Gordon Hirabayashi Campground Camping Area
Rate this placeLast Updated: December 5, 2025
Gordon Hirabayashi Campground, located in Arizona’s Santa Catalina Mountains along the Catalina Highway, offers 12 first-come, first-served established campsites—no reservations or permits required.
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Summary
A $20/night fee applies. Amenities include pit toilets, picnic tables, fire rings, and grills, but no drinking water or hookups. RVs up to 22 feet are allowed. The campground sits in a high desert setting with scenic views of rugged mountains, pine-oak woodlands, and broad vistas. Nearby trails include the Arizona Trail and Sycamore Reservoir Trail. Best visited March–May or September–November for mild temps. The peaceful, historic site (a former WWII prison camp) offers a quiet retreat with rich natural and cultural appeal.
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Camping Essential Practices
Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
Respect Wildlife
Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
Know Before You Go
Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
Minimize Campfire Impact
Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
Leave What You Find
Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
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