River, stream, or creek camping near Safford with campfires
When camping near Safford, bring your binoculars—and a telescope.
84% (30 reviews)
- Safford
84% (30 reviews)
Popular camping styles for Safford
2 top river, stream, or creek campgrounds near Safford with campfires
75%
(4)
Paul S.’s Land
20 sites · Tents100 acres · Clifton, AZ
The hill to the west is Malpais Hill and was once a camp spot for Kit Carson, and later a farm for the famous Apache Chief Eskiminzin
0from
$12
/ night
94%
(66)
Bakers Akers
3 sites · RVs, Tents80 acres · Lordsburg, NM
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.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
Trash
from
$37
/ night
Nearby parks
Explore the area’s public lands.
River, stream, or creek camping near Safford with campfires guide
Overview
Looking to go camping near Safford, Arizona? Hipcamp has over 270 options available specifically in that area. With a range of prices starting as low as $9 per night, there's something for every budget. Some of the top campsites in the area include El Pais Motel & Campgrounds (308 reviews), Karla's Hummingbird Rd. Guest Ranch (110 reviews), and Southern Arizona Guest Ranch (105 reviews). Popular amenities in the area include pets, potable water, and toilets. And if you're into historic sites and hiking, you're in luck!
Safety at Hipcamp
Hipcamp is created with ❤️ and hope for our future.