Catalina State Park Campground

Super Walmart and other shopping and bike paths right outside front gate make this a good convenient park to visit. Paved level RV parking spots. Loop A restroom being rebuilt; however, walking paths connects to facilities in Loop B. Good restrooms with hot showers. Note warnings about potential flooding on main road might strand campers for a few days... check weather forecast and be prepared. Would definitely stay again.

This place is very difficult to get into and when you arrive you know why….. It’s a beautiful camping place with magnificent views of the mountains. The birdlife is amazing and there are great hiking trails Dog friendly Electric and water Very good visitor centre with knowledgeable staff We managed to get a cancellation but our site was right next to the bathrooms with little privacy We will be back and make sure to book well in advance next time

Not great if your in a tent. Surrounded by rvs. Nice seeing but highway noise and neighbors up until 2am when I asked t them nicely to take it in the trailer. Women's bathroom had 2 toilets backed up and smelled bad. I was hoping for less lighting in the area for star gazing.

Delightfully peaceful and large area with desert hikes and access to nearby network of paved bike paths across Tucson. Stayed for almost 2 weeks and there are stores, bike shop everything outside the park if needed. During evening we had spotty cellular (Verizon) so cell tower may have been overloaded (Nov 2024). Weekends had reptile exhibit run by volunteers which was fun for kids and adults. Would go back in a heartbeat.

If you like desert camping, this is a beautiful park tucked up against the Santa Catalina Mountains. The campsites have electric and water. They are spaced far apart. There are many hiking and mountain biking trails but not many have shade. So it is hot, even in late October. There are Ironwood trees in the campground so some sites have shade. Bathrooms are dates but clean. Showers ok - no adjustment for hot water but the water temp was ok. I would have liked it hotter but it wasn’t cold.

Easy . 50$ for hookup water / electric. Communal Dumpstations on grounds. Coyotes and some weird desert squirrels . Trails for mountain biking . Grills

Would recommend this campground. Clean lots of trails to hike or bike. No sewer hookup but does have electric and water. Campground was full but still very quiet. I have already reserved again next month

Great roomy spots. Terrible ant problem.

Had a quick stay here but was still able to see some. It’s AZ so it’s always hot, just prepare for that. The hiking trails and history are amazing here. Showers and bathrooms well maintained. It did rain pretty good as we were rolling in so the ants were…insane. They were everywhere.

I travel to Tucson from Phoenix on a regular basis. CSP is close enough to get to my destinations and it provides scenery and views comparable to $400 a night resorts in the same vicinity. Plus I can camp and do my astrophotography at the same time.

We've stayed here on 3 different trips to the SW, 2019,2020 & 2023. A very nice break from the remote, amenity-less places we usually camp. It's a great place to resupply, dine out, see the sights, clean up and relax in the Arizona sunshine while gazing a the Santa Catalina Mountains. 

There is some hiking including guided Ranger led tours. Lots of birds, coyotes and a whole lot of giant saguaro cactus. In spring at least, there is water, sometimes a lot.

I find that some of the sites are well spaced, some with stunted trees which could provide more shade once they leaf out. We've never had that experience with all out visits coming in March or early April.

We're not much for big campgrounds or RV Parks but this one works for us. It has however gotten, like everywhere else, EXTREMELY HARD to reserve a site, especially one of the better ones.

One other note - Wood fires are not allowed!! We use a propane Firebowl there.

Very nice campground with great views of the mountains, hiking, and biking around Oro Valley on road bike. Easy access to the loop trail. It was low 30s in the mornings (February). Bathroom and showers in loop A were coolish.

Well kept Campground north of Tucson. We stayed in 3 different sites because we made last minute reservations. Great hiking and biking. Birds everywhere, fun to watch.

This place is the best!! Paved sites, clean bathrooms , showers (free) great walking trails Loved everything about this place

Stayed for a full week in March 2022. Sites had water and electricity (30 amp). Spaces were large, open, had fire ring and picnic bench. Paved, level.  The views are spectacular!   The advantage of this campground is that it is close to urban amenities, there is a shopping center just across the road from the park entrance. Hiking, biking & horse trails abound.  On Saturdays there are nature camp events in the park.  Will stay here again when in Tucson area.

Absolutely love this campground. Quiet, peaceful, beautiful views, friendly staff.

I have stayed here a twice and enjoyed both visits. Bathrooms are clean and all sites are well maintained. No wood fires are allowed but you can bring a propane fire pit. Plenty of trails are nearby.

Beautiful state park campground. Huge, level, paved sites. All the sites in the B loops have water and electric( 20A, 30A, and 50A). Picnic table and bbq. No fire pits. Dump station near exit of loops and another near state park entrance. Nice selection of pull through and back-in sites. We had a back-in on outer edge and had beautiful views. Plenty of space between sites and with clever positioning and trees, you have some privacy. Was very quiet (with the exception of the coyote's at sundown 👍) Nice clean bathrooms and showers. Many sites have some trees that may provide some needed shade in warmer months. Great hiking and biking in park. Bicycle paths in Oro Valley area are also awesome.

Separate dry (area a) and hook up areas (area b) first come first serve. $ 30 full hook up includes entry fee. Showers. Lots of birds. Little free library. Friendly folks all round.

Walmart nearby DOES NOT allow overnight. Did not check out amenities but the campground had roomy sites and is very well groomed. Everyone was friendly. Filled fresh tank at campsite. Dump station very clean. Great mountain biking-50 mile trail- in park.

Peaceful, quiet, and some of the best hikes ever. The view amazing each morning.

Great location in the park with full hookups. Just be warned off its rains heavy, roads will flood.

Easy to find great access large sites

Two of us camped together in a group area with one other couple. Beautiful sunset. Coyotes howling. Good company over the fire pit. Great shower facilities

Me and my family did a 1 day tent camping trip to Catalina state park. And we all absolutely loved it there. The bathrooms are super clean, the staff was very helpful. The camping sites are great, lots of space. Would definitely recommend a trip to Catalina state park.

Campground has two loops one with hook ups and one without hook ups Plenty of hikes,or just pretty walks easy to more difficult. Late winter and spring have great temps getting warmer as the days lead to summer temps. Close to shopping, restaurants and more.