Overview Twin Peaks Campground is located within Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument, in the heart of the Sonoran Desert along the United States border with Mexico. This landscape reveals a thriving community of plants, animals, and human stories that echo throughout this desert preserve, chronicling thousands of years…
Overview Twin Peaks Campground is located within Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument, in the heart of the Sonoran Desert along the United States border with Mexico. This landscape reveals a thriving community of plants, animals, and human stories that echo throughout this desert preserve, chronicling thousands of years of desert living. A scenic drive, a wilderness hike, or a night of camping will expose you to a flourishing, living desert. Recreation Along with photography and birding, hiking is ideal here. There is a 0.9 mile (1.4 km) perimeter trail around Twin Peaks Campground, and the 1.2 mile (2 km) Desert View Trail located near the group camping area. Beyond the campground area, miles of hiking trails lace Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument, some easy, others more strenuous. Some of the best hiking is off the beaten trails out in the canyons with a map and compass to guide you. Always carry water and snacks, and avoid hiking during the hottest parts of the day. More detailed trail information is available in person at the Kris Eggle Visitor Center. Facilities Twin Peaks offers both group and single campsites. Campsites are available by reservation only. Same day reservations may be available. Reservations can be made up to 6 months in advance.Flush toilets and potable water are located within the campground.All campsites have picnic tables and charcoal grills.Restrooms have running water and restrooms 1,4 & 5 have solar heated showers. Water may not be warm on cloudy days, or early in the morning.Restrooms 3,4, and 6 are closed April-December.Site numbers 71-145 are closed April-December.Site numbers 1,7,15,17,21,178,183,187,193, and 203 have shade structures.No hookups available for electricity, water or sewer. A dump station is located at the southern end of the campground, past the last row of tent campsites.Generators are permitted in campsites #1-#112 from 8:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. only. Generators are not permitted in RV sites #113-
Photos
Twin Peaks dump station, with trash receptacles and potable/non-potable hoses. — NPS Photo/Cate BlanchA picnic table surrounded by desert plants. — NPS Photo/Cate BlanchInformation boards and wall plugs at the ramada. — NPS Photo/Cate BlanchA photo of the amphitheater at TWIN PEAKS CAMPGROUND, with many benches and a screen. — NPS Photo/Cate BlanchA red-tailed hawk sitting in a tree. — Share the Experience Photo Contest: Paul_PeetersThe interior of the campground bathrooms, featuring an ADA stall and shower. — NPS Photo/Cate BlanchA tent pad and picnic table at a tent site at TWIN PEAKS CAMPGROUND — NPS Photo/Cate BlanchA photo of ADA accessible RV site at TWIN PEAKS CAMPGROUND — NPS Photo/Cate BlanchThe ADA accessible portion of the Perimeter Trail connecting with the accessible trail to the amphitheater at TWIN PEAKS CAMPGROUND — NPS Photo/Cate BlanchA palo verde tree with many yellow flowers. — NPS PhotoThe Victoria Mine trail trailhead sign at TWIN PEAKS CAMPGROUND — NPS Photo/Cate BlanchTwin Peaks Campground Ocotillo Bloom — NPS Photo
How to Get There
The Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument boundary is 4 miles (6.4 km) south of Why, AZ following AZ SR 85. The Kris Eggle Visitor Center is 22 miles (5 km) south of Why. The Kris Eggle Visitor Center is located on the west side of AZ SR 85 between mile markers 75 and 76. Twin Peaks Campground is approximately 1.5 miles (2.4 km) from the Kris Eggle Visitor Center. Once you have exited AZ SR 85 and arrive at Kris Eggle Visitor Center, the road leading to the campground is the first left just past the visitor center. Follow signs for the campground. From the North (Phoenix): take I-10 East to AZ SR 85 south. Or, take I-10 east to AZ SR 347 south, to AZ 238 west, to AZ SR 85 south. From the East (Tucson): take AZ SR 86 to Why, then turn left on AZ SR 85, heading south. From the West (Yuma/California): follow I-8 to Gila Bend or I-10 to Buckeye, to AZ SR 85 south. From the South (Sonoyta, Mexico): travel north towards Lukeville, AZ on Mexico Rt. 2. The Kris Eggle Visitor Center is five miles north of Lukeville on AZ SR 85.
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Plan Your Visit to TWIN PEAKS CAMPGROUND
Heading to TWIN PEAKS CAMPGROUND? 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
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for TWIN PEAKS CAMPGROUND?
No central reservation system listed for TWIN PEAKS CAMPGROUND. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/270816) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How many campsites are at TWIN PEAKS CAMPGROUND?
TWIN PEAKS CAMPGROUND has 209 campsites. Site amenities (hookups, vehicle limits, ADA access) vary — see the individual campsite pages for details.
How do I get to TWIN PEAKS CAMPGROUND?
The Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument boundary is 4 miles (6.4 km) south of Why, AZ following AZ SR 85. The Kris Eggle Visitor Center is 22 miles (5 km) south of Why. The Kris Eggle Visitor Center is located on the west side of AZ SR 85 between mile markers 75 and 76. Twin Peaks Campground is approximately 1.5 miles (2.4 km) from the Kris Eggle Visitor Center. Once you have exited AZ SR 85 and a…
How do I contact TWIN PEAKS CAMPGROUND?
You can reach the park at phone: 520-387-6849 x 7302 or email: [email protected].
