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Alamo Canyon Road, Ajo, AZ, 85321
National Park ServiceLast Updated: November 26, 2025
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Campground Overview
Introduction
Alamo Canyon Campground is a secluded, four-site campground nestled against rocky mountains at the mouth of Alamo Canyon. This primitive campground features picnic tables, grills, a tent area at each site, and a vault toilet located near bulletin boards. It is only for tent camping or small car camping; no RVs, trailers or generators are allowed.
Campsite Details
Operating Hours
Open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. You can self-register 24 hours a day at the campground.
Weather
Winter temperatures are mild, with daytime highs in the 60s and lows in the 40s. Summer temperatures are hot, with daytime highs often exceeding 110F.
Amenities
Trash & Recycling Collection
Toilets
Directions
Campground is located at the end of the Alamo Canyon Road. Road junction with Highway 85 is located halfway between milepost 65 and 66 on the eastern side of the highway. There is no road sign. The road begins on the north side of the concrete bridge that crosses the wash. Road is suitable for all cars.
Rates & Fees
Alamo Canyon Camping Fee
Fee is per site, per night.
Alamo Canyon Campground- Senior/Access Rate
Holders of the Interagency Senior or Access pass are entitled to half price camping.
Rules & Regulations
Fire/Stove Policy
Fires are prohibited.Regulations Overview
Length of stay is limited to 7 consecutive days. Campers must park in the space provided at their assigned campsite. Checkout time is 11am. Generators are not allowed. Fires are prohibited.Accessibility
Wheelchair Access
There are no ADA campsites, although the sites are flat and level.
Cell Phone Information
Cell reception is spotty and dependent on carrier. AT&T doesn't work in this area; Verizon works best.
RV Allowed
No
RV Information
No RVs or trailers are allowed.
RV Maximum Length
0
Additional Information
Campground is very popular in the winter time, so booking ahead of time on Recreation.gov is highly recommended.
Trailer Maximum Length
0
ADA Information
The restroom (vault toilet) is ADA accessible and open 24 hours. Accessible parking is available near the restroom on a paved pad.
Trailer Allowed
No
Access Roads
Unpaved Roads - All vehicles OK in good weather
Classifications
Limited Development Campground
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