86% (66) • 14 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Hotevilla-Bacavi
Painted Desert Outpost
1. Painted Desert Outpost
98%
(66)
41mi from Hotevilla-Bacavi · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
We offer a RURAL, rustic camping experience. Our property is off-grid thus we cannot offer you any sort of facilities or services at this time & your cell may not be 100% useful. We chose Outpost in our name because we believe it provides an accurate description: a remote, isolated station, settlement, or camp located at a distance from the main body.
Our property is 7.4 miles down a dirt Indian Route through a significant wash and while 4 wheel drive is ideal, you can make it in nice weather conditions without 4 wheel drive. Keith’s sister made it in her Chevrolet Sonic, for example. Large RVs may scrape along the way; we did with our 40' fifth wheel.
Our 60 acre property offers a unique experience for those looking for a place to unplug and explore with plenty of privacy and room to roam. You'll enjoy incredible views of the Painted Desert, Gray Mountain, and the San Francisco peaks. The night skies will be unlike anything you’ve seen unless you have been in the middle of the ocean with no light pollution.
Some important things to note about our property:
Our property will always and forever be a Safe Place for all people. We hold no prejudices regardless of race, ethnicity, or creeds. Our guests will always be respected, loved and welcome and it must be that way with other guests.
We are a clothing optional campground, which means you may be naked on our property.
We are pet-friendly. We have two medium size puppies. Let's ensure our furry friends have as much fun as we are having by keeping them on a leash and we clean up after them. We also wouldn't want them to chase away the wild mustangs, which are beautiful to see in full gallop.
NOTICE: As a desert location you may encounter wildlife (nice and not so nice) while on the property hiking around. We have seen pacific gopher snakes, non-venomous snake that eats rodents and has similar markings to rattlesnakes, which are also present. A triangle head means venomous. Listen carefully while hiking around.
Distances to points of interest:
We are located 50 miles (1 hour) northeast of Flagstaff, Arizona.
13 miles to Cameron, Arizona (Navajo Nation)
37 miles to Wupatki National Monument.
38 miles to Tuba City, Arizona (Navajo Nation)
42 miles to Grand Canyon National Park (south rim).
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Toilets
Campfires
Stone Soup Desert Views
2. Stone Soup Desert Views
75%
(8)
45mi from Hotevilla-Bacavi · 8 sites · Tents, RVs
Back to basics with endless desert sky. Hike giant rock sculptures, gather petrified wood, maybe find the hidden pond or seasonal Little Colorado to splash in . Bathed in the Canyon's ethereal ambiance, powdery views of Navajo Plateau and snowy San Francisco Peaks await.
This is “Stone Soup,” in honor of unique geology and a folktale where everyone brings something to make a whole greater than its parts. A hut, built with love during musical campouts, materials are recycled from building sites may be available, on a first-come first serve basis, but please don't count on anything being there but the open land and sky.
There are 40 acres to explore and camp on. You can follow the property boundaries, or just head straight out from the hut away from the road or on the other side of the road for at least half a mile and camp anywhere. You can drive all over the land in a regular vehicle and find your spot.
If you do use the hut, please leave it in better shape than you found it. Same with the land.
Here is my vision: Adventurous, creative, nature-loving kindred souls can converge on these 40 acres and bring what they need but also share with one another (the stone soup spirit). Although you do need to take in and out everything (water, food, bedding...) and there is no outhouse at the moment (dunes for some privacy, and thinly bury your waste), you can drive anywhere on the land and have what you need in your vehicle. It sometimes gets windy, so car-camping is recommended over tents, though you can also bring your RV.
Basically at the moment, this is an isolated, wild campsite, with total peace and quiet but where you bring everything. There is no running water, cooking supplies, or toilet. You may find firewood further down the road, and can have a fire anytime, but nothing is supplied. You will need to take your trash with you. The photos are not up to date and still show amenities that are not there. The hut may be available, but it is just a structure with no door.
Also note that there is no way to get there with Google maps/ GPS coordinate. I will send detailed directions if you book, but you probably want to arrive with some daylight.
If prepared to rough it, it's a gorgeous site with open sky, amazing views, stars, rocks, and silence.
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Picnic table
Navajoland Inn and RV Park
3. Navajoland Inn and RV Park
37mi from Hotevilla-Bacavi
Experience a unique camping getaway at our campground, where convenience meets nature. We offer both 30 amp and 50 amp electrical hookups, ensuring that your stay is comfortable and hassle-free. Choose from our pull-through or back-in sites, all equipped with sewage and water hookups for your convenience.
Our campground is pet-friendly, featuring a dedicated dog park where your furry friends can play and socialize. Each site comes with a picnic table, perfect for outdoor meals, and charcoal grills are available for those who enjoy a classic barbecue experience. For your convenience, we also provide coin-operated laundry facilities, making it easy to keep your clothes fresh during your stay.
Registered guests can enjoy complimentary access to our shower and bathroom house, ensuring you have all the amenities you need. Located nearby, you'll find a variety of dining options, including a restaurant and coffee shop, as well as a convenience store for any essentials you may need. With a blend of comfort and accessibility to local attractions, our campground is the ideal destination for your next outdoor adventure.
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Ron
5 days ago
22 ft Class B
Clove and Keith are wonderful hosts who purchased the property back in October of 2025. Since that time, tremendous progress has been made to fulfill their vision of what the property should become. Visitors should be aware that it is a work in progress and, as such, there are no developed amenities aside from the outhouse. This property provides solitude/serenity for those who seek it and wonderful views of the night time sky given its remote location. Firewood was provided at the site prior to my arrival. The hosts were respectful and thoughtful throughout my stay. I would not hesitate to stay again in the future.
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Laura
1 week ago
16 ft car
The land is magical and absolutely worth finding. Clover and Keith were very nice. Make sure you get there well before sundown!
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Steve
1 week ago
19 ft campervan
I absolutely loved my stay at this campsite. If you’re looking for a place that feels untouched, peaceful, and deeply connected to the land, this spot delivers in every way. The pristine views of the Painted Desert alone are worth the trip—every sunset felt like a private show as the sun’s rays bounced off the distant cliffs, intensifying the desert’s vivid colors.
What truly sets this place apart is the privacy. There’s no traffic noise, no crowds, no interruptions—just quiet. The kind of quiet you don’t realize you’ve been missing until you’re wrapped in it. Nights were still and peaceful, with crystal‑clear stars scattered across the sky.
Nature trails are carved into the rugged, yet smooth red‑rock terrain, and exploring them quickly became my favorite part of the stay. I could pick any direction and start walking, and the paths would naturally lead me into a new small adventure—winding through high‑desert scrub and along wind‑carved cliffs rising on both sides of the arroyo that cuts through the property. These cliffs, shaped over millennia, form sweeping overhangs and curves that look almost deliberate. The place feels ancient, sacred, and completely unforgettable.
If you’re seeking a campsite that offers solitude, beauty, and the complete freedom (clothing optional) to wander through landscapes shaped by time itself, this place is it. A rare find.
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Eric
1 week ago
23 ft campervan
With pets
Truly an amazing space well off the beaten path. The hosts are a wonderful couple and we loved getting to know them. The site was breathtaking and I know as they continue to work the land it will be even more wonderful to spend time at.
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Brian
2 weeks ago
16 ft car
I did an SUV RV camping on site and it was very peaceful. I walked around in the afternoon and was able to see the west side of the Painted Desert and I noticed that I was smiling. Clove is always very welcoming to the site and they are working to upgrade areas like creating a trail on the property. I took it in the morning and had wild horses greet me. Thanks Clove and Keith!
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Dave
3 weeks ago
21 ft Class B
With pets
So quiet. Stars that could reach down and bite you. So many nice hiking trails. This was a perfect place. Not recommended if dark and peaceful frightens you.
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Jonathan
March 2026
Tent
With pets
Place is awesome and remote. Exactly what is described.
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Cynthia
March 2026
20 ft pop-up camper
This place is magic...out if this world scenery and incredibly kind hosts.
Would not hesitate to book again. ✨
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William
March 2026
15 ft rooftop tent
I’ve stayed here previously with the prior ownership, but the new owners are trying to build upon what the prior ones built
The new owners are cutting new trails across the property making it easier to traverse. But still so isolated and beautiful.
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Bob
November 2025
17 ft Class B
I loved the quiet solitude of Clove and Keith's land. The sunsets and sunrises were beautiful. There is so much to say and enjoy about their land. I saw wild horses running across the plains. The landscape and peace that I encountered was worth the drive. I would defiantly go back and looking forward to it!!
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Kyle
October 2025
Tent
With pets
We absolutely loved this campsite it was extremely private and remote. If you are not looking for a 1 hour off of the highway dirt road trek in just be aware. BUT if you are looking for 40 acres of expansive desert to explore nearly all to yourself this is the place for you ! Clove and Keith just bought this property and did a great job welcoming us and making sure we got settled okay. Overall we had a quick but great stop here feels like youre on mars.
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Jessica
October 2025
Tent
Outstanding stay!!! A couple important notes. First, Google maps was on point, Apple Maps didn’t understand the assignment. Second, you must arrive before dark because of the landscape. That said, Clove and Keith went above and beyond to help me arrive and get settled. Perfect for stargazing and hiking while enjoying the rock formations. If I wander back this way I’ll definitely stay here again.
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John-Thomas
October 2025
Tent
With kids
The site was remote, the kids loved wondering the dunes and nearby rock formations. The night sky was brilliant. Bring a UV light and look for glow in the dark scorpions.
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Kellen
August 2025
Tent
We had another amazing stay. Great weather, great views, and great hosts. We will be back.
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William
August 2025
15 ft campervan
With no road noise and no artificial lights other than a couple on the property this is a great location to view the stars and enjoy the quiet of Northern Arizona. Plenty of room to walk about and enjoy yourself with no distractions.
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Don
July 2025
Tent
It was great, but the wind was terrible, they were great host, privacy was great, next time bringing my motorhome it was a little tough in a tent, beautiful views, overall it was really good, will do it again, it is a7 mile dirt road. But it's no bad, I will be back, saw some wild horses which was cool, rented a bike went for a ride, that was fun, the bathroom was clean, what more can I say
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Kellen
July 2025
Tent
We had phenomenal stay. Donavin was very welcoming and helpful. My wife and I had an amazing time hiking around and enjoying the sunshine. We will defiantly be back.
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Nathan
July 2025
Tent
Tent camping in a private little campsite set against beautiful red rock. About 7.5 miles down a dirt road but worth the incredible 365° landscape at sunset. Would absolutely recommend for the adventurous.
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Howard
June 2025
18 ft campervan
Stunning beauty camping in our van among the rock formations. We were the only campers there on a Sunday night. Donovan and Linda are gracious hosts.
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Phil
June 2025
Tent
Great choice of well placed campsites with impressive views on property. Great hosts who ensured we got situated and obviously are very invested in the care of their property. Highest recommendation.
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