The best campgrounds near Icehouse Canyon, Arizona with climbing

Icehouse Canyon gives climbers real choice, with over 1,000 campsites catering to those who want to scale rock and boulder. Expect bare-bones pull-offs, shady groves, and sites with direct access to climbing routes. Average price per night sits around $50, with some options dipping to $40 if you book early. favorite campsites like Lush Desert Ranch (8 reviews), Pop-Inn Parking (2 reviews), and Gila River View (2 reviews) draw regulars for their easy climbs and no-nonsense setups. You’ll find toilets, showers, and pet-friendly sites across the canyon. When you’re not on the wall, you can hike, swim, or spot wildlife—just pack for sun, grit, and changing temps.

98% (14) • 37 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Icehouse Canyon

Icehouse Canyon gives climbers real choice, with over 1,000 campsites catering to those who want to scale rock and boulder. Expect bare-bones pull-offs, shady groves, and sites with direct access to climbing routes. Average price per night sits around $50, with some options dipping to $40 if you book early. favorite campsites like Lush Desert Ranch (8 reviews), Pop-Inn Parking (2 reviews), and Gila River View (2 reviews) draw regulars for their easy climbs and no-nonsense setups. You’ll find toilets, showers, and pet-friendly sites across the canyon. When you’re not on the wall, you can hike, swim, or spot wildlife—just pack for sun, grit, and changing temps.

98% (14) • 37 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Icehouse Canyon

1. Gila River View

100%

(5)

19mi from Icehouse Canyon · 2 sites · Lodging

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.

2. Pop-Inn Parking

100%

(4)

48mi from Icehouse Canyon · 3 sites · RVs

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

3. Lush Desert Ranch

94%

(9)

48mi from Icehouse Canyon · 1 site · RV

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.

4. Tonto National Forest

89%

(41)

1364 sites · Tonto Basin, Arizona

Hike, bike, and camp in Arizona’s largest and most diverse national forest.

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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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! A+++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Thank you so much Amber! We appreciated everything you did to make our stay wonderful! : )

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Cody

October 2025

With pets

3 nights at Gila River View

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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Ian

April 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Gila River View

Our family absolutely loved staying here. This will be one we look forward to staying at frequently. Everything was clean, and provided. It was a good stay at the ranch. We enjoyed seeing the animals and sitting in the creek even though it was pretty cold! Don’t think twice about booking this place ! Our host went above and beyond and the experience was great.

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Chris

January 2025

20 ft campervan

1 night at Lush Desert Ranch

Lush Desert Ranch was the perfect spot for a peaceful and unique off-grid experience! The campsite was well-maintained. The remote location offered stunning desert views, beautiful night skies, and a true wilderness feel. Would definitely stay here again. Thanks, Amy, for a fantastic experience!