General Hitchcock Campground, near Tucson, Arizona, is a cozy spot that’s perfect for a quick escape into nature. With a handful of sites nestled among the pines, it offers a nice balance of privacy and accessibility, making it a solid choice for tent camping or RVs.

The campground is known for its cooler temperatures compared to the city, which can be a refreshing change, especially during the summer months. Visitors have mentioned the lovely hiking trails nearby, providing great views and a chance to stretch your legs after setting up camp. One camper noted, “The weather here is 10-15 degrees cooler than the city,” which is a big plus when you’re looking to beat the heat.

While the amenities are basic, you’ll find picnic tables and fire rings at your site, perfect for evening gatherings. Some campers appreciate the proximity to a small creek, adding a nice touch to the scenery. Just keep in mind that the sites are relatively close together, so if you’re after solitude, you might want to choose your spot wisely. 

If you’re looking for a weekend getaway with friends or family, General Hitchcock Campground offers a laid-back atmosphere and a chance to reconnect with nature. Just remember to pack your winter gear if you’re heading out during the colder months!

This small, sheltered campground is tucked away just off the Catalina Highway, along the rocky streambed that forms the floor of upper Bear Canyon. Campsites are nestled under a canopy of ponderosa pines, junipers and oaks. Some sites are located right along Bear Creek among large rocks. The Creek generally only flows during rainy periods or during the Spring snowmelt, but be vigilant of flash floods.

General Hitchcock Campground

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This campground was actually pretty good. it was better than I expected and my boyfriend actually didn't want to come to this one. There are 11 sites and are spaced pretty close together so privacy is a no in this campground. There is no supervision of these campgrounds so sometimes there is loud music playing. The sites are 10 dollars a night and some of the sites are near a creek which was filled with water when I was there. The site was a little dirty with cans and cigarette butts on the floor 

I have stayed there multiple times, and every time that i have people bring their dogs to run in the woods. No leashes and no poop bags. i have had to clean up stranger's dog poop in front of my tent.

Basic and messy

This sky island campground in Mt Lemmon is perfect for a quick weekend getaway from Tucson. The weather here is 10-15 degrees cooler than the city. This campground is small, with tent sites tucked away between pine trees. A vaulted bathroom is at the center of the parking lot. 

Perfect tent camping spot

Great place for a weekend, I went with a couple a friends if you go prepared with winter gear you won’t be cold, hiking trails are great and near campsite. Great views.

Great place for a weekend 

There are about 14 camp sights, some right by the little river that forms during snowfall. 
We camped at site 6, right across from the restrooms. Has some nice boulders to tuck your tent away in, and no really close neighbors. Seems like the rest of the sites you have neighbors right next to you, basically sharing a camp. We like to be as far away from others as possible lol. Light traffic in and out and the sites are right near the road. Decent spot for 20 dollars a night. We chose this spot because our normal spot at camp molina basin campground we closed for the summer

Small, neat little camp

stayed 1 night here in December. we were 1 of 2 groups there so very peaceful. toilet was well maintained and stocked. there must have been a shooting range nearby because there were shooting noises from midnight to 3am. $20 per night. 

clean

No service on campground very nice place to get away and relax if the campground is busy sometimes it gets loud 

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