The best star host campgrounds near Scottsdale, Arizona

Tucked between Phoenix and the Superstition Mountains, Scottsdale blends city and outdoor life. Start the day at a chic boutique, and end with a hike in the Arizona wilderness. With golfing, biking, horseback riding, and fishing, there’s always something to do. Local campgrounds and RV parks put you in the center of the action. Camp among the cacti at McDowell Mountain Regional Park. From your RV or tent camping site, hike and bike 40 miles of trails. Near Mesa, Usery Mountain Regional Park has 73 sites and a dump station. Nearby, fly model airplanes and ride horses in the hills. For cooler temperatures, RVers and tent campers can head into the Tonto National Forest. Tortilla Campground is popular with rock climbers, boaters, and anglers. From Burnt Corral, you can fish and swim in Apache Lake. Most Forest Service campgrounds have picnic tables and fire rings. About 35 miles from town, find year-round camping at Lost Dutchman State Park. Here, tent and RV camping sites sit next to massive red-rock cliffs. In the spring, you can hike or bike past fields of desert wildflowers.

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Tucked between Phoenix and the Superstition Mountains, Scottsdale blends city and outdoor life. Start the day at a chic boutique, and end with a hike in the Arizona wilderness. With golfing, biking, horseback riding, and fishing, there’s always something to do. Local campgrounds and RV parks put you in the center of the action. Camp among the cacti at McDowell Mountain Regional Park. From your RV or tent camping site, hike and bike 40 miles of trails. Near Mesa, Usery Mountain Regional Park has 73 sites and a dump station. Nearby, fly model airplanes and ride horses in the hills. For cooler temperatures, RVers and tent campers can head into the Tonto National Forest. Tortilla Campground is popular with rock climbers, boaters, and anglers. From Burnt Corral, you can fish and swim in Apache Lake. Most Forest Service campgrounds have picnic tables and fire rings. About 35 miles from town, find year-round camping at Lost Dutchman State Park. Here, tent and RV camping sites sit next to massive red-rock cliffs. In the spring, you can hike or bike past fields of desert wildflowers.

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1. Heritage District Downtown Gilbert

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23mi from Scottsdale · 1 site · RV · Gilbert, AZ

This is an RV parking spot in the Heritage District of the Town of Gilbert. The Heritage District is home to our weekly Farmer’s Market, a bike trail along the canal, splash pad, parks, restaurants, breweries, cocktail lounges, bars, and shopping. This area is known for being safe, friendly, and very walkable. The RV spot is a 0.3 mile walk to a fish taco shop, a cocktail lounge and an art gallery, 0.4 mile walk away from the Farmer’s Market, the nearest ice cream shop and a historic BBQ restaurant, 0.5 mile walk to a performing arts venue, a dog friendly brewery with a dog “spaw”, and an arcade! We love it here and think you will too.

2. Kinsey Kountry Farm

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30mi from Scottsdale · 1 site · RV · Mesa, AZ

We have a small one acre Hobby Farm in the desert. We have a myriad of unique animals; A donkey, goats, sheep, alpaca, pigs, chickens and dogs. We sell fresh eggs when available. We also have a small farm shop (currently online only) We love visitors and learning where people are traveling from. We have a 30 amp & 50 amp hook up and water hookup. We are close to dump sites, great food and lots of amenities. There is a dog park nearby. You can order door dash or any other food delivery place and they will deliver to the farm.

3. Mountain View Retreat

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19mi from Scottsdale · 8 sites · RVs · New River, AZ

Experience the ambiance of a boutique resort as you escape to our beautifully landscaped and immaculately maintained private 10 acre property in the North Valley. We have several primitive campsites that can accommodate campervans and tents as well as several full hook-up sites (30 amp electric, water and sewer). You will be welcomed into a peaceful, desert oasis with luxurious amenities and find yourself immersed in a tranquil, serene setting surrounded by breathtaking views. Not only will you experience warm hospitality from your hosts, but our friendly farm animals will give you a warm welcome too! Guests are welcome to interact with all of our animals during our afternoon chores. In addition to your personal, spacious campsite you are sure to enjoy all the amenities we offer, including shared access to our entire property with many seating areas, hammocks, covered patios, water fountains, outdoor kitchen, horseshoe pit, games and hot tub. NON-SMOKING adult guests ONLY! Please review entire listing and house rules prior to booking. ……..Discounts offered for long term stays……….

4. Santan Mountain Views

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35mi from Scottsdale · 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.

5. Mountain View Retreat II

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19mi from Scottsdale · 1 site · RV · New River, AZ

Enjoy a night, a week or longer term stay in your RV on our beautiful 10 acre property just north of Phoenix. Gorgeous mountain views, natural desert landscape, star-filled skies and breathtaking sunsets provide a picturesque backdrop that will provide an unforgettable stay. Our unique property provides a quiet, tranquil, dark and calm setting. (Please review house rules before requesting to book). Our Large RV site can accommodate RVs up to 40' (30 amp) and includes: Water 30 Amp electric Sewer Bistro table and chairs Wifi Check-in between noon and 5 pm only. Pets allowed with approval only. **NON-SMOKING Guests ONLY. **Max of 2 adults. ************Discounts For Longer Stays*************

Stories from the community

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Christina

3 weeks 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

3 weeks 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

November 2025

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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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.

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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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Dennis

May 2025

26 ft Class A

With pets

5 nights at Heritage District Downtown Gilbert

Being in walking distance of the Heritage District is awesome. Justine and Adam make us feel at home.

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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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Leslie

April 2025

40 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Heritage District Downtown Gilbert

The site is so cute! There are twinkle lights on the side of the house, a little fire pit, and some other cute touches. The pad had ample space for our 23’ travel trailer and SUV, and the FHU was much appreciated. The dogs were grateful to have some space to run around after many days on leashes, and they found the chickens fascinating. 😁 The train is definitely loud, so if you’re a super light sleeper or have children who are, that may be a deterrent. For us, it was no big deal; the one time it passed when we were asleep, we just rolled over and went back to sleep. We would definitely stay here again!

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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.

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Susan

April 2025

25 ft Class C

3 nights at Heritage District Downtown Gilbert

This was a great location for us to be. Nice flat pad with full hookups. We really enjoyed staying here and will likely stay again in the future!

Carrie

April 2025

20 ft travel trailer

3 nights at Heritage District Downtown Gilbert

Great location within walking distance to down town. Be sure to try MexiQ for amazing BBQ. Plenty of space in back that felt very private. We would stay here again:)

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Mark

April 2025

27 ft toy hauler

13 nights at Santan Mountain Views

We enjoyed our time on Julie's land. It was very quiet and beautiful. 0

Relax w/ a glass of wine or cup of coffee as you take in the views.

Karen

March 2025

20 ft Class B

Weekend Trip to Mountain View Retreat

This place was amazing! It was very peaceful and beautiful. It was fun having Jefferies’s two great Pyrenees, three goats and six chickens. It made me a little less homesick😀 We would definitely go back again.

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Liz

March 2025

28 ft Class C

10 nights at Mountain View Retreat

Great setup for the RV with full hookup. We enjoyed the solitude. The grounds are exceptionally kept and while we spent a lot of time in Phoenix there are lawn games, board games and a workout area to use. We received some eggs from the chickens too!

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Wendy

March 2025

23 ft travel trailer

4 nights at Heritage District Downtown Gilbert

We were there for a wedding and were busy with everything so we didn’t get to spend any time in Gilbert, but our stay with Adam and Justine was fantastic. We have three dogs, and one that is obsessed with chickens. Adam and Justine have chickens so she was immediately in heaven. The RV site is level and enclosed and very safe and comfortable. Full hookups with 50 and 30 amps. Whenever we travel to that area, that’s where we’ll be staying. Safe, comfortable and accommodating.

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Julia

March 2025

22 ft travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at Mountain View Retreat II

Jeffrey has many options for staying on his ranch with tiny houses and rv sites well spaced for privacy. The location reminds me of the Arizona I grew up in with dessert vistas and gorgeous sunsets. It was an affordable stay north of Phoenix.

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Paul

March 2025

22 ft travel trailer

4 nights at Santan Mountain Views

The property was just as expected. Clean, quiet and away from town. Walking trails are within a mile of the campsite. Just what we were looking for. And we bought some delicious farm fresh eggs from Julie! PERFECT!!

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Keith

March 2025

30 ft Class C

4 nights at Heritage District Downtown Gilbert

The site was great - everything was perfect and as described. We stayed 4 nights and also used the laundry facilities. If we are ever back in the area, we would absolutely stay here again. 100% A+