Within Coronado National Forest, Showers Point Group Site operates as a US Forest Service facility designed for organized camping groups. The site accommodates up to three large groups simultaneously, with each area featuring a ramada equipped with a fireplace. Campers access the location via rough roads, and the facility prohibits RVs entirely.
The group site provides running potable water and well-maintained restroom facilities. Multiple hiking trails branch out from the area, and the forested setting near a lake supports fishing activities. For additional options, see campgrounds near Coronado National Forest. Reservations are available for the April through October season at $114 per stay.
Description
Overview
The cool shade of tall ponderosa pines and an overlook of Palisade Canyon from the campgrounds edge make Showers Point Group Site a popular place for groups to spend a weekend or an afternoon. Visitors can relax in shaded campsites, picnic at nearby Rose Canyon, hike and mountain bike on nearby trails or take a scenic drive on Catalina Highway.
Recreation
Within easy walking distance from Showers Point is one of the most scenic overlooks in the Santa Catalinas. From this towering bluff visitors can see the lower slopes of the Santa Catalina Range and the Santa Cruz Valley stretching toward Mexico. Tall, pyramid-shaped Mt. Wrightson of the Santa Rita Mountains stands prominent on the horizon. Visitors enjoy hiking through the Santa Catalina backcountry, via the Palisade Trail that departs near the campground. The trail drops down the southwestern slopes of the mountain range to the popular Sabino Canyon Recreation Area. Fishing is also available at the nearby six-acre Rose Canyon Lake. A day-use fee is applicable at Rose Canyon
Facilities
The three group campsites at Showers Point are well spread out over this spacious location and include large, leveled tent pads and picnic shelters. Each site is tent-only for up to 25 guests. The facility is equipped with water faucets and toilets.
Natural Features
Showers Point Group Campground sits high on the slopes of the Santa Catalina Mountains at 7,700 feet. Because of its elevation, it can be much cooler than the lower-elevation campgrounds in the area. The campsites are spacious and spread out among stands of big ponderosa pines and clusters of Gambel oak. 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
Catalina Highway, also known as General Hitchcock Highway and Sky Island Scenic Byway, is the only paved road that leads to the upper reaches of Mt. Lemmon and the Santa Catalina Range. It is one of the most scenic highways in the southwest and provides a popular day trip. Other notable attractions include Saguaro National Park, Sabino Canyon and Colossal Cave.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (520) 314-0069.
Reservation Info
Reservations can be made for this campground can be made at Recreation.gov. Walk-ins welcome if space is available at group fees.
No trailers allowed, no spaces for RVs.. Pack and saddle stock are not permitted in the campground. A large area of Pusch Ridge Wilderness is closed to dogs from January to April for the protection of desert bighorn sheep
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundShowers Point Group Site is located in Arizona
Directions
From Tucson, Arizona, go northeast on Catalina Highway approximately 30 miles from Tucson until just before Milepost 20. Turn left on Organization Ridge Road and travel 1.2 miles to Showers Point.
Address
CORONADO
AZ
Coordinates
32.4083333 N
110.7205556 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 4/3/26
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 1 hr 6 min from Tucson, AZ
- 1 hr 52 min from Sierra Vista, AZ
- 2 hrs 50 min from Phoenix, AZ
- 3 hrs 54 min from Prescott Valley, AZ
