Dispersed Camping in Apache County, Arizona
Showing 51 locations in Apache County.
Alpine Divide Campground
A small US Forest Service developed campground located directly off Highway 191 in the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest. Nestled in a scenic pine forest, this peaceful location features a clean vault toilet and picnic tables. Although there are 12 physical sites, typically only a limited number remain open. The campground is quiet at night, though some passing highway traffic is audible during the day. This spot is perfect for a relaxing, low-cost overnight stay while traveling through the area.
Alpine Valley RV Park
Alpine Valley RV Park offers clean, full-hookup sites situated just off County Road 2058. The property features well-maintained amenities including hot showers, restrooms, and laundry facilities. It is highly accommodating for short-term stays, particularly for rigs under 25 feet, though larger vehicles should inquire ahead due to tighter spaces.
Apache Trout Campground
A premier developed campground geared toward groups and large RVs, representing the only facility at Big Lake offering full electrical, water, and sewer hookups. Located within walking distance of the shoreline.
Apache-Sitgreaves Dispersed Camping
A remote dispersed camping spot situated within the ponderosa pine forests of the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests near Eagar.
Arizona Welcome Center (I-40 Eastbound)
An exceptionally clean and well-maintained state rest area located on Interstate 40 near the New Mexico border. The facility features heated restrooms, a separate vehicle parking area away from noisy semi-trucks, and scenic views of surrounding red rock formations. Expect ambient highway sounds and occasional train horns throughout the night.
Aspen Campground - East Fork Black River
This quiet developed campground is nestled along the scenic East Fork of the Black River in the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests. It provides a peaceful retreat under a lush canopy of ponderosa pines and aspens.
Avery RV & Boondocking Park
A commercial RV and dry camping area located behind an active gas station and restaurant. It offers level dirt parking in an open field, with convenient access to a dump station, fresh water, and propane.
Benny Creek Campground
Benny Creek Campground offers rustic developed campsites and group camping areas situated in a scenic pine forest. Located within walking distance of Bunch Reservoir and Greer Lakes, it is a peaceful spot for trout fishing, hiking, and enjoying the shade of tall ponderosa pines. The campground provides basic amenities including pit toilets, picnic tables, fire rings, and drinking water, with standard seasonal operations.
Big Lake Recreation Area
A highly scenic high-country camping area surrounding Big Lake in the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests. The recreation area consists of five developed campgrounds offering a wide range of services from primitive walk-in tent sites to paved RV loops with full hookups. Paved access and proximity to the water make this a premier regional destination.
BLM Land near Springerville, AZ
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BLM Road 2214 Summers
A remote dispersed camping corridor situated along BLM Road 2214. High-clearance vehicles are recommended to access the quiet surroundings.
Brookchar Campground
A small, scenic walk-in facility consisting entirely of tent-only sites. Positioned directly on the banks of Big Lake, it is the closest campground to the water and offers a rustic, peaceful escape.
Buffalo Crossing Campground
A scenic, historic Civilian Conservation Corps era campground located along the East Fork of the Black River. Shaded by tall ponderosa pines, this campground offers spacious sites close to the river with easy water access and a peaceful wilderness setting.
Caldwell Cabin
Caldwell Cabin is a historic 1920s homestead nestled in a scenic pine meadow overlooking the Black River. Managed by the U.S. Forest Service, this reservable cabin offers a rustic retreat with basic comforts like a propane stove, solar-powered lighting, and an indoor fireplace.
Canyon de Chelly National Monument
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Come Back Ranch Animal Sanctuary RV Parking
A private RV parking area located at the Come Back Ranch Animal Sanctuary, offering gravel pull-through sites with full hookups. Stays directly support horse rescue and veteran therapy programs, providing a quiet and scenic retreat minutes from town.
Conklin Creek Campgrounds
Conklin Creek Campground is a quiet, primitive Forest Service facility located in Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest offering basic camping spots amidst a dense pine forest.
Cottonwood Campground
A developed dry-camping facility shaded by cottonwood trees, located inside Canyon de Chelly National Monument. It features basic amenities, including a seasonal potable water supply and an RV dump station. The campground is situated near the visitor center, providing convenient access to local tours and scenic canyon overlooks.
County Road 4131 Dispersed Camping
A scenic dispersed camping corridor located along County Road 4131 (Forest Road 57) on the bluffs overlooking Eagar within Apache National Forest. The area offers expansive views of the surrounding mountains with multiple dirt pull-offs and loop spurs. The lower bluffs are highly exposed and can experience high winds, while traveling further down the forest road leads into more secluded spots nestled in the scrub forest.
Cow Springs South (BLM Road 2219)
An unimproved dirt corridor along BLM Road 2219 south of Springerville, offering remote dispersed camping options on public land.
Cutthroat Campground
A quiet developed facility nestled in a spruce, Douglas fir, and aspen forest along the Big Lake shoreline. Offering spacious tent-only sites with some positioned directly on the waterfront.
Deer Creek Campground
A tranquil, primitive Forest Service campground located along the East Fork of the Black River under a canopy of ponderosa pines.
Eager RV Park
A simple, no-frills RV park in Eagar, offering standard spaces for rigs up to 40 feet. It features laundry facilities and basic hookups within walking distance of a grocery store.
Forest Road 4001 G Dispersed
A peaceful dispersed camping corridor along Forest Road 4001 G, offering quiet sites among the pines near the Arizona and New Mexico border.
Forest Road 4001 J Dispersed
This quiet dispersed camping corridor along Forest Road 4001 J provides easy access into the pine forests near Eagar. The dirt road has a native material surface that is generally accessible for most rigs during dry conditions.
Forest Road 4001D Dispersed
This remote dispersed camping corridor along Forest Road 4001D is situated within the national forest near Eagar, Arizona, offering quiet forested locations.
Forest Road 4126A Dispersed
A quiet dispersed camping corridor along Forest Road 4126A in the Gila National Forest, featuring flat spots scattered among the pine trees.
Forest Road 4126R Dispersed
A quiet, pine-forested spur road offering peaceful dispersed camping opportunities with straightforward dirt-road access. Suitable for most rig types, it provides a quiet escape within the national forest.
Forest Road 80Y Dispersed
Located deep within the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests near Reservation Lake, Forest Road 80Y offers quiet, dispersed camping along a dirt corridor surrounded by dense ponderosa pine forest.
Free Campground in Canyon de Chelly NM
This basic developed campground serves as an accessible staging area for visitors exploring Canyon de Chelly National Monument and the surrounding Navajo Nation.
Gabaldon Horse Camp
Gabaldon Horse Camp is a peaceful developed campground and trailhead nestled in a dense forest. The site is highly favored by hikers and equestrian campers, providing direct access to the East Baldy Trail entering the Mount Baldy Wilderness.
Grayling Campground
A peaceful, single-loop developed campground set within a mixed conifer and aspen forest. Offers a quiet atmosphere with some sites featuring views of the water.
Hannagan Campground
A serene, primitive National Forest Service campground nestled among mature fir trees. It features a single loop with private sites, offering a quiet retreat with direct access to nearby hiking trails.
Karruth Road Dispersed
A quiet dispersed camping corridor located along Karruth Road within the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests. The area features a native dirt and gravel surface and provides access to nearby natural springs.
Lyman Lake State Park Campground
This developed campground is situated directly along the scenic shores of Lyman Lake, offering level paved sites equipped with shade structures and fire pits. It features clean restroom facilities with free hot showers, making it a comfortable stopover. Visitors can choose between dry camping or hookup sites, with self-registration available for late arrivals. Note that the park water has a high mineral content and is not recommended for drinking.
Manganitas-Salt Lake Road (BLM 2211) Dispersed
A quiet dispersed camping corridor along BLM Road 2211, offering expansive rural desert landscapes with plenty of room to spread out. The road provides access to standard public land boondocking options in eastern Arizona.
Manganitas-Salt Lake Road (BLM 2211)
A dispersed camping corridor along BLM Road 2211 (Manganitas-Salt Lake) in Apache County. This route offers quiet, remote camping opportunities in a wide-open high-desert setting.
New Mexico Welcome Center (Manuelito)
Conveniently situated right across the state line along Interstate 40, this tourist information center offers a reliable paved overnight option. It features heated restrooms, covered picnic shelters, and dramatic red sandstone vistas, though highway traffic and idling commercial vehicles are a constant presence.
Rainbow Campground
The largest developed campground in the Big Lake area, featuring six organized loops. Known as a family favorite, it offers immediate proximity to water, scenic lake vistas, and a neighboring convenience store.
Red Hill Road (BLM 2213)
Dispersed camping corridor along BLM Road 2213 near Springerville, Arizona. This area offers standard undeveloped sites situated within a desert-grassland setting, providing easy access to the nearby Red Hill geological area.
Reservation Lake Campground
Located on the scenic shores of Reservation Lake, this camping area offers peaceful lakeside sites in a dense pine forest setting. Visitors can enjoy a rustic stay with vault toilets, but must obtain tribal permits prior to arrival.
Rolfe C. Hoyer Campground
A scenic developed campground situated among the ponderosa pine and aspen forests in the Apache National Forest. It lies within walking distance of Greer Lakes and the Little Colorado River, offering access to hiking and fishing. The facility contains nearly 100 sites on level gravel pads, with several hookup options and modern amenities such as hot showers and a dump station.
South Fork Campground
Nestled in a scenic canyon along the South Fork of the Little Colorado River, this developed campground offers shaded sites under ponderosa pines. It is a peaceful forest retreat perfect for campervans and small-to-medium RVs. Quick access to fishing and hiking trails makes it highly desirable.
Speedy's Truck Stop
An active highway truck stop located along Interstate 40 near the state border, offering a safe, well-lit paved asphalt lot for an overnight rest. The location has an attached restaurant and fuel station, but features constant diesel truck noise and frequent train horns due to a nearby railway crossing.
Spider Rock Campground
A rustic, privately run campground located near the South Rim drive of Canyon de Chelly. It features spacious dirt sites among junipers and sagebrush, offering a peaceful and quiet setting. Amenities are basic, including picnic tables, fire pits, portable toilets, and a dump station, making it ideal for self-contained campers seeking a natural environment.
St John's RV Park
A developed municipal RV park located adjacent to the Apache County Fairgrounds. It offers flat gravel sites with full hookups, dry camping options, and public utility access including a dump station and hot showers.
St Johns RV Resort
A mature, established RV park offering spacious sites with mature trees, concrete patios, showers, and on-site laundry facilities.
Upper Jenkins Creek Road Dispersed
This scenic dispersed camping corridor runs along Upper Jenkins Creek in Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest near Eagar. The native dirt road provides access to quiet, wooded sites suitable for most vehicles looking for a peaceful forest setting.
Urban Stealth Parking (Eagar)
An urban area representing generic stealth parking reports in the town of Eagar. Low-profile stays are typically tolerated on a very short-term basis.
Wagon Wheel Campground
Wagon Wheel Campground offers basic, rustic campsites nestled among the pines in the scenic Chuska Mountains on the Navajo Nation.
Winn Campground
A spacious developed campground situated in Arizona's White Mountains near the Mount Baldy Wilderness. It offers standard individual, tent-only, and group sites nestled in a tranquil pine forest. Excellent base for hiking and fishing in the nearby Little Colorado River and Lee Valley Reservoir. Note that due to resource limitations, RVs should arrive with filled water tanks.