we were seeking in staying there.

rachel s Verified
Stayed date
Jan 2024

Peaceful and quiet

Grant A Verified
Stayed date
Jan 2024

Kentucky Camp is a gem. It's not luxurious, but it doesn't advertise itself as such. It's got everything you need and is only a 20 minute drive from Sonoita and lots of wineries. The house is cozy and the beds are comfortable. Sure, there are mice, but that's to be expected for a 100+ year old building. The Arizona Trail runs right past the cabin and we met a few hikers - one we even knew from back home! A nice part about the cabin is that there's no traffic driving past since the road is gated .2 miles from the cabin. Highly recommend for those who enjoy simple living.

Craig M Verified
Stayed date
Dec 2023

It's not camping. It's not glamping (thank goodness). It's in between cuz the beds are basic and you do them up yourselves. You cook outside no matter the weather (the new grill is great btw) though there is a hotplate...it's definitely 1950's vintage. Microwave is functional. It was chilly this time around and the pilot light on the heater was out, but the electric heaters were adequate. Temps in the 40's late November. We bring our banjos up cuz the adobe block kitchen is wonderful acoustically. Makes a great mini-recording studio.

Toni G Verified
Stayed date
May 2023

Awesome! Has everything. Right on a road & the AZT

David H Verified
Stayed date
Mar 2023

We had a great experience at Kentucky Camp. The cabin is rustic, but very comfortable. The cabin was clean but I would recommend you take sheets or blankets to cover the mattresses (assuming you are using a sleeping bag). The porch and rocking chairs were very nice after a day of hiking. And, the camp host was a great host and answered all of our questions.

Patty R Verified
Stayed date
Jan 2023

The cabin was quaint and clean. The toilet didn't smell and was also clean. The porch provided a great viewing area for the sunrise and sunset. There were adequate cooking and cleaning supplies. The only downfall was that the refrigerator didn't get that cold.