Cholla Campground
The Cholla Campground location is in Roosevelt, Arizona
85545. This page provides detailed contact information for this campground location including the campground phone number, office hours, reservation information and driving directions.
If you have any questions about the Cholla Campground facility, or if you need to reserve a campsite, then call the campground listed below.
Address
28079 N. Az Hwy 188
Roosevelt
Arizona
85545
Phone number
TONTO BASIN RANGER DISTRICT (602) 225-5395
Campground information Roosevelt, Arizona
Overview
Cholla Campground at Roosevelt Lake, is one of several campgrounds on the shores of the largest lake/reservoir located entirely in the State of Arizona. It is situated within a lush sonoran desert landscape at an elevation of 2168′. Cholla Campground is also the largest solar powered campground in the United States. Each of its 206 campsites have shade ramadas, firepits, grills, and picnic tables. Playgrounds, showers and toilet facilites are scattered throughout the campground. The area around Cholla Campground is often alive with abundant wildlife such as mule deer, coyotes, geese, fox, javalina, and the occasional bald eagle.
Recreation
Recreation opportunities abound at Cholla Campground. Launch your bass boat, ski boat, or pontoon boat from the developed boat ramps within the recreation site and play on the water all day long. If motorsports aren’t your thing, there’s an abundance of places to explore from your kayak, canoe, or paddleboard. While you’re visiting, you can also hike a portion of the Arizona Trail, visit the Tonto National Monument cliff dwellings, explore endless miles of jeep trails or drive a portion of the Apache Trail or Spines to Pines Highway. If if you’re looking for a day in town, consider the easy 45 minute drive Globe or Payson where you can shop for antiques, buy ice cream and learn about Arizona’s rich mining and timber history. Roosevelt Lake is a landscape photograhers dream so don’t forget your camera (and sunscreen).
Facilities
Cholla Campground has 206 campsites. Each site has shade ramadas, firepits, grills, and picnic tables. Scattered throughout the campground are playgrounds, showers and toilet facilites. Highly developed boat ramps with accessible boat boarding ramps are also available within the Campground.
Natural Features
Roosevelt Lake was dedicated by President Theodore Roosevelt in 1911 and boasts 112 miles of shoreline and peaceful coves. When full, the lake provides 21,500 acres of surface water for your recreating pleasure. Cholla Campground is situated within a Sonoran Desert Landscape along the lakes shorelines. Views of the blue water and sunsets against the Sierra Ancha, Salome, and Superstition Wilderness’ are a sight that keep many visitors coming back year after year.
Nearby Attractions
Two National Scenic Byways (AZ Hwy 88 Apache Trail and AZ Hwy 288 Spines to Pines Highway). Roosevelt Dam, Tonto National Monument, the Arizona Trail, endless miles of jeep trails, Towns of Payson and Globe, Superstition, Sierra Ancha, and Four Peaks Wilderness’. Don’t forget to stop by the Tonto Basin Environmental Center learn about the history of the area.
Frequently Asked Questions About 28079 N. Az Hwy 188 Roosevelt, AZ
How do I make a reservation with Cholla Campground?
To make reservations at Cholla Campground, you can call the office at TONTO BASIN RANGER DISTRICT (602) 225-5395.
Where is Cholla Campground located?
The Cholla Campground is located at 28079 N. Az Hwy 188 in Roosevelt,
. This is the location you will need to go to for camping and information.
Does Cholla Campground have tent or RV camping?
Cholla Campground offers both tent and RV camping, but to confirm you will need to call the office at TONTO BASIN RANGER DISTRICT (602) 225-5395 to make sure things haven’t changed.