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3 nights at Saguaro Forrest @ Dragonfly Ranch

My partner, two pups and I had a wonderful stay at Shawn and Roxy’s property. They were extremely accommodating and communicative. Everything (electrical hookups, water connections, dump station) worked flawlessly. We will definitely be back! Thanks for the lovely time :)

Weekend Trip to Saguaro Forrest @ Dragonfly Ranch

It’s a beautiful place to stay , great host , lots of wildlife to enjoy

1 night at Marguerita Ranch

Very peaceful, camper was tidy, and the sunset was so gorgeous! The saguaro cactus all around were so lovely. I wish we had more time there!

1 night at Saguaro Forrest @ Dragonfly Ranch

We took our Class A on our way to Saguaro. Location is great, beautiful area. Shawn and Roxy are easy to communicate with. The property is near the forest. We walked over and took picture of sunset. All around great place.

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.

3 nights at 1899 Historic Hotel & Camping

The bathroom is clean and well-maintained, has hot water, and the campsite is easy to locate. It’s conveniently situated about 15 minutes from the nearest town. The site is also very close to the highway. We had a wonderful time staying at this campsite.

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.

27 nights at Saguaro Forrest @ Dragonfly Ranch

Absolutely amazing place to stay! We stayed for a month in our 44ft Toyhauler on site 2. It felt private and safe and hosts are kind and helpful!! There are also so many places to explore. There is a hiking trail within walking distance. Bartlett Lake, Pleasant Lake and Horseshoe Lake and all worth the trip!

May 2025

19 ft campervan

1 night at Marguerita Ranch

Great host and great sunset view. The water and 30 amp service work well. Would definitely stay here again. The little town of Cave Creek was fun to explore.

3 nights at Mesa Arizona RV Campsite Space

Spencer and Melissa were wonderful hosts, and they really put a lot of thought and investment into the space so that campers can have a great stay! The RV parking area was wide and very well-maintained, with so many amenities. It had hookups for power, water and sewer, a brick patio, a fire pit, a sparkling pool and a covered gazebo. The RV gate was secure and had a separate entrance gate with a personalized code for access. The property is conveniently located near many restaurants and retail stores. The hosts were delightful, friendly and helpful. We really enjoyed our stay, and we look forward to coming back again!

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.

1 night at Saguaro Forrest @ Dragonfly Ranch

Address and directions provided by host were good, but campsite names were a bit confusing to determine. Otherwise great hookups.. didn't use dump station but great and big sites. Lovely natural views and perfect for stargazing

Abby

May 2025

2 nights at Marguerita Ranch

I had such a wonderful time staying in this cute living quarters trailer! The pigs were so cute to see, the property well kept, the owner friendly and accomidating and the neighborhood quiet and peaceful! I hope to be back!

Weekend Trip to Marguerita Ranch

Exactly as described. Great location. Great host and communication.

jane

May 2025

Weekend Trip to Phoenix Mountains Treehouse

Beautiful and thoughtfully set up treehouse! The outdoor bathroom and shower was very comfortable. Friendly host and sweet dog. Lots of hummingbirds. Amazing place :)

4 nights at Mesa Arizona RV Campsite Space

Spencer and Melissa's place is a wonderful spot to stay in Mesa. Pool was lovely after a long hot day and they are both super friendly. RV spot is huge and should accommodate nearly any RV - and hookups include 20, 30, and 50 amps + full water and septic. I would definitely stay here again. Thank you Spencer & Melissa!

Weekend Trip to Saguaro Forrest @ Dragonfly Ranch

Last night of our camping trip. We were able to sit outside and enjoy the evening. Got the guitar out and entertained the local bunnies, doves and quail. Shawn and Roxy have a beautiful property.

Weekend Trip to Red Rock Roping, LLC

We found this place on a last minute whim and it was such a treat. Mel was very helpful and quick to respond to questions! They let us move to sites that were open to be in the shade (very sunny and hot). They had great amenities (clean bathroom and shower, shaded porch). The sunset and sunrise were beautiful! My son loved petting the horses.

2 nights at Red Rock Roping, LLC

Absolutely loved my time here! Amazing hosts, amazing facility, amazing space, and overall quiet and safe!!

4 nights at Heart & Soil Ranch

What a nice space to stay for a few days. Steve & Wendy were very accommodating, but also gave us our privacy. The neighbors have sheep that were fun to listen to. The Great Tailed Grackles serenaded us all day long. Our dogs had free run of the property as it is fully fenced. We didn't build a fire, but their fire pit area is outstanding. The location is close to Phoenix and Goodyear. We had the opportunity to walk several trails, and visit Goodyear Park, where our Guardians do their Spring Training.

Public campgrounds near Camelback Mountain

Superstition Ridgeline Trail. Accessible from campground.

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Lost Dutchman Campground

134 sites · RVs, Tents In Lost Dutchman State Park

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Box Bar Campground

1 site · RV, Tent In Tonto National Forest

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Bartlett Flat Campground

1 site · RV, Tent In Tonto National Forest

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Tortilla Campground

10 sites · RVs, Tents In Tonto National Forest

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Cave Creek Group Campground

12 sites · RVs, Tents In Tonto National Forest

Bulldog Canyon Off-Highway Vehicle Area Campground

1 site · RV, Tent In Tonto National Forest

Bronco Trailhead Campground

6 sites In Tonto National Forest

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Crabtree Wash Campground

1 site · RV, Tent In Tonto National Forest

Bagley Flat Campground

30 sites In Tonto National Forest

Riverside Campground

12 sites · RVs, Tents In Tonto National Forest

SB Cove Campground

1 site · RV, Tent In Tonto National Forest

Roadrunner Campground

In Lake Pleasant Regional Park

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Upper Burnt Corral Campground

1 site · RV, Tent 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

82 sites · RVs, Tents In Tonto National Forest

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Bermuda Flat Campground

1 site · RV, Tent In Tonto National Forest

Desert Tortoise Campground

In Lake Pleasant Regional Park

The Point Campground

3 sites In Tonto National Forest

Mesquite Campground

1 site · RV, Tent In Tonto National Forest

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Frazier Group Campground

1 site · RV, Tent In Tonto National Forest

Ocotillo Rec & Boating Site Campground

1 site In Tonto National Forest

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Marguerita Ranch

5 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents2 acres · Cave Creek, AZ

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

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Saguaro Forrest @ Dragonfly Ranch

5 sites · RVs5 acres · New River, AZ

*EASY ACCESS WITH LARGE TRAILERS* *INQUIRE FOR SUMMERTIME DISCOUNTS (stays from June 1 through August 31st)* We invite you to come enjoy our sliver of the Sonoran Desert here in New River. We are situated adjacent to state land that displays a majestic Saguaro forest in the mountains (where our small rural community meets the wilderness). Enjoy easy access to endless mountain trails flittered with spectacular views (and even historic artifacts) via short walk or off-road drive glittered with spectacular views. The local wildlife entails a variety of beautiful creatures, including mule deer. Enjoy the abundance of quail and rabbit throughout! All three Saguaro sites provide full RV services (water, electrical, and 30/50 amp hookups) with plenty of space between for enjoyment of the views. Boondocker sites are great for easy in-out dry camping, making for an early start for your trip out of town or into Phoenix. Loose gravel throughout all sites. Boondocker 2 is by currently closed for renovations. We are just 10 minutes from the I-17 (Lake Pleasant is a just 45 minute drive). Phoenix is a close commute, where you will find many more amenities. Rent an off-road vehicle, boat for the lake (or bring yours!), or plan a tour and ENJOY YOUR STAY! We are more than happy to help facilitate an exquisite time here so do let us know how we can best meet your needs while here. Feel free to reach out with any questions and thank you for considering us for your stay. Also, a HUGE thank you to Dave and Loretta for the amazing work they did to create this space for everyone to enjoy. As we transition to new ownership, we are grateful to have the honor to step into this role. More to come...! Shawn & Roxy

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Phoenix Mountains Treehouse

1 site · Lodging1 acre · Phoenix, AZ

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.

Las Brisas De Garfield

1 site · RV, Tent1 acre · Phoenix, AZ

House is set on the front half of the property, with a large backyard. Park your RV / car camper in the backyard by alley way access under a large mesquite tree. This location is right in the heart of Downtown Phoenix. Able to leave vehicle safely locked behind a fenced yard. Located 3 houses down the back alley.

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Gambel Field

6 sites · RVs, Tents14 acres · Tonopah, AZ

Just off the beaten path, but yet easy access to the interstate, Gambel Field is 14 acres of grass field with ample camper parking. Bordering on the the state trust land and the Hassayampa River bottom the view extends for miles. Campfires and grills are allowed only in the sand parking area, never on the grass. We also have a strict NO GLASS policy. We are very dog friendly, however you MUST tell us if you are bringing pets.

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Cave Creek Quiet Homestead

5 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents5 acres · Cave Creek, AZ

Quiet slice of heaven under the stars on our homestead. Due to some unexpected commitments, it was necessary to reduce our camping experience for our winter 2024 season. We are very sorry, but will reopen as soon as possible. Please check back for open dates and sites Our space offers a tranquil setting with several camping options. Site # 1: Closed for 2024 season. Sorry Site #2: Closed for 2024 season. Sorry 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!

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“Field of Dreams” Mesa AZ

1 site · RV1 acre · 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.

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Heritage District Downtown Gilbert

1 site · RV1 acre · 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.

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Back yard oasis

3 sites · RVs, Tents2 acres · Phoenix, AZ

Beautiful grassy backyard Oasis 7 mins from downtown. If you are looking to a place to camp still in the city limits for a great price this is the one for you. Not a lot of traffic noise 30'+ trees lining the property, kids play set, we do live on the property. If you want to be a little more secluded we have another 1/2 acre that butts up to our property we do not live on. Both properties are gated.

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Lake Pleasant Grand View

1 site · RV, Tent20 acres · Black Canyon City, AZ

Learn more about this land:Pitch your tent on top of a hill with a beautiful lake view. Hike to the top of the mountain towards the back of the property. Lake is about 8 miles away. 4wd is highly recommended. Bring your quads or side-by-sides if you have them. Trails go to Crown King. Donkeys, deer and javelinas have been sited on the property.

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Chandler and Gilbert AZ RV hook up

3 sites · RVs, Tents1 acre · Chandler, AZ

Pet friendly Private RV parking walled off from the rest of the house. There is all amenities needed. Full hookup. Including 50 amp electric with 30 amp adapter Also has a sewer connection and water. WiFi. Large pine to the west proving afternoon shade With small picnic area under pine tree................................................

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Heart & Soil Ranch

1 site · RV1 acre · Avondale, AZ

Heart and Soil Ranch is located on the fully fenced, back acre of our family's 1.5 acre homestead in the Southwest Phoenix area. Situated outside of city limits it's a nice and quiet getaway from the busy city. Guests have a nice, family and pet friendly full size RV space with full hookups available, to include a deck with a picknick bench and plenty of grass. There's also an oversized firepit with enough space for family and friends to enjoy a night of smores and songs around the campfire. Relax, and play on this small 1-acre ranch property! We are on a septic system so please make sure your waste tanks are empty prior to arrival and only flush septic safe toilet paper during your stay.

Camping near Camelback Mountain guide

Overview

Camping near Camelback Mountain puts you close to some of Arizona’s most striking desert trails and sunrise views. With over 1,950 campsites in the area, you’ll find options tucked against red rock, beside saguaro stands, and just far enough from the city to spot the stars. Nights start at $20, with an average around $52, so there’s a site for most budgets. Top picks include Pinnacle Farms South (606 reviews), a mainstay for return campers, Cave Creek Quiet Homestead (125 reviews), and Mountain View Retreat (124 reviews). Toilets, campfires, and pet-friendly spots are common, so you can bring the dog and relax by the flames after a day spent fishing, horseback riding, or swimming. Early mornings mean cooler hikes, and by afternoon, you’ll want shade or a swim. Pack layers, plenty of water, and don’t forget your camera—the rock formations catch wild colors at sunset.

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