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The best river, stream, or creek camping near Gilbert
97% (181) • 9 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Gilbert
Cave Creek Quiet Homestead
1. Cave Creek Quiet Homestead
98%
(167)
37mi from Gilbert · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Quiet slice of heaven under the stars on our homestead.
We continue to have reduced our camping experience for our winter 2025 season to keep our site secluded and private. Please check back for open dates and sites
Our space offers a tranquil setting with several camping options.
Site # 1: Glamping Tent is Closed for 2025 season. We are offering tent campers at this site on a limited availability.
Site #2: Saguaro Camp site. Bring your tent or rent one of ours.
Site # 3: RV Glamping. Queen size bed with a dinette that can be used as an extra bed for the little ones.
Site # 4 RV, Pop Ups or Living Quarters with horses/mules
Site # 5 Boarding for Horses or Mules
We offer Communal Spaces with restroom, grill, table, other seating with larger fire-pit. Feel free to visit our horses, chickens or hike our beautiful trails right from the property.
Enjoy the horses, the stars at night and our neighboring coyotes sing if you are lucky.
Our home is close by, the little white farmhouse on the hill.
Thank you for looking!
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$25
/ night
Boulder hideout
2. Boulder hideout
100%
(27)
43mi from Gilbert · 1 site
In the middle of the vast Florence desert lies the most beautiful, enormous granite boulders that you have ever seen! This majestic place has also been home to the Hohokam indian tribe thousands of years ago, with pottery and arrowheads scattered throughout the property to carved out holes in rocks used for cooking, The Boulders is rich with history. We welcome you to an unforgettable glamping experience right in the middle of these granite giants!
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$150
/ night
The Sunset Nooks
3. The Sunset Nooks
93%
(30)
49mi from Gilbert · 4 sites
This property is in a one of a kind location that puts you on the lake in a two minute walk…. Or you can hike the Gila River in a 20 minute walk. I do have a small row boat to use as well. Just ask. The Sunset Nooks provides a fishing pole with a cooler and easy up tent as well as .tables chairs bbq utensils charcoal and sometimes wood for the fire pit. It’s a pretty cool spot to chill with shade to relax and read books and or meditate.Thanks and see y’all soon
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from
$55
/ night
Off Road Camp @ Jurassic Ranch
4. Off Road Camp @ Jurassic Ranch
36mi from Gilbert · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
A quiet horse ranch located 1,000 feet from the BLM Offroad Trailhead, offering mountain views in three directions, hiking trails, and hilltops within walking distance. Hundreds of Indian petroglyphs are just 3–4 miles up the offroad trail, easily reachable by any 4x4 vehicle with at least 6–8 inches of ground clearance. Popular 4x4 trails are available for SxS, ATV, UTV, and dirt bikes.
There is a large sandy wash for high-speed SxS riding, varying up to the equivalent of six lanes wide. We also have a 4x4 Side by Side (Polaris Ranger XP Crew, fully enclosed) that seats four adults and two kids, available for rent at an additional cost. WiFi and water are available on the property. Target shooting is also available in a canyon just five minutes up the trail.
Pets
Campfires
Water hookup
from
$32
/ night
Top of the World Haven
5. Top of the World Haven
44mi from Gilbert · 1 site · Tent, RV
Top of the World Haven is a 2 plus acre at elevation 4600 near Miami, AZ.
It is 8 miles east of Superior, AZ and 8 miles west of Miami, AZ. It is known for the lower temperatures than most of the hot, airy weather of the rest of Arizona. The nights can drop to much cooler temperatures, which makes it perfect for sleeping !!! This property is drycamping ONLY !!! RV, van, motorhome or travel trailer.
Toilets
from
$32
/ night
Eagle View RV Resort at Fort McDowell
6. Eagle View RV Resort at Fort McDowell
19mi from Gilbert · 21 sites
Welcome to Eagle View RV Resort (Asah Gweh Oou-o), a truly unique destination that combines the rich history of the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation with the breathtaking beauty of the Arizona landscape. Nestled on the eastern edge of Scottsdale, Arizona, our premier RV resort offers stunning views of the Four Peaks rising majestically from the desert floor, while the Verde River flows nearby, providing a vital resource for local wildlife.
At Eagle View RV Resort, we celebrate the ancient traditions and culture of Arizona, creating an atmosphere that is both welcoming and enriching. As you take in the panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and watch eagles soar overhead, you'll quickly understand why this region holds a special place in our hearts.
Our resort is the ultimate haven for RV enthusiasts, boasting ideal weather conditions and a range of local amenities that set us apart from other RV parks. With spacious sites and a commitment to privacy, we ensure that your stay is comfortable and enjoyable.
Eagle View RV Resort is also well-equipped to host RV rallies and caravans of all sizes. Whether you need multiple RV sites or wish to organize a group outing at Fort McDowell Adventures, we are here to cater to your specific needs and preferences. Experience the best of Southwest RVing at Eagle View
97% (181) • 9 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Gilbert
Cave Creek Quiet Homestead
1. Cave Creek Quiet Homestead
98%
(167)
37mi from Gilbert · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Quiet slice of heaven under the stars on our homestead.
We continue to have reduced our camping experience for our winter 2025 season to keep our site secluded and private. Please check back for open dates and sites
Our space offers a tranquil setting with several camping options.
Site # 1: Glamping Tent is Closed for 2025 season. We are offering tent campers at this site on a limited availability.
Site #2: Saguaro Camp site. Bring your tent or rent one of ours.
Site # 3: RV Glamping. Queen size bed with a dinette that can be used as an extra bed for the little ones.
Site # 4 RV, Pop Ups or Living Quarters with horses/mules
Site # 5 Boarding for Horses or Mules
We offer Communal Spaces with restroom, grill, table, other seating with larger fire-pit. Feel free to visit our horses, chickens or hike our beautiful trails right from the property.
Enjoy the horses, the stars at night and our neighboring coyotes sing if you are lucky.
Our home is close by, the little white farmhouse on the hill.
Thank you for looking!
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$25
/ night
Boulder hideout
2. Boulder hideout
100%
(27)
43mi from Gilbert · 1 site
In the middle of the vast Florence desert lies the most beautiful, enormous granite boulders that you have ever seen! This majestic place has also been home to the Hohokam indian tribe thousands of years ago, with pottery and arrowheads scattered throughout the property to carved out holes in rocks used for cooking, The Boulders is rich with history. We welcome you to an unforgettable glamping experience right in the middle of these granite giants!
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$150
/ night
The Sunset Nooks
3. The Sunset Nooks
93%
(30)
49mi from Gilbert · 4 sites
This property is in a one of a kind location that puts you on the lake in a two minute walk…. Or you can hike the Gila River in a 20 minute walk. I do have a small row boat to use as well. Just ask. The Sunset Nooks provides a fishing pole with a cooler and easy up tent as well as .tables chairs bbq utensils charcoal and sometimes wood for the fire pit. It’s a pretty cool spot to chill with shade to relax and read books and or meditate.Thanks and see y’all soon
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from
$55
/ night
Off Road Camp @ Jurassic Ranch
4. Off Road Camp @ Jurassic Ranch
36mi from Gilbert · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
A quiet horse ranch located 1,000 feet from the BLM Offroad Trailhead, offering mountain views in three directions, hiking trails, and hilltops within walking distance. Hundreds of Indian petroglyphs are just 3–4 miles up the offroad trail, easily reachable by any 4x4 vehicle with at least 6–8 inches of ground clearance. Popular 4x4 trails are available for SxS, ATV, UTV, and dirt bikes.
There is a large sandy wash for high-speed SxS riding, varying up to the equivalent of six lanes wide. We also have a 4x4 Side by Side (Polaris Ranger XP Crew, fully enclosed) that seats four adults and two kids, available for rent at an additional cost. WiFi and water are available on the property. Target shooting is also available in a canyon just five minutes up the trail.
Pets
Campfires
Water hookup
from
$32
/ night
Top of the World Haven
5. Top of the World Haven
44mi from Gilbert · 1 site · Tent, RV
Top of the World Haven is a 2 plus acre at elevation 4600 near Miami, AZ.
It is 8 miles east of Superior, AZ and 8 miles west of Miami, AZ. It is known for the lower temperatures than most of the hot, airy weather of the rest of Arizona. The nights can drop to much cooler temperatures, which makes it perfect for sleeping !!! This property is drycamping ONLY !!! RV, van, motorhome or travel trailer.
Toilets
from
$32
/ night
Eagle View RV Resort at Fort McDowell
6. Eagle View RV Resort at Fort McDowell
19mi from Gilbert · 21 sites
Welcome to Eagle View RV Resort (Asah Gweh Oou-o), a truly unique destination that combines the rich history of the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation with the breathtaking beauty of the Arizona landscape. Nestled on the eastern edge of Scottsdale, Arizona, our premier RV resort offers stunning views of the Four Peaks rising majestically from the desert floor, while the Verde River flows nearby, providing a vital resource for local wildlife.
At Eagle View RV Resort, we celebrate the ancient traditions and culture of Arizona, creating an atmosphere that is both welcoming and enriching. As you take in the panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and watch eagles soar overhead, you'll quickly understand why this region holds a special place in our hearts.
Our resort is the ultimate haven for RV enthusiasts, boasting ideal weather conditions and a range of local amenities that set us apart from other RV parks. With spacious sites and a commitment to privacy, we ensure that your stay is comfortable and enjoyable.
Eagle View RV Resort is also well-equipped to host RV rallies and caravans of all sizes. Whether you need multiple RV sites or wish to organize a group outing at Fort McDowell Adventures, we are here to cater to your specific needs and preferences. Experience the best of Southwest RVing at Eagle View
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Samantha
February 2026
5 nights at Boulder hideout
This tiny house and off-grid spot is perfect for a tech-free getaway. Comfy bed, thoughtful touches, and most importantly, Sonoran desert as far as the eye can see. Prepare to see the stars in a new light!
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Sonic
February 2026
Tent
Cory is a one-of-a-kind soul. He's kind and has so much to give. His place was built by this energy. Highly recommended to see his place and spend some time at the lake. Thank you for being a wonderful host!
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Ryan
January 2026
Tent
With kids
Very helpful resting place. Making a fire was fun. We heard animals but she warned us of that. Owl 🦉 watched over us too.
My son enjoyed the horses. Thank you Shantelle
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Paige
January 2026
Tent
Group trip
Cory was an amazing host! Very informative and always around when we had a question! Would 10/10 recommend staying here!
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yingying
November 2025
Tent
With kids
Great place, great people! Cory is truly one of the most hospitable and friendly people you could ever meet. He set up the fire for us before we arrived, lent us his fishing rod, and even showed us the beautiful route to the private lake. He also shared his amazing biking skills with my son, which made the experience even more memorable. The night we spent there was peaceful and quiet, and the place had everything we needed—water, a bathroom, and all the conveniences you could hope for.
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Amanda
November 2025
With kids
Super private and beautiful location. It was awesome to be able to see all the stars at night. The place was clean and cozy and perfect for what we needed. I do recommend bringing extra lighting, if you want to move around at night. Thankfully we did. I would return
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James
November 2025
26 ft travel trailer
This most recent stay was our 4th time at Shantel’s. Convenient to local restaurants and hiking parks. After a full day, returning to our site really allows us to unwind. We can’t wait to go back
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Connor
November 2025
Tent
With kids
Directions clear, found the site after dark without issue. Cory is responsive and provides a welcoming site. Site has two well placed trees to provide natural shade for the tent. Site is fenced in, with a swing close gate - provides peace of mind for those with kids. Plenty of space, we fit a 10 person and a canopy with space for likely 1-2 more tents.
We biked to the lake, very tucked location, not public access, so had it to ourselves. Great view of the distant mountains. Fish may be smarter than us as we only managed a small tilapia, but the lake is lively with plenty of fish jumping out along the shore line.
Portable bathroom was pristinely clean, one of the best we’ve seen.
Site is well kept, we look forward to returning and seeing what else Cory can do with the place!
Most importantly - Cory is a phenomenal host - welcoming, helpful, and laid back. Especially welcoming and willing to help with anything we needed - he went above and beyond to make our weekend trip great. Absolutely recommend this site!
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Katherine
October 2025
Tent
We arrived at night, so everything was even more pretty in the morning. The toilet was clean, the spot was so cute and quiet. We loved everything!
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Kim
October 2025
Tent
Group trip
Very quiet! Beautiful night skies! Clean parking and camping area. Fire pit and table. Responsive Host
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Dave
October 2025
Tent
With pets
Cory was an incredible host at an incredible pace! We weren't convinced before we got there, but even with terrible weather, we had a great time.
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Michael
October 2025
Tent
Very nice vibe and atmosphere the goat Farmers cool and the lake is beautiful to watch the Sun go down highly recommend this campsite for only $33 what a great deal
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Margaret Cookie
September 2025
Tent
With pets
5 stars
Having the lake close-by seals it for me.
Bird-lovers:
Wilson’s warbler
Verdin
Blue-gray gnatcatcher
Gila woodpecker
Rubythroated hummingbird
Roadrunner
Gambells Quail
Phainopepla
Bewicks wren
Abert’s Towhee
Eurasian Collared Dove
Indigo Bunting
W Grebe
Neotropical Cormorant
White-faced Ibis
Snowy egret
Great egret
GB Heron
Osprey
Northern Harrier
Kestrel Falcon
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Tony
May 2025
1 night at Boulder hideout
Cabin and Land were Amazing... Loved the Peace and Tranquility! Good break from the daily routine in a unique surreal atmosphere..
Cole was a great host! As described and then some...
Thanks again for Sharing your property!
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James
May 2025
26 ft travel trailer
Not our first visit nor will it be our last. A nice quiet spot located minutes from the town centers of Cave Creek and Carefree.
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Josh
April 2025
Weekend Trip to Boulder hideout
We absolutely loved our stay! The location was beautiful and unique, surrounded by scenic views and huge boulders that made the whole experience feel extra special. The cabin itself was cozy and perfect for a peaceful overnight getaway with my wife and our dogs.
Cole, the host, went above and beyond by providing thoughtful amenities like fresh well water in a barrel, firewood, a lighter, a grill with propane, and even small but super helpful items like paper towels and dishes. It’s clear that a lot of care was put into making the place comfortable and welcoming.
Highly recommend this spot for anyone looking to relax and enjoy nature with a few comforts included.
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Will
March 2025
With kids
Beautiful location, simple accommodations, if you love nature you'll be in love with The Boulders!
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Dave
March 2025
Tent
With pets
Great place to camp! Host is an awesome human being 👌.
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Deb
March 2025
2 nights at Boulder hideout
If you are searching for a hideaway to unplug from the world, I recommend The Boulders as your next escape. We were there midweek and it was sooo quiet. We heard an airplane occasionally but little else. Photos do not do justice to the stunning landscape. This was an amazing experience I hope to revisit again.
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Bernadette
March 2025
Weekend Trip to Boulder hideout
I spent two glorious nights at the Boulders. It's clear that Cole has put a lot of thought and passion into this cabin. I loved the attention to detail; the salvaged wood, the western style bedding, decorative ceramics, and the photos showcasing the work that went into building this one-of-a-kind treasure. On a personal note, it was shocking to see the Starlink satellite when I sat on a boulder marveling at the night sky (had to research it once I got cell service, as I thought I was observing a extraordinary astronomical event or an alien landing😆).
The one thing I think some may want to know about is that there is a UTV raceway somewhat nearby. During daylight hours, you can hear it. It didn't bother me at all, but someone looking for complete silence may want to take note.
Overall an extraordinary stay and I am thankful to Cole and Hipcamp for making it possible.
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