The best campgrounds near San Tan Valley, Arizona with horseback riding

Looking to explore the great outdoors near San Tan Valley, Arizona? Hipcamp has over 345 camping options, tailored to your accommodation and activity preferences. Whether you're into boating, whitewater paddling, or snow sports, there's a campsite for you. With options starting as low as $15 per night, you can find the perfect spot to pitch your tent or park your RV. Check out some top campsites with rave reviews: El Pais Motel & Campgrounds (308 reviews), Dark Sky Camping and Glamping (115 reviews), and Mountain View Retreat (80 reviews). Enjoy popular amenities like potable water, cooking equipment, and pet-friendly sites. Get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking to explore the great outdoors near San Tan Valley, Arizona? Hipcamp has over 345 camping options, tailored to your accommodation and activity preferences. Whether you're into boating, whitewater paddling, or snow sports, there's a campsite for you. With options starting as low as $15 per night, you can find the perfect spot to pitch your tent or park your RV. Check out some top campsites with rave reviews: El Pais Motel & Campgrounds (308 reviews), Dark Sky Camping and Glamping (115 reviews), and Mountain View Retreat (80 reviews). Enjoy popular amenities like potable water, cooking equipment, and pet-friendly sites. Get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

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1. Cave Creek Quiet Homestead

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50mi from San Tan Valley · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Cave Creek, AZ

Quiet slice of heaven under the stars on our homestead. We continue to have reduced our camping experience for our winter 2025 season to keep our site secluded and private. Please check back for open dates and sites Our space offers a tranquil setting with several camping options. Site # 1: Glamping Tent is Closed for 2025 season. We are offering tent campers at this site on a limited availability. Site #2: Saguaro Camp site. Bring your tent or rent one of ours. Site # 3: RV Glamping. Queen size bed with a dinette that can be used as an extra bed for the little ones. Site # 4 RV, Pop Ups or Living Quarters with horses/mules Site # 5 Boarding for Horses or Mules We offer Communal Spaces with restroom, grill, table, other seating with larger fire-pit. Feel free to visit our horses, chickens or hike our beautiful trails right from the property. Enjoy the horses, the stars at night and our neighboring coyotes sing if you are lucky. Our home is close by, the little white farmhouse on the hill. Thank you for looking!

2. Palo Verde Retreat

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48mi from San Tan Valley · 1 site · RV · Cave Creek, AZ

Learn more about this land: Park your RV, trailer, or camper van on our 1.5 acre property. We are located near the cities of Cave Creek, Scottsdale, and Phoenix AZ. There is close access to numerous trails for mountain biking and hiking in the beautiful Sonoran Desert! This spot is partial hookup with water and both 30 amp and 50 amp power. There is a dumping station approximately 2 miles away for your septic needs. Enjoy the beauty of the nearby desert and mountains. It is common to hear the coyotes and owls and other wildlife at night. The javelina herd often passes through as well as an occasional bobcat. Feel free to say hello to Luna, our Belgian Malinois! She hangs out in our fenced-in backyard which is separate from the RV location! Welcome!

3. Suburban Pasture

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14mi from San Tan Valley · 1 site · RV · Gilbert, AZ

Learn more about this land: Enjoy camping on the shaded edge of a 1 acre small farm pasture in a safe secure premium neighborhood of horse property, all while being just 1-2 miles away from incredible restaurants, Walmart, Costco, Target, Home Depot, Trader Joe's, and more. We have the best Saturday Farmers Market! We're the ideal site for anyone visiting or just passing through. The perfect pit stop to relax, recharge, resupply, and refuel! We now have POWER and WATER hookups!!! Full service RV outlets with 50 amp, 30amp, and 20 amp connections.

4. Bar Lazy D

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42mi from San Tan Valley · 1 site · Lodging · Scottsdale, AZ

We are a Horse Training Boarding and Breeding facility specializing in horse experiences but exceptional access to hike golf, Atv , 40 minutes to Bartlett lake, 20 minutes to West World. Overnight stalls available.Rv spaces, bunk house and camping are all available. Come enjoy the gorgeous sunsets but close to Scottsdale

5. Nelles Ranch

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47mi from San Tan Valley · 1 site · RV · Carefree, AZ

We have a beautiful 2 acre fully gravelled area to easily park your rig, up to 45 ft RV recommended. Access to home in residential property is a dirt road, but easily accessible. Property is quiet, safe and peaceful. It’s like being in the country but you still have fantastic cell service! We have room to store up to 4 horses with our mare motels as well as an 100x300 arena right on the property. Fully fenced. Outhouse on sight if you are spending the day working with your horses and don’t want to dirty your RV. Furry friends are welcome as long as you don’t leave them unattended as we have coyotes roaming as well. Close to all amenities, 15 min to Cave Creek, 30 min to Scottsdale, 40 min to Phoenix. Come and enjoy a slice of heaven at Nelles Ranch.

6. “Field of Dreams” Mesa AZ

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16mi from San Tan Valley · 1 site · RV · Mesa, AZ

We are Kevin and Tammii. We moved to Mesa in 2019 to build our own “Field of Dreams”. In developing our property we added a Hip-Camp site to our vision. We’ve enjoyed hosting people from all around the country. We’re can accommodate guests for up to three weeks and unable to offer monthly rates. We welcome families with up to two children. Pets are welcome, two or less, and we have a designated pet area for their use. There are two nice sitting areas, a laundry shed with washer, dryer, and drying rack. Internet access is also available. More about the “Field of Dreams”: Our site has a paved level concrete pad with 50 amp service, water, and septic. RVs are required to come with empty holding tanks because of the septic system. We can accommodate up to 43 feet in length RVs. There is a nice landscaped patio area with table, chairs, umbrella, and a privacy screen. There is also a propane fire pit available. Our site is close to Costco, Starbucks, local restaurants, grocery stores, pharmacies, and a mall. There is nearby mountain biking, hiking, and site seeing. We are 30 minutes from downtown Phoenix in a quiet residential area.

7. Santan Mountain Views

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6.5mi from San Tan Valley · 1 site · RV · Queen Creek, AZ

We are happy to announce that we have upgraded our front gate. It is now set back farther off of the road and is 20 feet wide. Extra large rig friendly! We do short term bookings 29 days or less. No monthly rates, sorry! We are dog friendly, but PLEASE do not show up with dogs without indicating in your booking that you are bringing them. They MUST be kept on a leash at all times while here due to farm animals and wildlife on the property. Please respect and follow these requests so that others can enjoy bringing their dogs here in the future. :) Peaceful desert escape with beautiful views of the Santan Mountains on 3.5 acre mini-ranch. We are in a quiet residential neighborhood with dark starry skies at night. Flat, private area behind main residence with a large cover. You will have about 1 acre of space to yourself. Quiet, rural feel yet less than 5 minutes from shopping, dining and conveniences. Full hookups-- Filtered water, 50 amp electric, and septic. Room to set up temporary horse panels. Walking distance to Santan regional park for miles of hiking, biking or horseback riding. 2 miles from Horseshoe park. Less than a mile to Santan flats.

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17mi from San Tan Valley · 3 sites · RVs · Apache Junction, AZ

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

9. Gila River View

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50mi from San Tan Valley · 2 sites · Lodging · Dripping Springs, AZ

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.

10. Lush Desert Ranch

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45mi from San Tan Valley · 1 site · RV · Tucson, AZ

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.

11. Palo Verde Basecamp

37mi from San Tan Valley · 1 site · Tent, RV · Ak Chin Village, AZ

Back to BLM land with 360-degree mountain views and access! This level 1.5 acre parcel is nestled in Hidden Valley Estates at the base of the Palo Verde Mountains and soon to be home to The Palo Verde Regional Park. Gorgeous mountain views, and sunsets, close to paved roads, and close enough to Maricopa and Casa Grande for convenience but far enough away to avoid the hustle and bustle of city life. Plenty of room for horses and toys. No utilities, raw land, leave it as you found it. Nearby Skydiving - 5 min Downtown Maricopa - 15 min Harrahs Ak Chin Casino - 10 min Dwarf Car Museum - 15 min PHX airport - 60 min

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Santan Mountain Views

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6.5mi from San Tan Valley · 1 site · RV · Queen Creek, AZ

We are happy to announce that we have upgraded our front gate. It is now set back farther off of the road and is 20 feet wide. Extra large rig friendly! We do short term bookings 29 days or less. No monthly rates, sorry! We are dog friendly, but PLEASE do not show up with dogs without indicating in your booking that you are bringing them. They MUST be kept on a leash at all times while here due to farm animals and wildlife on the property. Please respect and follow these requests so that others can enjoy bringing their dogs here in the future. :) Peaceful desert escape with beautiful views of the Santan Mountains on 3.5 acre mini-ranch. We are in a quiet residential neighborhood with dark starry skies at night. Flat, private area behind main residence with a large cover. You will have about 1 acre of space to yourself. Quiet, rural feel yet less than 5 minutes from shopping, dining and conveniences. Full hookups-- Filtered water, 50 amp electric, and septic. Room to set up temporary horse panels. Walking distance to Santan regional park for miles of hiking, biking or horseback riding. 2 miles from Horseshoe park. Less than a mile to Santan flats.

Pop-Inn Parking

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17mi from San Tan Valley · 3 sites · RVs · Apache Junction, AZ

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

Gila River View

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50mi from San Tan Valley · 2 sites · Lodging · Dripping Springs, AZ

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.

Lush Desert Ranch

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45mi from San Tan Valley · 1 site · RV · Tucson, AZ

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.

Palo Verde Basecamp

37mi from San Tan Valley · 1 site · Tent, RV · Ak Chin Village, AZ

Back to BLM land with 360-degree mountain views and access! This level 1.5 acre parcel is nestled in Hidden Valley Estates at the base of the Palo Verde Mountains and soon to be home to The Palo Verde Regional Park. Gorgeous mountain views, and sunsets, close to paved roads, and close enough to Maricopa and Casa Grande for convenience but far enough away to avoid the hustle and bustle of city life. Plenty of room for horses and toys. No utilities, raw land, leave it as you found it. Nearby Skydiving - 5 min Downtown Maricopa - 15 min Harrahs Ak Chin Casino - 10 min Dwarf Car Museum - 15 min PHX airport - 60 min

Public campgrounds near San Tan Valley

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Tortilla Campground

14mi from San Tan Valley · 10 sites · Tents, RVs · in Tonto National Forest

Superstition Ridgeline Trail. Accessible from campground.

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Lost Dutchman Campground

19mi from San Tan Valley · 134 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lost Dutchman State Park

Bulldog Canyon Off-Highway Vehicle Area Campground

23mi from San Tan Valley · 1 site · Tent, RV · in Tonto National Forest

The Point Campground

27mi from San Tan Valley · 3 sites · in Tonto National Forest

Bagley Flat Campground

27mi from San Tan Valley · 30 sites · in Tonto National Forest

Oak Flat Campground

29mi from San Tan Valley · 16 sites · Tents, RVs · in Tonto National Forest

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Crabtree Wash Campground

32mi from San Tan Valley · 1 site · Tent, RV · in Tonto National Forest

The drive to Davis Wash is very amazing and scenic.

Davis Wash Campground

34mi from San Tan Valley · 1 site · Tent, RV · in Tonto National Forest

If you like water mixed with your desert - Burnt Corral. If you like solitude and windy dirt roads to reach your home for the night - Burnt Corral. If you don't mind hanging with fisherman - Burnt Corral.

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Burnt Corral Campground

36mi from San Tan Valley · 82 sites · Tents, RVs · in Tonto National Forest

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Upper Burnt Corral Campground

36mi from San Tan Valley · 1 site · Tent, RV · in Tonto National Forest

Three Mile Wash Campground

38mi from San Tan Valley · 1 site · Tent, RV · in Tonto National Forest

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Box Bar Campground

39mi from San Tan Valley · 1 site · Tent, RV · in Tonto National Forest

Stories from the community

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Christina

5 days ago

25 ft travel trailer

With kids

6 nights at Santan Mountain Views

This spot was fantastic!! Nice and private on our part and the hosts part. We did not feel like we were intruding on her space and she kept her distance making us feel like it was our own private spot. The views were beautiful. It was nice being in town and close to everything but not feeling like we were in the middle of the city! The animals were a huge bonus. Our boys loved seeing them and hearing them every morning. The communication was fantastic. The rules/expectations were very clear and reasonable. We will definitely keep this in mind for future travels.

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Chris

1 week ago

18 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Santan Mountain Views

It was perfect. Beautiful sunrises amazing neighbors and a hostess with the mostest.

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Kara

2 weeks ago

25 ft Class C

With pets

6 nights at Santan Mountain Views

We loved our stay here. So quiet, centrally located, views are stunning and waking up to horse faces and goat stomps is just the best. Will defintely be back!!

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Kathy

2 weeks ago

23 ft Class B

With pets

3 nights at Palo Verde Retreat

Love the convenient location, so close to downtown and stores. Cute little space for a get away. We really enjoyed the sunsets, location, trees and the area.

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Bruce

2 weeks ago

25 ft Class C

With pets

1 night at Suburban Pasture

Jared was a great host, his property was perfect for our needs. A nice larger property with a country feel, but right in the middle of the city and close to all. Would definitely stay again, highly recommended!

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James

3 weeks ago

26 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Cave Creek Quiet Homestead

This most recent stay was our 4th time at Shantel’s. Convenient to local restaurants and hiking parks. After a full day, returning to our site really allows us to unwind. We can’t wait to go back

Keri

3 weeks ago

19 ft campervan

With pets

3 nights at Palo Verde Retreat

Lovely private spot on the host’s property. Quiet desert setting yet close to stores, restaurants etc. Easy in and out set back from the road and the neighborhood was pleasant to walk my dogs in.

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David

October 2025

20 ft campervan

With kids

1 night at Palo Verde Retreat

The spot was easy to find and get to from Phoenix our first night in. A great vibe; we really enjoyed having our morning coffee at the little table there under the trees.

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sharon

October 2025

24 ft travel trailer

With pets

5 nights at Santan Mountain Views

We loved camping here. The host, Julie gave clear directions. There were nice views and bunnies to watch. There was a shelter to keep the area shady. Would camp here again.

Morning view from tent of beautiful Sonoran desert

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Katherine

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Cave Creek Quiet Homestead

We arrived at night, so everything was even more pretty in the morning. The toilet was clean, the spot was so cute and quiet. We loved everything!

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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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Greg

October 2025

31 ft fifth wheel

12 nights at Santan Mountain Views

If you want a beautiful and private stay with an awesome and super friendly host....this is your place. Some very friendly horses to talk with as well. Farm fresh eggs available too! Stay at Julie's for a fabulous desert scenery stay.

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rkymtn

September 2025

20 ft Class B

1 night at Nelles Ranch

Your camping in the backyard of a house on a 2 acre plot. Although it appears to be suburban and the lot is walled/fenced on three sides there is an astonishing amount of wildlife here. Flocks of doves, coveys of quail, tons of rabbits, other birds and we could hear coyotes every morning. The Suarouro (sp?) Cactus are really impressive if you've never been right up close to one. Our stay was quiet and peaceful, and Louise let me park the sprinter under the shade next to the corral... That was huge for keeping the van cool in 105 Phoenix weather. Thank you for that. The place is 20min from Mayo Clinc so we will definitely be back. And yes... we got a fantastic loaf of homemade bread.

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Kendra

July 2025

32 ft Class C

With kids

2 nights at Suburban Pasture

We had a lovely and peaceful stay, and the drive to the southeast VA clinic for my husband’s annual check-up was a breeze.

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Silas

May 2025

22 ft Class B

Group trip

1 night at Suburban Pasture

Quiet and private place near the airport Phoenix. Enough space for an RV and even pets. Good access to power and water.

Molly

May 2025

20 ft campervan

4 nights at Palo Verde Retreat

Roxanne was a great host. Her place is lovely. My husband and I felt very comfortable here. Beautiful sunsets, nice table spot to eat, and always fresh flowers. Thanks for having us!

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James

May 2025

26 ft travel trailer

1 night at Cave Creek Quiet Homestead

Not our first visit nor will it be our last. A nice quiet spot located minutes from the town centers of Cave Creek and Carefree.

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Kristi

April 2025

30 ft fifth wheel

With pets

5 nights at Santan Mountain Views

The privacy, spaciousness, and quiet were exactly what I had hoped for. The shade was an amazing assist to my air conditioner. A respectful and accommodating host made our stay just wonderful. Would stay again!

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Rodrigo

April 2025

19 ft campervan

1 night at Palo Verde Retreat

Beautiful spot with cozy lights, fire pit and the best sunset!

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Keith

April 2025

30 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Santan Mountain Views

This is one of the most wonderful places I have ever stayed! Julie is a super host, so kind and checks in to be sure everything is in order. Great facility, private area separated from the house. Nothing else is available anywhere in the Santan Valley. Fenced area, great for dogs.