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Coronado National Forest › Douglas Ranger District › Arizona
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› Half Moon Ranch
› Campsite #1
Campsite #1 at Half Moon Ranch, AZ
$150
Cabin Site #1
| Drive-In | 10 people |
| 100 ft | Back-In |
| 2 | fair |
3/10
3/15
Campsite #1 Features: Drive-In access, Back-in parking, 100ft driveway, Picnic Table, Cabin Site
Campsite Reviews (25)
5.0 out of 5
| 5 star | | 80% |
| 4 star | | 16% |
| 3 star | | 0% |
| 2 star | | 4% |
| 1 star | | 0% |
@HeatherR735151 · Camped on Feb 14, 2026 at Campsite #1
Beautiful spot to watch the stars, hike and learn the history of the area. Great place!
@LindaH1671742 · Camped on Feb 11, 2026 at Campsite #1
Wonderful ranch house. Screen door needs fixing badly. Campground is closed so be prepared to park outside the gates and walk-in to the trail heads. Pond teaming with birds and fish.
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@Christoph76639 · Camped on Jan 14, 2026 at Campsite #1
I enjoyed my stay- great location and amazing setting. Excellent privacy as the gate is lockable and the property is fenced. Superb views. The only minor ding is the water running from the tap and shower is hyper chlorinated to the point where I chose not to shower during the two nights I stayed. But as the signs say coming into the stronghold: no drinking water available. I would stay again for one or two nights for sure.
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@TeresaR5842699 · Camped on Jan 17, 2025 at Campsite #1
We had a great time hanging with family. Looking for wildlife? There were a lot of birds and deer. It was a bit chilly during our visit. So hanging out in the community areas was a bit cold even with a fire going. Bedrooms were comfortable. Most of us only got occasional pings on our phones- but a Verizon hotspot had occasional service... but not much. We will definitely return.
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@PeggyM2002705 · Camped on Dec 26, 2024 at Campsite #1
Lovely home for a group. 6 was just perfect. Two bedrooms with baths and 2 futons in living room. Plenty of cookware and dishes. The woodstove in the livingroom helped keep us warm and comfortable (fireplace in dining room is not maintained). The pond out front was great for birdwatching and the Bench trail was nice for sunrise and sunsets.
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@LindaH1671742 · Camped on Apr 7, 2024 at Campsite #1
More cleaning supplies and maybe clean out the shop vacuum once in a while because no one else did. The suction was so bad I did a mediocre job cleaning it out.
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@SethR7903874 · Camped on Apr 2, 2024 at Campsite #1
Lovely peaceful cabin very close to wonderful trails. Lots of dirt roads for biking too. My only complaints are the fully equipped kitchen has only 1 drinking glass and there is no heat in the kitchen or dining room, I had to turn the oven on to warm up the kitchen one cold morning.
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@JosephC1997223 · Camped on Mar 30, 2024 at Campsite #1
Great location. Very easy location with great accommodations for multiple families.
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@KateH4574741 · Camped on Mar 24, 2024 at Campsite #1
Halfmoon Ranch was a delight. It rained 2 of the 3 days we stayed, but it was enjoyable watching the storms through the picture window in the kitchen. It was a bit chilly. The baseboard heaters are okay for the bedrooms, but the living room, dining room and kitchen were very cool. I would recommend some space heaters for the winter months. The ranch is very large and with only 2 people, it was an awful lot to clean for the next tenants. The 2 dogs loved roaming the large fenced yard and exploring the lot with us. The windmill needs oiling, it can be very loud and creepy at night. It just adds to the atmosphere! I think it would be an excellent place for a retreat with friends or family.
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@PeggyT6EE1EE18 · Camped on Mar 18, 2024 at Campsite #1
Wow what an amazing place. I stepped out of the car and was amazed at the cabin and the view behind it of the Dragoon Mountains, so much better than the pictures on the website. The cabin was not a cabin at all but a house that was as big as my house. The rooms were all big, spacious, and comfortable. It was just my husband and I and our two dogs. The dogs had a blast because the yards were so big, great for playing ball and frisbee. We basically went to relax but did hike around the property and up to the bench on the hill for the awesome vistas. The kitchen was well equipped except a toaster would have been a nice addition. The place is very private, the only drawback was the traffic on the dirt road that goes back to some cabins and a campground. The road isnt too close and the people driving by cant see you in the yard but the road sure kicks up a lot of dust which youll notice when you sweep up before leaving. We got a laugh out of the squeaky windmill, I think its haunted because every time we walked away from the cabin it would start squeaking for us to come home, like something out of a Stephen King book. We will definitely come back!
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@CynthiaB470794 · Camped on Feb 16, 2024 at Campsite #1
Great cabin! A little dusty, but awesome location and distribution. Close to great hiking. Lovely pond with what appears to be invasive species. Well stocked. Bring swifter wipes, if you'd like. Just a few plastic glasses available. Plenty of dishes etc
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@JohnK6536193 · Camped on Jan 29, 2024 at Campsite #1
Half Moon Ranch is a lovely spot with good access to the Stronghold. Been here a few times and always enjoy the birds and wildlife.It would be nice if the native grass was restored in the areas east of the ranch house where the new sidewalks went in.And, bring your dishwashing soap!And maybe leave a new container there for the next guests.JPK
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@JasonV3302702 · Camped on Dec 30, 2023 at Campsite #1
The stay was great! Very glad the baseboard heaters all worked. We had a great visit and cant wait to come back
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@ElsaW3428907 · Camped on Dec 18, 2023 at Campsite #1
Such a beautiful place ! The ranch house is lovely and very comfortable. We hope to return often!
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@KyleB8650944 · Camped on Dec 5, 2023 at Campsite #1
This place is so amazing and one of my favorites I have ever been to. So much room for bigger group. I didn't want to leave and. can't wait to return!
@DrewC3714854 · Camped on Nov 20, 2023 at Campsite #1
Half Moon Ranch provides a unique opportunity to stay in a historic building close to one of the southwest's most scenic canyons. The ranch is a bit rustic, as it should be, but still very comfortable. Definitely worth a stay but please don't tell anyone else about this special place.
@RachelS6363728 · Camped on Nov 13, 2023 at Campsite #1
Absolutely perfect
@PilarM42C4F4FB · Camped on Oct 9, 2023 at Campsite #1
What a majestic place! Highly recommend renting this cabin if you want a step up from tent camping but don't want glamping.
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@JanW2093656 · Camped on May 8, 2023 at Campsite #1
There was white pet hair on the furniture and all over the floors. No one had moped or sweep and there isn’t a vacuum to clean up the pet hair on the futons. I’m allergic to cats and dogs! Other than that it was a beautiful area.
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@KelseyY7589566 · Camped on Apr 21, 2023 at Campsite #1
Clean, beautiful views, nice rooms.
Major Issues
@JasonP8367262 · Camped on Dec 28, 2022 at Campsite #1
Amazing place! It is VERY helpful to read the cabin manual located in a binder on shelf in family room on arrival.
Major Issues
@PattyG9118726 · Camped on Dec 6, 2022 at Campsite #1
Second time here and warm and cozy. Family had a good time.
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@LindaH1671742 · Camped on Oct 24, 2022 at Campsite #1
The cabin was very warm and cozy. The pond has a variety of birds. The trail to the bench is very overgrown and we couldn't find it. Also if you want the bathrooms cleans there needs to be a toilet brush and cleaner.
Easy to get to. Close to the trailhead for the Stronghold.
Easy to get to. Close to the trailhead for the Stronghold.
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