Beach camping in Arizona

Beach camping showcases Arizona's stunning waterways.

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Sacred Springs

5 sites · Lodging, Tents8 acres · Lake Montezuma, AZ
Sacred Springs A phenomenal, sacred riparian corridor. Sacred Springs offers a retreat for seekers of serenity and spiritual renewal. Just up the creek from the iconic Montezuma Castle National Monument and down from the enchanting Montezuma Well. Your journey will begin long before you arrive, as you enter into the sacred river valley and embark on the primitive road that leads to our desert oasis. From our campsites, you'll have the remarkable opportunity to witness the echoes of the past and the pulse of the present, as a active view of the nearby I-17 highway traces the path of this ancient route. As travelers journey along this prehistoric corridor, their footsteps echo those of countless generations who traversed these lands long before us. Driving atop the mesa, you'll feel the powerful frequency of the desert enveloping you and by the time you reach Sacred Springs you’ll sense, the immense potential for transformation and connection that awaits you. Our campsites have breathtaking, panoramic sunrise and sunset views and overlooks a powerful confluence of Wet Beaver Creek and Dry Beaver Creek. While Sacred Springs offers a breathtaking retreat amidst the beauty of nature, it's important to note the inherent dangers of our unique landscape. Perched on a cliff 60 feet above the creek, our property boasts stunning views and serene surroundings—but it also requires vigilance and care. The terrain here is steep and unforgiving, reminding us to slow down and savor each moment mindfully. (Please, remain on trails at all times.) With every step, it's crucial to remain fully present, ensuring proper footing and safe navigation at all times. As you explore the wonders of Sacred Springs, let this be an opportunity to hone your senses and cultivate a deeper connection with the earth beneath your feet. Embrace the challenge of traversing the rugged terrain, knowing that every cautious step brings you closer to the heart of this sacred sanctuary. This land holds the echoes of a prehistoric ancient community that thrived right here, utilizing irrigation for farming and dwelling in cliffside abodes. Picture yourself immersed in the rich history of the Hisat'sinom, sitting in a cave dwelling pondering about the daily lives of the ancients. You'll have the opportunity to reconnect with yourself, and to heal. Relax fully immersed in a natural riparian corridor as you hike along the creek, find your peace in one of our hammock swings next to the creek, or witness the breathtaking sunrise and sunset, from the best seat in Arizona. —With mindfulness and respect for the land, may your visit be one of discovery, growth, and profound reverence for the natural world. Sacred Springs. 🌞🏜️ Driving from Sacred Springs— •Fossil Creek: Distance: Approximately 35 miles Driving time: Around 1 hour and 30 minutes •BullPen: Distance: Approximately 21 miles Driving time: Around 1 hour •Snowbowl/ Humphrey’s Peak trailhead (Flagstaff): Distance: Approximately 65 miles Driving time: Around 1 hour and 20 minutes •Sedona/ Village of Oak Creek: Distance: Approximately 17 miles Driving time: Around 25 minutes •Montezuma Castle National Monument: Distance: Approximately 7 miles Driving time: Around 15 minutes •Tuzigoot Monument: Distance: Approximately 20 miles Driving time: Around 40 minutes •Cornville: Distance: Approximately 10 miles Driving time: Around 20 minutes •Camp Verde: Distance: Approximately 9 miles Driving time: Around 20 minutes •Cottonwood: Distance: Approximately 17 miles Driving time: Around 33 minutes •Jerome: Distance: Approximately 25 miles Driving time: Around 50 minutes •Grand Canyon, Bright Angel Lodge: Distance: Approximately 130 miles Driving time: Around 2 hours and 20 minutes •Prescott Downtown: Distance: Approximately 35 miles Driving time: Around 55 minutes •Phoenix Sky Harbor Distance: Approximately 100 miles Driving time: Around 1 hour and 40 minutes •Flagstaff: Distance: Approximately 50 miles Driving time: Around 1 hour •Four Corners: Distance: Approximately 276 miles Driving time: Around 4 hours 15 minutes
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Glamping In Navajoland

10 sites · Lodging40 acres · Page , AZ
We are a Native American owned large acreage working sheep ranch and off grid Glamping hotel offering guests a unique stay at our ranch on the Navajo Nation. Shash Diné is an ideal basecamp for Antelope Canyon, Lake Powell, the Colorado River, Zion, Bryce, Monument Valley, and both rims Gran Canyon
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Desert River Camp

8 sites · RVs, Tents20 acres · Fredonia, AZ
Located 5 minutes from the Kanab, Utah border in Fredonia, Arizona just 1 block off Hwy 89A. This RV site is located on a small ranch near a few friendly horses in a corral. This is a great spot because it's centrally located to all the national parks including Zion National Park, the North Rim of the Grand Canyon, Bryce Canyon, and lots of amazing places to explore and hike. Includes water tap with great drinking water, porta potty, picnic table and trash bin provided. NO SHOWER UNTIL JUNE 2023 DUE TO FREEZING LINES IN THE HOT WATER HEATER. Sorry, no fires due to the dry timber in the area.
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Antelope “Canyon” Hogan B&B

5 sites · Lodging20 acres · Le Chee, AZ
We are on the Navajo Reservation and welcoming visitor from all over to enjoy many night stays with us in your own private earth-home Hogan. To enjoy the hogan, stars and many other activities we have to offer. Come and enjoy the outdoors on our reservation with piece and quiet. Fact: Navajo land is bigger than the state of West Virginia.
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Antelope Canyon Navajo Hogan

6 sites · Lodging20 acres · Le Chee, AZ
The Navajo Reservation is one of the biggest which is bigger than the state of West Virginia of the Navajo People. The Navajo People are more caretakers of the the beautiful landscape that’s very secluded. The family where I come from own a big property because of our livestock of horses, cattle, goats and sheep. We been on this property for 100s of years and still going strong and it’s the land of the infamous of the “Upper Antelope Canyon” which is literally our backyard. There is so much history and culture meaning to the (Diné)Navajo land that the Diné people hold and cherish.Learn more about this land:We provide a private Navajo Hogan experience with a beautiful view 360 degree view. We are nearby all beautiful locations like the infamous Upper/Lower Antelope Canyon, Horseshoe Bend, Lake Powell, Antelope Point Marina, Little Colorado.
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Wind Dreamer Ranch - Meadview, AZ

10 sites · RVs10 acres · Meadview, AZ
Learn more about this land:Grand Canyon West, JoshuaTree Forrest, Lake Mead, Colorado River, Boating, WaterSports, Canoeing, Mountain Climbing, Hiking, Dirt Bike/ATV/UTV. Town of Meadview, AZ. Camsites are non-commerial , unimproved campsites. Some grading took place to remove jumping cactus and ground cover plants to make RV & Tent camping possible & more enjoyable. 😉 Campsites are next to miles of BLM lands & Mountain Range canyons. Call owner upon arrival to be shown campsites. Meet-up @ Family Dollar Store, 28955 Pierce Ferry Rd, Meadview.
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Silver Sunsets

3 sites · RVs, Tents2 acres · White Hills, AZ
Off-Grid eco friendly 2.2 acre property with 1 RV site with 12v solar charging station and 1 campsite with fire rings. Outhouse with TP on property. Firewood available as extra. Generator available as extra. Learn more about this land: Pitch your tent in the Mohave desert adjacent to the historic Silver mining district of White Hills or park your RV at our designated RV campsite.  End each day with amazing sunset views. We have Joshua trees, Mesquite trees, yucca and barrel cactus on the property. Just 4 miles off of Interstate Highway 93 and the new I-11. Close to Willow Beach, Temple Bar / Lake Mead and the West Rim of the Grand Canyon.
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The Broken Arrow Joshua Tree Escape

1 site · Lodging1 acre · Dolan Springs, AZ
This isn't your grandparents camper!!  My wife and I moved out to the Arizona Desert in December 2020 from New York City after owning a vintage shop in NYC and working in the event and entertainment industry for 20 years, with the dream of opening up a cool desert retreat and here we are! The Camper is fully restored and functional. Located on a fenced in acre adjacent to our main property. The 20,000 Btu Air conditioner cools it down fast in the summer. We provide electric heaters for the colder months or if requested. Sorry NO PETS allowed. You'll have the 1 acre lot all to yourselves. Enjoy the incredible starry nights under our Joshua Trees. Please keep the main gate CLOSED. Once the cattle gets in they are hard to remove. Located in Dolan Springs Arizona. The Gateway to The Grand Canyon West Rim and Skywalk. Just pass the Grand Canyon is Lake Mead South Cove and the Colorado River. Amazing scenic drives and BLM wilderness. We are located directly off the main road Pierce Ferry, 4WD not necessary! If you are staying for more than 1 night you will receive complimentary RV/Camper maintenance and water refills. You'll only see us if you NEED to see us.  Nestled between Joshua Trees and surrounded by other cactus species.  There is a private outdoor sofa area, a covered deck, propane fire ring in the fall and winter October thru May. The camper is connected to shore power and WiFi. Your water supply is onboard. 35 gallons of fresh water and a 5 gallon hot water tank. Make sure to adjust your shower regimen. The bathroom has plenty of towels, a first aid kit, body wash and everything else except shampoo.   The kitchen has pots and pans, A toaster, Microwave, 3/4 gas Fridge and gas Stove.  The bed is super comfortable memory foam and has down alternative comforters and pillows.  No open wood or charcoal fires please. The desert winds can pick up at any moment and turn open fires into disasters, fast.  This area is great for hiking! We are less then 20 mins from the densest Joshua Tree Forest in the world and 40 mins to the entrance of the Grand Canyon West rim. Dolan Springs Trail system is also very close with plenty of multi use built trails. Hiking, biking horse back riding are all allowed. I ride my MTB thru the trail system and it can be fun if you know what your doing. If your interested in riding a loop or two, please ask. I have developed a fun little ride and the best part is I leave from here! If we plan ahead I can take you on a tour. There is also great MTB trails in Kingman, Az. We are located: 1 hour from McCarren airport In Las Vegas. 1/2 hour from Willow Beachdf 5 hours from Los Angeles 3 hours to Zion 3 hours from Phoenix and 3 hours to Grand Canyon National Park. Check out our INSTAGRAM for more photos.  The Broken Arrow Camper!
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Classy Glamping Jackpot Ranch

8 sites · Lodging8 acres · Camp Verde, AZ
Classy Glamping is your go to glamping source for intimate exploration of the beautiful state of Arizona! We offer several different choices for venues throughout the season, from exciting, action-packed spots such as Jackpot Ranch & Nashwa Farms in Camp Verde, to remote locals like Concho, where you can really escape the constructs of society! From May 2021 until the end of July 2021, we will be set up at Jackpot Ranch, and then from August 2021 until the end of November, we will be renting tents at the beautiful Nashwa Farms. Our Concho destination is available all season long. Bookings fill up quickly, so don't hesitate! Reserve your tent today and escape with us! 
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White Hills Az. Campsite

1 site · RV, Tent1 acre · White Hills, AZ
The land is a one parcel in a centralized location in Arizona, has all your camping needs nearby, water, septic dump, food and gas. It is centralized between the Grand Canyon, Las Vegas, Laughlin, Colorado River, Lake Havasu, Willow Beach, Kingman. It butts up to BLM land, for biking, hiking, climbing, off road vehicles
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Beach camping in Arizona guide

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Don't let the desert and lack of ocean shores fool you, beach camping is actually possible in Arizona. You may find cabins, glamping tents, RV and tent campsites just steps from rivers, lakes, and ponds. Head up to the Mogollon Rim to find 10 high-altitude lakes for a cool summertime getaway. Hiking, biking, fishing, and paddling opportunities abound. For a desert lake vacation, Saguaro Lake, Canyon Lake, Patagonia Lake, Lee's Ferry, and Apache Lake are popular destinations. Arizona state parks, national parks, and national forests offer public campgrounds with beach camping, while private campsites take you to hidden gems or put you a short drive to the shores. Other destinations include Lake Mead, Lake Havasu, or the Colorado River. Beach camping in Arizona may be a luxury glamping experience, with wifi, hot tubs, and deluxe patios. Or, get away from it all in a rustic campsite, just steps from the water.

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