Rough switchbacks and unpaved roads lead to this forested campground along Soldier Creek in the Coronado National Forest. The challenging access route requires careful navigation and higher clearance vehicles, with RVs limited to 22 feet maximum length.
Sites include picnic tables and fire rings, though campers must bring their own water as none is available on-site. The US Forest Service operates the campground from April through November, providing vault toilets and trash service. For additional options, campers can explore campgrounds near Coronado National Forest or check out Cunningham Campground located nearby with potentially easier access.
Description
Soldier Creek Campground Campsites at Soldier Creek (map) are nestled in a forest grove where large granite boulders sculptured by the forces of nature help separate the sites and add to the area’s scenic beauty. Just a short walk from camp, an abrupt drop-off provides good views of the lower slopes of the Pinalenos, of the Aravaipa Valley and the Galiuro and Winchester mountains. Soldier Creek is especially popular with campers during mid-summer because it is one of the coolest areas on the mountain. The area is also popular with the mountain’s large black bear population, so be doubly careful with food and garbage. Bear Warning: To avoid putting a bear’s life in danger and risking the loss of some of your own property, please dispose of all garbage in the bear-proof containers provided. Also, remember to keep all food out of reach and out of sight of these curious and powerful animals.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundSoldier Creek Campground is located in Arizona
Directions
In Safford, AZ, at intersection of US Rt. 70 (5th St.) and US Rt. 191, take Rt. 191 south for 7.4 miles to State Rt. 366. Turn right onto Rt. 366 and go 29.5 miles to campground sign. Turn left at sign and go 0.1 miles to campground
Coordinates
32.69883068 N
109.92065055 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 39 min from Sierra Vista, AZ
- 2 hrs 41 min from Tucson, AZ
- 3 hrs 56 min from Las Cruces, NM
- 4 hrs 10 min from Phoenix, AZ




