Kent Springs Cabin
Coronado National Forest — hiking
Location: NOGALES, AZ, AZ
Price: From $150 per night
Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (92 reviews)
Season: May through October
Kent Springs Cabin is located in the Madera Canyon Recreation Area, 15 miles southeast of Green Valley, Arizona in the Coronado National Forest. Located in an area boasting unique natural features and historical sites, the secluded and private cabin is an ideal location for guests seeking relaxation and recreation although less than an hour from Tucson.With 1,500 square feet of indoor space, including two bedrooms, one full bathroom, two living rooms, and a fully-equipped kitchen, the Kent Sprin
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 0%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Electric Hookups, Firewood for Sale
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Secluded cabin in Madera Canyon Recreation Area with excellent hiking trails and natural features, less than an hour from Tucson. Google reviewers praise it as a beautiful place with great value.
Wildlife alert: Ringtail, Collared Peccary, White-nosed Coati, Masked Bobwhite, Rufous-capped Warbler, Broad-billed Hummingbird, Rivoli's Hummingbird, Chihuahuan Mountain Kingsnake, Arizona Ridgenose Rattlesnake, and Gila Monster present in the area.
Insider tips for Kent Springs Cabin: Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability Bring basic cleaning supplies as cabin condition depends on previous guests Plan hiking around Madera Canyon's well-known trails with multiple difficulty levels
Skip Kent Springs Cabin if: Expecting hookups — no hookups available at this site. Need camping outside May through October — seasonal operations only. Traveling in large groups — only 1 site available.
Best time to visit Kent Springs Cabin: Fall or Spring — Great hiking conditions and respite from desert heat; May through October seasonal operation.
Nearby campgrounds: Kentucky Camp Cabin And Headquarters Building (NOGALES, AZ), Canelo Ranger Residence (Sonoita, AZ), Calabasas (Nogales, AZ), Rock Bluff Group Site (Hereford, AZ).
Cell Phone Coverage at Kent Springs Cabin
Cell signal at Kent Springs Cabin (NOGALES, AZ): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
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.
Kent Springs Cabin is located in the Madera Canyon Recreation Area, 15 miles southeast of Green Valley, Arizona in the Coronado National Forest. Located in an area boasting unique natural features and historical sites, the secluded and private cabin is an ideal location for guests seeking relaxation and recreation although less than an hour from Tucson.With 1,500 square feet of indoor space, including two bedrooms, one full bathroom, two living rooms, and a fully-equipped kitchen, the Kent Springs Cabin accommodates up to 8 people comfortably. It also has a large deck overlooking a creek, and parking is available on site.
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early as this is a federal campground with limited availability
Bring basic cleaning supplies as cabin condition depends on previous guests
Plan hiking around Madera Canyon's well-known trails with multiple difficulty levels
Great hiking conditions and respite from desert heat; May through October seasonal operation
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From the intersection of I-10 and I-19 in Tucson, travel south on 1-19 about 35 miles to the Continental Road exit (Exit 63) in Green Valley, Arizona. Turn left (east) onto Continental Road and go approximately 1 mile to the junction with the Madera Canyon/White House Canyon Road. Turn right (southeast) and travel approximately 14 miles into Madera Canyon. Stay on the paved road. The signed access road to the cabin is the second left past the Madera Kubo Bed and Breakfast
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- 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.
- Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.
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