98% (344) • 14 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Snowflake
Painted Desert Ranger Cabin
1. Painted Desert Ranger Cabin
97%
(251)
38mi from Snowflake · 1 site · Lodging
ATTENTION: If you do not have a lifted, high-clearance, 4-wheel drive vehicle with locking differentials, and prepared for self-rescue with a winch, shovel, and rigging DO NOT BOOK THIS CABIN. The cabin sits at the end of an unmaintained, unimproved, dirt road that becomes impassible during winter snow events and summer monsoon rains!
The Painted Desert Ranger Cabin is a backcountry, off grid cabin acquired by Ranger Ross in 2011. Ranger Ross lived in the cabin while he worked as a resource protection ranger at the Petrified Forest National Park.
The ranger cabin is a rustic off grid cabin that offers no amenities. There is no concierge, room service, or continental breakfast. There is no linen service or fancy little bottles of shampoo. It does however, offer beautiful views of the Painted Dessert wilderness, quiet serenity, and amazing star gazing opportunities. All from the comfort of a cozy one room cabin with a queen size bed and a flush toilet.
The ranger cabin sits on the border of the north wilderness area of the Petrified Forest National Park. There are great hiking and exploration opportunities right out the back door of the cabin.
Toilets
Showers
Cooking equipment
from
$60
/ night
Shiloh Ranch Guesthouse
2. Shiloh Ranch Guesthouse
97%
(118)
26mi from Snowflake · 2 sites · Lodging
This is part of the remote sacred land of NE AZ. It is surrounded by several different Indian Reservations, has been relatively untouched for many centuries. This is where Giants walked about and before that .the dinosaurs It's located close to the stunning Painted Desert, is only 20 miles south of the amazing Petrified Forest, on the way to the Grand Canyon. This area is the gateway to many world class sites.yet is completely secluded and secure. It's easy to locate on a highway with no traffic.This Ancient land is loaded with petrified wood, occasional arrowheads, incredible pollution-free blue skies, no traffic, QUIET, the Milky Way & countless galaxies and a rare opportunity to step out of time in comfort & security. Use it as a base to explore all the surrounding sites, an intimate getaway, or stay secluded and write that book you've always longed to !Learn more about this land:The cozy Guest House is relatively self contained.....but you can explore or wander the rest of the 40 acres. Lots of DVDs if you want to relax inside. You'll find a Bar-b-Que to use on your porch., and a fire pit for campfire songs, and toasting marshmallows! There's a deep well, with delicious, pure, refreshing, cold on-site water. Enjoy the telescope for night viewing.The sunrises, sunsets, and brilliant pollution-free blue skies invite you to see at least 30 miles with clarity.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$61
/ night
Campfire Adventure Ranch
3. Campfire Adventure Ranch
98%
(22)
36mi from Snowflake · 4 sites · Tents, Lodging
Adjacent to the Petrified Forest National Park and overlooking the Painted Desert’s Lithodendron Wash, the Hopi Camper Cabin at the Campfire Adventure Ranch is located on an old ostrich ranch and a perfect base camp for your outdoor adventure. The 40 acre ranch is located on a dirt road off I-40 and just an exit away from the north entrance to Petrified Forest National Park. It is one of the closest lodging options to the park.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$25
/ night
Lyman Lake State Park
4. Lyman Lake State Park
60 sites · St Johns, Arizona
Discover Lyman Lake State Park's scenic vistas and outdoor fun.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Top of the World, rustic retreat
5. Top of the World, rustic retreat
11mi from Snowflake · 1 site · Lodging
Get away from it all at this beautiful, peaceful cabin on 40 acres with a pond, petroglyphs, an orchard, hiking trails and beautiful sunsets.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$115
/ night
Cabin by the Pond
6. Cabin by the Pond
97%
(17)
11mi from Snowflake · 4 sites · Lodging
Make some memories at this unique,family friendly log cabin. Cute, picturesque cabin with wood burning stove, queen bedroom downstairs and upstairs loft that sleeps 6
Also available to accommodate large parties is an annex that sleeps 3
Not only will you enjoy the cabin, deck with great views, TV, bbq, ping pong table, feel free to explore the 40 acres which includes 2 ponds (kayaks and paddle boat)
Petroglyphs, waterfall, orchard and breathtaking vistas especially at sunset.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$145
/ night
Star Gazing Cabin #2
7. Star Gazing Cabin #2
100%
(18)
33mi from Snowflake · 2 sites · Lodging
This is a nice spot on a hill with a gentle slope that overlooks the beautiful plateaus of Petrified Forest National Park. Enjoy the stars from the comfort of your bed through a roof glass window. Cook outside on our outdoor cooking area and enjoy the fresh breeze. There is a convenient store located over the bridge, south of the Sun Valley exit off the 40 freeway.
Very light local traffic. Sometimes you can expect wild horses, jack rabbits and cows at a safe distance. Also highway noise depending on direction of wind.
Here you can enjoy amazing star gazing and shooting stars on a dark night with no or quarter moon.
We have added lots more amenities than before.
This is an adorable 10x10 non-insulated shed/cabin with one bunk bed, a sofa bed, refrigerator, Kurig coffee counter top machine with kitchenette cabinets with storage for dishes, pots and pans and utensils.
You can also enjoy an indoor wood burning stove or a Portable Buddy heater and a two burner Coleman stove with propane tank (on request) , hot or cold running water indoor sink and outdoor shower. We provide a double cartridge toilet just outside in out house.
Enjoy the outdoor patio area with hammocks, patio tables and chairs, two bonfire pits to pick from (when wind conditions are ideal)
More pictures to come soon. Owner is always on site unless you request for more privacy ahead of time.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$110
/ night
Big Pine Cabins
8. Big Pine Cabins
100%
(4)
27mi from Snowflake · 4 sites · Lodging
Located in the Sitgreaves National Forest, we're about a 2 1/2 hour scenic drive Northeast of Phoenix, in the beautiful cool pine country.
We offer cozy real log cabins for Daily or Weekly rental, open year round for all your seasons of fun and relaxation, and of course we gladly welcome your family pets!
Nearby attractions and activities include a number of peaceful lakes for boating and fishing, several excellent golf-courses, horseback riding and hiking.
For the less sports-minded, we've also got the petrified forest and several museums nearby, a number of local antique, gift and woodcarving shops, and plenty of wildlife and bird watching!
Hunters Haven for Elk, Deer and Turkey
We receive just enough winter snow to truly enjoy and appreciate the season, and often just in time for holiday fun! A terrific place to stay while cutting down your own Christmas tree!
Winter activities include sledding for all ages on our nearby hills and slopes, bird and squirrel watching, and other wintry fun!
Our roads are generally very well maintained, but please do check road conditions prior to starting any trip into snow-country.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$105
/ night
Rustic Log Cabin
9. Rustic Log Cabin
50mi from Snowflake · 2 sites · Lodging
Large rustic log cabin in the pines. Our families favorite place to be. Cabin is 2800 sqft. and has a large 1400 sqft. deck for enjoying the outdoors and views overlooking Greer Valley. Great base camp for fishing and hiking in the spring and summer, hunting in the fall and skiing in the winter. Very close to the three Greer lakes and only 15 minutes to Sunrise Ski Park. Quiet secluded location but still close to all Greer and the White Mountains has to offer.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$312
/ night
98% (344) • 14 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Snowflake
Painted Desert Ranger Cabin
1. Painted Desert Ranger Cabin
97%
(251)
38mi from Snowflake · 1 site · Lodging
ATTENTION: If you do not have a lifted, high-clearance, 4-wheel drive vehicle with locking differentials, and prepared for self-rescue with a winch, shovel, and rigging DO NOT BOOK THIS CABIN. The cabin sits at the end of an unmaintained, unimproved, dirt road that becomes impassible during winter snow events and summer monsoon rains!
The Painted Desert Ranger Cabin is a backcountry, off grid cabin acquired by Ranger Ross in 2011. Ranger Ross lived in the cabin while he worked as a resource protection ranger at the Petrified Forest National Park.
The ranger cabin is a rustic off grid cabin that offers no amenities. There is no concierge, room service, or continental breakfast. There is no linen service or fancy little bottles of shampoo. It does however, offer beautiful views of the Painted Dessert wilderness, quiet serenity, and amazing star gazing opportunities. All from the comfort of a cozy one room cabin with a queen size bed and a flush toilet.
The ranger cabin sits on the border of the north wilderness area of the Petrified Forest National Park. There are great hiking and exploration opportunities right out the back door of the cabin.
Toilets
Showers
Cooking equipment
from
$60
/ night
Shiloh Ranch Guesthouse
2. Shiloh Ranch Guesthouse
97%
(118)
26mi from Snowflake · 2 sites · Lodging
This is part of the remote sacred land of NE AZ. It is surrounded by several different Indian Reservations, has been relatively untouched for many centuries. This is where Giants walked about and before that .the dinosaurs It's located close to the stunning Painted Desert, is only 20 miles south of the amazing Petrified Forest, on the way to the Grand Canyon. This area is the gateway to many world class sites.yet is completely secluded and secure. It's easy to locate on a highway with no traffic.This Ancient land is loaded with petrified wood, occasional arrowheads, incredible pollution-free blue skies, no traffic, QUIET, the Milky Way & countless galaxies and a rare opportunity to step out of time in comfort & security. Use it as a base to explore all the surrounding sites, an intimate getaway, or stay secluded and write that book you've always longed to !Learn more about this land:The cozy Guest House is relatively self contained.....but you can explore or wander the rest of the 40 acres. Lots of DVDs if you want to relax inside. You'll find a Bar-b-Que to use on your porch., and a fire pit for campfire songs, and toasting marshmallows! There's a deep well, with delicious, pure, refreshing, cold on-site water. Enjoy the telescope for night viewing.The sunrises, sunsets, and brilliant pollution-free blue skies invite you to see at least 30 miles with clarity.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$61
/ night
Campfire Adventure Ranch
3. Campfire Adventure Ranch
98%
(22)
36mi from Snowflake · 4 sites · Tents, Lodging
Adjacent to the Petrified Forest National Park and overlooking the Painted Desert’s Lithodendron Wash, the Hopi Camper Cabin at the Campfire Adventure Ranch is located on an old ostrich ranch and a perfect base camp for your outdoor adventure. The 40 acre ranch is located on a dirt road off I-40 and just an exit away from the north entrance to Petrified Forest National Park. It is one of the closest lodging options to the park.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$25
/ night
Lyman Lake State Park
4. Lyman Lake State Park
60 sites · St Johns, Arizona
Discover Lyman Lake State Park's scenic vistas and outdoor fun.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Top of the World, rustic retreat
5. Top of the World, rustic retreat
11mi from Snowflake · 1 site · Lodging
Get away from it all at this beautiful, peaceful cabin on 40 acres with a pond, petroglyphs, an orchard, hiking trails and beautiful sunsets.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$115
/ night
Cabin by the Pond
6. Cabin by the Pond
97%
(17)
11mi from Snowflake · 4 sites · Lodging
Make some memories at this unique,family friendly log cabin. Cute, picturesque cabin with wood burning stove, queen bedroom downstairs and upstairs loft that sleeps 6
Also available to accommodate large parties is an annex that sleeps 3
Not only will you enjoy the cabin, deck with great views, TV, bbq, ping pong table, feel free to explore the 40 acres which includes 2 ponds (kayaks and paddle boat)
Petroglyphs, waterfall, orchard and breathtaking vistas especially at sunset.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$145
/ night
Star Gazing Cabin #2
7. Star Gazing Cabin #2
100%
(18)
33mi from Snowflake · 2 sites · Lodging
This is a nice spot on a hill with a gentle slope that overlooks the beautiful plateaus of Petrified Forest National Park. Enjoy the stars from the comfort of your bed through a roof glass window. Cook outside on our outdoor cooking area and enjoy the fresh breeze. There is a convenient store located over the bridge, south of the Sun Valley exit off the 40 freeway.
Very light local traffic. Sometimes you can expect wild horses, jack rabbits and cows at a safe distance. Also highway noise depending on direction of wind.
Here you can enjoy amazing star gazing and shooting stars on a dark night with no or quarter moon.
We have added lots more amenities than before.
This is an adorable 10x10 non-insulated shed/cabin with one bunk bed, a sofa bed, refrigerator, Kurig coffee counter top machine with kitchenette cabinets with storage for dishes, pots and pans and utensils.
You can also enjoy an indoor wood burning stove or a Portable Buddy heater and a two burner Coleman stove with propane tank (on request) , hot or cold running water indoor sink and outdoor shower. We provide a double cartridge toilet just outside in out house.
Enjoy the outdoor patio area with hammocks, patio tables and chairs, two bonfire pits to pick from (when wind conditions are ideal)
More pictures to come soon. Owner is always on site unless you request for more privacy ahead of time.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$110
/ night
Big Pine Cabins
8. Big Pine Cabins
100%
(4)
27mi from Snowflake · 4 sites · Lodging
Located in the Sitgreaves National Forest, we're about a 2 1/2 hour scenic drive Northeast of Phoenix, in the beautiful cool pine country.
We offer cozy real log cabins for Daily or Weekly rental, open year round for all your seasons of fun and relaxation, and of course we gladly welcome your family pets!
Nearby attractions and activities include a number of peaceful lakes for boating and fishing, several excellent golf-courses, horseback riding and hiking.
For the less sports-minded, we've also got the petrified forest and several museums nearby, a number of local antique, gift and woodcarving shops, and plenty of wildlife and bird watching!
Hunters Haven for Elk, Deer and Turkey
We receive just enough winter snow to truly enjoy and appreciate the season, and often just in time for holiday fun! A terrific place to stay while cutting down your own Christmas tree!
Winter activities include sledding for all ages on our nearby hills and slopes, bird and squirrel watching, and other wintry fun!
Our roads are generally very well maintained, but please do check road conditions prior to starting any trip into snow-country.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$105
/ night
Rustic Log Cabin
9. Rustic Log Cabin
50mi from Snowflake · 2 sites · Lodging
Large rustic log cabin in the pines. Our families favorite place to be. Cabin is 2800 sqft. and has a large 1400 sqft. deck for enjoying the outdoors and views overlooking Greer Valley. Great base camp for fishing and hiking in the spring and summer, hunting in the fall and skiing in the winter. Very close to the three Greer lakes and only 15 minutes to Sunrise Ski Park. Quiet secluded location but still close to all Greer and the White Mountains has to offer.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$312
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Jim
2 weeks ago
1 night at Painted Desert Ranger Cabin
We loved our stay!
The cabin is comfortable and well equipped. Having a full bathroom, running water, and lights is a luxury! Ross is a great host. His advice and directions were helpful. We have a high clearance 4 wheel drive vehicle so we were able to get to the cabin without any difficulty. We can’t wait to return!
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Zach
3 weeks ago
Weekend Trip to Painted Desert Ranger Cabin
Incredible place, loved it! Road is as advertised but really manageable if it’s dry and you have the ground clearance.
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Ida
December 2025
With pets
Even in December, I was surprised we were the only ones here. This site is the perfect spot to stay after a day at Petrified Forest National Park. Just a few minutes from the northern entrance. Gave us a night off from setting up the tent, a bit more warmth, and some creature comforts. There are two bunk beds, a full table with four chairs for dining, lights, a radio, even some reading and lots of thoughtful information about the park and other useful things nearby. This place was PITCH BLACK after sunset. I stood outside for some time watching shooting stars. Definitely bring a flashlight as it's a bit of a walk in the dark to the outhouse.
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Betsy
November 2025
With pets
First of all Sandee was lovely and made us feel so very welcome.
Situated on a property that has a main house and multiple guesthouses, my family stayed in the smaller guesthouse. All amenities available meant all our needs were met. The house had plenty of room for us. Our little dog was equally welcome. The ranch was far removed from noise and nonsense, but only 20 minutes from the Petrified Forest south entrance. A beautiful setting!
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Sisi
November 2025
With pets
AMAZING SPACE!!! And amazing host. 10/10- lovely, beautiful, relaxing, accommodating, memorable, happy. Host also offered spots to check out and wow, you should listen to him
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miki
October 2025
1 night at Star Gazing Cabin #2
Great spot. Eymos was an awesome host, responsive to questions, and present to welcome/orient us, as well as giving us ample space to relax and enjoy the site on our own. Vibes are rustic/DIY but very intentional and thoughtful. The stargazing roof was a highlight.
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Rachel
October 2025
With pets
The spot was perfect for what it was. It was camping with walls and beds! We thoroughly enjoyed the fire pit and the relaxing, pretty setting. We all got a good night sleep. We will definitely stay there again if we head up that way.
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Hannah
September 2025
With pets
This place is a little slice of Heaven! Cute and quaint cabin, with a spacious loft and homey feel. There were a ton of great hiking spots with beautiful views on these 40 acres. My German Shepherd enjoyed swimming in the pond, artistically lined with cattails and full of friendly fish. The other pond was a bit overgrown, but still a sight to see. The night sky is perfect for star gazing, away from city lights. “Cabin by the Pond” is definitely a great place to go to escape the business of life!
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Charles
September 2025
With pets
Cabin by the Pond was a really nice place. Michele was very accessible and was a pleasure to deal with. If you like to fish…. The pond closest to the cabin was full of Bluegill and a few Black Bass. We never tried the second pond as it was difficult to reach due to overgrown reeds. All in all, we would definitely return and recommend!!
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sophie
September 2025
Weekend Trip to Painted Desert Ranger Cabin
Such a beautiful, peaceful stay!!! The property, ranger cabin and surrounding land is breathtaking and we are so grateful to Ranger Ross, Ranger Kip & previous people who stayed who helped make this place an amazing stop!
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Anna
August 2025
1 night at Shiloh Ranch Guesthouse
Sandee was a great host who gave us clear instructions and helped us settle in when we got there. The land is beautiful and best stars ever at night. Definitely recommend!
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Alek
August 2025
With pets
The place was perfect and Sandee was a great host. She was very helpful if I needed anything and the property is so close to the national park it made visiting very convenient. Definitely will stay here again
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Sam
July 2025
1 night at Painted Desert Ranger Cabin
My daughter and I are on an across the country roadtrip and stayed here for 1 night. The place is in an incredible location with complete solitude. However, even my Chevy Silverado bottomed out lightly in a few spots. The description is very clear that access is limited and that is very true, but it’s worth the visit. I wouldn’t recommend a visit in the summer because the building remains hot all night long (even with the garage door open), but it would seem perfect for spring and fall visits. We set up our cots outside for a relaxing night under the stars, but an unexpected storm rolled in and quickly cancelled those plans. Inside worked fine, but it was very warm. There’s a lot of space inside for a couple or small family.
Would I or we return again, certainly. It’s truly a unique experience you’ll be unlikely to match.
Thank you,
Sam & Olivia
Essex, VT
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Jeffery
July 2025
Weekend Trip to Painted Desert Ranger Cabin
Great place to be away from everything and be in a natural environment. Fun drive to get there. Very relaxing even in the heat. Nice to find a place with a shower and a flush toilet. The view in every direction is beautiful.
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B. Mitchell
July 2025
With pets
The cabin by the pond was comfortable and we had a great time. The hosts had a nice book with information and even went through the trouble of listing local resources. Great hosts
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Jessica
June 2025
4 nights at Cabin by the Pond
My husband, daughter, and myself had a lovely stay at the cabin!
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Elena
June 2025
Weekend Trip to Painted Desert Ranger Cabin
The Ranger Cabin is the type of place you go and time slips away from you in the best way possible. Remote, off-grid, and right up against the wilderness area of the Painted Desert side of the Petrified Forest National Park. You escape the cars, pavement, crowds and commercialization that so many of our beautiful parks are now riddled with. A chance to leave behind civilization, but still enjoy the amenities of an off-grid cabin is a rarity. The shower is a delight after a day of hiking out into the wilderness. There is a little pellet stove there for those that stay in the cold winter months. The cabin has a mini fridge that stays on long enough to give you the luxury of a cold beverage when you need it most. Cookware, and a stove, and all that is provided for those that need it. Leave the place cleaner than you found it, please. This is a special place, one that inspires you to leave it all behind. Read Desert Solitaire while you're there and you just might never leave. I look forward to returning someday. Until then, I will be dreaming of the gorgeous view of the seemingly eternal desert.
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Stephan Meyer
June 2025
With pets
My family and I had a wonderful time at the cabin. We fished at the ponds multiple times a day. My dogs were able to run free and enjoy nature. One of the best experiences we have had and we did not even deep dive everything. Michele was very responsive and helpful if we needed anything. Would love to come back!
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Gretchen
June 2025
1 night at Campfire Adventure Ranch
The Hopi cabin was in a semi-secluded area. There were a few other houses and cabins but they seemed unoccupied. The star gazing was spectacular. The cabin was as described. Small but clean. It had a picnic table and a fire pit. Due to a local fire ban we did not use it. The windows with screens in the cabin opened easily to allow for ventilation. The mattress on the bed was comfortable. I would recommend Hopi cabin. Note you need to bring all your own bedding and supplies, including water. Be sure to follow the owner's directions as it is a bit tricky to find. A reasonable trade off for an out of the way retreat. Plan lots of time to ponder the stars.
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David
June 2025
With pets
Awesome place. Super clean and spacious. Host even left out a bottle of bubbly for us. There’s a Dollar General across the road and a Brewery next to the store. Hot Tub was awesome. Highly Recommend this location.
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