Campground

Manning Camp

Details

Tucson, AZ, 85730

Lat:32.207386

Lng:-110.554542

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National Park Service

Last Updated: July 31, 2026

Campground Overview

Introduction

- 8,000 feet elevation - 6 campsites (max 6 people per site) - water available year-round *This campground is hike in only! Depending on where you start, the hike up to Manning can be anywhere from 9-18 miles and accumulates 5500-6500 feet of elevation. As you hike up, you will pass through multiple different biomes with spectacular changes in flora and fauna composition, passing through riparian zones and dry cliff alike (not to mention the extraordinary views).

Campsite Details

Reservable6

First Come First Serve6

Total Sites6

Group6

Horse6

Tent Only6

Electrical Hookups0

RV Only0

Walk/Boat To6

Other0

Operating Hours

This campground is hike in only, and open 24/7. Reservations can be made on reservation.gov

Weather

Weather at Manning Camp is typically 20 degrees F lower than the temperature at the Visitor Center

Amenities

Toilets

Staff or Host On-Site

Potable Water

Food Storage Lockers

Rates & Fees

$8.00

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.

$4.00

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.

$4.00

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.

Rules & Regulations

Fire/Stove Policy

Fires are allowed at provided fire pits only

Accessibility

Wheelchair Access
None
Cell Phone Information
Service is spotty and available depending on carrier, but not reliable.
RV Allowed
No
RV Information
Not Allowed
RV Maximum Length
0
Trailer Maximum Length
0
ADA Information
Campsites are only accessible by foot and are wilderness back country sites. Bear boxes are provided, as well as pit toilets. Manning Camp is at the higher elevations of around 8,000 feet so temperatures are cooler than the lower Tucson Area. There is no paving to the site or at it.
Trailer Allowed
No
Access Roads
No Roads
Classifications
Limited Development Campground

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Table Of Contents

Campground Overview

Introduction

Campsite Details

Operating Hours

Weather

Amenities

Rates & Fees

Rules & Regulations

Fire/Stove Policy

Accessibility

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