Rock Bluff Group Site
Campground
Closure in the area
There's a closure order in Sierra Vista Ranger District. It doesn't name Rock Bluff Group Site, so check the source for the area it covers.
Flux Canyon Closure
Agency closure covering Sierra Vista Ranger District · Order 03-05-03-26-012 · USFS · Sierra Vista Ranger District
Border Barrier Construction Closure
Agency alert covering Coronado National Forest · Order 03-05-00-26-011 · USFS · Coronado National Forest
No Fire Restrictions
Agency alert covering Coronado National Forest · USFS · Coronado National Forest
Barfoot Snake Closure Order 03-05-01-24-004
Agency alert covering Coronado National Forest · USFS · Coronado National Forest
As of · Source: USFS · Sierra Vista Ranger District. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.
Overview 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. Recreation Campers can enjoy an interpretive trail around the lake that begins a quarter-mile walk from Rock Bluff. Trailside benches are located at some of the best wildlife viewing areas. Bald eagles are regularly sighted during the winter, and osprey are sometimes seen migrating through the area in the fall.For those who like to fish, Parker Canyon Lake offers both cold and warm water species, including stocked rainbow trout and resident bass, sunfish and catfish. Boating is available with a limit of one 10-horsepower motor or less. Day use fee $8/day or $10/week Facilities The camping area consists of three sites with two tables and two campfire rings each. Tables and grills are clustered on small, walled patios. The facility provides trash collection and toilets. Natural Features The group camping area sits at an elevation of 5,400 feet in a small, rocky canyon dotted with oaks and junipers. Animals unique to the southwest, such as coatimundi, javelina and roadrunners, occasionally make appearances around the lake. The Coronado National Forest covers 1.78 million acres of southeastern Arizona and southwestern New Mexico. Elevations range from 3,000 to 10,720 feet in 12 widely scattered mountain ranges, or "sky islands," that rise dramatically from the desert floor, supporting biologically diverse plant communities. Nearby Attractions A lakeside developed recreation site, including a boat ramp, fishing pier, general store and boat rentals, is located just a short drive from the group area. Day use fee $8/day or $10/week per vehicle (pay on site with exact amount) or pay online ahead of time at https://www.recreation.gov/sitepass/74388 We also honor all America The Beautiful national passes for day use. Passes must be clearly displayed when in Day Use Areas.
Rock Bluff Group Site
Campground
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Best months: March–May and September–November. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.
Jan
58° / 28°
4 wet
Feb
61° / 31°
4 wet
Mar
66° / 34°
4 wet
Apr
73° / 38°
2 wet
May
82° / 46°
2 wet
Jun
90° / 56°
4 wet
Jul
87° / 61°
12 wet
Aug
85° / 60°
14 wet
Sep
83° / 54°
8 wet
Oct
77° / 44°
4 wet
Nov
66° / 34°
3 wet
Dec
56° / 29°
4 wet
Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Canelo 1 Nw, AZ, 9.7 mi away at 5,010 ft. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.
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