Rustler Park

24 reviews

42D Forest Rd, San Simon, AZ 85632, USA
+1 520-364-6800
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Rustler Park Introduce

Rustler Park, located in San Simon, Arizona, is a mountaintop campground that falls within the Campgrounds & RV Parks category. Offering breathtaking views and access to outdoor activities, it's a destination for those seeking a scenic and tranquil camping experience.

The campground is known for its spectacular mountaintop setting, providing visitors with panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. Reviews highlight the stunning vistas, making it a prime location for nature enthusiasts and photographers.

Rustler Park features covered picnic areas, offering shade and comfort for outdoor dining and relaxation. The campground also provides clean restroom facilities, ensuring a more comfortable experience for visitors.

A notable feature of Rustler Park is its easy access to the Chiricahua Crest Trail. This makes it an ideal location for hikers and backpackers looking to explore the Chiricahua Mountains. However, access to the campground via Portal, AZ, involves traveling on a rough, narrow gravel road, which some visitors have described as "sketchy" in certain sections. While a minivan can navigate the road, travelers should exercise caution.

For inquiries and information, you can contact Rustler Park at (520) 364-6800 or +1 520-364-6800. The address is 42D Forest Rd, San Simon, AZ 85632. This campground provides a unique opportunity to experience the natural beauty of the Arizona mountains.

Details

Highlights
Picnics

Amenities
Picnic tables
Public restroom
Restroom
Tent sites

Children
Good for kids

Parking
On-site parking

Pets
Dogs allowed

Location

Arizona Cochise County San Simon 42D Forest Road

Customer Reviews

4.0

24 reviews

Greg Jackson

Aug 24, 2023

Great mountaintop park. Wonderful views. Covered picnic areas, clean restroom.

Gregory Willis

Oct 18, 2020

Worth the drive over the rough narrow gravel road from Portal, AZ (we handled it with a minivan, but it was a little sketchy in a few places). Easy access to the Chiricahua Crest Trail (see photos).

John Lawson

Sep 13, 2020

Beautiful high altitude camp ground. Nowhere to pitch a tent- I guess they thought you were just going to picnic. We found a gentle slope and slid to the corner of the tent overnight. Lots of dead wood on the ground. Great for birds, and there are some nice hiking trails.

Wes Mcleod

Jan 28, 2018

My son and I drove up to Rustler Park to access the Crest Trail Loop. The drive up on the 15 mile gravel/dirt road was beautiful to say the least. There are pit toilets at the trailhead which is really convenient. The trail itself is really cool. Great views on both sides of the mountain. It's not really tough at all except for one small area when hiking clockwise around the loop at the very end before meeting up with the trail leading back to Rustler Park.

Ryan Province

Sep 08, 2019

Great starting point to enter Chiricahua wilderness without having to climb up the mountain. Trails are a overgrown, but that's what makes these mountains so sought after - their exclusiveness to those daring to get lost and discover adventures not found on Instagram. These campsites are also excellent for picnicking and relaxing the day away in the cool temperatures. Do try and come early - as clouds can start to roll in the mid afternoon during monsoon season.