Chiricahua National Monument8
Campsite #8 at Bonita Canyon Campground, Chiricahua National Monument, AZ
$25
Campsite #8
| Drive-In | 8 people |
| 24 ft | Back-In |
| 2 | fair |
4/12
Campsite #8 Features: Drive-In access, Back-in parking, 24ft driveway, 20 amp hookup, Accessible, Food Storage Locker, Picnic Table, RV Site, Tent Site, Trailer Site, Pets Allowed
Campsite Reviews (25)
5.0 out of 5
| 5 star | | 56% |
| 4 star | | 28% |
| 3 star | | 8% |
| 2 star | | 4% |
| 1 star | | 4% |
@SudieS434B9739 · Camped on Feb 27, 2026 at Campsite #8
Great campground, and in grove of what appeared to be oak trees so theres lots of shade. They have running water in the bathroom, so the only improvement really would be if they had showers.
@JamesC4D8CB717 · Camped on Jan 8, 2026 at Campsite #8
This is our second time to stay at Bonita CG, and the second time weve left early because of rodent activity. The first time mice got into our RV and tore into a bag of snacks. This time all our food was in airtight containers but we found fresh rat droppings in our engine compartment. To avoid rodent damage to engine wiring or hoses, we packed up and stayed overnight in Willcox. We will not stay at Bonita CG again.
@AliceM9772628 · Camped on Jan 4, 2026 at Campsite #8
The campground is lovely and well cared for with the exceptions of: Many of The water spigots needed adjustment-very low flo. the womans toilet did not flush well (blockage somewhere?) and the bathroom is very small to serve so many. The staff is helpful and keeps the facilities clean.
No Service
@CarstenB941256 · Camped on Dec 27, 2025 at Campsite #8
Nice campground, but very tight & narrow & small, something to keep in mind! Quick walk to Visitor Center with free WiFi.
No Service
@LyndaBD1098BE0 · Camped on Dec 5, 2025 at Campsite #8
Lovely campground, the camp host were very nice
No Service
@MichaelB697476 · Camped on Dec 3, 2025 at Campsite #8
Excellent hikes and nice campground
Major Issues
@JamesP3218459 · Camped on Oct 20, 2025 at Campsite #8
Great place and very helpful and friendly host. We will be back!
No Service
@Jeannette23449 · Camped on Aug 2, 2025 at Campsite #8
My husband and I had an enjoyable time, it was somewhat peaceful, but with a loud crying baby for two of the evenings took away some of the peacefulness, along with our neighbor's dog who had no manners and barked at everyone who wandered by their site, yet babies will be babies. But all in all we enjoyed the stay and will be coming back. However there is one thing I want to mention. We camp with an SUV Tent and the tent pads are blocked with rocks...we did make it work, we were able to back our SUV up close enough even with those obnoxious barrier rocks resting outside the pad.
No Service
@JohnKaC647E58F · Camped on Jul 20, 2025 at Campsite #8
Great place to stay and view.hike the area. Regular rangers and volunteers were very friendly and helpful.
@KathrynF278383 · Camped on May 3, 2025 at Campsite #8
Gorgeous, clean site. Lovely camp host. Love coming here!
No Service
@HaroldOD98E2CF · Camped on Apr 28, 2025 at Campsite #8
Spots are little tight. Definitely i wouldn't take over a 19ft trailer. We loved the campground .Lots of shade. Reserved clean and flush toilets. Hosts were very informative.
No Service
@JereWCC69849F6 · Camped on Feb 23, 2025 at Campsite #8
Rangers were quite helpful at this national monument gem!Wonderful hikes, wildlife, twilights and night skies!
@StephenW3F8997 · Camped on Feb 17, 2025 at Campsite #8
Great campground inside the Monument. Sites are small and a challenge for larger or longer vehicles. There is no dump site, tank fill, electric hookups or shower facilities so plan ahead.
Major Issues
@RenRFE84415A3B · Camped on Feb 2, 2025 at Campsite #8
Wonderful desert campground, nice facilities, beautiful sunsets. Very clean and well maintained.
Some Coverage
@MikeK6232833 · Camped on Nov 21, 2024 at Campsite #8
The camp hosts were fantastic! The visitors center is awesome! Only issues we had was low branches in the campground and on road in.
Good
@NoelLF4C59B4B7 · Camped on Jun 28, 2024 at Campsite #8
Such a nice campground and limited to 25 spots. Though it could use another bathroom, the one and only was hardly full nor have a line. Nice trails and the Chiricahua National Monument are next to you. We got some rain but no biggie.....Lots of birds....Balanced Rocks and the history of the place were awesome.......Spot 8 is ADA and most spots have electric hook-up ONLY for Medical Devices....We'll be back....
Major Issues
@BarbGEF814DE92 · Camped on Apr 28, 2024 at Campsite #8
Lovely campground!
@JamesW5759385 · Camped on Apr 25, 2024 at Campsite #8
Scenic campground. Well maintained with plenty of trees. Flush toilets and running water is the bathroom sinks an added bonus.
Some Coverage
@CarolL4146824 · Camped on Apr 15, 2024 at Campsite #8
Beautiful campground I loved hiking the trails from there early in the morning.
No Service
@Christoph66606 · Camped on Mar 18, 2024 at Campsite #8
Pleasant campground in a beautiful park. This is the 2nd time I've camped here, and both times have been very enjoyable. While the sites have few amenities, they were generously spaced for each site to have relative privacy. The restrooms were clean & warm. I took advantage of the access to the nearby Bonita Creek Trail to enjoy an easy late afternoon hike down to the Faraway Ranch area and back.
No Service
@JanyceHF27D923 · Camped on Mar 1, 2024 at Campsite #8
Very nice campground and friendly host. The posts concerning camper size are important, as the trees and rocks determine that most campers over 25 will be challenged.
@TomZ2984196 · Camped on Jan 18, 2024 at Campsite #8
Gorgeous campground nestled along a creek within a diverse forest of conifer, live oak and cottonwood and other deciduous trees. A relatively busy place so its best to make reservations especially for a prolonged stay. Campsites are somewhat close to each other so be prepared to be cozy with your neighbors. Gregarious and friendly camp host. Bird life is profuse and fun to watch. Lots of jays and woodpeckers. Beware the jays for they are skilled scavengers and see your food as an opportunity. Great surroundings for hikers, birders and all outdoor enthusiasts. The geology is stunning to see. I attended a Park Service lecture and found out the unseen geology is also dynamic. My winter visit was fairly warm but keep in mind that I live in a very cold climate. Some may find the temperatures to be cold if they are from a warm climate. I am looking forward to visiting again.
@RobinP5132145 · Camped on Oct 29, 2023 at Campsite #8
Chiricahua National Monument is beautiful and is a wonderful oasis here in Southern Arizona. The campground was clean and well-maintained.Unfortunately, we had a disturbing encounter with Delores, one of the Campground Hosts when we stayed there October 29-30, 2023. We had reserved a campsite for two nights via Recreation.gov. A Campground Host, Delores, stopped by our site and told us that she had contacted law enforcement because we were stealing electricity. She said that we would probably be arrested and taken to jail in Tucson (about 120 miles away). She also said that our account would be flagged and we would be prevented from reserving sites in National Park Service locations in the future. I am not making this up.Delores was very rude and threatening to us. In the end, of course nobody from law enforcement showed up and our account has not been blocked. But, we left the next morning anyway because we just did not feel welcome.We have camped at hundreds of locations over the years and never encountered anything like this. Very disappointing.
No Service
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