Twin Peaks Campground
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.
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Site mix
| RV, no hookups | 170 |
| Tent-only | 34 |
| Group tent areas | 3 |
| group rv area nonelectric | 1 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
208 sites in 4 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | RV Generator | RV | Pull-through | 40 | Paved | Partial | 6 / 2 | No | Basic | |
| 002 | RV Generator | RV | Pull-through | 28 | Paved | 6 / 2 | No | Basic | ||
| 003 | RV Generator | RV | Pull-through | 35 | Paved | 6 / 2 | No | Basic | ||
| 004 | RV Generator | RV | Pull-through | 40 | Paved | 6 / 2 | No | Basic | ||
| 005 | RV Generator | RV | Pull-through | 28 | Paved | 6 / 2 | No | Basic | ||
| 006 | RV Generator | RV | Pull-through | 28 | Paved | 6 / 2 | No | Basic | ||
| 007 | RV Generator | RV | Pull-through | 28 | Paved | 6 / 2 | No | Yes | Basic | |
| 008 | RV Generator | RV | Pull-through | 35 | Paved | 6 / 2 | No | Basic | ||
| 009 | RV Generator | RV | Pull-through | 28 | Paved | 6 / 2 | No | Basic | ||
| 010 | RV Generator | RV | Pull-through | 35 | Paved | 6 / 2 | No | Basic |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 01:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 45 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Tent pads | Yes |
| Fees | Group site fees: A flat fee of $50 per site per night for the group sites. There is a $25 entrance fee (good for seven days) payable upon arrival in addition to camping fees. Interagency Passes (America the Beautiful) are accepted. |
| Dark sky | Inside Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument, a certified International Dark Sky Park |
| Accessibility | Sites 007, 017, 032, 033 and 8 more are listed accessible |
- 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-#174, or the tent only sites, #175-#208. Generators are permitted in Group Campground sites #1 and #2 only.
- RVs are not permitted in sites 175-208.
- Ground fires are prohibited. Raised firepits are permitted.
- Kris Eggle Visitor Center hours are:
- May 1st - October 31st
- 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily
- November 1st - April 30th
- 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m daily.
- Free Wifi is available at the visitor center.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting 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.
| Nearest town | Ajo, Arizona |
| Coordinates | 31.9425° N, 112.8114° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 0.3 mi |
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Twin Peaks Campground Review | Organ Pipe National Monument
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Organ Pipe Cactus Wilderness.
- inOrgan Pipe Cactus Wilderness ↗Wilderness · National Park Service · 312,600 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Victoria MineSite · Lukeville · 1.8 mi
- Milton MineSite · Lukeville · 4.9 mi
- Gachado Well and Line CampBuilding · Lukeville · 5.1 mi
Natural features
Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument exhibits an extraordinary collection of plants and animals of the Sonoran Desert. This is a showcase for creatures who have adapted themselves to the extreme temperatures, intense sunlight, and little rainfall that characterize this Southwest region. Thirty-one species of cacti have mastered the art of living in this place, including the park's namesake and the giant saguaro. Here, the life of the Sonoran Desert is protected and allowed to flourish under nearly ideal wilderness conditions. The monument is an outstanding natural preserve where one of the Earth's major ecosystems survives almost unspoiled.
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.
Nearby
- Lukeville Port of Entry to Mexico - approximately 5 miles (8 km) to the south of the Kris Eggle Visitor Center and Twin Peaks Campground. Gas is available.
- Historic Ajo, AZ - approximately 33 miles (53 km) north of Twin Peaks Campground following SR 85. Gas, restaurants, shops, and groceries are available.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Twin Peaks Campground?
Sites at Twin Peaks Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Twin Peaks Campground?
Group site fees: A flat fee of $50 per site per night for the group sites. There is a $25 entrance fee (good for seven days) payable upon arrival in addition to camping fees. Interagency Passes (America the Beautiful) are accepted.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Twin Peaks Campground?
Check-in 01:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Twin Peaks Campground have?
209 sites, including 170 RV sites without hookups, 34 tent-only sites, 3 group tent areas, and 1 group rv area nonelectric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Twin Peaks Campground?
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are there showers or a dump station at Twin Peaks Campground?
Flush toilets and potable water are located within the campground.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Twin Peaks Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Twin Peaks Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Twin Peaks Campground?
Sites 007, 017, 032, and 033 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 12 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Twin Peaks Campground good for stargazing?
Yes. Twin Peaks Campground sits inside Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument, a certified International Dark Sky Park.
Source: DarkSky International
Is there cell service at Twin Peaks Campground?
FCC coverage maps show AT&T 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Twin Peaks Campground?
Along with photography and birding, hiking is ideal here. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Twin Peaks Campground?
Ajo, Arizona. Lukeville Port of Entry to Mexico - approximately 5 miles (8 km) to the south of the Kris Eggle Visitor Center and Twin Peaks Campground. Gas is available.
Source: Getting there