Idlewild Campground


Portal, Arizona
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Ownership: US Forest Service
Official website: fs.fed.us
Posted by: MountainMan on December 10, 2005
 
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Description

Idlewild Campground is the first campground you encounter as you enter Cave Creek Canyon from the east. To get to these 10 streamside sites shaded by Arizona cypress trees, you’ll have to ford Cave Creek, so be mindful of local weather conditions. Cave Creek Canyon is well known for its spectacular scenery and excellent birding. In addition, a short distance downstream, you’ll find the trailhead for the Silver Peak Trail, which climbs over 3000 feet in just 4.6 miles.Idlewild Campground is also just a short distance from the Cave Creek Visitor Information Center, which offers interpretive information, as well as books, brochures, and pamphlets to make your visit more informedl.Sites at Idlewild are best suited for camping in tents, vans, or pickup truck campers. Trailers up to 16 feet are permitted, however.

Directions

rom Tucson, take I-10 east 139 miles to US 80 (you will cross the New Mexico border to get to this intersection). Turn right (south) and drive 28 miles, then turn right (west) on the road to Portal, 7 miles.From Douglas, take US 80 east approximately 50 miles to Rodeo, NM. Two miles past Rodeo, turn left (west) on Portal Road. From Portal drive west on Forest Road 42, approximately 2 miles to Idlewild Campground. All roads are paved and suitable for passenger vehicles.
 

Activities

Scenic canyon settingForested sitesNearby streamBird/wildlife watchingNearby Forest trailsClose to Cave Creek Visitor Information Centerils

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Services

10 individual sitesTables and fire grillsDrinking water seasonal (April-Oct)ToiletNo hook-ups. Trailers limited to 16 feet.Pack and saddle stock are not permitted in campground.Stay limit is 14 days.

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