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95% (123) • 36 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Florence
Santan Mountain Views
1. Santan Mountain Views
100%
(49)
17mi from Florence · 1 site
We do short term bookings 29 days or less. No monthly rates, sorry!
We are dog friendly, but PLEASE do not show up with dogs without indicating in your booking that you are bringing them. They MUST be kept on a leash at all times while here due to farm animals and wildlife on the property. Please respect and follow these requests so that others can enjoy bringing their dogs here in the future. :)
Peaceful desert escape with beautiful views of the Santan Mountains on 3.5 acre mini-ranch. We are in a quiet residential neighborhood with dark starry skies at night. Flat, private area behind main residence with a large cover. You will have about 1 acre of space to yourself. Quiet, rural feel yet less than 5 minutes from shopping, dining and conveniences. Full hookups-- Filtered water, 50 amp electric, and septic. Room to set up temporary horse panels. Walking distance to Santan regional park for miles of hiking, biking or horseback riding. 2 miles from Horseshoe park. Less than a mile to Santan flats.
Pets
Full hookups
from
$68
/ night
“Field of Dreams” Mesa AZ
2. “Field of Dreams” Mesa AZ
98%
(62)
27mi from Florence · 1 site
We are Kevin and Tammii. We moved to Mesa in 2019 to build our own “Field of Dreams”. In developing our property we added a Hip-Camp site to our vision. We’ve enjoyed hosting people from all around the country.
We’re can accommodate guests for up to three weeks and unable to offer monthly rates. We welcome families with up to two children. Pets are welcome, two or less, and we have a designated pet area for their use. There are two nice sitting areas, a laundry shed with washer, dryer, and drying rack. Internet access is also available.
More about the “Field of Dreams”:
Our site has a paved level concrete pad with 50 amp service, water, and septic. RVs are required to come with empty holding tanks because of the septic system. We can accommodate up to 43 feet in length RVs. There is a nice landscaped patio area with table, chairs, umbrella, and a privacy screen. There is also a propane fire pit available. Our site is close to Costco, Starbucks, local restaurants, grocery stores, pharmacies, and a mall. There is nearby mountain biking, hiking, and site seeing. We are 30 minutes from downtown Phoenix in a quiet residential area.
Pets
Full hookups
from
$60
/ night
Lush Desert Ranch
3. Lush Desert Ranch
95%
(10)
34mi from Florence · 1 site
You will be staying on several acres of lush desert filled with all types of desert plants, rocks and wildlife with mountain views! Explore around the property to find geodes, lava, granite, marble, limestone and more! Wildlife abounds with everything from rattlesnakes to cattle! We have several washes to explore and are told we are in an area with the most diverse desert plants. We are in view and an hour from Mt Lemon or 45 min to Picacho Peak and 30 min to Catalina State Park, Walmart and restaurants and a theater.
Pets
from
$36
/ night
Tonto National Forest
4. Tonto National Forest
89%
(41)
National forest 54mi from Florence · 1364 sites
Hike, bike, and camp in Arizona’s largest and most diverse national forest.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Pop-Inn Parking
5. Pop-Inn Parking
100%
(4)
28mi from Florence · 2 sites
RV pad with WATER and ELECTRIC available:
Size: 12’x 45’ pad
Water-connects to house faucet.
Electric-50 amp, lower amps requires adapter
NO DUMP ACCESS
NO WIFI
This RV pad is in a blocked off backyard that is adjacent an alleyway. The only entrance is through the alleyway, and RV resident parking available by pad in an enclosed area.
Please message with any questions!
5 mile away from Chase Field/Downtown Phoenix
3 miles away from South Mountain Park
Pets
Full hookups
from
$20
/ night
Gila River View
6. Gila River View
100%
(6)
41mi from Florence · 1 site
Savor the sounds of nature along the Gila River without your phone distracting you! This is a hidden retreat behind a locked gate where you can relax and reset away from technology and people. Your main visitors will be our cattle, horses, and wildlife. Feel free to fish or swim at the Gila River 300 yards from the campsite. Enjoy a mesquite fire to sit around or even cook on! Wood is provided! Enjoy a beautiful overlooking view of the river! Escape from the hustle and bustle and recharge!
We do currently have a rented camper on location but you won’t even notice each other. it’s away from the site and there’s plenty of space to enjoy.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$70
/ night
Palo Verde Basecamp
7. Palo Verde Basecamp
43mi from Florence · 1 site · Tent, RV
Back to BLM land with 360-degree mountain views and access! This level 1.5 acre parcel is nestled in Hidden Valley Estates at the base of the Palo Verde Mountains and soon to be home to The Palo Verde Regional Park. Gorgeous mountain views, and sunsets, close to paved roads, and close enough to Maricopa and Casa Grande for convenience but far enough away to avoid the hustle and bustle of city life. Plenty of room for horses and toys. No utilities, raw land, leave it as you found it.
Nearby
Skydiving - 5 min
Downtown Maricopa - 15 min
Harrahs Ak Chin Casino - 10 min
Dwarf Car Museum - 15 min
PHX airport - 60 min
Pets
from
$36
/ night
95% (123) • 36 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Florence
Santan Mountain Views
1. Santan Mountain Views
100%
(49)
17mi from Florence · 1 site
We do short term bookings 29 days or less. No monthly rates, sorry!
We are dog friendly, but PLEASE do not show up with dogs without indicating in your booking that you are bringing them. They MUST be kept on a leash at all times while here due to farm animals and wildlife on the property. Please respect and follow these requests so that others can enjoy bringing their dogs here in the future. :)
Peaceful desert escape with beautiful views of the Santan Mountains on 3.5 acre mini-ranch. We are in a quiet residential neighborhood with dark starry skies at night. Flat, private area behind main residence with a large cover. You will have about 1 acre of space to yourself. Quiet, rural feel yet less than 5 minutes from shopping, dining and conveniences. Full hookups-- Filtered water, 50 amp electric, and septic. Room to set up temporary horse panels. Walking distance to Santan regional park for miles of hiking, biking or horseback riding. 2 miles from Horseshoe park. Less than a mile to Santan flats.
Pets
Full hookups
from
$68
/ night
“Field of Dreams” Mesa AZ
2. “Field of Dreams” Mesa AZ
98%
(62)
27mi from Florence · 1 site
We are Kevin and Tammii. We moved to Mesa in 2019 to build our own “Field of Dreams”. In developing our property we added a Hip-Camp site to our vision. We’ve enjoyed hosting people from all around the country.
We’re can accommodate guests for up to three weeks and unable to offer monthly rates. We welcome families with up to two children. Pets are welcome, two or less, and we have a designated pet area for their use. There are two nice sitting areas, a laundry shed with washer, dryer, and drying rack. Internet access is also available.
More about the “Field of Dreams”:
Our site has a paved level concrete pad with 50 amp service, water, and septic. RVs are required to come with empty holding tanks because of the septic system. We can accommodate up to 43 feet in length RVs. There is a nice landscaped patio area with table, chairs, umbrella, and a privacy screen. There is also a propane fire pit available. Our site is close to Costco, Starbucks, local restaurants, grocery stores, pharmacies, and a mall. There is nearby mountain biking, hiking, and site seeing. We are 30 minutes from downtown Phoenix in a quiet residential area.
Pets
Full hookups
from
$60
/ night
Lush Desert Ranch
3. Lush Desert Ranch
95%
(10)
34mi from Florence · 1 site
You will be staying on several acres of lush desert filled with all types of desert plants, rocks and wildlife with mountain views! Explore around the property to find geodes, lava, granite, marble, limestone and more! Wildlife abounds with everything from rattlesnakes to cattle! We have several washes to explore and are told we are in an area with the most diverse desert plants. We are in view and an hour from Mt Lemon or 45 min to Picacho Peak and 30 min to Catalina State Park, Walmart and restaurants and a theater.
Pets
from
$36
/ night
Tonto National Forest
4. Tonto National Forest
89%
(41)
National forest 54mi from Florence · 1364 sites
Hike, bike, and camp in Arizona’s largest and most diverse national forest.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Pop-Inn Parking
5. Pop-Inn Parking
100%
(4)
28mi from Florence · 2 sites
RV pad with WATER and ELECTRIC available:
Size: 12’x 45’ pad
Water-connects to house faucet.
Electric-50 amp, lower amps requires adapter
NO DUMP ACCESS
NO WIFI
This RV pad is in a blocked off backyard that is adjacent an alleyway. The only entrance is through the alleyway, and RV resident parking available by pad in an enclosed area.
Please message with any questions!
5 mile away from Chase Field/Downtown Phoenix
3 miles away from South Mountain Park
Pets
Full hookups
from
$20
/ night
Gila River View
6. Gila River View
100%
(6)
41mi from Florence · 1 site
Savor the sounds of nature along the Gila River without your phone distracting you! This is a hidden retreat behind a locked gate where you can relax and reset away from technology and people. Your main visitors will be our cattle, horses, and wildlife. Feel free to fish or swim at the Gila River 300 yards from the campsite. Enjoy a mesquite fire to sit around or even cook on! Wood is provided! Enjoy a beautiful overlooking view of the river! Escape from the hustle and bustle and recharge!
We do currently have a rented camper on location but you won’t even notice each other. it’s away from the site and there’s plenty of space to enjoy.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$70
/ night
Palo Verde Basecamp
7. Palo Verde Basecamp
43mi from Florence · 1 site · Tent, RV
Back to BLM land with 360-degree mountain views and access! This level 1.5 acre parcel is nestled in Hidden Valley Estates at the base of the Palo Verde Mountains and soon to be home to The Palo Verde Regional Park. Gorgeous mountain views, and sunsets, close to paved roads, and close enough to Maricopa and Casa Grande for convenience but far enough away to avoid the hustle and bustle of city life. Plenty of room for horses and toys. No utilities, raw land, leave it as you found it.
Nearby
Skydiving - 5 min
Downtown Maricopa - 15 min
Harrahs Ak Chin Casino - 10 min
Dwarf Car Museum - 15 min
PHX airport - 60 min
Pets
from
$36
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Bob
4 days ago
30 ft fifth wheel
With pets
Quiet neighborhood, full hookups with 50 amps of power and access to a washer and dryer. Hosts very friendly.
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Dewaard
2 weeks ago
24 ft travel trailer
Full hook-ups available. Nice quiet neighborhood close to stores and gas stations. Tammii and her husband are great hosts and they gave me recommendations for dinner and local activities.
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Keith
2 weeks ago
43 ft fifth wheel
With pets
We were able to get our 46 ft trailer in, and they have a shade cover as well. Its not very remote, but the site itself has plenty of privacy. Julie was great, very helpful. I do recommend .
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Nathan
3 weeks ago
16 ft car
Great place, classic Sonoran desert landscape with clean and accessible site while still feeling relatively private. Site is bordered by a road as mentioned in other reviews, it’s a quiet neighborhood access road with a low speed limit- a handful of cars came and went during typical hours, was not disruptive at all to our stay.
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Jeremy
3 weeks ago
21 ft travel trailer
With kids
We didn't spend much time at the site, because we had so much to do in the area, but the site was super clean and level, the hosts were very welcoming - offering us advice for the area and even baking the kids some cookies, and the included laundry was very helpful. When our plans changed, they even worked to accommodate us. Thank you for hosting us!
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Paula
3 weeks ago
25 ft travel trailer
We loved Julie’s spot. It’s a beautiful desert level campsite on the foothills of a nature preserve. Shopping is also convenient. We could sit in the evenings and watch planes approach Gateway airport over the mountain and listen to the horses moving and nickering nearby. Julie is a great host and we will be back.
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Brian
February 2026
22 ft travel trailer
With pets
Wonderful stay and great host! Looking forward to a return vist!
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Megan
February 2026
26 ft travel trailer
With pets
We had a wonderful stay at Tammii's property. The space was very nice, clean, and spacious, and was a great location for exploring the Phoenix area. The laundry was also a fantastic touch (especially for us traveling with young kids). Tammii and her family were all so welcoming and kind, and we really couldn't have asked for a better stay! We'd highly recommend for anyone traveling to the Phoenix area.
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Thomas
February 2026
33 ft fifth wheel
Very comfortable place to stay. Kevin and Tammii are wonderful hosts. For being within the city limits, it was a very quiet neighborhood. Everything about the site was perfect.
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Shelby
January 2026
30 ft travel trailer
With pets
Julie’s property is the best! It’s centrally located, all the amenities you could need are within 10minutes. But for being so close to town, the property itself is so pretty and peaceful. Julie is so kind. We loved staying with her!
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hayden
January 2026
With kids
Great time spent on some scenic and peaceful property! Amber was very accommodating and made the experience definitely worthwhile. It was awesome seeing all of the farm animals as well as exploring the property as there was a lot to do. I feel like one night was definitely not enough and the next time I’m out here will definitely book multiple nights!
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Amy
January 2026
37 ft fifth wheel
Tammii was very quick with communication and was very welcoming when we arrived. The spot was just as described and pictured. I would definitely stay there again.
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Corey
December 2025
24 ft Class C
With pets
Tammii was accommodating and responsive. Pad was clean and spacious and away from the road. Very quiet. We will definitely come back when we're back in town!
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Mark
December 2025
45 ft Class C
Julie’s property is private, clean and well maintained.
This was our 3rd stay at this property and we look forward to the stay every time.
We always have a relaxing time while we are on property and enjoy the views and all of the scenery near by. Traffic in the area is extremely light with groceries and shopping close
Excited for our stay next year.
Julie is a welcoming host and it has always been great to see her when we arrive.
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David
December 2025
5 nights at Gila River View
This was one of the best places we've ever stayed! The host, Amber, was incredible and made sure we had everything we needed. The area is secluded and private and we never heard any noise other than nature. We loved that it's a working cattle ranch with horses, cattle, and pigs. The animals were all friendly and never bothered us. Oh, there was a very friendly barn cat that did snuggle with us a bunch! The camper was an amazing accommodation that offered everything we needed for an indoor experience and sleeping.
The hiking opportunities are endless here! With just a 10 minute hike you can be on the top of a mountain overlooking 2 different valleys that the Gila river runs through. In about a 20-25ish minute hike you can make it from the camp clear into a hidden valley on the back side and make it right up to a secret spot next to the Gila river. We spent half a day at this spot relaxing and enjoying the weather and nature!
It's about a 10 minute drive to the nearest town for any supplies or if you want a restaurant. We only went once to get more drinking water and we were back at camp within the hour!
We will definitely stay here again! We love the place and it's less than 2 hours from our house!
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Thank you so much Amber! We appreciated everything you did to make our stay wonderful!
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Christina
November 2025
25 ft travel trailer
With kids
This spot was fantastic!! Nice and private on our part and the hosts part. We did not feel like we were intruding on her space and she kept her distance making us feel like it was our own private spot. The views were beautiful. It was nice being in town and close to everything but not feeling like we were in the middle of the city! The animals were a huge bonus. Our boys loved seeing them and hearing them every morning. The communication was fantastic. The rules/expectations were very clear and reasonable. We will definitely keep this in mind for future travels.
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Chris
November 2025
18 ft travel trailer
With pets
It was perfect. Beautiful sunrises amazing neighbors and a hostess with the mostest.
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Kara
November 2025
25 ft Class C
With pets
We loved our stay here. So quiet, centrally located, views are stunning and waking up to horse faces and goat stomps is just the best. Will defintely be back!!
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sharon
October 2025
24 ft travel trailer
With pets
We loved camping here. The host, Julie gave clear directions. There were nice views and bunnies to watch. There was a shelter to keep the area shady. Would camp here again.
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Cody
October 2025
With pets
Huge open, peaceful ranch along the river made for an amazing stay for my family of 5 with 2 dogs in tow. Amber was very responsive and welcoming, would definitely recommend!
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