Palisades Ranger Residence Cabin
The Palisades Ranger Residence Cabin location is in Tucson, Arizona
85750. 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 Palisades Ranger Residence Cabin facility, or if you need to reserve a campsite, then call the campground listed below.
Address
Santa Catalina Ranger District
Tucson
Arizona
85750
Phone number
520-749-8700
Campground information Tucson, Arizona
Overview
The Palisades Ranger Residence Cabin is located within the Palisades Administrative Site in the Santa Catalina Mountains, 20 miles northeast of Tucson, Arizona. The cabin is reached via the East Catalina Highway, which becomes the General Hitchcock, a historic and scenic drive that takes visitors through multiple biozones from the Sonoran Desert to the dense forests at 8,000 feet elevation. The cabin has indoor plumbing, electricity, a full kitchen, furniture, beds and an enclosed front yard.
Recreation
The Palisades Ranger Residence Cabin is approximately one hour from Tucson, Arizona, and provides excellent access to a myriad of recreational opportunities, including hiking, camping, birding, horseback riding, picnicking, sightseeing, mountain biking, rock climbing, and visiting historic areas. Fishing is also available at nearby Rose Canyon Lake. Winter sports are available at higher elevations, depending on snowfall; Mt. Lemmon Ski Valley in the Santa Catalina Mountains is the southernmost ski area in the United States.
Facilities
The Palisades Ranger Residence is a five room cabin, suitable for up to four people. The cabin consists of a bedroom, dining room, living room, bathroom, and fully-equipped kitchen. The bedroom has a twin-over-double bunkbed, while the living room contains a queen-size futon. The dining room has a table and four chairs. The kitchen is equipped with a propane stove/oven, microwave, refrigerator, pots, pans, utensils, dishes, and a coffee pot. The house has electricity, a propane heater, and running water.
While the cabin has amenities for comfortable lodging, guests do need to provide some of their own supplies, including food, sleeping bags, linens, pillows, towels, dish soap, matches, a first aid kit, toilet paper and garbage bags. Although electricity is available, it is recommended that guests bring an additional light source in case of emergencies.
Natural Features
The Santa Catalina Mountains comprise one of the “sky islands” in the Coronado National Forest. From the desert floor to the upper slopes of Mt. Lemmon, biozones vary from Sonoran desert to subalpine forest, with wildlife communities that are equally diverse. An extensive trail network offers opportunities for day and extended trips, with easy access to the nearby Pusch Ridge Wilderness.
Nearby Attractions
Numerous attractions are also available nearby, including: the Sky Island Scenic Byway (General Hitchcock Highway), Rose Canyon Lake, Mt Lemmon Ski Valley, The University of Arizona Mt. Lemmon Sky Center, the hamlet of Summerhaven, Arizona, as well as numerous hiking trails, and opportunities for photography and picnicing.
Attractions within one hour’s drive include Sabino Canyon Recreation Area and Saguaro National Park East.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tucson, AZ
How do I make a reservation with Palisades Ranger Residence Cabin?
To make reservations at Palisades Ranger Residence Cabin, you can call the office at 520-749-8700.
Where is Palisades Ranger Residence Cabin located?
The Palisades Ranger Residence Cabin is located at Santa Catalina Ranger District in Tucson,
. This is the location you will need to go to for camping and information.
Does Palisades Ranger Residence Cabin have tent or RV camping?
Palisades Ranger Residence Cabin offers both tent and RV camping, but to confirm you will need to call the office at 520-749-8700 to make sure things haven’t changed.