Round the Mountain Campground is located near the rugged terrain of southeastern Arizona. Temperatures can range from highs in the 90s during summer to lows in the 30s in winter. Nearby attractions include the Chiricahua National Monument and the Coronado National Forest, offering opportunities for hiking and exploring.

Located in an oak woodland at an elevation of 5,200 feet, Round-the-Mountain campground is pleasant year-round. This campground includes 3 campsites, a restroom, horse corrals, and a trailhead.

Round the Mountain Campground

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This tiny little campground is perched on the side of the road in another of AZ's Sky Islands. Just 3 campsites, not big enough for large RV’s, though Hamlet-sized trailers and camper vans are fine.  

Passable pit toilets available for use, but no drinking water. Each tiny site had a picnic table, fire ring, and bear box. A beautiful creek down the hill from the campground had crystal clear water for filtering and washing up.  Completely FREE and first-come, first-served!

Great hiking around the whole area, complete with snowy peaks in early April and waterfalls. Saw many road cyclists riding up the very steep, winding road, as it is lightly traveled. This sky island s a great place to head in the summer when the desert is too hot to enjoy it.

Closest town with supplies and services is Safford, AZ, about 20 minutes north.

Tiny Spot, Beautiful Views

This would be perfect if it wasn’t so close to the road. You get loud traffic noise.

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