Chiricahua National Monument18
Campsite #18 at Bonita Canyon Campground, Chiricahua National Monument, AZ
$20
Campsite #18
| Drive-In | 8 people |
| 38 ft | Back-in |
| 2 | weak |
6/8
Campsite #18 Features: Drive-In access, Back-in parking, 38ft driveway, Food Storage Locker, Picnic Table, RV Site, Tent Site, Trailer Site, Pets Allowed
Campsite Reviews (25)
4.0 out of 5
| 5 star | | 68% |
| 4 star | | 16% |
| 3 star | | 8% |
| 2 star | | 4% |
| 1 star | | 4% |
@Rickp8849110 · Camped on Apr 27, 2025 at Campsite #18
A must see for everyone.
@AliceM9772628 · Camped on Feb 19, 2025 at Campsite #18
It was not easy to use Rec.gov to get reservations. You cannot get internet at the campground and it is not clear how to use the app. The camp host was considerate and helpful. The campground was clean and quiet
@howardg5666670 · Camped on Feb 3, 2025 at Campsite #18
Wonderful hiking trails through magical pinnacles. Sweet, peaceful campground.Kind hosts.
@meredithm97244 · Camped on Jan 2, 2025 at Campsite #18
Camped in site 18 and was initially concerned that the water spigot next to my site was leaking. Turns out, it's a great draw for wildlife! Got to see Mexican jays, white-breasted nuthatches, acorn woodpeckers, bridled titmice, spotted towhees, and western bluebirds, as well as deer and those skampish coatis!
@JoanH4402928 · Camped on Dec 14, 2024 at Campsite #18
Loved this site and this campground and this park! What a gem - we'll be back. A reminder: THIS IS AN INTERNATIONAL DARK SKY PARK. DO NOT BRING EXTERIOR STRING LIGHTS ETC. LEAVE THEM AT HOME FOR YOUR HOUSE IN YOUR NON-DARK-SKY neighborhoods.
@AlbertaJCD2E84 · Camped on Nov 29, 2024 at Campsite #18
Had spot #18 fit our Winnebago 22R and our chevy trax with room to spare. Lots of wildlife and did not scrap motorhome coming in or going out. quiet and peaceful, wonderful weekend.
@RogerC4303359 · Camped on Oct 31, 2024 at Campsite #18
The campground is beautiful with lots of wild life. We had deer and coatis drinking at the water tap next to our campsite. There are terrific views from the top of the ridge.
@ThomasM8282631 · Camped on Apr 25, 2024 at Campsite #18
Park is beautiful located at the base of the mountain and start of the valley trail.
@DennyHE9F36F87 · Camped on Mar 21, 2024 at Campsite #18
Excellent location to Monument. Amenities are minimal but location makes up for a lot. Site 18 was big enough for our 25' Airstream and 22' van parked in front of the trailer. We did not drag the ground at the creek crossings but have a 3" lift on the Airstream.
@CynthiaP784303 · Camped on Mar 19, 2024 at Campsite #18
Sites too close together and camp neighbors pushy and overly sensitive. We had a hearing impaired person with us who talked loudly in order to communicate. We did not talk beyond the posted quiet hours but camp neighbors were not patient with our situation and were very rude to us. Not a great experience
@JoeS9925475 · Camped on Feb 29, 2024 at Campsite #18
Camp Host (Roy) had 3 barking sniveling whining dogs in his camper unattended when he wasn't in his camper, (Campground rules state: no pets left unattended) He also had a 3' fence outside his camper door approx 10'x30' diameter! ( campground rules state: pets MUST be on a leash when outside! WHAT A DAM HYPOCRITE! GO AHEAD, LOOK UP THE RULES!
@johnj3134199 · Camped on Jan 21, 2024 at Campsite #18
Campsite was sloped and proved difficult to level trailer. Steady rain turned the site into mud. Bathrooms were clean and had flush toilets. Site had grey water dump stations within walking distance from each campsite. Plenty of wild life viewing and hiking available from the campsite.
@TifanyPD7A37D6 · Camped on Dec 27, 2023 at Campsite #18
Quiet and close to trails
@tomw9760406 · Camped on Nov 13, 2023 at Campsite #18
One of our favorite places to camp and hike.
@JoanneB8983045 · Camped on Nov 8, 2023 at Campsite #18
We stayed at #18 - across from the Host. It was a clean and quiet place. Beautiful time of the year. Nice campsite along the wash. Despite the amount of camper vans etc, and people with their dogs there was no generator or dog sounds disturbing us. Were were tent camping. Only issue was the smoke from campfires drifting into our tent which was quite strong. But it did not last. Restrooms were very clean.
@RaulR2C37FFEBF · Camped on Oct 5, 2023 at Campsite #18
Lots of wildlife!
@BridgetO86BAD1 · Camped on Jun 13, 2023 at Campsite #18
Very nice, quiet, peaceful, and clean camp ground. We did some fun and great hiking in the Chiricahua’s and then relaxed at our campsite.
Definitely recommend.
Definitely recommend.
@CarolynB215464 · Camped on May 19, 2023 at Campsite #18
This campground and my site #18 in particular are lovely. I enjoyed the beautiful surroundings of the canyon and the wildlife (I made friends with a Mexican Jay who let me take its picture.) I only stayed one night and did not take advantage of the amenities. But this is a pretty and private camping experience I enjoyed. The sites are small and would only lend themselves to small campers and tents. Fires were not permitted. There isn't a place nearby to buy anything, so I'm glad I had everything I needed when I arrived.
@AnneS282 · Camped on Jan 16, 2022 at Campsite #18
We visited in mid-January and made the drive to the Whitewater Draw Nature Reserve to see the migrating Sandhills Cranes. Definitely worth the trip!
@BrittonB223 · Camped on Dec 29, 2021 at Campsite #18
Beautiful little campground.
@PiotrG728 · Camped on Dec 19, 2021 at Campsite #18
Beautiful, peaceful campground. Great shade and tree coverage.
@LESLIED385 · Camped on Nov 24, 2021 at Campsite #18
This is one of our favorite campgrounds in Arizona. Historic buildings, nicely spaced sites, water, gray water dump, great hiking. We stayed in #18 this time and it was lovely.
@CharlesC519 · Camped on Nov 23, 2021 at Campsite #18
A fire pit would have made the experience much better...lovely spot
@SusanG165 · Camped on Oct 31, 2021 at Campsite #18
The simplicity of the campground was beautiful. The host , Catherine, was cheery and helpful and the entire atmosphere was perfect. The campground itself is sheltered by some hills and the cellphone reception was very rare. It was good for me to spend 4 nights offline, reading in the evenings. There is an open WiFi network in the Visitor Center.
@LaurieF193 · Camped on Oct 18, 2021 at Campsite #18
Amazing campground, with incredible hikes and views close by. Loved the Coatimundi, the white tailed deer, and the fact that generators are not allowed!
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