Established Camping
Idlewilde Campground
Idlewilde Campground, near San Simon, AZ, is situated in a region characterized by flat desert terrain. The area experiences temperatures ranging from 30°F in winter to 100°F in summer. Visitors can explore the Chiricahua National Monument and Fort Bowie National Historic Site, both located within an hour's reach.
Description
National Forest
Idlewilde Campground Idlewilde Campground is the first campground you encounter as you enter Cave Creek Canyon from the east. Cave Creek Canyon is well known for its spectacular scenery and excellent birding. In addition, a short distance from the entrance, you’ll find the trailhead for the Cave Creek Nature Trail, which spans the lower Cave Creek Canyon from Sunny Flat Campgoundto the Silver Peak Trailhead. Sites at Idlewild are best suited for camping in tents, vans, or pickup truck campers. No trailers are permitted. Note: Black bears are common in the area.
Location
Idlewilde Campground is located in Arizona
Directions
From Rodeo, NM, take State Rt. 80 east 21 miles to State Rt. 533. Turn left onto Rt. 533 and go 7.8 miles to "Y" intersection (Forest Rt. 42). Bear left onto Rt. 42 and go 1.7 miles to Idlewild sign. Turn right at sign into campground
Coordinates
31.89800058 N
109.16100075 W
Access
Stay Connected
- WiFiAvailable
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobilePoor
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
