Details
Tucson, AZ, 85730
National Park ServiceLast Updated: November 12, 2025
Table Of Contents
Campground Overview
Introduction
- 5,300 feet elevation - 3 campsites (6 people max per site) *This campground is hike in only! Grass Shack is a great campground that offers shade from large oaks. The biggest watershed in the Rincon mountains (Chimenea Creek) runs through and by the campground, providing water most of the year. Fires are not allowed here as this campground is in a fragile, riparian ecosystem surrounded by a thick grassland.
Campsite Details
Operating Hours
This campground is hike in only, and open 24/7. Reservations can be made on reservation.gov
Amenities
Trash & Recycling Collection
Toilets
Internet Connectivity
Showers
Cell Phone Reception
Laundry
Amphitheater
Dump Station
Camp Store
Staff or Host On-Site
Potable Water
Ice For Sale
Firewood For Sale
Food Storage Lockers
Rates & Fees
General Camping Fee
All campsites have the same fee, $8 per campsite with a 50% discount to those with a senior or access pass ($4). Each campsite has a maximum capacity of 6 people per group, for groups larger than 6 an additional campsite must be reserved and paid for.
Senior Pass Holder Camping Fee
All campsites have the same fee, $8 per campsite with a 50% discount to those with a senior or access pass ($4). Each campsite has a maximum capacity of 6 people per group, for groups larger than 6 an additional campsite must be reserved and paid for.
Access Pass Holder Camping Fee
All campsites have the same fee, $8 per campsite with a 50% discount to those with a senior or access pass ($4). Each campsite has a maximum capacity of 6 people per group, for groups larger than 6 an additional campsite must be reserved and paid for.
Accessibility
RV Allowed
No
RV Maximum Length
0
Trailer Maximum Length
0
Trailer Allowed
No
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