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Cholla Campground

Tonto National Forest, Arizona

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As of October 2026, Cholla Campground is a campground in Tonto National Forest, Arizona with 59 campsites. Cholla Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Cholla Campground is located at 33.7315° N, 111.2038° W.

people allowed on 45 of 59 sites: 10
people allowed on each of the 14 largest sites: 20

Cholla Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive nights
Maximum stay: 14 nights

Published by Recreation.gov for Cholla Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Cholla Campground

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Standard 59

What an RV fits

32 ft57 sites

Amenities

restrooms
showers
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Desert.

Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, wildlife, photography.

All sites at Cholla Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
35	BUCKHORN	Standard	10	32 ft
37	BUCKHORN	Standard	20	32 ft
39	BUCKHORN	Standard	10	32 ft
41	BUCKHORN	Standard	20	32 ft
43	BUCKHORN	Standard	20	32 ft
45	BUCKHORN	Standard	20	32 ft
47	BUCKHORN	Standard	10	32 ft
49	BUCKHORN	Standard	20	32 ft
51	BUCKHORN	Standard	10	32 ft
53	BUCKHORN	Standard	10	32 ft
55	BUCKHORN	Standard	10	32 ft
57	BUCKHORN	Standard	10	32 ft
59	BUCKHORN	Standard	10	32 ft
61	BUCKHORN	Standard	10	32 ft
63	BUCKHORN	Standard	10	32 ft
65	BUCKHORN	Standard	10	32 ft
67	BUCKHORN	Standard	10	32 ft
163	CANE	Standard	10	32 ft
165	CANE	Standard	10	32 ft
167	CANE	Standard	10	32 ft
169	CANE	Standard	10	32 ft
171	CANE	Standard	10	32 ft
173	CANE	Standard	10	32 ft
175	CANE	Standard	20	32 ft
177	CANE	Standard	20	32 ft
179	CANE	Standard	20	32 ft
181	CANE	Standard	10	32 ft
183	CANE	Standard	20	32 ft
185	CANE	Standard	10	32 ft
187	CANE	Standard	10	32 ft

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
T15	CANE	Standard	10	-
T17	CANE	Standard	10	-
73	CHRISTMAS	Standard	10	32 ft
75	CHRISTMAS	Standard	10	32 ft
77	CHRISTMAS	Standard	10	32 ft
79	CHRISTMAS	Standard	20	32 ft
81	CHRISTMAS	Standard	10	32 ft
83	CHRISTMAS	Standard	20	32 ft
85	CHRISTMAS	Standard	20	32 ft
87	CHRISTMAS	Standard	10	32 ft
89	CHRISTMAS	Standard	10	32 ft
91	CHRISTMAS	Standard	10	32 ft
93	CHRISTMAS	Standard	10	32 ft
95	CHRISTMAS	Standard	10	32 ft
3	TEDDYBEAR	Standard	10	32 ft
5	TEDDYBEAR	Standard	10	32 ft
7	TEDDYBEAR	Standard	10	32 ft
9	TEDDYBEAR	Standard	10	32 ft
11	TEDDYBEAR	Standard	10	32 ft
13	TEDDYBEAR	Standard	10	32 ft
15	TEDDYBEAR	Standard	10	32 ft
17	TEDDYBEAR	Standard	20	32 ft
19	TEDDYBEAR	Standard	10	32 ft
21	TEDDYBEAR	Standard	10	32 ft
23	TEDDYBEAR	Standard	10	32 ft
25	TEDDYBEAR	Standard	10	32 ft
27	TEDDYBEAR	Standard	20	32 ft
29	TEDDYBEAR	Standard	10	32 ft
31	TEDDYBEAR	Standard	10	32 ft

About Cholla Campground

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.

Rules and notices at Cholla Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Cholla Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

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Maximum stay limit is 14 days within 30 consecutive days on the Tonto National Forest including dispersed areas.

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Check in time is 2:00pm and check out time is 11:00am. Quiet Hours are from 10:00pm to 6:00am.

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During June, July, and August temperatures reach well over 100° and many RV air conditioners cannot keep up.

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Maximum trailer length is 32'.

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Extra (second) vehicle charge of $8 per night is required. An RV towing a car counts as one vehicle and a vehicle pulling a trailer counts as one vehicle. There is a maximum of two vehicles at a single family campsite and four vehicles at a double family campsite. An RV towing a car counts as one vehicle and a vehicle pulling a trailer counts as one vehicle. Fee can be bundled with online reservation or purchased on-site at fee machine. Maximum of 2 vehicles per single campsite and 4 for double campsites.

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Boat ramps are usable when water elevations are higher then 2,110 feet.

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Fireworks are always prohibited on National Forest Land.

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Cholla Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Cholla Campground?

Cholla Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 59 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Cholla Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Cholla Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Cholla Campground have?

Cholla Campground has 59 campsites.