Soldier Creek Campground
Campsites at Soldier Creek ( map ) are nestled in a forest grove where large granite boulders sculptured by the forces of nature help separate the sites and add to the area’s scenic beauty. Just a short walk from camp, an abrupt drop-off provides good views of the lower slopes of the Pinaleños, of the Aravaipa Valley, and the Galiuro and Winchester mountains. Soldier Creek is especially popular with campers during mid-summer because it is one of the coolest areas on the mountain. You can access the upper trailhead of Grant Goudy Ridge #310 from the south end of campground near the host site. Note: Black bear area.
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Amenities & rules
| Equipment | Tents |
| Fees | Single site: $20. With Golden Age/Access or Interagency Senior/Access pass $10. Payable with cash or check. |
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Season | April 15 to November 14 |
| Forest | Coronado National Forest |
| Booking | Reservations are not accepted. |
| Fees | Single site: $20. With Golden Age/Access or Interagency Senior/Access pass $10. Payable with cash or check. |
| Rules | Vehicle restrictions: Vehicles (including trailers) longer than 22 feet are not recommended because of the difficulty of negotiating the switchbacks on AZ 366. This area is not accessible by vehicle from November 15 to April 15 when the Swift Trail is closed for the winter. Early or late snow may extend the inaccessible season. |
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Getting there
| Coordinates | 32.6992° N, 109.9200° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Gila Outdoor ↗ | 13.9 mi |
| RV sales & service | Trek RV ↗ | 15.7 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
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Trails nearby
- under 0.1 miGrant Goudy Ridge ↗6.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.6 miAsh Creek ↗5.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.6 miWebb Peak2.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.6 miDeadman Highline ↗5.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.6 miBlair Canyon ↗5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.7 miGrant Creek ↗6.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.6 miColumbine Corrals Trailhead ↗Coronado National Forest
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
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Historic landmarks nearby
Guidebooks for Arizona
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- Best Backpacking Trips in Utah, Arizona, and New MexicoMike White and Douglas Lorain, 2016Find at Bookshop.org
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Soldier Creek Campground?
No. Soldier Creek Campground is first-come, first-served. Reservations are not accepted. Sites are taken on arrival and paid at the fee station.
Source: Forest Service
How much does it cost to camp at Soldier Creek Campground?
Single site: $20. With Golden Age/Access or Interagency Senior/Access pass $10. Payable with cash or check.
Source: Forest Service
Is Soldier Creek Campground open right now?
Open as of Oct 26, 2026. Season April 15 to November 14.
Source: Forest Service status
Can I bring an RV to Soldier Creek Campground?
Soldier Creek Campground is listed for tents only.
Source: Forest Service
What if Soldier Creek Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Columbine Corrals Campground (0.6 mi, first-come), Cunningham Campground (2.1 mi, first-come), and Riggs Lake (2.5 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby