Within Apache National Forest, Coal Creek Campground provides a roadside camping option with Forest Service amenities including pit toilets, fire rings, and picnic tables. The campground sits directly along the main road, creating some traffic noise throughout the day, though vehicle volume remains relatively light.
Sites lack clear markings, making the exact number uncertain, but campers find fire rings and barbecue grills at established spots. Trees provide substantial shade during hot desert conditions, though visitors should prepare for no cell phone coverage. The area attracts side-by-side enthusiasts due to nearby trail access, and an unofficial dispersed camping area east of the main campground accommodates larger RVs without amenities. Campers exploring the region can find additional campgrounds around Apache National Forest throughout the forest system.
Description
This small campground, set under large ponderosa pine and oak trees, is conveniently located near the Arizona/New Mexico state line. It is a popular rest stop for travelers on AZ Hwy 78. Coal Creek flows nearby seasonally.
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Location
Public CampgroundCoal Creek Campground is located in Arizona
Directions
Located 19 miles southeast of Clifton on US 191 and AZ 78.
Coordinates
33.10316412 N
109.06144228 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 35 min from Sierra Vista, AZ
- 2 hrs 37 min from Tucson, AZ
- 2 hrs 39 min from Las Cruces, NM
- 3 hrs 22 min from El Paso, TX
