Gilbert Ray Campground
Tucson Mountain Park
Write a Review 8451 W. McCain Loop Rd. Tucson, AZ 85735 520-403-8116 520-724-5000 Official WebsiteGPS: 32.2208, -111.1444
Overview of Gilbert Ray Campground
Weight restrictions apply to Gates Pass Rd. Long rigs should enter Tucson Mountain Park from Ajo Highway to Kinney Rd.
Generators are not permitted. Dogs are not allowed in Tucson Mountain Park, however, they are allowed in the campground.
Last Price Paid: $20
Reported by ElaineS on 6/29/2024
Longest RV Reported: 40 feet (Class A)
Reported by Geardowntravels on 1/12/2022
Number of Sites 130
Pad Type gravel
Reservations yes
Elevation 2,624 ft / 799 m
Max Stay 7
Tent Camping Yes
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Q&A - Ask the Community about Gilbert Ray Campground
To ask questions of the owner or manager please contact the campground directly. 520-403-8116
Kkenney asked on 2/14/2023
Are the site lengths listed on-line accurate? Looking at a site that is 28’ long, but we are 31.5’. Class C.
TwoChihuahuasTraveling asked on 2/6/2023
Are the skies pretty dark? Yes,I know that they're pretty, but, we'd love to see the stars! Thanks!
Ledhead asked on 1/2/2022
From what I'm seeing, I take it there are no sewer hookups at the sites?
nygirly asked on 2/11/2021
Does Gilbert Ray Campground have standard plug 15 amp electric service at the campsites?
Reviews of Gilbert Ray Campground 155 people have reviewed this location.
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“Nice Views But Challenging Sites”
Reviewed 2/26/2021
| Nightly rate: | $20 |
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| Days stayed: | 4 |
| Site Number: | A- 73 |
| RV Length: | 27' (Travel Trailer) |
Overall Rating
Gilbert Ray is on a plateau west of Tucson and has nice views looking west over the valley. Sites in A Loop have some privacy between campers. Many of the sites seem tight with not much extra space. Our site- A73– was designated a 28’ site and we were able to back in our 27’ trailer into the site but there was a large Prickly Pear... more
Gilbert Ray is on a plateau west of Tucson and has nice views looking west over the valley. Sites in A Loop have some privacy between campers. Many of the sites seem tight with not much extra space. Our site- A73– was designated a 28’ site and we were able to back in our 27’ trailer into the site but there was a large Prickly Pear cactus plant right in the middle of the back end of the site which meant our trailer door and the tailgate of the truck opened right onto the cactus. It seemed like that cactus could have been removed when the site was graded. So beware of unexpected obstacles on the sites. Overall it’s a nice campground. Quiet. Well maintained. A good 20 + min drive to west side of Tucson and grocery stores.
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Redhead would stay here again
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“Beautiful Park”
Reviewed 2/19/2021
| Nightly rate: | $20 |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | 61 |
Overall Rating
Nice park with a lot of sites. Most seem to be pretty level. We backed into site 61 and we were level. Plugged into power and enjoyed the beautiful view. Awesome sunsets and sunrises. Nice trails to walk on. Walked the loops several times and always found friendly people to talk to. Staff was very nice and check in and check out... more
Nice park with a lot of sites. Most seem to be pretty level. We backed into site 61 and we were level. Plugged into power and enjoyed the beautiful view. Awesome sunsets and sunrises. Nice trails to walk on. Walked the loops several times and always found friendly people to talk to. Staff was very nice and check in and check out was seamless, very easy. We are going back at the end of March to see the flowers in bloom.
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MiloBramble would stay here again
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“So amazing!”
Reviewed 2/16/2021
| Nightly rate: | $25 |
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| Days stayed: | 3 |
| Site Number: | A27 |
| RV Length: | 21' (Fifth Wheel) |
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We loved this campground so much! Sites are a little smaller and no water hookup but the views and park were incredible. Everyone was extremely friendly!
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Emily would stay here again
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“This is a magical place!”
Reviewed 2/6/2021
| Nightly rate: | $20 |
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| Days stayed: | 4 |
| Site Number: | 46 |
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We loved this cg so much we asked about being hosts here! Just beautiful scenery, the views of the desert can't be beat. The sunsets and sunrises, well, there are no words.
Clean, quiet, pretty level gravel sites with picnic tables. Bathrooms are open, no showers. Nice dump area and potable water everywhere throughout the park.
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Mac would stay here again
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“Great Desert Experience”
Reviewed 2/4/2021
| Nightly rate: | $23 |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | 28 |
| RV Length: | 25' (Class B Plus) |
Overall Rating
Great spot with beautiful desert and mountain views. Level gravel area with electric and water off a paved loop road . Dumping station, trash, and recycling available. Was surprised at how quiet it became after dark considering how full it was and how close together the sites were. Lots of trails nearby and just a 10 minute drive to Sa... more
Great spot with beautiful desert and mountain views. Level gravel area with electric and water off a paved loop road . Dumping station, trash, and recycling available. Was surprised at how quiet it became after dark considering how full it was and how close together the sites were. Lots of trails nearby and just a 10 minute drive to Saguaro National Park. Unfortunately RVs are not allowed on the Bajada scenic loop road. We will definitely come back when we can spend more time exploring the area. As newbies, we were informed by locals to bring led lights for under the engine and chassis next time to prevent pack rats from causing significant damage to the wires.
2BSINAPOD would stay here again
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“WOW”
Reviewed 1/21/2021
| Nightly rate: | $20 |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | 13 |
| RV Length: | 15' (Travel Trailer) |
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Beautiful campground. I arrived without a reservation and was given a space in the First Come First Served area, H Loop. The space was a back in type. Electricity and a picnic table are in the space. There are also Water and a Dump Stations available. Very clean and well managed. The Staff were friendly and helpful. There are plenty ... more
Beautiful campground. I arrived without a reservation and was given a space in the First Come First Served area, H Loop. The space was a back in type. Electricity and a picnic table are in the space. There are also Water and a Dump Stations available. Very clean and well managed. The Staff were friendly and helpful.
There are plenty of trails for walking, hiking and running through this beautiful part of the desert.
I will definitely stay here again.
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Sandor Quackenbush would stay here again
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Reviewed 1/10/2021
| Nightly rate: | $20 |
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| Days stayed: | 7 |
| Site Number: | A62 |
| RV Length: | 37' (Class A) |
Overall Rating
Great location for visiting Saguaro NP west. Reservations made on line. Campground does have some FCFS (loop H) available. Roads are paved, sites are gravel, easy to level. Sizes of sites available online. There is a dump station with 2 dumps. Potable water also located nearby. Dumpsters & water spigots conveniently located throughout ... more
Great location for visiting Saguaro NP west. Reservations made on line. Campground does have some FCFS (loop H) available. Roads are paved, sites are gravel, easy to level. Sizes of sites available online. There is a dump station with 2 dumps. Potable water also located nearby. Dumpsters & water spigots conveniently located throughout park. They do have an area for recycling near check in. Bathrooms available, but sis not use. Electricity at site (breaker box not at site, just an outlet). Good Verizon signal, able to text, call, and stream videos. Able to watch TV with over the air signal. Hosts do a good job. A camper left their two large dogs outside on toy hauler all afternoon while they left the campground (even though it’s against the rules). Dogs barked constantly for hours. Hosts did leave a note at campers site, and waited until they returned to speak to them. Hosts followed up with other campers nearby to site to keep people updated. The dogs were not an issue the rest of the stay, and were never left unattended outside again.
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Dawn would stay here again
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“Surrounded by saguaro cactus ”
Reviewed 12/21/2020
| Nightly rate: | $20 |
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| Days stayed: | 7 |
| Site Number: | A56 |
| RV Length: | 30' (Travel Trailer) |
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What a nice campground. Very quiet, wide open night skies and lots of trails around. There are good large sites especially in A loop. Bathrooms are clean and a nice way to extend our tanks as the dump and water fill are central to the campground. There are water faucets between every 3 or 4 sites. They have only been taking reservation... more
What a nice campground. Very quiet, wide open night skies and lots of trails around. There are good large sites especially in A loop. Bathrooms are clean and a nice way to extend our tanks as the dump and water fill are central to the campground. There are water faucets between every 3 or 4 sites. They have only been taking reservations (loops A-C) for a year max stay of 7 days and their website is difficult to navigate. Loop H is first come no reservations. The staff are very friendly and helpful.
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Jktravelers would stay here again
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“Nice sites”
Reviewed 12/13/2020
| Days stayed: | 2 |
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| Site Number: | C26 |
| RV Length: | 25' (Travel Trailer) |
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We stayed in C Loop which is the smaller of all and we liked it. Electrical hook up but no water. Luckily we had a spigot next to our site so we could fill up gallons of water if need be. The sites are close but not too bad.
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RocketgirlDC would stay here again
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“Beautiful spot surrounded by desert landscape.”
Reviewed 12/9/2020
| Nightly rate: | $27 |
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| Days stayed: | 4 |
| Site Number: | 8 |
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This place is beautiful. We nestled our camper in among the cactus and desert landscape for a few peaceful, starry nights. Large rigs will have a harder time fitting in to some of the sites, but other than that we have no complaints. It wasn't too hard to get in to Tucson and you could hike or drive into the Tucson hills for sunsets. C... more
This place is beautiful. We nestled our camper in among the cactus and desert landscape for a few peaceful, starry nights. Large rigs will have a harder time fitting in to some of the sites, but other than that we have no complaints. It wasn't too hard to get in to Tucson and you could hike or drive into the Tucson hills for sunsets. Close to Saguaro National Park is a huge plus as well.
Would stay here again.
satravis would stay here again
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Amenities
Hookups
- 30 Amp
- Partial Hookups
Recreation
- picnic area
- recreation trail
Site Amenities
- big rig
- picnic table
- pull thru
Facilities
- dump station
- ADA Accessible
- recycle
- restrooms: flush
- trash
- water available
Pets
- pets
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