The best desert campgrounds near Morenci, Arizona

Looking to go camping near Morenci, Arizona? Look no further than Hipcamp, the go-to website for all your camping needs. With over 360 options available in the area, you're sure to find the perfect spot for your outdoor adventure. Whether you prefer a guest ranch, like the Southern Arizona Guest Ranch with 105 reviews, or a cozy spot like The Rocking T with 65 reviews, you'll have plenty of choices to suit your accommodation preference. And with popular activities like swimming, wind sports, and fishing, you'll never run out of things to do. So pack your gear and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Morenci

Looking to go camping near Morenci, Arizona? Look no further than Hipcamp, the go-to website for all your camping needs. With over 360 options available in the area, you're sure to find the perfect spot for your outdoor adventure. Whether you prefer a guest ranch, like the Southern Arizona Guest Ranch with 105 reviews, or a cozy spot like The Rocking T with 65 reviews, you'll have plenty of choices to suit your accommodation preference. And with popular activities like swimming, wind sports, and fishing, you'll never run out of things to do. So pack your gear and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Morenci

1. Bakers Akers

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31mi from Morenci · 3 sites · Tents, RVs

Bakers Akers is located in what used to be Nebblett, New Mexico but is now Virden, New Mexico. The one room Nebblett school house was located on this property. Virden was settled by the Mormons when they were ran out of old Mexico by Poncho Villa. Kit Carson took this route guiding General Kearney and the Army of the west to California during the Mexican American war. It is now being discussed that Coronado may have come through this area also. The farm was used for breeding and training race horses. It is now a cow/calf operation. Learn more about this land: Camp on the Gila River amongst the century old Cottonwoods and Mulberry trees, with Bermuda grass carpeting. Plenty of shade to pitch a tent or park under. Wildlife abounds with deer, beaver, turkeys, javelina, and a large variety of birds. Located on a eighty acre cattle ranch. Quiet with great views of stars at night and majestic mountains in the day. The camp grounds are located beyond the cattle pastures and next to the Gila River. Fire pits available and plenty of wood to gather for burning. Eleven miles from the historic town of a Duncan Arizona, filled with little markets, craft store, antique shop, rock shop, and home town restaurants, if any needs arise or an itch needs scratching. With prior notice and extra fees a New Mexican dutch-oven dinner and hayride can be included.

2. Safford RV Resort

29mi from Morenci · 3 sites

Discover a unique experience at our campground, where comfort meets recreation in a serene environment. Our amenities are designed to enhance your stay, featuring a billiards room for friendly competition, a cozy TV room for relaxation, and clean bathrooms with convenient showers. For your convenience, we also offer private mailboxes and laundry facilities, ensuring you have everything you need right at your fingertips. Dive into our exceptional swimming facilities, which include a full-sized pool and a rejuvenating spa, perfect for unwinding after a day of outdoor adventures. Currently, we are accepting bookings for monthly stays only. For detailed information about our rates, please give us a call. We look forward to welcoming you to a memorable getaway!

3. Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest

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1058 sites · Heber Overgaard, Arizona

Explore the vast Apache and Sitgreaves National Forests known for its jaw-dropping mountain country in east-central Arizona. Trek out onto the other worldly Mogollon Rim, and dive into sparkling cold-water lakes. Climb out of the muggy valleys and into the refreshing high country—the forest is known for hundreds of miles of hiking filled with stunning vistas. Most importantly, stay awhile and be sure to bring your tent!

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4. Coronado National Forest

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479 sites · Sonoita, Arizona

If you think southern Arizona is nothing but parched desert, think again.

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Public campgrounds near Morenci

Black Jack Group Campground

14mi from Morenci · 13 sites · Tents, RVs · in Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest

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Lower Juan Miller Campground

15mi from Morenci · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · in Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest

Upper Juan Miller Campground

15mi from Morenci · 4 sites · in Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest

Coal Creek Campground

16mi from Morenci · 5 sites · Tents, RVs · in Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest

Honeymoon Campground

31mi from Morenci · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · in Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest

Strayhorse Campground

34mi from Morenci · 7 sites · Tents, RVs · in Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest

Kp Cienega Campground

36mi from Morenci · 5 sites · Tents, RVs · in Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest

Upper Arcadia Campground

40mi from Morenci · 19 sites · Tents, RVs · in Coronado National Forest

Hannagan Campground

40mi from Morenci · 8 sites · Tents, RVs · in Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest

Lower Twilight Group Campground

40mi from Morenci · 1 site · Tent, RV · in Coronado National Forest

Shannon Campground

41mi from Morenci · 11 sites · Tents, RVs · in Coronado National Forest

Treasure Park Campground

41mi from Morenci · 1 site · Tent, RV · in Coronado National Forest

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Meech

March 2025

Tent

Group trip

1 night at Bakers Akers

Easy quick within a few hours booking Met lovely Jessie and his assistants ( we’ll get dogs and cows and a pony. Led to our camping area, perfect had some benches and plenty of space. Noise didn’t seemed to. Other anyone as we chuckled around dinner Checked our then, small river the morning, had dip and swim Not much fishing going on but it was nice Not much to fish but fun good morning walk to get ya line wet and a hot coffee to finish Jesse was so kind to gift us some noice banana bread Will spend spots here in the future

Curi

November 2024

Tent

With kids

1 night at Bakers Akers

We were met by a very kind man, Jesse I believe, who led us to our spot. Our daughter had so much fun playing with everything. Is as adults absolutely enjoyed the large fire and peace we felt. The sunset was amazing! Great place for the family!