Calabasas

Coronado National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Nogales, AZ, AZ

Price: From $55 per night

Rating: 4.1 out of 5 (9 reviews)

Season: Year-round

Calabasas Group Campground is a place for groups of up to 250 people to enjoy scenery and privacy in a remote, natural setting. Weddings, family reunions and other social gatherings are especially popular during winter due to pleasant seasonal temperatures, yet it is open year-round. Calabasas is situated in Coronado National Forest in southern Arizona, home to a variety of ecosystems and recreation opportunities.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Drinking Water, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/calabasas to be notified when sites open up.

Calabasas Group Campground offers a remote, natural setting in Coronado National Forest near Peña Blanca Lake with scenic views and privacy. It accommodates groups up to 250 people and is open year-round.

Wildlife alert: American Hog-nosed Skunk, Red-tailed Hawk, Thornscrub Vine Snake, Thornscrub Hook-nosed Snake, and Western Black-necked Gartersnake verified in the area.

Insider tips for Calabasas: Book early as a federal campground with high demand. Located a short distance off Ruby Road near Peña Blanca Lake. Multiple recreation opportunities including fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing in Coronado National Forest.

Skip Calabasas if: You need hookups - no hookups available.. You prefer RV camping - only tent sites available (1 site total).. You are traveling with a small group - this is a group campground designed for large gatherings..

Best time to visit Calabasas: Winter — Pleasant seasonal temperatures make winter especially popular for weddings, family reunions, and social gatherings..

Nearby campgrounds: Kent Springs Cabin (NOGALES, AZ), Kentucky Camp Cabin And Headquarters Building (NOGALES, AZ), Canelo Ranger Office (Sonoita, AZ), Rock Bluff Group Site (Hereford, AZ).

Cell Phone Coverage at Calabasas

Cell signal at Calabasas (Nogales, AZ): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Nogales, AZ, AZ★ 4.1 (9 reviews)From $55/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Calabasas Group Campground is a place for groups of up to 250 people to enjoy scenery and privacy in a remote, natural setting. Weddings, family reunions and other social gatherings are especially popular during winter due to pleasant seasonal temperatures, yet it is open year-round. Calabasas is situated in Coronado National Forest in southern Arizona, home to a variety of ecosystems and recreation opportunities.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonYear-round
Stay limit14 days
Max RV22 ft
HookupsNo hookups.
PetsAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Drinking Water

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need hookups - no hookups available.✕ You prefer RV camping - only tent sites available (1 site total).✕ You are traveling with a small group - this is a group campground designed for large gatherings.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as a federal campground with high demand.

Located a short distance off Ruby Road near Peña Blanca Lake.

Multiple recreation opportunities including fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing in Coronado National Forest.

Best: Winter

Pleasant seasonal temperatures make winter especially popular for weddings, family reunions, and social gatherings.

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: American Hog-nosed Skunk, Red-tailed Hawk, Thornscrub Vine Snake, Thornscrub Hook-nosed Snake, and Western Black-necked Gartersnake verified in the area.

Location

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(520) 281-2296· Coronado National Forest
Getting there →

From Tucson, Arizona, take I-19 south for about 56 miles. Exit onto AZ 289 (Exit 12). Turn right (west) onto AZ Highway 289 (Ruby Road) and continue to the Pe Blanca Recreational Area. From Nogales, Arizona, take I-19 north for about 4.4 miles. Exit onto AZ 289 (Exit 12). Turn left (west) onto AZ Highway 289 (Ruby Road) and continue to the Pena Blanca Recreational Area.

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Coronado National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Coronado National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Calabasas cost per night?+
Calabasas costs $55 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Calabasas open?+
Calabasas is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Calabasas have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Calabasas?+
Calabasas can accommodate RVs up to 22 feet.
How do I make reservations at Calabasas?+
Calabasas is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Calabasas?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Calabasas is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Calabasas open, and what are check-in times?+
Calabasas is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$55 /night★ 4.1 (9)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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