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94% (108) • 43 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near San Simon
Bakers Akers
1. Bakers Akers
94%
(72)
31mi from San Simon · 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.
Pets
Toilets
Potable water
from
$36
/ night
Smugglers' Roost
2. Smugglers' Roost
91%
(49)
33mi from San Simon · 10 sites
Smugglers' Roost is located in Animas, NM, situated at the site of the infamous Clanton Gang’s hideout along Smuggler’s Trail. The community is positioned along the original Butterfield Overland Stagecoach Winter Route; a short two hour drive from Las Cruces , New Mexico or just 2.5-hours from either El Paso, Texas or Tucson, Arizona.
We are located in the Middle of Everywhere, surrounded by wealth of wide-ranging activities and natural amenities which include extraordinary, yet uncrowded state and national recreation areas, caves, mines, ghost towns, museums, historic locations, native sites, observatories, local wineries and micro-breweries.
Learn more about this land:
Bring your RV and join us at Smugglers' Roost for our warm sunny days and starlit nights!
We are a pioneering community which serves as a hub for exploration, creativity, trade and most of all... the passionate celebration of life!
We offer 228 Full Hook-up RV Sites with 50-amp electric, water, commercial septic and free high-speed Wi-Fi. Pull-throughs are available and there's plenty of room to spread out!
Smugglers' Roost is located in Animas, NM, situated at the site of the infamous Clanton Gang’s hideout along Smuggler’s Trail. The community is positioned along the original Butterfield Overland Stagecoach Winter Route; a short two hour drive from Las Cruces , New Mexico or just 2.5-hours from either El Paso, Texas or Tucson, Arizona.
We are located in the Middle of Everywhere, surrounded by a treasure trove of wide-ranging activities and natural amenities which include extraordinary, yet uncrowded state and national recreation areas, caves, mines, ghost towns, museums, historic locations, native sites, observatories, local wineries and micro-breweries.
BIRD WITH US! We offer an onsite birding station and three additional affiliated and nationally acclaimed birding sites, including one at the mouth of the famed Cave Creek Canyon in Portal, AZ only a short drive away.
EXPLORE THE UNIVERSE! Our dead-dark night skies are nothing short of awe-inspiring, so come explore with our onsite star guides with telescopes!
Pets
Full hookups
from
$40
/ night
RV sites, mountain view!
3. RV sites, mountain view!
100%
(19)
39mi from San Simon · 6 sites
Learn more about this land:Tombstone Tombstone is famous for cowboy lore. The 12,000 foot Courthouse holds a treasure trove of authentic cowboy history and information about its rich past as a silver mining town.Bird WatchingThere are several nearby areas popular for bird watching like the Ash & Miller Canyons, the Environmental Operations Park, Garden Canyon, Las Cienegas National Conservation Area, Ramsey Canyon Preserve and more.HikingThe dessert contains a wide variety of natural wonders. There are caverns, mountains, waterfalls, land bridges and more simply waiting to be explored. Popular destinations include Kartchner Caverns, Carr House, Chiricahua National Monument, Coronado National Monument, Garden Canyon and more.Horseback RidingOf all the area attractions, we are most knowledgeable about horseback riding trails in Cochise County. Bring your own horses and we can point you in the right area to ride in nearby parks such as Catalina State Park, Saguaro National Park, Coronado National Forest and more.Mountain BikingThe Huachuca Mountains in the Coronado National Forest offers a wide variety of mountain biking trails. Many trails are open for all uses including hiking, biking and equestrians.MuseumsHistory comes alive in the various museums on Native American History, Mining Towns, Military Forts and Train Depots. Popular destinations include: Benson Museum, Border Air Museum, Garden Canyon, Rex Allen Museum, US Army Military Intelligence Museum and more.Wine TastingsThere are several vineyards in the area. Taste wines made with local and imported grapes.
Pets
Full hookups
from
$45
/ night
Chiricahua National Monument
4. Chiricahua National Monument
100%
(12)
National park 19mi from San Simon · 26 sites
An offbeat wonderland of hoodoos and balanced rocks in a seldom-visited corner of Arizona.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Coronado National Forest
5. Coronado National Forest
80%
(46)
National forest 97mi from San Simon · 479 sites
If you think southern Arizona is nothing but parched desert, think again.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Chiricahua Sunsets
6. Chiricahua Sunsets
26mi from San Simon · 1 site
Unplug and unwind in our thoughtfully outfitted 26’ Rockwood Mini Lite, tucked away in a secluded setting with stunning mountain views. Perfect for a couple’s getaway, this roomy RV sleeps two in a private bedroom with a queen-size bed, fresh linens, and its own TV.
The RV features a full bathroom and a well-stocked kitchen with cookware, dishes, a toaster, coffee maker, and basic spices. You’ll have a three-burner stove and oven (no microwave), a full-size RV refrigerator and freezer, ample pantry space, and a Berkey water filter for great-tasting water. After a day outdoors, relax in the living room with a TV/DVD player or enjoy the electric fireplace, which provides extra warmth alongside the propane furnace.
Guests also have access to a variety of on-property amenities, including free laundry, a DVD and book library, a game room with a pool table, darts, board games, and jigsaw puzzles, a small gym, and a peaceful labyrinth. Fresh chicken eggs are often available. The property also includes an equestrian center with accommodations for horses, mules, and donkeys.
Located just 20 minutes from the Chiricahua Mountains and about 25 minutes from Cave Creek Canyon—often called “Arizona’s Yosemite”—this area is a paradise for birders, stargazers, and nature lovers. With dark skies and exceptional biodiversity, it’s an ideal basecamp for exploring southeastern Arizona and southwestern New Mexico, or simply soaking in the quiet beauty of the high desert.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$95
/ night
Cold Bore Ranch
7. Cold Bore Ranch
100%
(1)
45mi from San Simon · 8 sites
Learn more about this land:6 RV full hook up spaces, a 1 Br Casita, lots of tent camping area, covered pens and turn outs for 20 to 40 horses. Round Pen and arenas, tack House, great water, great trails, great Arizona rarified air
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$40
/ night
2 Ravens Ranch
8. 2 Ravens Ranch
100%
(7)
45mi from San Simon · 1 site · Tent, RV
At the base of the Dragoon mountains at 4500' elevation, 2 Ravens Ranch is perfectly situated for your exploration of Southeastern Arizona! Whether you are interested in hiking, biking, climbing, horseback riding, wine-tasting, bird watching or visiting nearby Tombstone, Kartchner Caverns, or Chiricahua National Monument, 2 Ravens Ranch makes an outstanding basecamp.
For you equine enthusiasts, you will have access to a large corral that is ideal for two horses with a divided 3-sided shed, and 75 gallon tank with stock heater and float. There is also a shed for your hay, feed, and tack if you plan to stay a few days! Plenty of maneuvering room for a LQ horse trailer.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
from
$45
/ night
Great camping spot
9. Great camping spot
75%
(4)
46mi from San Simon · 2 sites
Learn more about this land:Plenty of space to explore and hike, lots of privacy, free range cows roam the lands among other wildlife and plant species. Beautiful views in every direction.
Pets
from
$10
/ night
Roper Lake State Park
10. Roper Lake State Park
100%
(3)
State park 44mi from San Simon · 53 sites
Fall in love at this small state park that's big on privacy.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
94% (108) • 43 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near San Simon
Bakers Akers
1. Bakers Akers
94%
(72)
31mi from San Simon · 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.
Pets
Toilets
Potable water
from
$36
/ night
Smugglers' Roost
2. Smugglers' Roost
91%
(49)
33mi from San Simon · 10 sites
Smugglers' Roost is located in Animas, NM, situated at the site of the infamous Clanton Gang’s hideout along Smuggler’s Trail. The community is positioned along the original Butterfield Overland Stagecoach Winter Route; a short two hour drive from Las Cruces , New Mexico or just 2.5-hours from either El Paso, Texas or Tucson, Arizona.
We are located in the Middle of Everywhere, surrounded by wealth of wide-ranging activities and natural amenities which include extraordinary, yet uncrowded state and national recreation areas, caves, mines, ghost towns, museums, historic locations, native sites, observatories, local wineries and micro-breweries.
Learn more about this land:
Bring your RV and join us at Smugglers' Roost for our warm sunny days and starlit nights!
We are a pioneering community which serves as a hub for exploration, creativity, trade and most of all... the passionate celebration of life!
We offer 228 Full Hook-up RV Sites with 50-amp electric, water, commercial septic and free high-speed Wi-Fi. Pull-throughs are available and there's plenty of room to spread out!
Smugglers' Roost is located in Animas, NM, situated at the site of the infamous Clanton Gang’s hideout along Smuggler’s Trail. The community is positioned along the original Butterfield Overland Stagecoach Winter Route; a short two hour drive from Las Cruces , New Mexico or just 2.5-hours from either El Paso, Texas or Tucson, Arizona.
We are located in the Middle of Everywhere, surrounded by a treasure trove of wide-ranging activities and natural amenities which include extraordinary, yet uncrowded state and national recreation areas, caves, mines, ghost towns, museums, historic locations, native sites, observatories, local wineries and micro-breweries.
BIRD WITH US! We offer an onsite birding station and three additional affiliated and nationally acclaimed birding sites, including one at the mouth of the famed Cave Creek Canyon in Portal, AZ only a short drive away.
EXPLORE THE UNIVERSE! Our dead-dark night skies are nothing short of awe-inspiring, so come explore with our onsite star guides with telescopes!
Pets
Full hookups
from
$40
/ night
RV sites, mountain view!
3. RV sites, mountain view!
100%
(19)
39mi from San Simon · 6 sites
Learn more about this land:Tombstone Tombstone is famous for cowboy lore. The 12,000 foot Courthouse holds a treasure trove of authentic cowboy history and information about its rich past as a silver mining town.Bird WatchingThere are several nearby areas popular for bird watching like the Ash & Miller Canyons, the Environmental Operations Park, Garden Canyon, Las Cienegas National Conservation Area, Ramsey Canyon Preserve and more.HikingThe dessert contains a wide variety of natural wonders. There are caverns, mountains, waterfalls, land bridges and more simply waiting to be explored. Popular destinations include Kartchner Caverns, Carr House, Chiricahua National Monument, Coronado National Monument, Garden Canyon and more.Horseback RidingOf all the area attractions, we are most knowledgeable about horseback riding trails in Cochise County. Bring your own horses and we can point you in the right area to ride in nearby parks such as Catalina State Park, Saguaro National Park, Coronado National Forest and more.Mountain BikingThe Huachuca Mountains in the Coronado National Forest offers a wide variety of mountain biking trails. Many trails are open for all uses including hiking, biking and equestrians.MuseumsHistory comes alive in the various museums on Native American History, Mining Towns, Military Forts and Train Depots. Popular destinations include: Benson Museum, Border Air Museum, Garden Canyon, Rex Allen Museum, US Army Military Intelligence Museum and more.Wine TastingsThere are several vineyards in the area. Taste wines made with local and imported grapes.
Pets
Full hookups
from
$45
/ night
Chiricahua National Monument
4. Chiricahua National Monument
100%
(12)
National park 19mi from San Simon · 26 sites
An offbeat wonderland of hoodoos and balanced rocks in a seldom-visited corner of Arizona.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Coronado National Forest
5. Coronado National Forest
80%
(46)
National forest 97mi from San Simon · 479 sites
If you think southern Arizona is nothing but parched desert, think again.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Chiricahua Sunsets
6. Chiricahua Sunsets
26mi from San Simon · 1 site
Unplug and unwind in our thoughtfully outfitted 26’ Rockwood Mini Lite, tucked away in a secluded setting with stunning mountain views. Perfect for a couple’s getaway, this roomy RV sleeps two in a private bedroom with a queen-size bed, fresh linens, and its own TV.
The RV features a full bathroom and a well-stocked kitchen with cookware, dishes, a toaster, coffee maker, and basic spices. You’ll have a three-burner stove and oven (no microwave), a full-size RV refrigerator and freezer, ample pantry space, and a Berkey water filter for great-tasting water. After a day outdoors, relax in the living room with a TV/DVD player or enjoy the electric fireplace, which provides extra warmth alongside the propane furnace.
Guests also have access to a variety of on-property amenities, including free laundry, a DVD and book library, a game room with a pool table, darts, board games, and jigsaw puzzles, a small gym, and a peaceful labyrinth. Fresh chicken eggs are often available. The property also includes an equestrian center with accommodations for horses, mules, and donkeys.
Located just 20 minutes from the Chiricahua Mountains and about 25 minutes from Cave Creek Canyon—often called “Arizona’s Yosemite”—this area is a paradise for birders, stargazers, and nature lovers. With dark skies and exceptional biodiversity, it’s an ideal basecamp for exploring southeastern Arizona and southwestern New Mexico, or simply soaking in the quiet beauty of the high desert.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$95
/ night
Cold Bore Ranch
7. Cold Bore Ranch
100%
(1)
45mi from San Simon · 8 sites
Learn more about this land:6 RV full hook up spaces, a 1 Br Casita, lots of tent camping area, covered pens and turn outs for 20 to 40 horses. Round Pen and arenas, tack House, great water, great trails, great Arizona rarified air
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$40
/ night
2 Ravens Ranch
8. 2 Ravens Ranch
100%
(7)
45mi from San Simon · 1 site · Tent, RV
At the base of the Dragoon mountains at 4500' elevation, 2 Ravens Ranch is perfectly situated for your exploration of Southeastern Arizona! Whether you are interested in hiking, biking, climbing, horseback riding, wine-tasting, bird watching or visiting nearby Tombstone, Kartchner Caverns, or Chiricahua National Monument, 2 Ravens Ranch makes an outstanding basecamp.
For you equine enthusiasts, you will have access to a large corral that is ideal for two horses with a divided 3-sided shed, and 75 gallon tank with stock heater and float. There is also a shed for your hay, feed, and tack if you plan to stay a few days! Plenty of maneuvering room for a LQ horse trailer.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
from
$45
/ night
Great camping spot
9. Great camping spot
75%
(4)
46mi from San Simon · 2 sites
Learn more about this land:Plenty of space to explore and hike, lots of privacy, free range cows roam the lands among other wildlife and plant species. Beautiful views in every direction.
Pets
from
$10
/ night
Roper Lake State Park
10. Roper Lake State Park
100%
(3)
State park 44mi from San Simon · 53 sites
Fall in love at this small state park that's big on privacy.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Jessica
3 weeks ago
19 ft pop-up camper
A beautiful spot that is well off the road and feels private. View of the mountains was beautiful and Melanie was so welcoming.
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Jeff
February 2026
30 ft travel trailer
Very comfortable, level place to stay. Some true horse ranch activity happening there. Watched John shoe a horse among other chores. Ms Becky was an awesome hostess with great communication along the way. Definitely stay if you get a chance.
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Garry
January 2026
22 ft travel trailer
With pets
This location worked really well for us. It is convenient to get to and central to local stuff, in particular to Dragoons range and the Stronghold. The view is great from camp. The local farm scene is our style. Melody is a sweet lady and great host. Would suggest this as a winter venue since the weather is superb
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Dean
January 2026
19 ft campervan
With pets
Great spot! Rebecca and John have created a wonderful stop-over with easy access to hiking in Chiracahua National Monument and Cochise Stronghold. We loved playing with the dogs and watching the other animals on the farm.
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Dean
January 2026
19 ft campervan
With pets
Great spot to relax and explore the Chiricahua area. The night sky was amazing, and we loved playing with Rebecca’s dogs!
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Carole
December 2025
16 ft travel trailer
RV Ranch is located in a beautiful spot of Cochise County. Gorgeous view of Cochise Stronghold and surrounding ranges. It’s a working ranch so you’ll hear animal noises which added to the peace of the place for me. Full hookup, very level site made it a breeze to get settled quickly. I was so fortunate to witness the great crane migration during my stay. Thousands of them made their way to their winter home right overhead. Truly amazing. Highly recommend RV Ranch to anyone visiting this stunning area of AZ.
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Betty
November 2025
40 ft travel trailer
Thank you Rebecca and John for a quiet, welcoming, real ranch to relax at. See you another day🌵
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LeeAnn
August 2025
20 ft campervan
The Lazy Horse Ranch is easy to get to off of the main road.
I had a great night at Lazy Horse Ranch. It was quite and comfortably. The hook ups were in working order. I even got some much needed rain.
I checked out the horses, the library, there was a place to make coffee, do laundry. They had information about trails in the area.
Maybe I will bring my horses out for a horsey vacation in the future.
Thanks for the nice stay.
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Katie
July 2025
16 ft car
I loved car camping on smugglers roost! They had a really nice bathroom and showers and gave clear instructions on arriving! The hosts were very communicative!
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Eric
March 2025
25 ft Class C
We parked our RV out on the open grasslands and soaked in a beautiful sunset with views in every direction. A great off-the grid spot in Southwestern Arizona.
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Andrew
March 2025
16 ft travel trailer
With pets
Good site. Melanie greeted me with notebook full of info. Nice views to boot.
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Jeff
March 2025
29 ft Class C
We loved staying overnight. Very quiet, dark skies for stargazing. Highly recommend.
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Meech
March 2025
Tent
Group trip
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
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Billy
March 2025
30 ft travel trailer
With kids
Was a nice stay. Water an electric worked as it should. Pretty level ground. Was nice to have a place to run the dogs. Was allowed to use the horse area.
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Susie
March 2025
25 ft travel trailer
With pets
It just depends on what your needs are. There's are community of people here and it's good for that. We found it far too windy and ended up leaving to head to picture rocks instead.
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Mark
February 2025
25 ft travel trailer
With pets
Very private and Melanie is a.great hostess. She had a lot of good information about the area and then we didn't see her again the rest of our visit. Quiet with water and electricity. Beautiful view of the Coronado mountains.
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George
January 2025
30 ft travel trailer
Good pull through spot with lots of birds and farm animals around. The proprietors were kind.
Note that you access the property by turning west at 31.9273, -109.7541. We missed the turn the first loop around since we didn't see any other rigs (it was empty). There are some tight cattle guards at the turns off of Kansas Settlement Rd.
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Jason
December 2024
25 ft travel trailer
We were fortunate to have Lazy House Ranch all to ourselves during our trailer camping stay, and it couldn’t have been more relaxing. From the moment we arrived, the hosts made us feel completely welcome and at home, which set the tone for an incredible experience.
The property is absolutely stunning, with wide-open spaces and breathtaking scenery that made every moment feel magical. Whether it was sipping coffee with panoramic views or enjoying the peace and quiet under the stars, this place is the definition of tranquility.
Though we didn’t utilize any facilities, the setup was perfect for trailer camping. It offered the space and serenity we were looking for, with nature as our ultimate amenity.
If you’re looking for a trailer camping spot that’s equal parts peaceful and picturesque, Lazy House Ranch is a must. We’re already looking forward to returning!
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Anne
December 2024
32 ft fifth wheel
With pets
Curly was very helpful. Comfortable and close to good rockhounding sites
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Curi
November 2024
Tent
With kids
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!
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