About Gunsight Wash
Dispersed camping is available at Gunsight Wash near Why, Arizona in the Sonoran Desert. Camping on public lands away from developed recreation facilities is referred to as dispersed camping.
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Gunsight Wash
Ajo, Arizona · Pima County · Facility
Dispersed camping is available at Gunsight Wash near Why, Arizona in the Sonoran Desert. Camping on public lands away from developed recreation facilities is referred to as dispersed camping.
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32.23948, -112.75063
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Weather at Gunsight Wash
Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.
Today
Clear
93°/75°
🌬 20mph
↑ 6:25 AM ↓ 6:14 PM
Sat
Clear
94°/71°
🌬 18mph
↑ 6:26 AM ↓ 6:12 PM
Sun
Clear
97°/78°
🌬 25mph
↑ 6:27 AM ↓ 6:11 PM
Mon
Overcast
95°/77°
🌬 22mph
↑ 6:27 AM ↓ 6:10 PM
Tue
Overcast
95°/80°
🌬 8mph
↑ 6:28 AM ↓ 6:09 PM
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
How to Get There
Approximately 1.2 miles south of intersection of hwy 85 and 86 in Why on right side of road BLM land. Entrance just south of bridge over wash, through gate.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Plan Your Visit to Gunsight Wash
Heading to Gunsight Wash? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
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