Stockton Pass
Coronado National Forest — hiking
Location: Safford, AZ, AZ
Price: From $25 per night
Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (5 reviews)
Season: Year-round
Named after "Old Man Stockton," a rancher who settled in this area in the 1870s, Stockton Campground lies off the beaten path in the high desert of the Pinaleño Mountains in southeastern Arizona. Groups of up to 30 people can come here to camp and enjoy hiking, picnicking and wildlife viewing. The facility is located on a beautiful scenic drive with panoramic views of the mountains.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: AT&T.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Firewood for Sale
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Located in the scenic Pinaleño Mountains with panoramic views, Stockton Pass offers hiking, wildlife viewing, and a leisurely scenic drive on SR 266. The remote, high-desert setting provides a tucked-away camping experience.
Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, American Elk, Mount Graham Red Squirrel, Mexican Spotted Owl, and White-nosed Coati present in the area
Insider tips for Stockton Pass: Book early as this is a popular federal campground Firewood is available for purchase on-site Group sites can accommodate up to 30 people
Skip Stockton Pass if: You need water hookups or utility hookups. You require modern bathroom facilities. You need reliable water sources for creek activities.
Best time to visit Stockton Pass: Year-round — Campground operates year-round per verified data.
Nearby campgrounds: Lower Twilight Group Site (Safford, AZ), Upper Arcadia (Safford, AZ), Treasure Park - East (Safford, AZ), Upper Hospital Flat Group Site (Safford, AZ).
Cell Phone Coverage at Stockton Pass
Cell signal at Stockton Pass (Safford, AZ): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: AT&T.
- AT&T 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.
Named after "Old Man Stockton," a rancher who settled in this area in the 1870s, Stockton Campground lies off the beaten path in the high desert of the Pinaleño Mountains in southeastern Arizona. Groups of up to 30 people can come here to camp and enjoy hiking, picnicking and wildlife viewing. The facility is located on a beautiful scenic drive with panoramic views of the mountains.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early as this is a popular federal campground
Firewood is available for purchase on-site
Group sites can accommodate up to 30 people
Campground operates year-round per verified data
Things to do nearby
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LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: AT&T.
Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Safford, Arizona: Take State Route 191 south for 17 miles. Turn right onto State Route 266 and continue 12 miles to the Stockton Pass Campground (MM 116.5) on the right. The campground is past the second cattle guard. From Tucson, Arizona: Take I-10 East for 90 miles. Take exit 352 for State Route 191, and turn left toward Safford. Drive 17 miles north and turn left on State Route 266. Continue 12 miles to the Stockton Pass Campground (MM 116.5) on the right. The campground is past the seco
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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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