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The best great views camping near St Johns
98% (173) • 9 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near St Johns
Phoenix Mountains Treehouse
1. Phoenix Mountains Treehouse
97%
(56)
19mi from St Johns · 1 site
A treehouse in the city of Phoenix?! Yes. Our 1 acre property just outside of the heart of Central Phoenix has two legacy pine trees, one of which holds a treehouse that was originally built as an extra space for our family and is now open for guests.
Not too long ago, our neighborhood roads were dirt, and there are still several horse ranches in the neighborhood. Hiking trails start at the end of our street leading to the Phoenix Mountains and a 3 minute drive will get you to Dreamy Draw Park and Piestewa Peak, with endless miles of hiking and grand views of the city.
Toilets
Showers
Wifi
from
$85
/ night
The Sunset Nooks
2. The Sunset Nooks
94%
(34)
22mi from St Johns · 1 site
This property is in a one of a kind location that puts you on the lake in a two minute walk…. Or you can hike the Gila River in a 20 minute walk. I do have a small row boat to use as well. Just ask. The Sunset Nooks provides a fishing pole with a cooler and easy up tent as well as .tables chairs bbq utensils charcoal and sometimes wood for the fire pit. It’s a pretty cool spot to chill with shade to relax and read books and or meditate.Thanks and see y’all soon
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from
$55
/ night
Marguerita Ranch
3. Marguerita Ranch
98%
(75)
40mi from St Johns · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Pitch your tent or park your camper among towering Saguaros with stunning mountain views in every direction. Bring your camera or your horses! This is the perfect spot for relaxing, stargazing, and soaking in those famous Arizona sunsets. You’ll have a spacious, private campsite all to yourself—I only allow one booking at a time to ensure a peaceful and personal experience.
Please note: This is a working horse ranch, which means you'll see fencing, trailers, and occasional activity from people helping keep the ranch running. While your campsite is private, our property is just over two acres—so you'll also see neighboring homes. If you're looking for complete solitude with no sights, sounds, or smells of ranch life, I recommend dispersed camping elsewhere.
My 2.2-acre private horse ranch is home to:
• 8 rescue horses
• 2 donkeys
• 8 mini pigs and a few chickens!
…all ready to meet and greet!
Trail access? Absolutely.
Hiking and horseback riding trails lead directly from the property into Spur Cross Conservation Area—or take a short 10-minute drive to a main trailhead. Black Mountain Hiking Trail is also nearby and offers panoramic views of the valley. You can even ride your horse into town and tie up at the local cowboy bars!
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A few things to note:
• The landscape varies with the season—there won’t be green grass in the summer
• Please keep pets away from cactus—they bite!
• We’re located in a desert neighborhood, so please respect the nearby homes. My house and neighbors house will be in view from your campsite.
• A horse corral (50 ft round pen) is available to rent—message me if interested!
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Looking for more adventure? Lake Pleasant, Bartlett Lake, Tonto National Forest, Seven Springs, and other scenic destinations are a short drive away. Need supplies? Walmart, Lowe’s, Tractor Supply, and more are just 10 minutes down the road. Want to explore a truly unique cowboy town? Cave Creek is full of Old West charm, with saloons, quirky shops, live music, and horses sharing the road with motorcycles.
Follow and tag us on Instagram: @margueritaranch
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$66
/ night
Red Rock Roping, LLC
4. Red Rock Roping, LLC
100%
(45)
41mi from St Johns · 3 sites
Welcome to Red Rock Roping! Where you will be a close 3 mile drive to old town Cave Creek restaurants, bars, and shopping strip. But far enough to enjoy a quiet and peaceful scenery of mountains, sunsets and sunrises. Don’t forget to kick your feet up, and end your night to enjoy a wide open view of the stars! Also, keep your eyes open for desert critters such as rattlesnakes, tarantulas, scorpions, deer, road runners, bob cats, and coyotes. We ask please do not pet, catch, feed or leave any food out that will attract them. Enjoy them from a picture away :)
Our 2 accessible acres will give you 360 view of mountains, our Red Rock Roping arena, and a Saloon to gather under to enjoy cool refreshments, and a meal with your friends/family. Right outside our entrance going North on 80th Street you can hike over to the Grapevine Wash which is a short walk away from the Cave Creek Town Trail System for hiking and horseback riding, and if you’re adventurous you can hike up 2 miles of a 800’ climb on a gravel road/trails to “Mexican Hat” for an even more incredible view! We are a 30 amp full hook up (sewer, water & electrical) for 33’ RV’s and living quarters horse trailers. You will also have access to our community laundry area, with a large garbage can to dump a bag if needed.
Some suggestions for town; Grab some quick delicous breakfast and coffee at Janey’s. Or American cuisine lunch at The Horny Toad, a Mexican cuisine dinner while watching the turtles in the pond at El Encanto! Ofrenda, right at the end of the road, also has great authentic Mexican cuisine. Many restaurants to choose from all within a short drive. Bashas, Safeway, Target, and Walmart and Sprouts are all within a 3-6 mile drive too!
We have two turnout pens for horses. That are located right behind where you will park your trailer. They both have a cover that provides some shade, as well as running water. We do not provide any feed, so please make sure you bring some! We ask that you please do not feed any horses that do not belong to you. Or go into any pen that your horse is not in. For safety and respect :) Thank you in advance.
(Horse turnouts are an extra $25 each/per night)
Full hookups
from
$45
/ night
98% (173) • 9 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near St Johns
Phoenix Mountains Treehouse
1. Phoenix Mountains Treehouse
97%
(56)
19mi from St Johns · 1 site
A treehouse in the city of Phoenix?! Yes. Our 1 acre property just outside of the heart of Central Phoenix has two legacy pine trees, one of which holds a treehouse that was originally built as an extra space for our family and is now open for guests.
Not too long ago, our neighborhood roads were dirt, and there are still several horse ranches in the neighborhood. Hiking trails start at the end of our street leading to the Phoenix Mountains and a 3 minute drive will get you to Dreamy Draw Park and Piestewa Peak, with endless miles of hiking and grand views of the city.
Toilets
Showers
Wifi
from
$85
/ night
The Sunset Nooks
2. The Sunset Nooks
94%
(34)
22mi from St Johns · 1 site
This property is in a one of a kind location that puts you on the lake in a two minute walk…. Or you can hike the Gila River in a 20 minute walk. I do have a small row boat to use as well. Just ask. The Sunset Nooks provides a fishing pole with a cooler and easy up tent as well as .tables chairs bbq utensils charcoal and sometimes wood for the fire pit. It’s a pretty cool spot to chill with shade to relax and read books and or meditate.Thanks and see y’all soon
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from
$55
/ night
Marguerita Ranch
3. Marguerita Ranch
98%
(75)
40mi from St Johns · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Pitch your tent or park your camper among towering Saguaros with stunning mountain views in every direction. Bring your camera or your horses! This is the perfect spot for relaxing, stargazing, and soaking in those famous Arizona sunsets. You’ll have a spacious, private campsite all to yourself—I only allow one booking at a time to ensure a peaceful and personal experience.
Please note: This is a working horse ranch, which means you'll see fencing, trailers, and occasional activity from people helping keep the ranch running. While your campsite is private, our property is just over two acres—so you'll also see neighboring homes. If you're looking for complete solitude with no sights, sounds, or smells of ranch life, I recommend dispersed camping elsewhere.
My 2.2-acre private horse ranch is home to:
• 8 rescue horses
• 2 donkeys
• 8 mini pigs and a few chickens!
…all ready to meet and greet!
Trail access? Absolutely.
Hiking and horseback riding trails lead directly from the property into Spur Cross Conservation Area—or take a short 10-minute drive to a main trailhead. Black Mountain Hiking Trail is also nearby and offers panoramic views of the valley. You can even ride your horse into town and tie up at the local cowboy bars!
⸻
A few things to note:
• The landscape varies with the season—there won’t be green grass in the summer
• Please keep pets away from cactus—they bite!
• We’re located in a desert neighborhood, so please respect the nearby homes. My house and neighbors house will be in view from your campsite.
• A horse corral (50 ft round pen) is available to rent—message me if interested!
⸻
Looking for more adventure? Lake Pleasant, Bartlett Lake, Tonto National Forest, Seven Springs, and other scenic destinations are a short drive away. Need supplies? Walmart, Lowe’s, Tractor Supply, and more are just 10 minutes down the road. Want to explore a truly unique cowboy town? Cave Creek is full of Old West charm, with saloons, quirky shops, live music, and horses sharing the road with motorcycles.
Follow and tag us on Instagram: @margueritaranch
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$66
/ night
Red Rock Roping, LLC
4. Red Rock Roping, LLC
100%
(45)
41mi from St Johns · 3 sites
Welcome to Red Rock Roping! Where you will be a close 3 mile drive to old town Cave Creek restaurants, bars, and shopping strip. But far enough to enjoy a quiet and peaceful scenery of mountains, sunsets and sunrises. Don’t forget to kick your feet up, and end your night to enjoy a wide open view of the stars! Also, keep your eyes open for desert critters such as rattlesnakes, tarantulas, scorpions, deer, road runners, bob cats, and coyotes. We ask please do not pet, catch, feed or leave any food out that will attract them. Enjoy them from a picture away :)
Our 2 accessible acres will give you 360 view of mountains, our Red Rock Roping arena, and a Saloon to gather under to enjoy cool refreshments, and a meal with your friends/family. Right outside our entrance going North on 80th Street you can hike over to the Grapevine Wash which is a short walk away from the Cave Creek Town Trail System for hiking and horseback riding, and if you’re adventurous you can hike up 2 miles of a 800’ climb on a gravel road/trails to “Mexican Hat” for an even more incredible view! We are a 30 amp full hook up (sewer, water & electrical) for 33’ RV’s and living quarters horse trailers. You will also have access to our community laundry area, with a large garbage can to dump a bag if needed.
Some suggestions for town; Grab some quick delicous breakfast and coffee at Janey’s. Or American cuisine lunch at The Horny Toad, a Mexican cuisine dinner while watching the turtles in the pond at El Encanto! Ofrenda, right at the end of the road, also has great authentic Mexican cuisine. Many restaurants to choose from all within a short drive. Bashas, Safeway, Target, and Walmart and Sprouts are all within a 3-6 mile drive too!
We have two turnout pens for horses. That are located right behind where you will park your trailer. They both have a cover that provides some shade, as well as running water. We do not provide any feed, so please make sure you bring some! We ask that you please do not feed any horses that do not belong to you. Or go into any pen that your horse is not in. For safety and respect :) Thank you in advance.
(Horse turnouts are an extra $25 each/per night)
Full hookups
from
$45
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Terry
2 weeks ago
30 ft travel trailer
Very nice site, level, clean and quiet! Close to Carefree AZ with lots of services but far enough away to be restful. Would certainly stay here if in the area.
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Silke
2 weeks ago
With kids
The treehouse was just as described; we had a comfortable and quiet stay. Thank you!
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Palmira
2 weeks ago
Tent
Group trip
AMAZING Location with a beautiful view of the sunset. Cory is kind, helpful, and professional and was a great host. Def plan on returning <3
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Patricia
3 weeks ago
25 ft travel trailer
Red Roping was an ideal location for visiting family in Cave Creek, AZ. The view of the mountains are stunning. Would definitely stay here again.
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Laura
3 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
Cory is so friendly and accommodating! We felt very welcomed and safe. The site had everything we needed. The views of the mountains were great and the night sky visibility was fabulous! We’ll be coming back again! Thank you!
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William
March 2026
2 nights at Phoenix Mountains Treehouse
Very easy to check in. Comfortable bed, electricity available, awesome view through the branches. Bathroom outdoors and easy to access. Had a great stay!
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Mel
March 2026
Tent
Exceptional site, fantastic host. Cory makes sure campers are informed and comfortable in the space. Definitely bringing friends n fam in the future!! Has some really neat ideas he brought to life. Just enough privacy and the amenities were clean and functional. Come check out this site you won't regret it! Thanks for the hospitality bro and showing a great time. 10/10 Shoutout Lil bit 🐕
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Thomas
March 2026
33 ft fifth wheel
Beautiful horse property. Beautiful scenery. Great hikes. Lots of room for only 4 RV spots. The saloon, laundry and showers are perfect and Mel is a 5 star host.
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Micah
February 2026
1 night at Marguerita Ranch
Margarita Ranch is such a unique and beautiful place to stay! It was the perfect introduction to the Phoenix area for us. So many huge, beautiful saguaros, super dark at night to see the sky lit up with stars, and the friendliest pigs, horses, and donkeys to pet. Macy was a super communicative and hospitable host. We even found a wonderful hike to do after we checked out that was an under 15 minute drive from the site— Jewel of the Creek Preserve. We had such a great time.
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Ron
February 2026
22 ft travel trailer
Reck Rock Roping is in a quiet location with beautiful views, yet conveniently located near restaurants, shopping, and great mountain bike and hiking trails. The hosts are extremely accommodating, kind, and offer great hospitality. Easily the best Hipcamp experience we’ve had. We’ve stayed there twice and plan to return in the future.
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Elle
February 2026
1 night at Phoenix Mountains Treehouse
We had an absolutely lovely time staying at the treehouse! It’s clean, cozy and you can tell they put a lot of thought into it to make sure you felt at home. Their property is a bonus! Gorgeous big yard where you can just sit and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Another bonus- you’ll definitely see a bunny or two hopping around their yard! Outside bathroom is well kept! Very nice owners! Looking forward to coming back and staying longer than a night!
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Jeremy
February 2026
28 ft Class C
It’s in a nice area and the view is wonderful. The entire property is well maintained and is very quiet. We love staying there.
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Sonic
February 2026
Tent
Cory is a one-of-a-kind soul. He's kind and has so much to give. His place was built by this energy. Highly recommended to see his place and spend some time at the lake. Thank you for being a wonderful host!
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Ron
February 2026
22 ft travel trailer
What a fabulous stay! It is very quiet and has beautiful views. The hosts are extremely charming. They are quick to respond, wifi is fast, and access to laundry facilities was such a bonus! We highly recommend and we can’t wait to go back!
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Sharon
January 2026
25 ft travel trailer
With pets
Macy is so accommodating. Quiet and peaceful. We have been there three different times now.
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Sharon
January 2026
25 ft travel trailer
With pets
It’s beautiful and quiet. I love the pigs, horses and donkeys.
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Anna
January 2026
25 ft fifth wheel
Beautiful sunset view, very clean. Nice to have all the hookups as well as a BBQ and hot showers.
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Wendy
January 2026
28 ft travel trailer
We loved staying at Red Rock Roping! We were there for a week and plan to stay a month, next time. Mel was wonderful to work with and couldn’t have been more accommodating. Having full hookups seemed like a dream and the added facilities were unbelievable. We have never stayed at a nicer HipCamp! You can’t beat the views!
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Thomas
January 2026
33 ft fifth wheel
Wonderful camp spot and super host. The RV sites are simple, side by side but with full hookups at the rear of each site (be sure you have enough hose etc to connect). The area is very quiet. The views are amazing. Totally wonderful experience. Thank you Mel!
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Paige
January 2026
Tent
Group trip
Cory was an amazing host! Very informative and always around when we had a question! Would 10/10 recommend staying here!
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