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Whitetail Campground

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Whitetail CampgroundWhitetail Campground

Campground · USDA Forest Service Fees: reservable on Recreation.gov (nightly fee) Overview Whitetail Campground offers group campsites in the foothills of the Catalina Mountains of southeastern Arizona, 5 miles south of the town of Summerhaven and the top of Mt. Lemmon. Groups can enjoy picking, hiking, camping and wildlife watching while enjoying a cool respite from hot summer. The facility can accommodate groups for day or overnight use. Recreation Hiking and sightseeing are popular activities. The surrounding national forest boasts a variety of trails, including some on the 9,157-foot Mt. Lemmon, for those who wish to venture away from the campground for the day. The University of Arizona runs an observatory just up the road, and visitors can also drive a few minutes to the small town of Summerhaven, which offers amenities and attractions on Mt. Lemmon's summit. Anglers can try for stocked trout at nearby Rose Canyon Lake. Facilities All five group areas have… Getting there: From Tucson, Arizona, go north on Catalina Highway approximately 30 miles from Tucson until you reach Milepost 20. Turn Left on Whitetail Road. Phone: 520-576-9198 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234564 Source: Recreation.gov. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: ExplorUS, RRM

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