The best campgrounds near Golden Shores, Arizona with climbing

Golden Shores delivers for climbers. You’ll find over 130 camping options here where sandstone crags and boulder fields sit just minutes from your tent. Most sites let you bring your dog, and many have showers and toilets—essentials after a full day on the wall. You can cool off with a swim, stretch your legs on hiking trails, or cast a line when you’re not climbing. Average sites run $20 a night, but some go as low as $10. The top spots? S.W.Eden Ranch (102 reviews), Magic in the Mohave (57 reviews), and Pretty Little Pal O' Mine (5 reviews). Set up camp, chalk up, and get after it—the routes are waiting.

98% (75) • 11 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Golden Shores

Golden Shores delivers for climbers. You’ll find over 130 camping options here where sandstone crags and boulder fields sit just minutes from your tent. Most sites let you bring your dog, and many have showers and toilets—essentials after a full day on the wall. You can cool off with a swim, stretch your legs on hiking trails, or cast a line when you’re not climbing. Average sites run $20 a night, but some go as low as $10. The top spots? S.W.Eden Ranch (102 reviews), Magic in the Mohave (57 reviews), and Pretty Little Pal O' Mine (5 reviews). Set up camp, chalk up, and get after it—the routes are waiting.

98% (75) • 11 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Golden Shores

1. Magic in the Mojave

100%

(75)

26mi from Golden Shores · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

This is a peaceful campsite in the middle of North Americas largest Joshua Tree forest. The camp is nestled in the mojave desert in Mohave county, Arizona. Here you'll find an abundance of desert wildlife and mountain views in every direction. Come and explore this huge property and immerse yourself in nature.

2. Lenny’s Resort

100%

(2)

24mi from Golden Shores · 6 sites · Tents, RVs

Learn more about this land:Spacious Mountain View Getaway. Nothing but open land with wide field view, laid out for a beautiful night out under the stars. Local Walmart and other convenient stops nearby.

3. Desert Style Living

91%

(16)

36mi from Golden Shores · 13 sites · RVs

Open flat land with some desert plants and cactus. Open fire pits with picnic tables for fun camping. Large pull thru spaces for a more open feeling. Close to BLM Land to ride your razors, or go to an open area to do some target shooting with your guns. Mountains to your reach, many gold mines to explore. 6 miles from Kingman or 20 miles to Laughlin Nv. 20 minutes to Oatman, an old gold mining town with wild donkey that roam the town. 2 miles to gas or convince stores. We are located in Golden Valley, a small recreation area for RVers and campers. Enjoy the flickering lights at night of Golden Valley, and look up to millions of stars. This place is a hidden secret to be explored!Learn more about this land:Stay on a beautiful two acre on our property. We will soon be putting septic and water on property you can run your quiet generators. Land is next to BLM land so the use of razors has 100s of acres of open land to ride on. Mountain views all around. Easy access in and out. Gun shooting area to practice at. Lots of Jack rabbits ,cotton tails, coyotes and cows. Close to shopping and gas approximately 2 miles from property. Closest neighbors are not too far away.

4. Cattail Cove State Park

93 sites · Parker Strip, Arizona

Discover Cattail Cove State Park's serene waters and scenic trails.

Pets

Electrical hookup

Toilets

5. Rollo Ranch

44mi from Golden Shores · 12 sites · RVs

Primitive camping! This 2 acre property is on flat, open, desert terrain and is accessed off road, so please be sure your RV or vehicle can drive off road. Located off I-40 ( old Route 66 ) in Holbrook, Arizona. No power, toilet, water, or sewage. You will need to drive ~1 mile or so off road to get to the provided coordinates.Just 49 miles away you have Castle Mountains National Park. You'll need a high-clearance, 4WD vehicle to get into this extremely remote national monument in the eastern Mojave Desert. Accessible only by dirt roads, Castle Mountains is surrounded on three sides by the Mojave National Preserve. It's the northernmost of the desert region's three new national monuments designated by the President in 2016. This park in northeastern San Bernardino County protects 20,920 acres, located between the interstates I−15 and I−40. There are no facilities, developed campgrounds, or established trails within the monument. Backcountry camping is allowed. Castle Peaks is one of the stars here—a cluster of imposing spires that climb skyward. The peaks are composed mainly of volcanic tuff, and the deep erosion of the rocks has created distinct, sharp summits. You're also rewarded for your efforts to get here by lush grasslands, Joshua tree forests, mountain vistas, and abundant wildlife. The rugged Mojave Desert is home to mountain lions, bighorn sheep, golden eagles, coyotes, and bobcats. Castle Mountains National Monument is always open, but the best times to come are spring and fall. March and April are peak times. The spring rains turn the desert into a carpet of vivid, vibrant wildflowers. Summers are very hot, with daytime temps in excess of 100 degrees Fahrenheit.

6. Scenic Desert Off-Grid Camping

100%

(1)

25mi from Golden Shores · 1 site · Tent

Ultimate off-grid camping adventure along Historic Route 66! Nothing but off-grid, open land! Perfect if you just need a place to stop and sleep! 1.5 hours from Las Vegas, located 15 miles west of Kingman. Bring your tent or camper for amazing night sky experiences! Nearby attractions: Lake Havasu Hualapai Mountain Park Chloride Ghost Town Hiking Camping Off-Roading OHV Wild Burros, Oatman, AZ Grand Canyon West Rim Much More!!!

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Elaine

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Magic in the Mojave

If I could give Abi a million stars for hosting an amazing property, I would! Very well kept, amazing views (desert land/plants, sunset, night sky, sunrise, all of it!), beautiful artwork and mini trails, basically more than anyone can ask for at a campsite. My husband, dogs and I enjoyed camping here so much we plan to visit again. It was nice that the whole area was to ourselves, it felt very private and safe. Would definitely recommend!

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Michael

October 2025

24 ft Class C

With pets

Weekend Trip to Magic in the Mojave

Excellent and serene spot 👌😎👌 Thank you! Would recommend

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Matt

July 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at Magic in the Mojave

Other reviews were 100% correct, absolutely awesome.

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Austin

July 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Magic in the Mojave

Such a special spot. I slept out under the desert stars in complete solitude (except for the company of jackrabbits and Joshua Trees). Place has vibey but not excessive artistic touches—perfectly representative of the environment. Good spot to camp and have a small fire. I really enjoyed my stay!

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Jessica

June 2025

16 ft campervan

1 night at Magic in the Mojave

Oh my goodness this place! It was heaven! You need to be comfortable being remote because it really is just you. But the stars are so beautiful, the sunset was stunning and there is something so special about the peace it brings being so secluded. Roads are pretty rough getting to the camp but worth every bump aha.

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rileyxmccarthy

June 2025

Tent

1 night at Magic in the Mojave

Making the trip along Route 66 and wanted a camp ground and found this super private property with picnic table, fire pit and fun art sculptures! My wife and the dogs loved roaming the property and exploring around! The time we went provided a beautiful purple sunset, did have alittle bit of rain but that didn’t stop us! Very much recommend this inexpensive, get away camp site! Thank you!

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tien

May 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at Magic in the Mojave

Pulled up to the mound in the middle of the property for views of the surroundings. Had the whole place to myself. Super quiet.

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Morgan

April 2025

Tent

3 nights at Magic in the Mojave

We tent camped for 3 nights and it was absolutely beautiful! It was pretty hot during the days so definitely recommend bringing extra sun shades / canopy’s. Very quiet and secluded which we loved. The sunsets and stars were amazing. Would highly recommend!

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Elizabeth

April 2025

Tent

1 night at Magic in the Mojave

Beautiful, charming campgrounds. Albeit feeling like “the middle of nowhere” once you brave the rumble of the dirt road you’re greeted by lit Joshua trees and a lovely common area. It was so quiet! Toilet is clean, with a lovely view. Will certainly book again if I’m ever needing a place while cruising the 40.

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Elizabeth

April 2025

Tent

With pets

2 nights at Magic in the Mojave

There is camping and there is the elevated experience that Abi offers. The site is more than we hoped for: - The small kitchen and shade area was whimsical and practical. It felt like we were having dinner on a friend's patio. - The outhouse was cleaner than any trail or state park bathroom I've ever used. - The raised campsite area creates an ideallic view of sunsets and purple mountains and a platform for stargazing by the fire pit. - We loved the nature trails that looped around the property. They enhance the desert experience. Our dogs loved all of the new smells and the freedom that most campsites do not afford them. - There was so much creativity on this property: hidden curiosities everywhere you looked, warm desert colored designs. - The campsite was very easy to get to, we live a few hours away and just wanted some unwind time. We had full phone service the whole time. Abi's property sings while other campsites are unremarkable. She has found a way to convey everything there is to love about the desert - it's life, it's colors, it's creativity, it's freedom. Truly, my husband and I will be talking about this two night experience for the rest of our lives.

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Robert

January 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Magic in the Mojave

Beautiful and perfect for remote camping! We hope to be able to stay longer next time.

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Kerry

December 2024

22 ft pop-up camper

With pets

1 night at Magic in the Mojave

It’s a very secluded campground. I found it even in the pitch dark Love the outhouse, painted to cute Very cute sculpture garden as well

Meghan

November 2024

Tent

1 night at Magic in the Mojave

We really enjoyed camping on Abi's land! There were lots of flat spots for our two tents, plenty of room to park our car, and lots of fun areas to explore. We enjoyed the table with fairy lights for dinner and explored some of the trails in the daylight. The outhouse was super convenient. Abi gave us excellent directions so finding the property was easy. Our Corolla did fine on all of the roads, we just took it slow on some very sandy sections. We would definitely stay here again! :)