The best star host campgrounds near Bisbee, Arizona

Western heritage meets desert mountain landscapes in the old mining town of Bisbee. Tucked away in Southern Arizona—right across the border from Mexico—it's a haven for year-round camping. Driving a big rig? Get stoked about the trove of RV parks with full hookups around Bisbee (not to mention nearby Tombstone, McNeal, and Naco). If tent camping is more your style, drive past Sierra Vista to the Coronado National Forest. Cacti, rocky canyons, and rugged mountains lie just beyond your campfire. For s'more fun, hike or mountain bike the Chiricahua or Cochise Mountains. When the Arizona sun is beating down, cool off underground at Kartchner Caverns State Park. Explore a massive limestone cave--home the longest stalactite formation on the planet. Want to see the famous cave bats flying overhead? Spend the night at one of the RV sites, tent sites, or camper cabins. Bisbee's semi-arid climate makes for excellent camping weather in every season. But for bright and sunny days, avoid late summer and early fall—the height of monsoon season. The severe desert thunderstorms can put a damper on any camping trip.

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Western heritage meets desert mountain landscapes in the old mining town of Bisbee. Tucked away in Southern Arizona—right across the border from Mexico—it's a haven for year-round camping. Driving a big rig? Get stoked about the trove of RV parks with full hookups around Bisbee (not to mention nearby Tombstone, McNeal, and Naco). If tent camping is more your style, drive past Sierra Vista to the Coronado National Forest. Cacti, rocky canyons, and rugged mountains lie just beyond your campfire. For s'more fun, hike or mountain bike the Chiricahua or Cochise Mountains. When the Arizona sun is beating down, cool off underground at Kartchner Caverns State Park. Explore a massive limestone cave--home the longest stalactite formation on the planet. Want to see the famous cave bats flying overhead? Spend the night at one of the RV sites, tent sites, or camper cabins. Bisbee's semi-arid climate makes for excellent camping weather in every season. But for bright and sunny days, avoid late summer and early fall—the height of monsoon season. The severe desert thunderstorms can put a damper on any camping trip.

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1. Expansive Desert Views

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9.2mi from Bisbee · 1 site · Tent, RV · Palominas, AZ

This property is at the base of the Mule Mountains with views looking over the San Pedro River to the Huachuca Mountains, the lights of Sierra Vista and San Pedro Mexico. It's two miles away from the San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area, a popular trailhead for birdwatchers, hikers, and mountain bikers. It's just a 30 minute drive to Old Bisbee, a historic mining town with a vibrant music and art scene. Also within a half hour drive, you can reach the Coronado National Monument, or Miller Canyon. There is excellent cell coverage from Verizon, T-Mobile, and AT&T And... if you happen to fly a paramotor, you hit the jackpot. Just next to the camping spot, there is a landing zone. If you want to fly here, please get familiar with the local airspace. The riparian area has a 2000' requested minimum altitude. West of the river is restricted airspace and the boarder defense zone starts just six miles to the South. Heading to the North, then East, you are all clear. It's best to fly when the wind is coming from the West or South.

2. Harry and Barbara’s Windmill.

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15mi from Bisbee · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Mc Neal, AZ

The Sandhill Cranes are Back! We purchased our 20 acre homestead 16 years ago. The buildings were unlivable and land was overgrazed , but the windmill and sweet water well gave promise. We have been Restoring the land, allowing its native habitat to thrive. We now have a Year round vegetable garden, honeybees, orchard and grape vines. The adobe home and outbuildings and Sandhill (Crane) casita are restored with all recycle materials from the property. The 1.5 mile nature trail through grassland ,yucca and mesquite landscape provides solitude and 360 degree views of the sky islands in US and Mexico. Learn more about this land: Flat, well maintained, Paved road accesses our 20 acre private wildlife sanctuary. Boundary of Chihuahua and upper Sonoran deserts , 4100 feet, high desert, yucca , mesquite, grasslands. One of the top migratory birding regions in North America. Excellent windmill pumped water and a 1.5 mile walking nature trail. Heated and cooled casita (sleeps 2). Outdoor hot shower, compost toilet, outdoor fire pit and tables, games include corn hole and bocci at your door. Expansive views of 7 Sky Island mountain ranges and dark sky celestial wonder. Adjacent to globally significant Whitewater Draw wildlife refuge. 15 miles to historic Bisbee Arizona . Great climate.

3. Ramsey Canyon Cabins&Bird Sanctuary

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22mi from Bisbee · 3 sites · RVs, Lodging · AZ

Welcome to Ramsey Canyon Cabins where nature is at your doorstep! Come enjoy over a mile of trails, a busy bird garden and over 50 bird feeders throughout the 8 acres property. Coues deer, Goulds turkey, coatimundi and ringtail cats are just some of the wildlife that wander the property. With over a 1/4 mile of (seasonal) creek frontage, this is the place for ultimate relaxation. We offer 2 fully furnished cabins, 1 studio style unit(linens optional) and 3 RV parking spaces-up to 24ft with 30 amp electric

Stories from the community

Matt

April 2025

3 nights at Harry and Barbara’s Windmill.

We absolutely loved our stay at Sandhill Casita. The cozy quarters, the yard, the birds, and especially the host. We were made to feel very welcome here. If you love birding this place is a must. The yard is full of beautiful birds then it's only a 14 min drive to Whitewater Draw for even more variety of birds. I can't say enough good things about this place and the host. Hope we get the chance to visit this place again. Many blessings

Site #1 electric hookup. Just a short walk to an outdoor port o potty and a sink with fresh running water.

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Karen

April 2025

21 ft campervan

2 nights at Ramsey Canyon Cabins&Bird Sanctuary

Fantastic birding, wonderful trails and a great site. The wildlife and birding was the best in Sierra Vista. Obvious that the hosts love animals, are very knowledgeable with birding, and take such good care of the feeding stations and property. Beautiful area. Lovely hosts. The best Hipcamp venue I have ever visited, and highly recommend to all nature lovers.

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Mir

March 2025

Weekend Trip to Harry and Barbara’s Windmill.

Wonderful home, wonderful host! Make sure you're okay with an outdoor shower and bathroom (shower had great hot water and starry skies). Birds outside are a treat, and very comfortable inside even on warm days. We felt right at home

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Sharon

March 2025

Weekend Trip to Harry and Barbara’s Windmill.

I loved the birds and tranquility of the place! The casita has everything you need for a short and/or minimalist stay and is quite comfortable. The outdoor toilet and shower added to the experience (just take note of booking in the winter). I would definitely stay here again.

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Miriam

March 2025

2 nights at Harry and Barbara’s Windmill.

Gorgeous property with so many birds and a nice nature trail, also conveniently located for getting around the region and only 15 minutes from Whitewater Draw! The casita is very cute but I hadn't realized that both the toilet and shower are outdoors, so be prepared for that (and bring your own towel/shoes to walk back and forth).

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Audrey

March 2025

21 ft campervan

2 nights at Ramsey Canyon Cabins&Bird Sanctuary

Jen has the biggest and best bird garden I’ve ever visited. The rv space is easily accessible, and RCC is an easy, birds walk to the preserve. I’ll visit again 😁

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Damian

February 2025

16 ft campervan

2 nights at Ramsey Canyon Cabins&Bird Sanctuary

The RV sites were nice and level with a nearby porta-potty and hand washing station. The big plus, if you're a birder, are the bird sanctuary and trails that lead to numerous feeders, quiet spots to sit and observe birds, and trails around the property. We saw numerous hummingbirds, songbirds, turkeys, and a few raptors. At night, we were serenaded by whiskered screech owls. You can also walk about 0.2 miles to the TNC Ramsey Canyon Preserve, no need to drive anywhere! Jen and Greg were welcoming hosts, fun to chat with, and had some great suggestions of nearby places to visit, but their bird sanctuary is tough to leave! Definitely would stay here on the next visit

Nearby Sandhill cranes at Whitewater Draw

Grace

February 2025

Weekend Trip to Harry and Barbara’s Windmill.

So much peace and beauty! We loved our stay here and cannot wait to come back. We came down for the Sandhill cranes but had so much fun birding on the trails around the ranch. We enjoyed the listening to a Great Horned Owl in the evenings and a sky full of stars. Definitely a perfect stay if you want to be closer to nature and have comfortable amenities.

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Gary

January 2025

4 nights at Harry and Barbara’s Windmill.

Barbara and Harrys place is highly recommended. Its a unique experience on land clearly loved by the hosts. Thoughtfully and beautifully decorated in a simple way, this casita will make you haopy. And if you really want to get happy bicycle down to Whitewater to experience the life energy of 1000s of sandhill cranes. We need more places in the world like this one. Inanna and Gary

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Dale

December 2024

Tent

With pets

5 nights at Expansive Desert Views

Loved this camp spot, felt private the whole time. I needed somewhere to camp for a few days to hunt quail with my dogs, left thousands of dollars in camping gear unattended most of the day and everything was safe. Great views, amazing night sky. For tent campers, you will be unable to pound in ground stakes. I use a 1/2" impact wrench and 12" lags for my canvas tent and it took some time to find spots where we could fully sink most of the lags. Got it done and had a great time, will return for another hunt.

Denis

December 2024

24 ft Class C

7 nights at Expansive Desert Views

Quiet, private, and easily accessible, this campsite was a perfect retreat. The sunsets were breathtaking, painting the sky in vibrant hues, while the sunrises offered a peaceful start to the day. At night, the stars were absolutely stunning, creating a magical view that felt like you could almost reach out and touch them. It’s an ideal spot for anyone looking for a serene and scenic escape.

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Aurélien

November 2024

Tent

1 night at Expansive Desert Views

Perfect spot in a calm and quiet spot, lost in the desert with a beatiful view on the Huachaca mtns !