Discover the best campgrounds near Needles, California with wildlife watching

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S.W.Eden Ranch

3 sites · RVs4 acres · Kingman, AZ

Learn more about this land:Nestled in Clack Canyon with million dollar views of bluffs on each side and mountain ranges in the distance, this property offers peace, quiet and serenity.

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Desert's Edge at Lake Havasu

1 site · RV1 acre · Lake Havasu City, AZ

Located just a few minutes from nearby Lake Havasu City, Desert's Edge is set on a one-acre parcel within the Mohave County community of Crystal Beach. With construction only recently completed, the property has been graded and developed specifically with the RV campsites in mind. There is over 1/2 acre dedicated to the camping area, making Desert's Edge an excellent location for a private group gathering, or just one big campsite all to yourself. Learn more about this land: You're a couple of minutes from the Castle Rock Bay kayak launch and the beautiful backwaters of the Colorado River. You're just a few steps from the Havasu National Wildlife Refuge where you can enjoy hiking and sightseeing amongst the wild burros that call this place home. Guests will have immediate access to the Arizona Peace Trail and surrounding sand dunes for unlimited UTV and off-road fun. Relax in the country setting with horses as your closest neighbors. Wake to the sounds of roosters crowing along with a multitude of desert-dwelling birds. The night skies are perfect for stargazing as you sit beside the campfire. Desert's edge has a primary site reserved for a single RV, plus an adjacent second site that can be reserved when groups of family or friends with two RV's wish to camp side by side and share in the fun!

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Righteous Ranch

18 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents5 acres · Oatman, AZ

Righteous Ranch is a 5 acre natural desert space with a gorgeous view of the Western Arizona mountains. Located near Kingman and Bullhead City--and only 90 minutes from Las Vegas, Righteous Ranch is nestled at the edge of nature next to wild donkeys and free-roaming cows. Righteous Ranch offers an off-grid escape from civilization and a wild experience. Amenities include two domesticated bus homes, a simple shower, brand new outhouse, a small multi-purpose trailer and a boat-lounge area. With plenty of space to explore, the ranch offers shady spots to cool down during the day and a cozy fireplace to warm your night. Solar panels offer enough power to charge your devices. This space is ideal for: camping, hiking, film productions, small festivals, group retreats, weddings, honey moons, birthday and anniversary parties, team-building weekends, survivalist retreats and just about anything you can imagine. Come and see the stars like you have never seen them before.

Magic in the Mohave

1 site · RV, Tent40 acres · Yucca, AZ

This is a peaceful campsite in the middle of North Americas largest Joshua Tree forest. There are saguaro cactus covered mountains nearby and an abundance of desert wildlife all around. Mountain views in every direction. Come explore this huge property and immerse yourself in nature.

Wits End Ranch

9 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents40 acres · Yucca, AZ

"Thar's gold in them thar hills" could've been coined right here. There are gold mines and evidence of miners picking quartz etc. all around us. Cairns marked off areas that are still here over a hundred years later. We are the center of the oldest examples of Arizona cattlemen starting herds right here. Round-ups and branding still go on every year. One of the prettiest areas in the state for all kinds of unique boulder and rock formations, flora and fauna. Wonderful hiking and scenic drives.

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Desert's Edge at Lake Havasu

1 site · RV1 acre · Lake Havasu City, AZ

Located just a few minutes from nearby Lake Havasu City, Desert's Edge is set on a one-acre parcel within the Mohave County community of Crystal Beach. With construction only recently completed, the property has been graded and developed specifically with the RV campsites in mind. There is over 1/2 acre dedicated to the camping area, making Desert's Edge an excellent location for a private group gathering, or just one big campsite all to yourself. Learn more about this land: You're a couple of minutes from the Castle Rock Bay kayak launch and the beautiful backwaters of the Colorado River. You're just a few steps from the Havasu National Wildlife Refuge where you can enjoy hiking and sightseeing amongst the wild burros that call this place home. Guests will have immediate access to the Arizona Peace Trail and surrounding sand dunes for unlimited UTV and off-road fun. Relax in the country setting with horses as your closest neighbors. Wake to the sounds of roosters crowing along with a multitude of desert-dwelling birds. The night skies are perfect for stargazing as you sit beside the campfire. Desert's edge has a primary site reserved for a single RV, plus an adjacent second site that can be reserved when groups of family or friends with two RV's wish to camp side by side and share in the fun!

Magic in the Mohave

1 site · RV, Tent40 acres · Yucca, AZ

This is a peaceful campsite in the middle of North Americas largest Joshua Tree forest. There are saguaro cactus covered mountains nearby and an abundance of desert wildlife all around. Mountain views in every direction. Come explore this huge property and immerse yourself in nature.

Righteous Ranch

18 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents5 acres · Oatman, AZ

Righteous Ranch is a 5 acre natural desert space with a gorgeous view of the Western Arizona mountains. Located near Kingman and Bullhead City--and only 90 minutes from Las Vegas, Righteous Ranch is nestled at the edge of nature next to wild donkeys and free-roaming cows. Righteous Ranch offers an off-grid escape from civilization and a wild experience. Amenities include two domesticated bus homes, a simple shower, brand new outhouse, a small multi-purpose trailer and a boat-lounge area. With plenty of space to explore, the ranch offers shady spots to cool down during the day and a cozy fireplace to warm your night. Solar panels offer enough power to charge your devices. This space is ideal for: camping, hiking, film productions, small festivals, group retreats, weddings, honey moons, birthday and anniversary parties, team-building weekends, survivalist retreats and just about anything you can imagine. Come and see the stars like you have never seen them before.

S.W.Eden Ranch

3 sites · RVs4 acres · Kingman, AZ

Learn more about this land:Nestled in Clack Canyon with million dollar views of bluffs on each side and mountain ranges in the distance, this property offers peace, quiet and serenity.

Topock Haven

1 site · RV1 acre · Topock, AZ

This 0.25 acre lot is level to the street with easy access for RV/trailer campers. No tents allowed. Septic tank with water hook-up on lot. No power hook-ups. OHV, hunting, fishing, and boating on the Colorado River are just a few blocks away! Gas station and restaurants/bars are within a mile. Lake Havasu, Oatman, and Laughlin a quick 30-45 minute drive away! This small town is perfect to get away from the city and enjoy nature!

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Secret Pass

7 sites · RVs, Tents2 acres · Yucca, AZ

Welcome to secret pass. If you're looking to get away from everything or camp with no neighbors in sight, then you have found the right place. Beautiful views of the mountains in every direction. This property is 2.5 acres of pure desert and an excellent spot to for tent or RV camping. There is no water or sewer on site so plan accordingly. You will need 4X4 to access the property. Its about 25 minutes to Yucca or 27 mins to Kingman for any of your shopping and food essentials.

Wits End Ranch

9 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents40 acres · Yucca, AZ

"Thar's gold in them thar hills" could've been coined right here. There are gold mines and evidence of miners picking quartz etc. all around us. Cairns marked off areas that are still here over a hundred years later. We are the center of the oldest examples of Arizona cattlemen starting herds right here. Round-ups and branding still go on every year. One of the prettiest areas in the state for all kinds of unique boulder and rock formations, flora and fauna. Wonderful hiking and scenic drives.

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Pretty Little Pal O' Mine

2 sites · RVs, Tents1 acre · Golden Valley, AZ

Beautifully cleared and landscaped camping / RV parcel just 14 miles west of Kingman off Historic Route 66. Surround yourself with peaceful 360 degree mountain views with easy access to Historic Route 66. TONS of area attractions are a short drive from this property, and going into town for supplies takes only 25 minutes. Attractions include: -The location itself, with nature and incredible views all around -Spectacular night time stargazing -A great launch spot or rest spot for: -Mt Nutt Wilderness Area -Oatman, AZ where you can see and touch wild burros -The Grand Canyon West Rim -Laughlin, NV -The Colorado river for boating, swimming, fishing -Lake Havasu -The London Bridge (yes, the acutal London Bridge from the childrens song) -Havasu Wildlife Refuge -and more... Be far away from it all, but with all the conveniences nearby. Accessible via dirt road, just a little over a mile off paved Historic Route 66!

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Desert flats ranch

2 sites · RVs, Tents3 acres · Walnut Creek, AZ

Desert flats ranch is the ultimate camping location for those that want to truly get away from civilization and deeply connect with nature we are located just far enough off of historic route 66 to spend some quiet time in the desert yet close enough to jump on and enjoy everything this area has to offer form the historic Ghost town of Oatman Arizona to the night life of Laughlin Nevada and only a short 2 hour drive from Vegas bring your off-road toys or horse's and enjoy the endless desert trails throughout the area with beautiful views of Arizona's black mountainsLearn more about this land:This property is far enough back that you get to experience The calm and quiet of the wildlife in Arizona uninterrupted. Wake up to watch an amazing sunrise and possibly share that moment with one of our local wild burros or bulls. Sitting about a mile off of route 66. Easy drive to Kingman or visit the historic ghost town of oatman which are each only 20 minutes away. With gorgeous views of all 3 mountain ranges surrounding our area.

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Scenic Desert Off-Grid Camping

1 site · Tent1 acre · Walnut Creek, AZ

Ultimate off-grid camping adventure along Historic Route 66! Nothing but off-grid, open land! Perfect if you just need a place to stop and sleep! 1.5 hours from Las Vegas, located 15 miles west of Kingman. Bring your tent for amazing night sky experiences! Nearby attractions: Lake Havasu Hualapai Mountain Park Chloride Ghost Town Hiking Camping Off-Roading OHV Wild Burros, Oatman, AZ Grand Canyon West Rim Much More!!!

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White feather ranch

1 site · RV, Tent5 acres · Yucca, AZ

The white feather Ranch is a permaculture Food Forest and garden volunteers from across the country to stay and work here for there rent people here are always Pleasant helpful and informative I love this place I've had it for 12 years I'm Native American I'm in the music business and I love gardening everything here is an experiment including new friendships so come and enjoy the desert like I do and bring your camera you might see a UFO or two true story.Learn more about this land:You pull into the long driveway and you meet the owner she'll direct you to a spot for you to park at depending on the amount of privacy you would like. You're welcome to make your own fire pit, get comfortable and watch the sunset in a desert atmosphere. Bring your camera, you may get a glimpse of a UFO - they are frequent here. This is bare desert other than the owners home and distant neighbor.We just built an outdoor shower fully enclosed but open roof... 4 claw bathtub and separate shower head with instant hot water unit please come and enjoy taking a shower under the stars.Please alert the host on the size of your tent so that we can accommodate you in the correct camping spot.

Desert Style Living

17 sites · RVs, Tents3 acres · So Hi, AZ

Open flat land with some desert plants and cactus. Open fire pits with picnic tables for fun camping. Large pull thru spaces for a more open feeling. Close to BLM Land to ride your razors, or go to an open area to do some target shooting with your guns. Mountains to your reach, many gold mines to explore. 6 miles from Kingman or 20 miles to Laughlin Nv. 20 minutes to Oatman, an old gold mining town with wild donkey that roam the town. 2 miles to gas or convince stores. We are located in Golden Valley, a small recreation area for RVers and campers. Enjoy the flickering lights at night of Golden Valley, and look up to millions of stars. This place is a hidden secret to be explored!Learn more about this land:Stay on a beautiful two acre on our property. We will soon be putting septic and water on property you can run your quiet generators. Land is next to BLM land so the use of razors has 100s of acres of open land to ride on. Mountain views all around. Easy access in and out. Gun shooting area to practice at. Lots of Jack rabbits ,cotton tails, coyotes and cows. Close to shopping and gas approximately 2 miles from property. Closest neighbors are not too far away.

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Topock Haven

1 site · RV1 acre · Topock, AZ

This 0.25 acre lot is level to the street with easy access for RV/trailer campers. No tents allowed. Septic tank with water hook-up on lot. No power hook-ups. OHV, hunting, fishing, and boating on the Colorado River are just a few blocks away! Gas station and restaurants/bars are within a mile. Lake Havasu, Oatman, and Laughlin a quick 30-45 minute drive away! This small town is perfect to get away from the city and enjoy nature!

Desert's Edge at Lake Havasu

1 site · RV1 acre · Lake Havasu City, AZ

Located just a few minutes from nearby Lake Havasu City, Desert's Edge is set on a one-acre parcel within the Mohave County community of Crystal Beach. With construction only recently completed, the property has been graded and developed specifically with the RV campsites in mind. There is over 1/2 acre dedicated to the camping area, making Desert's Edge an excellent location for a private group gathering, or just one big campsite all to yourself. Learn more about this land: You're a couple of minutes from the Castle Rock Bay kayak launch and the beautiful backwaters of the Colorado River. You're just a few steps from the Havasu National Wildlife Refuge where you can enjoy hiking and sightseeing amongst the wild burros that call this place home. Guests will have immediate access to the Arizona Peace Trail and surrounding sand dunes for unlimited UTV and off-road fun. Relax in the country setting with horses as your closest neighbors. Wake to the sounds of roosters crowing along with a multitude of desert-dwelling birds. The night skies are perfect for stargazing as you sit beside the campfire. Desert's edge has a primary site reserved for a single RV, plus an adjacent second site that can be reserved when groups of family or friends with two RV's wish to camp side by side and share in the fun!

S.W.Eden Ranch

3 sites · RVs4 acres · Kingman, AZ

Learn more about this land:Nestled in Clack Canyon with million dollar views of bluffs on each side and mountain ranges in the distance, this property offers peace, quiet and serenity.

Magic in the Mohave

1 site · RV, Tent40 acres · Yucca, AZ

This is a peaceful campsite in the middle of North Americas largest Joshua Tree forest. There are saguaro cactus covered mountains nearby and an abundance of desert wildlife all around. Mountain views in every direction. Come explore this huge property and immerse yourself in nature.

Righteous Ranch

18 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents5 acres · Oatman, AZ

Righteous Ranch is a 5 acre natural desert space with a gorgeous view of the Western Arizona mountains. Located near Kingman and Bullhead City--and only 90 minutes from Las Vegas, Righteous Ranch is nestled at the edge of nature next to wild donkeys and free-roaming cows. Righteous Ranch offers an off-grid escape from civilization and a wild experience. Amenities include two domesticated bus homes, a simple shower, brand new outhouse, a small multi-purpose trailer and a boat-lounge area. With plenty of space to explore, the ranch offers shady spots to cool down during the day and a cozy fireplace to warm your night. Solar panels offer enough power to charge your devices. This space is ideal for: camping, hiking, film productions, small festivals, group retreats, weddings, honey moons, birthday and anniversary parties, team-building weekends, survivalist retreats and just about anything you can imagine. Come and see the stars like you have never seen them before.

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Righteous Ranch

18 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents5 acres · Oatman, AZ

Righteous Ranch is a 5 acre natural desert space with a gorgeous view of the Western Arizona mountains. Located near Kingman and Bullhead City--and only 90 minutes from Las Vegas, Righteous Ranch is nestled at the edge of nature next to wild donkeys and free-roaming cows. Righteous Ranch offers an off-grid escape from civilization and a wild experience. Amenities include two domesticated bus homes, a simple shower, brand new outhouse, a small multi-purpose trailer and a boat-lounge area. With plenty of space to explore, the ranch offers shady spots to cool down during the day and a cozy fireplace to warm your night. Solar panels offer enough power to charge your devices. This space is ideal for: camping, hiking, film productions, small festivals, group retreats, weddings, honey moons, birthday and anniversary parties, team-building weekends, survivalist retreats and just about anything you can imagine. Come and see the stars like you have never seen them before.

Topock Haven

1 site · RV1 acre · Topock, AZ

This 0.25 acre lot is level to the street with easy access for RV/trailer campers. No tents allowed. Septic tank with water hook-up on lot. No power hook-ups. OHV, hunting, fishing, and boating on the Colorado River are just a few blocks away! Gas station and restaurants/bars are within a mile. Lake Havasu, Oatman, and Laughlin a quick 30-45 minute drive away! This small town is perfect to get away from the city and enjoy nature!

S.W.Eden Ranch

3 sites · RVs4 acres · Kingman, AZ

Learn more about this land:Nestled in Clack Canyon with million dollar views of bluffs on each side and mountain ranges in the distance, this property offers peace, quiet and serenity.

Magic in the Mohave

1 site · RV, Tent40 acres · Yucca, AZ

This is a peaceful campsite in the middle of North Americas largest Joshua Tree forest. There are saguaro cactus covered mountains nearby and an abundance of desert wildlife all around. Mountain views in every direction. Come explore this huge property and immerse yourself in nature.

Secret Pass

7 sites · RVs, Tents2 acres · Yucca, AZ

Welcome to secret pass. If you're looking to get away from everything or camp with no neighbors in sight, then you have found the right place. Beautiful views of the mountains in every direction. This property is 2.5 acres of pure desert and an excellent spot to for tent or RV camping. There is no water or sewer on site so plan accordingly. You will need 4X4 to access the property. Its about 25 minutes to Yucca or 27 mins to Kingman for any of your shopping and food essentials.

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Camping near Needles with wildlife watching guide

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Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to resource for camping in the United States! If you're looking for a camping experience near Needles, California, with a focus on wildlife watching, we've got you covered. With over 550 options specifically tailored to your preferences, you're sure to find the perfect spot to immerse yourself in nature and observe the local fauna. Looking for some top-rated options? Check out Mojave Desert Ranch (120 reviews), Slow me Down Ranch (92 reviews), or Tammy Reeves (96 reviews). Whether you're a seasoned camper or new to the outdoors, our campsites offer a range of popular amenities like trash disposal, showers, and campfire facilities. Plus, you can enjoy exciting activities such as whitewater paddling, climbing, and off-roading (OHV). So pack your gear and get ready to experience the beauty of nature near Needles, California!