State Park
Madera Canyon Picnic Area
Coronado National Forest · Madera Canyon, AZ
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- Coronado National Forest — official page
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- Address:Madera Canyon, AZ
About
The northwest face of the Santa Rita Mountains is made of a large dent by Madera Canyon. It gives relief to desert dwellers during the hot months and allows access to snow during the winter. The extensive trail system of the Santa Rita Mountains is easily accessed from the Canyon's campground and picnic areas, which is a world-famous location for bird watching. The history of Madera Canyon is long and colorful. The Friends of Madera Canyon have a booklet that can be requested at the gatehouse. If you are interested in joining the group, please write to Friends of Madera Canyon. This area is accessible to people with disabilities.
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Amenities
Picnic Tables
Trash Service
Pet Policy
Pets allowed on leash
Campground Rules
- No campfires allowed
Within ~30 miles
Trails near Madera Canyon Picnic Area
Trail
Bog Springs Trail
Arizona
2.8 mi1,024 ftgain
Moderate
Trail
Bog Spring to Sylvester Spring Loop
Arizona
4.4 mi1,949 ftgain
Difficult
Trail
Kent Spring Trail 156
Arizona
5.3 mi2,096 ftgain
Difficult
Trail
Dutch John Spring
Arizona
1.8 mi948 ftgain
Moderate
Trail
Madera Canyon Nature Trail
Arizona
5.3 mi1,401 ftgain
Moderate
Trail
Mount Wrightson Nature Trail
Arizona
6.7 mi1,745 ftgain
Difficult
Hunt context
Hunting unit around this campground
During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the Arizona hunting page
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