Pioneer Pass Camping Area
El Capitan, Arizona · 5,817 ft
Photos: USGS / USDA NAIP
At a glance
3 of 8 facts known · Forest Service data, checked Oct 3, 2026
- Elevation
- 5,817 ft (1,773 m)5,817 ft1,773 m
- Land
- Tonto National Forest
U.S. Forest Service
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About
Pioneer is a large site composed of dispersed campgrounds located in the Globe Ranger District of Tonto National Forest. Set in the cool Pinal Mountains, south of Pioneer Pass is the Bobtail Spring trail that leads to Pinal Peak along with the East Mountain Trail. These trails are fun for nature viewing, day hikes, and family outings.
Fees: No fees are required for this site
From OpenStreetMap, USDA Forest Service — Recreation Opportunities, and USFS INFRA Recreation Sites · Edit
Cell service
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Cell service at Pioneer Pass Camping Area: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- TueShowers And Thunderstorms Likely, 64% chance of rain55°45°
- WedSunny57°44°
- ThuSunny64°50°
- FriSunny, 7% chance of rain59°45°
- SatChance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms, 35% chance of rain53°45°
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Location and contact
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