Rose Canyon Campground

in Coronado National Forest

The managing agency’s description mentions a closure. Read it below and confirm before you drive out.

The numbers that decide it

Longest rig
Not published
Sites
77
Electric hookups
Not published
Pull-through sites
Not published
Paved access
Yes
Accessible sites
2
Driveway grade
Not published
Bear boxes
Yes
Campfires
Yes
Shade
Yes
Group sites
3

Site-level detail from Recreation.gov, checked 2026-08-05. Where a field says “not published”, the agency has not published it — it does not mean zero. See it on Recreation.gov

Rose Canyon Campground

Rose Canyon Campground features 73 campsites, half of which may be reserved . There are 3 RV loops. Campsites are spacious, spread out among stands of big ponderosa pine and clumps of Gambel oak in a cool forest setting. Each campsite has a picnic table, grill, firepit and bear box. We do have wildlife in the campground. A hosts or employee will give each guest a campground map (trail maps upon request), rules, and safety information. During rainy seasons, Rose Creek meanders through the area to Rose Canyon Lake at the lower end of the campground. This six-acre lake is sheltered by trees, and offers a pleasant setting for a walk, relaxing, or fishing for stocked trout . There are short hiking opportunities near the lake including a handicapped-accessible path from the lower parking area to a floating dock near the dam. The Campground Store is located next to Lake parking lot and is open Thursday - Sunday, 10am-5pm, Memorial Day through Labor Day. After Labor Day through October, the Store is open Saturday and Sunday, 10-4pm. The store carries fishing supplies including poles and licenses, camping supplies, and a sundry of grocery items including ice cream and ice. If the store is closed, you can still purchase ice and firewood through the camp host. When the campground itself is closed for the season, around November-March, the area is still open for woodland walks, wildlife watching, and fishing. Please remember, however, that in the off-season the gates will be closed and locked, so no garbage service is provided and no water is available. If you visit then, be sure to pack out everything you pack in.

Before you go

Season

April – October

Reservations

First-come, first-served

Fees

Camping fee is $28.00 per night for single sites. No more than 6 people per numbered site, including children and visitors. Double Family site is $46.00. Vehicles (up to 6 people) are $11.00 per vehicle. Extra persons, walk-ins, and bicycles are $1.00 each. Firewood is $8.00 per bundle/bag. Annual day use passes can be purchased for $65.00. Day use is $11.00. The Interagency Senior and Access Pass is good for a 50% discount on camping fee only. Payable with cash or check.

Hours

Check-in is at 2 pm and check-out is at 11 am.

Restrictions

RV Camping is 22 feet and less. No hook-ups. Tents, trailers to 22 ft; and small motor homes permitted. No boats or swimming is allowed in the lake. Pets must be on a leash. Pack and saddle stock are not permitted in campground or picnic area. Bear boxes must be used. Noisy generators are not allowed. No generators between 10 pm-6am (quiet time). No generators in tent camping areas.

Accessibility

Site 16 is accessible for guests with disabilities and is located on Green Mountain Loop. Guests must have an accessible parking placard or license plate.

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