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Bonita Canyon Campground is located in Chiricahua National Monument, also known as the "Wonderland of Rocks". Visitors love Chiricahua for its stunning rock columns (hoodoos), hiking trails, and bird watching opportunities.__ NOTE: Vehicles and RV's longer than 24 feet are NOT permitted on the scenic drive beyond the campground. Trailers are not permitted on the Scenic Drive. See campground regulations and map.__ __
Chiricahua National Monument offers 17 miles (27 km) of day-use hiking trails. Birders frequent this site for the diversity of species that reside in or migrate through the area. Enjoy sweeping views of the surrounding valleys and mountain ranges which make for stunning photography opportunities at Massai Point, the end of the 8-mile (13 km), paved scenic drive. No backcountry camping is permitted in the park. The Coronado National Forest surrounds Chiricahua and may offer dispersed or other camping opportunities as well as reservations for developed campgrounds.
IMPORTANT: Total maximum length for Vehicle + trailer or RV is 29 ft (9 m) and only a few sites will accomodate RVs. Please confirm that the length of campsite is long enough for both your trailer and vehicle before booking. Most sites are narrow and will not accommodate side by side parking. Some sites are difficult to back into due to sharp angles.__Crossing the two creek bed dips can be difficult for longer vehicles. See campground map.__ Utility (electricity, water, sewer) hookups are not available. There are no dump stations (the closest is in Willcox, AZ). An individual campsite will accommodate a maximum of 8 people, 2 vehicles, and 2 tents. All vehicles must be parked within the campsite driveway. Parking is not available or permitted on shoulders of campground road and overnight parking at other parking areas within the Monument is not permitted.____ Site #8 is reserved for accessible needs only and has an electric utility box for connection of medical equipment only.__ The restroom has flush toilets and cold water sinks but no showers. Potable drinking water faucets are provided. The park prohibits filling RV or trailer water tanks.__ All sites have a picnic table, raised grill, food storage box, and tent pad. Please bring your own firewood or charcoal. Use of raised portable fire pans is permitted. Hanging of hammocks or any items from trees or other vegetation is not permitted. Quiet hours are from 8:00 p.m to 8:00 a.m. with no generator use or other loud noises allowed during this time.__ There isn't any camping for people with horses or horse trailers within the park. Please check opportunities for Horse Riding & Camping within the Coronado National Forest.__
Set in a pine and oak forest, Bonita Canyon Campground provides an atmosphere of relaxation. Most campsites are well shaded and have views of Bonita Creek which is dry most of the year,__
The park visitor center is open daily, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Mountain Standard Time (except Thanksgiving Day and December 25). Inside you will find interactive exhibits about the cultural and natural history of the park, plus a Western National Parks Association store.__ Visitors may explore Faraway Ranch , originally the Erickson family pioneer homestead, converted into a 20th century guest ranch by the family daughters and currently an historic site. For more information visit the Chiricahua National Monument website. ____ Nearby Fort Bowie National Historic Site, Coronado National Memorial, the Coronado National Forest, Portal/Cave Creek, Tombstone, Bisbee, and Willcox are additional places visitors to Chiricahua may also enjoy exploring.
Bonita Canyon Campground is located in Chiricahua National Monument, also known as the "Wonderland of Rocks". Visitors love Chiricahua for its stunning rock columns (hoodoos), hiking trails, and bird watching opportunities.__ NOTE: Vehicles and RV's longer than 24 feet are NOT permitted on the scenic drive beyond the campground. Trailers are not permitted on the Scenic Drive. See campground regulations and map.__ __
Chiricahua National Monument offers 17 miles (27 km) of day-use hiking trails. Birders frequent this site for the diversity of species that reside in or migrate through the area. Enjoy sweeping views of the surrounding valleys and mountain ranges which make for stunning photography opportunities at Massai Point, the end of the 8-mile (13 km), paved scenic drive. No backcountry camping is permitted in the park. The Coronado National Forest surrounds Chiricahua and may offer dispersed or other camping opportunities as well as reservations for developed campgrounds.
IMPORTANT: Total maximum length for Vehicle + trailer or RV is 29 ft (9 m) and only a few sites will accomodate RVs. Please confirm that the length of campsite is long enough for both your trailer and vehicle before booking. Most sites are narrow and will not accommodate side by side parking. Some sites are difficult to back into due to sharp angles.__Crossing the two creek bed dips can be difficult for longer vehicles. See campground map.__ Utility (electricity, water, sewer) hookups are not available. There are no dump stations (the closest is in Willcox, AZ). An individual campsite will accommodate a maximum of 8 people, 2 vehicles, and 2 tents. All vehicles must be parked within the campsite driveway. Parking is not available or permitted on shoulders of campground road and overnight parking at other parking areas within the Monument is not permitted.____ Site #8 is reserved for accessible needs only and has an electric utility box for connection of medical equipment only.__ The restroom has flush toilets and cold water sinks but no showers. Potable drinking water faucets are provided. The park prohibits filling RV or trailer water tanks.__ All sites have a picnic table, raised grill, food storage box, and tent pad. Please bring your own firewood or charcoal. Use of raised portable fire pans is permitted. Hanging of hammocks or any items from trees or other vegetation is not permitted. Quiet hours are from 8:00 p.m to 8:00 a.m. with no generator use or other loud noises allowed during this time.__ There isn't any camping for people with horses or horse trailers within the park. Please check opportunities for Horse Riding & Camping within the Coronado National Forest.__
Set in a pine and oak forest, Bonita Canyon Campground provides an atmosphere of relaxation. Most campsites are well shaded and have views of Bonita Creek which is dry most of the year,__
The park visitor center is open daily, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Mountain Standard Time (except Thanksgiving Day and December 25). Inside you will find interactive exhibits about the cultural and natural history of the park, plus a Western National Parks Association store.__ Visitors may explore Faraway Ranch , originally the Erickson family pioneer homestead, converted into a 20th century guest ranch by the family daughters and currently an historic site. For more information visit the Chiricahua National Monument website. ____ Nearby Fort Bowie National Historic Site, Coronado National Memorial, the Coronado National Forest, Portal/Cave Creek, Tombstone, Bisbee, and Willcox are additional places visitors to Chiricahua may also enjoy exploring.
