When is Manning Camp Backcountry open?

Our record: Year-round (water seasonal).

National Park Service · Arizona

Manning Camp Backcountry (Saguaro NP)

Near Tucson, Arizona — $8 a night and tent sites only, no RV pads by our record.

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Can I bring an RV to Manning Camp Backcountry?

What length RV fits Manning Camp Backcountry? Our record: Manning Camp Backcountry is tent-only, with no RV pads. Permit required · book via Recreation.gov 2 months ahead. Book on the operator's own page.

Open: Our record: Year-round (water seasonal).

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Backcountry hike-in — 8.2 miles uphill from Douglas Spring trailhead. Permit per person per night. Manning Cabin is the only year-round water source in the Rincon backcountry; double-check ranger update before depending on it.

From our record

Open: Year-round (water seasonal)
Booking: Permit required · book via Recreation.gov 2 months ahead
On site: Dry / no hookups, Fire rings
Camping styles: Tent camping

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Manning Camp Backcountry (Saguaro NP) questions

What length RV fits Manning Camp Backcountry?: Our record: Manning Camp Backcountry is tent-only, with no RV pads.
When is Manning Camp Backcountry open?: Our record: Year-round (water seasonal).
How do I reserve a site at Manning Camp Backcountry?: Permit required · book via Recreation.gov 2 months ahead. Book on the operator's own page.

Before you go

Arizona rules for RV renters

Arizona rules

Verified 2026-05-10

Rental tax: 8.3%
Min driver age: 21+ · 25+ Class A
Gravel roads: Allowed
Generator quiet hours: 22:00-08:00
Alcohol in cabin: No open container
Dump station: Standard

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