Rock Bluff Group Site
Campground · Arizona · 1 bookable site ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Coronado National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 1
- Bookable site
- up to 50
- People per site
- 5,443 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Rock Bluff Group Site is just a short distance from Parker Canyon Lake in a remote and scenic region of the Coronado National Forest in southeastern Arizona. The site is open to groups of up to 50 people to enjoy camping and picnicking, as well as fishing and boating at the lake.Recreation
Campers can enjoy an interpretive trail around the lake that begins a quarter-mile walk from Rock Bluff. Trailside benches are located at some of the best wildlife viewing areas. Bald eagles are regularly sighted during the winter, and osprey are sometimes seen migrating through the area in the fall.
For those who like to fish, Parker Canyon Lake offers both cold and warm water species, including stocked rainbow trout and resident bass, sunfish and catfish. Boating is available with a limit of one 10-horsepower motor or less. Day use fee $8/day or $10/week
Facilities
The camping area consists of three sites with two tables and two campfire rings each. Tables and grills are clustered on small, walled patios. The facility provides trash collection and toilets.Natural Features
The group camping area sits at an elevation of 5,400 feet in a small, rocky canyon dotted with oaks and junipers. Animals unique to the southwest, such as coatimundi, javelina and roadrunners, occasionally make appearances around the lake.The Coronado National Forest covers 1.78 million acres of southeastern Arizona and southwestern New Mexico. Elevations range from 3,000 to 10,720 feet in 12 widely scattered mountain ranges, or "sky islands," that rise dramatically from the desert floor, supporting biologically diverse plant communities.
Nearby Attractions
A lakeside developed recreation site, including a boat ramp, fishing pier, general store and boat rentals, is located just a short drive from the group area.
Day use fee $8/day or $10/week per vehicle (pay on site with exact amount) or pay online ahead of time at https://www.recreation.gov/sitepass/74388
We also honor all America The Beautiful national passes for day use.
Passes must be clearly displayed when in Day Use Areas.
The facts
- Season: Year-round — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
- 1 bookable site
- Up to 50 people per site
- Loops: ROCK BLUFF GROUP SITE
Site types
- 1 Group Standard Area Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Grills
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups.
1 campsite at Rock Bluff Group Site
Check-in 3:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ROCK BLUFF GROUP SITE | Group Standard Area Nonelectric | — | — | — | 50 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From Sierra Vista, travel through Fort Huachuca's west gate to State Route 83. Turn south and travel 10 miles to Parker Canyon Lake.
31.43389, -110.45278 · 31°26'2.0"N 110°27'10.0"W
Typical weather
Typically 90°F in Jun, down to 56°F in Dec.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 58 | 61 | 66 | 73 | 82 | 90 | 87 | 85 | 83 | 77 | 66 | 56 |
| Low °F | 28 | 31 | 34 | 38 | 46 | 56 | 61 | 60 | 55 | 44 | 34 | 29 |
| Precip in | 1.6 | 1.1 | 0.8 | 0.4 | 0.2 | 0.6 | 4.3 | 3.6 | 1.6 | 1.0 | 0.9 | 1.6 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 9.7 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Rock Bluff Group Site
- Can you reserve a site at Rock Bluff Group Site?
- Yes, Rock Bluff Group Site is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Rock Bluff Group Site have?
- 1 site.
- Are pets allowed at Rock Bluff Group Site?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Rock Bluff Group Site.
- Are campfires allowed at Rock Bluff Group Site?
- Campfires are allowed at Rock Bluff Group Site. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Also listed by
Rock Bluff Group Site also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Rock Bluff Group Site's operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- Group site: $50 plus $10 per vehicle. Reservation required; reserve the site online at Recreation.gov .
Restrictions:
- No cell service. No utility hookups. Firewood is not available at this site; please bring your own firewood or charcoal. Tree-cutting is prohibited.
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Contact
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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