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Karla's Hummingbird Guest Ranch
Karla's Hummingbird Guest Ranch
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(322)
23mi from Coronado National Forest · 12 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Welcome to Karla's Hummingbird Guest Ranch!
My 8 acre private horse property is located in the Sky Islands area of South Eastern Arizona. Are you grown ups who don't want to be next to kids yelling and running around dropping trash and throwing rocks, or barking pit bulls chained up, or loud music and generators? Do you like a clean restroom and a nice breakfast area on a well maintained property? Do you want to feel safe, enjoy beautiful views and know your stuff won't be stolen while you are in Tombstone? Then my place is for you! 18 and over. NO PIT BULLS. Good well behaved dogs allowed on leash welcome. If you want to bring a properly raised young person you can make your case to me and I will consider.
I offer 2 full hook-up spaces, one space is covered. Power is 50 AMPS! An RV must be under 12' to fit under the covered space.
I offer 4 dry camping options. You can book the Tent Cabana-The Shady Rest- listing or you can dry camp by booking through my Tent and Vehicle Camping listing. There are no exact designated spaces for tent/vehicle camping. You can choose where you prefer to camp. An extra vehicle is OK as long as it's part of your one campsite. 2 groups with 2 camp vehicles is 2 campsites.
I also have the Pool House, an indoor option with a power outlet, and it's close to the pool and restroom area. You can set up your bed or rent a full size bed which I will set up for you.
This is my private property, you and your gear are safe and secure. You can leave your campsite and go exploring, no one will bother your stuff.
I have WiFi and great cell service here. You MUST arrive by dark unless arrangements are made in advance.
I will greet you and show you around. I close my gates at dark. Once you are here you may come and go as you please.
I am located just over an hour away from Tucson and 25 minutes off the 10.
Dry campers- Off the pool area there is a clean restroom in my back garage and a sink with hot water. There is a breakfast room with clean refrigerator, microwave and coffee maker available for your use. Lots of local birds visit daily. You are welcome to visit and pet my horses and donkeys!
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Toilets
Full hookups
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$45
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El Pais Motel & Campgrounds
El Pais Motel & Campgrounds
99%
(546)
30mi from Coronado National Forest · 17 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
El Pais is a family owned and operated motel and campground located in southern Tucson. We embrace the mid-century era with an awesome design, stimulating artwork, and fun amenities. If you're looking for a place to have an amazing experience by pitching a tent, living your best van life, or enjoying a full hookup RV experience you won't be disappointed. So come and book with us here at the world famous El Pais Motel & Campgrounds.
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$33
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3:10 to Dragoon
3:10 to Dragoon
100%
(36)
47mi from Coronado National Forest · 4 sites
Dragoon is rich in history and natural beauty. The name comes from the 3rd U.S. Calvary Dragoons who battled the Chiricahua Apaches here led by Chief Cochise during the Apache Wars. Nearby, you can visit the confederate graves and ruins of the Dragoon Springs Stage Station. About 20 minutes away is Cochise Stronghold, home and burial place of Chief Cochise and Chiricahua Nat'l Monument is about an hour away (great hiking and climbing!). Unique to this area are the amazing rock formations of pillars, balances, and stacked rocks caused by cooled volcanic granite 50 million years ago. In addition, our area is home to hundreds of different bird species, the occasional Gila monster, coyotes, deer, and javalina.
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Toilets
Showers
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$60
/ night
Trail Riders
Trail Riders
100%
(1)
41mi from Coronado National Forest · 3 sites · RVs, Lodging
Welcome to Trail Riders Inn and RV Park, your perfect home base in the heart of historic Tombstone! Conveniently located just steps from Old Tombstone’s vibrant Main Street, our park offers easy access to the town’s iconic attractions.At Trail Riders, we provide full hook-up RV sites for vehicles up to 30 feet, ensuring a comfortable stay for your adventure. Have a larger RV? Give us a call, and we’ll do our best to accommodate you!Relax and unwind at our refreshing pool and soothing hot tub, ideal for families looking to cool off after a day of exploring Tombstone’s historic charm. Whether you’re here for the Wild West history or a family getaway, Trail Riders Inn and RV Park has everything you need for a memorable stay!
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Toilets
Full hookups
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$28
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Joseph
3 weeks ago
1 night at Karla's Hummingbird Guest Ranch
Karla has created a beautiful property! I feel fortunate to have stayed there!
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Justin
3 weeks ago
With pets
Great spot! This spot was a cute and cozy little bit of extra comfort for me and my dogs while on the road. Very friendly
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Gabriela
November 2025
1 night at Karla's Hummingbird Guest Ranch
Karla is an excellent host and artist. Her home and campground are inspirational. It was such a joy to be there. Highly recommend.
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J
October 2025
1 night at Karla's Hummingbird Guest Ranch
The property is chock full of Karlas creative eye and hand but especially the Pool House, from top to bottom, inside out! Kitchen and bathroom also fun and functional. What a joy to experience. Never bored. Thanks Karla for sharing your peace and quiet, rolling hills, and gentle tiki vibes.
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Carol
October 2025
1 night at 3:10 to Dragoon
This cabin and land was exactly as described in the app. It was cozy the heater work the air conditioner worked hot water for the shower and a small refrigerator with a very very tiny freezer hot plate in microwave. Everything you need!
I do intend to go back if she'll have me!
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Nancie
June 2025
1 night at Karla's Hummingbird Guest Ranch
What an amazing night we had at Karla’s. We stayed in the pool house and it was perfect. Karla’s attention to detail is outstanding. The pool was so clean and the garden and lights made the night magical. Everything was so clean and comfortable and Karla made sure we had everything we needed. The price was great for what was available. The shared kitchen was great and bathroom spotless. Clear to see that Karla puts so much love into this property and we feel lucky to have explored her beautiful land. Just the flowers alone would make us return. This was a perfect stay and I would recommend it 100 percent. Amazing!!!
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Natayo
April 2025
1 night at Karla's Hummingbird Guest Ranch
Karla was such a warm and welcoming individual. Her passion for art and aesthetic was beautifully expressed within her property. I’d definitely recommend staying here!
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Ethan
March 2025
Weekend Trip to El Pais Motel & Campgrounds
Just as described. Fun and eclectic room, very easy access to Saguaro NP.
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Macy
March 2025
2 nights at Karla's Hummingbird Guest Ranch
This was by far my favorite hip camp I’ve stayed at! Karla was so kind and helpful for anything we needed. I went with a good friend and we both felt so safe staying here. Karla also accommodated great when we had to leave early and when we were getting back to her place late. We are 100% going back!
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Susan
March 2025
6 nights at Karla's Hummingbird Guest Ranch
Absolutely beautiful space very quiet and clean. Karla is a lovely host . I would recommend 10 out 10. The pool house was warm and clean and just a beautiful place to stay. The birds welcome you and the horses are beautiful. Amazing property.
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Mark
March 2025
1 night at Karla's Hummingbird Guest Ranch
Once again. Great time at Karla’s! Thanks again for everything!
MARK
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Mark
March 2025
Weekend Trip to Karla's Hummingbird Guest Ranch
Great place! Thanks Karla
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Martin
February 2025
Weekend Trip to 3:10 to Dragoon
Great compact cabin with wonderful views and attention to detail. Nicely equipped, nice finishing touches. Friendly and responsive host.
Didn’t bother us, but part of the view to the mountains is a freight train line. Train traffic is audible, but even the one of our party who is usually noise sensitive was not bugged by it.
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Amanda
February 2025
Weekend Trip to Karla's Hummingbird Guest Ranch
This was a wonderful spot. I really enjoyed the pool and the horses and all the desert birds. It was so nice to have a refrigerator, microwave and coffee pot accessible. The bed was comfy and the pool house was fun and funky. I can’t wait to visit again.
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Brian
February 2025
1 night at Karla's Hummingbird Guest Ranch
I loved everything about her place! It just felt like home!
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Christina
January 2025
2 nights at Karla's Hummingbird Guest Ranch
Cozy, artsy little she- shed! Comfy bed and a heatable space! Loved all the art-lights!
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Judal
December 2024
1 night at Karla's Hummingbird Guest Ranch
The instructions really clear the the decor of the room was rad. The pool also looks amazing! All and all super friendly and safe place to stay
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Chris
December 2024
2 nights at Karla's Hummingbird Guest Ranch
Karla was very welcoming and informative. My brother and I stayed in the pool house for two nights and could not have been treated better.
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Erica
December 2024
Weekend Trip to 3:10 to Dragoon
Tracy’s cabin was so cute and well equipped. Loved the grill just outside and the heated outdoor shower. Wish we had time to stay longer!
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46 ratings · 28 reviews
Mixed feelings
· July 2025
Did not go
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Audrey M.
7 reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
Tent ·
Sunny Flat Campground
Beautiful spot. Sites are spread out with privacy in between. No running water. Had to get water from the visitor center.
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Ilene L.
2 reviews
Nice campground on Mt Lemmon. Bear box, picnic table, fire pit, and grill included. Potable water available near the bathrooms. We stayed at site 37 and liked the site.
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Anna R.
10 months on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· April 2025
I didn't go
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Connie K.
10 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2025
Small campground, but generally nice. Sites are pretty close together. Easy access to trails in Madera Canyon.
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Brandon L.
9 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· October 2020
Absolutely beautiful my husband and I camp here alot. We love it alot.
Sherry E.
5 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2019
9-21-2019, We went to check out Spencer Canyon campground and rented a spot for day use. Nice area with fresh air amidst ponderosa pines.
Plenty of spaces (60). First come, first served.
Several well kept and pleasant smelling vault toilets with fresh paint and no graffiti.
All campsites have iron fire pit, grill, stone table and steel food box to protect food from bears.
Fees: Bring cash and no change is available. Fill out envelope, insert cash, keep stub, and drop envelope in slot
Overnight camping is $24.00,
Single vehicle day use is $10.00
Firewood bundle for $6.00
Carl R.
8 years on Hipcamp
Tried to get to last week but road was closed. Had to move on but everything on the mountain is great so no problem. Forest service said Treasure park would open soon.
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J G.
6 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· February 2019
Amazing area & Horse Back Riding!! New place to stay now is Cedar Creek Horse Camp.
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Trudy H.
6 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· November 2018
Get there early because it's first-come-first-served. Good hiking from the camp. At 5,040ft elevation it is opened year round.
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Bill G.
7 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· November 2018
The camp is at 8,000ft so it can be quite cool up here. It is closed usually from about Nov-Apr. Camp is in the pines.
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Bill G.
7 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2018
Tucked in the forest with access to the Arizona Trail, this spot was cozy and scenic. Small campground and fills up quickly year round. Fun drive up Mt. Lemmon, just above Molina Basin campground so a bit colder at nighttime and upon rising as the sun as more mountain to rise over. Quiet, serene, full of wildlife. Facilities always stocked with TP and clean. Met some neat people during our stay here!
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Erica E.
2 reviews
Recommends
· April 2018
Small, isolated campground that fills up quickly even in winter. Summer is the busiest because of Pena Blanca Lake. Great hiking and water sport activities in the area. Only spent one night here, but the facilities were clean and stocked. Beautiful sites and scenery!
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Erica E.
2 reviews
Recommends
· April 2018
Love the drive here! Shout out to Ranger Rick for the good company and tips on the area. You follow the road as far as it will go until you dead-end at this campground. Not far from Mexico, be prpeared for random border patrol stops or drones obstructing the beautiful mountain views. Just one trail goes around the lake. It’s very easy but enjoyable and scenic. Staff at the dock are as kind as can be. Took a kayak out on the serene lake and enjoyed watching the bird species overhead. Free firewood was offered after they trimmed trees. Firewood is also available at the store by the dock. Lots of items there in case you forgot important items. Cold winter nights but beautiful sunrises and sunsets and warm days!
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Erica E.
2 reviews
Recommends
· April 2018
I love Bog Springs Campground! Gorgeous drive to the secluded area. Bery hard to get a spot here, so be sure to plan as you may make the long drive only to have to make other arrangements. The place was packed in February! I can’t believe we were lucky enough to get the last spot available. Tucked away in the forest, this place is a gem!
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Erica E.
2 reviews
Recommends
· April 2018
I loved my weeklong stay here! Started here and moved up Mt. Lemmon Rd to the other campgrounds. The sites are scenic and spacious. The wildlife that inhabits the area will keep your attention with their beauty and intrigue. Hard to get a soot here year round. Cold mountain winter nights could not keep us away. Arizona Trail runs through the area, and lots of other hiking trails are off the main road. Met so many wonderful locals and out-of-towners during our stay. Great drive up the mountain!
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Erica E.
2 reviews
Recommends
· February 2018
Nice spot in the sky islands to camp while biking the Arizona Trail
Sara L.
8 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· February 2018
Easy free spot to camp while biking the Arizona Trail
Sara L.
8 years on Hipcamp
October 2017
The CCC era drainage/waterfall on Cave Creek is beautufu, and right near the parking area. Careful, immigration happens in the Chiricahuas. We encountered probable drug mule scouts with their two way radios chirping one night.
Robb V.
8 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· October 2017
It gets pretty chilly at night so make sure to take layers!
Patricia O.
8 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2017
There were only 6 sites at this canyon campground on the babbling Cave Creek, but for that reason it felt exclusive, an unexpected and delightful discovery. Ideal for tents, maybe not so much for big RVs. First come, first served -- March and April are the busy season, so an end-of-April visit was perfect, and even a 6-site location was only half full. Highly recommend this and nearby Idlewild and Sunny Flat Campgrounds.
Solveig M.
9 years on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· April 2017
For beginner campers, this is prime real estate. Campsites are pretty close together and there are restrooms nearby. BBQ grills surround each campsite and if you're lucky, so are friendly, fellow campers. There is great shade coverage on hot days and the wind gusting through will cool off anyone.
Sarah B.
8 years on Hipcamp
February 2017
Beautiful off-the-grid spot! We loved the hiking trails, abundant wildlife, and gorgeous night sky. This is a very special place to unwind.
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Marisa H.
9 years on Hipcamp
November 2016
Great views from the top! 2.5 mile hikes up to Carr Peak or down to the Creek. The drive up is 5-10 mph, super steep and narrow, but a lot of fun and beautiful. Max stay is 14 days. Bathrooms and bear proof trash cans are just a few meters from each camp site. Hikes are also super navigable by the little ones! Great stay!
Patrick L.
9 years on Hipcamp
July 2016
Spencer Canyon campground and Gordon Hirabayashi campground are NOT the same, and are thousands of feet different in elevation. They are both on Mt. Lemmon. I'd recommend rewriting this description. I prefer Spencer Canyon because it's much higher, in a pine forest rather than high desert (which is where Hirabayashi is). Incidentally, Hirabayashi campground was called prison camp until recently. It's where Asian Americans were imprisoned in the 40s. I've been there a few times, and you can see the foundations of old prison buildings. Very sad.
Rachel C.
9 years on Hipcamp
July 2016
Truly a Beautiful Park with beautiful well spaced sites & a Lake to boot! Too bad none of the campsites are anywhere Near the lake, but their location in amongst the spruces & Pines lack for Nada!! Very popular.
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Marshall K.
9 years on Hipcamp
May 2016
Beautiful but remote campsite by the creek. Great area for birding, hiking, or atv's. There are first come, first serve camp or trailer sites for $10. There are bear boxes provided, lantern hook, picnic bench, and tent area & RV pad. There are no hook-ups or cell service. There is raised toilet & water spigot. You are able to access wi-fi at ranger station/visitor center about 1.5 miles away or at the Portal library parking lot.
Mildred O.
9 years on Hipcamp
I have just been googling Kentucky Camp for next spring's roadtrip. According to the website, you CAN camp anywhere outside the fence surrounding the property! No facilities, dirt road into it but accessible by 2wd.
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Connie S.
10 years on Hipcamp