Spencer Canyon Campground

Open: Mid April – Mid October
  • 7,910 ft Elevation
  • 68 Sites
  • First Come, First Served
  • Water Available
Driving Directions to Campground

From Palisades Visitor Center, turn left out of the parking lot, heading up Catalina Highway. Continue approximately 2.6 miles to the campground, which will be on your left. The campground is extensive and the road is rough gravel.

Overview

Spencer Canyon Campground has 68 sites. Each site has a concrete table, fire pit, grill and bear box for food storage. A beautiful night view of Tucson can be seen from several sites. Spencer is rugged, rustic in layout and close to the hamlet of Summerhaven. Each camping area has clean, stocked vault toilets. Campground hosts live on site. Firewood may be purchased from the hosts.