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If you’d like to spend more than just the day, why not camp here under the magnificent Sonoran skies? Campsites are tucked among the magnificent saguaro cacti and mesquite trees in Posta Quemada canyon, an area developed in 1934 by the Civilian Conservation Corps. These grounds consist of two large areas, El Bosquecito and La Selvilla, plus a number of smaller areas totaling 30 individual sites.
Camping Rates
• Tent Camping: $10 per tent/night
• RV, Car and Horse Trailer Camping: $15 per vehicle/night
Check-in and pay at the Cave Shop before entering the camping area.
From east 22nd Street, turn south onto scenic Old Spanish Trail and follow it about 17 miles to Colossal Cave Mountain Park. Or, take I-10 east from Tucson to exit 279 (the Vail/Wentworth exit), turn north, and follow the signs for about 7 miles.
Our tour guide was Arik, he was excellent, knowledgeable, and funny. He took the time to explain the ins and outs of the caves very well. The cave tour was not too difficult and was a very unique experience especially if you have not been underground before!
Me and my son did the ladder tour of the cave.
We'd previously enjoyed the standard tour, but we were seeking something more adventurous. The ladder tour was exactly what we'd been looking for.
There is a real sense of danger and moments of walking in the dark. The ladder climbing is fun. Me and my 13 year-old son highly recommend!
Note: Arik was an excellent guide.
This "Classic" cave tour, with 8-10 people, was led by Eric. The cave was tremendously interesting with tight enough passages and minimal lighting to lend a degree mystery, challenge and excitement. Walkways and stairways - constructed largely by the CCC in the 1930s - were easy and safe enough without being theme park "manicured." Eric was a most excellent guide. He was knowledgeable about the history of the cave's discovery, exploration and exploitation and its geology and formation. His presentation was done with humor, intelligence and enthusiasm. Great fun.
I loved the tour and I’m not an out doors type of person. My boyfriend is very adventurous and he enjoyed the tour as well and would like to try the other tours they have to offer! ADAM our tour guide was very knowledgeable and passionate about his job. Adam kept us engaged in the tour the whole time!
The ladies in the gift shop were lovely and caring and even helped me charge my phone! The lady at the food stand cafe was also all smiles and lovely and made suggestions on most popular meals. Try the prickly cactus ice cream and the colossal pretzel if you can.
This was one of the best trips my boyfriend and I had and the price is unbeatable ! Treat yourself to this trip! You will have fun and the people there are ALL awesome. Went Friday .
