Happy Valley Saddle

A small rock lined fire ring with a sitting log on either side. Behind it is a forest of tall trees.
One of the campsites at Happy Valley Saddle · NPS
RVs
Not allowed
Fee
$8 / night
Coordinates
32.1540, -110.5185
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32.1540, -110.5185 · Park boundary: National Park Service

- 3 campsites (6 people max per site) *This campground is hike in only! This is the shortest hike to a campground, covering 3.9 miles and over 2000 feet of elevation gain. Water at this campsite is variable, only occurring during wet times. This campground offers a resting point to climbing Rincon Peak, and sits at an elevation of 6200 feet. There are many dangerous dead pine trees in the area, and this area is often affected by winter storms.

Every day
All Day

This campground is hike in only, and open 24/7. Reservations can be made on reservation.gov

Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04

General Camping Fee$8

All campsites have the same fee, $8 per campsite with a 50% discount to those with a senior or access pass ($4). Each campsite has a maximum capacity of 6 people per group, for groups larger than 6 an additional campsite must be reserved and paid for.

Senior Pass Holder Camping Fee$4

All campsites have the same fee, $8 per campsite with a 50% discount to those with a senior or access pass ($4). Each campsite has a maximum capacity of 6 people per group, for groups larger than 6 an additional campsite must be reserved and paid for.

Access Pass Holder Camping Fee$4

All campsites have the same fee, $8 per campsite with a 50% discount to those with a senior or access pass ($4). Each campsite has a maximum capacity of 6 people per group, for groups larger than 6 an additional campsite must be reserved and paid for.

Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04

RVs
Not allowed
Trailers
Not allowed

Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04

AddressTucson, AZ 85730
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