Rock Bluff Group Site
Coronado National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: Hereford, AZ, AZ
Price: From $45 per night
Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (19 reviews)
Season: May through October
Rock Bluff Group Site is just a short distance from Parker Canyon Lake in a remote and scenic region of the Coronado National Forest in southeastern Arizona. The site is open to groups of up to 50 people to enjoy camping and picnicking, as well as fishing and boating at the lake. Campers can enjoy an interpretive trail around the lake that begins a quarter-mile walk from Rock Bluff.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Fishing, Boat Launch
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Rock Bluff Group Site offers a scenic remote location near Parker Canyon Lake in Coronado National Forest with excellent group camping capacity (up to 50 people), recreational opportunities including fishing, boating, and an interpretive trail with wildlife viewing. Google reviews rate it 4.9/5 stars with campers praising the spacious layout, developed amenities, and proximity to the Arizona Trail.
Wildlife alert: Chihuahuan Black-headed Snake, Ridge-nosed Rattlesnake, and Chihuahuan Mountain Kingsnake verified in the area. Bald eagles regularly sighted.
Insider tips for Rock Bluff Group Site: Book early — federal campground with high demand Bring water buckets, portable shower, and extra blankets due to drastic temperature drops No cellular phone service at camp; plan accordingly
Skip Rock Bluff Group Site if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available at most sites. You require year-round access — seasonal operations only May through October. You need reliable cell service.
Best time to visit Rock Bluff Group Site: May-October — Official operating season per verified data.
Nearby campgrounds: Canelo Ranger Office (Sonoita, AZ), Reef Townsite Group Area (Hereford, AZ), Kentucky Camp Cabin And Headquarters Building (NOGALES, AZ), Kent Springs Cabin (NOGALES, AZ).
Cell Phone Coverage at Rock Bluff Group Site
Cell signal at Rock Bluff Group Site (Hereford, 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.
Rock Bluff Group Site is just a short distance from Parker Canyon Lake in a remote and scenic region of the Coronado National Forest in southeastern Arizona. The site is open to groups of up to 50 people to enjoy camping and picnicking, as well as fishing and boating at the lake. Campers can enjoy an interpretive trail around the lake that begins a quarter-mile walk from Rock Bluff.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedStraight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
federal campground with high demand
Bring water buckets, portable shower, and extra blankets due to drastic temperature drops
No cellular phone service at camp; plan accordingly
Official operating season per verified data
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmLocation
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
Getting there →
From Tucson, drive east on I-10 to the Arizona Route 83 exit. Drive south to Sonoita, and then continue on 83 for approximately 25 miles to Parker Canyon Lake. From Sierra Vista, travel through Fort Huachuca's west gate to State Route 83. Turn south and travel 10 miles to Parker Canyon Lake.
Campground entrance
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#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)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.
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