Description
At an elevation of 4,000 feet, this group area is located a short distance off Ruby Road near Pena Blanca Lake. It is available for use only by groups that reserve in advance. The access road is gated and locked when the area is not being used. Groups do come to Calabasas to enjoy the area's natural setting. Campsites here are spread out among a stand of oak trees within a shallow, grassy valley. A few well-worn pathways lead to low hilltops in the area where you will find good views of the surrounding valleys and mountains.
Facilities at Calabasas include 14 tables, 12 combination fire rings/grills, three (3) group barbecue grills, two (2) benches, parking area and toilets.
Since this group site is very spread out with its size, there is enough space to set up additional tables and facilities.
Services & Amenities:
| Within Facility |
- Bbq Grills
- Benches
- Camping
- Camping Overnight
- Cell phone service
- Fire Rings with grills
- Fishing Lake
- Group Camping Facility
- Group Grill
- Hiking
- Hunting
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- Lake
- Locked Fee Drop Box
- Parking
- Photography
- Picnic Tables
- Picnicing
- Restroom
- Sightseeing
- Stargazing
- Table
- Wildlife Viewing
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| Within 10 Miles |
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Alerts and Important Information
- Reservations must be made 4 days in advance.
- The area is closed to all but groups with reservations.
- No RV hook-ups.
- Pets must be on a leash.
- No drinking water.
- Pack and saddle stock are not permitted in campground or picnic areas.
- Firewood is not available. Bring your own wood or bring charcoal or a camp stove for cooking.
- Tree cutting is prohibited in the National Forest.
- Gas stoves can be used next to undeveloped sites. Fires must remain in structured grills provided at the group site.
- Quiet hours are between 10 pm and 6 am.
- Nearest medical facilities and additional supplies are in Nogales.
- Groups of over 50 must provide additional Porta-potties.
Getting There:
Calabasas (AZ)
303 Old Tucson Road
Nogales AZ 85621
From Tucson, take I-19 south for about 56 miles. Exit AZ 289 (Exit 12). Turn right (west) onto AZ Highway 289 (Ruby Road) and head to the Pe Blanca Recreational Area.
From Nogales, take I-19 north for about 4.4 miles. Exit AZ 289 (Exit 12). Turn left (west) onto AZ Highway 289 (Ruby Road) and head to the Pena Blanca Recreational Area.
