Until October 20 at 6 p.m., Tonto National Forest trails are OPEN with limited access. Trails are CLOSED at the Superstition Wilderness boundary (no access to Flat Iron). For updates, visit the USFS website.

 

Due to safety concerns, walk-in entry and hiker drop-off/pick-up is not permitted.

 

The dump station and showers are closed to anyone not camping at the park.

Group Camping and Day Use

To reserve a group camping area, or a day use area not related to a wedding, please call the park at (480) 982-4485 to find out what is available for you. For more information about weddings at the park, see our Weddings Page

Day Use Areas

Parking is not reserved or guaranteed.

Cholla Group RamadaCholla Group Ramada

The Cholla Group ramada can be reserved up to 12 months in advance. It has four tables under a large roof with lights, electricity, nearby water spigot, group grill and a fire pit. A non-refundable $5.00 reservation fee and a $25 facility use fee applies to use the ramada. All vehicles must pay the day use entry fee. The ramada area has superb views of the nearby Superstition Mountains.

 

Saguaro Group RamadaSaguaro Group Ramada

The Saguaro Group ramada can be reserved up to 12 months in advance. It has four tables under a large roof with lights, electricity, water spigot, group grill and a fire pit. A non-refundable $5.00 reservation fee and a $25 facility use fee applies to use the ramada. All vehicles must pay the day use entry fee. The ramada area has views of the Superstition Mountains as well as overlooking the Mesa and Phoenix skyline area.

 

Palo Verde Group RamadaPalo Verde Group Ramada

The Palo Verde Group ramada can be reserved up to 12 months in advance. It has eight tables under a large roof with lights, electricity, water spigot, and group grill. A non-refundable $5.00 reservation fee and a $25 facility use fee applies to use the ramada. All vehicles must pay the day use entry fee. The ramada area has spectacular views of the Superstition Mountains.

Group Camping

There are now three separate group camping areas available. Please call the park directly for group camp information at (480) 982-4485. All group camps require a non-refundable $5.00 reservation fee and a $25 per night facility use fee to reserve the area. All vehicles must pay a nightly camping fee. Groups are encouraged to look over the area for suitability prior to making a reservation. All vehicles must pay a $25 nightly camping fee in addition to the reservation and facility fees.

Quail Group Use CampQuail Group Camp

Quail Group Camp area has a reservation minimum of 12 vehicles/RV’s and can accommodate up to 29 vehicles. This area must be booked in groups of 12, 20, or 29. The ramada has lights and provides cover for several tables, plus comes complete with an electric outlet, water spigot, group grill and fire pit. The ramada is located near a restroom/shower building. 

Roadrunner Group AreaRoadrunner Group Camp

Roadrunner Group Camp is strictly for tent groups and has a five vehicle minimum and can accommodate a maximum of 12 vehicles. The ramada has several tables underneath, lights, an electric outlet and a water spigot, group grill, fire pit, and is located near a restroom/shower building. This area is not for RVs or travel trailers.

A view of the Hummingbird group camp area at Lost Dutchman State ParkHummingbird Group Camp

Hummingbird Group Camp is strictly for tent groups and has a three vehicle minimum and has a maximum of six parking spaces. Open tent area is 30' x 40', 200' to parking area, 650' to restrooms/showers, picnic tables, fire pit, water, and an electric outlet at site.

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