Dispersed Camping in Gila County, Arizona
Showing 255 locations in Gila County.
Alderwood Campground
Alderwood Campground is a peaceful, free U.S. Forest Service site offering basic amenities along Haigler Creek. The access road is gravel and can be winding, making it best suited for smaller rigs.
Anderson Mesa Dispersed Area
A scenic ponderosa pine forest area along Anderson Mesa offering quiet, dispersed camping opportunities. The main access road and adjacent forest spurs provide several flat, shaded pull-outs suitable for various rig sizes.
Anderson Mesa Dispersed Camping
A scenic dispersed camping corridor situated in the Coconino National Forest. The area comprises Anderson Mesa Road and its adjacent forest spurs, offering quiet camping spots nestled among pine trees. It provides convenient access to nearby Soldier and Long Lakes.
Anderson Mesa Dispersed
A scenic forest corridor along Anderson Mesa within Coconino National Forest, offering dispersed camping in a peaceful ponderosa pine setting with adjacent dirt spurs for extra privacy.
Apache Gold Casino
A commercial casino resort complex offering both full-hookup RV sites and budget-friendly dry camping in a designated lot. The facility includes convenient access to an adjacent gas station, convenience store, and on-site dining options.
Apache Lake Marina
Located at the end of Route 88 near Apache Lake, this marina offers designated lakeside camping. While the layout can be somewhat unstructured, it provides convenient access to water and basic services near the boat launches.
Apache Maid Road Dispersed
A scenic corridor of dispersed camping along Apache Maid Road in the Coconino National Forest. Native dirt spur roads lead to secluded camping spots nestled under towering ponderosa pines.
Arizona Trail - Brody Seep Wilderness Camping
A scenic cluster of wilderness backpacking campsites located along the Arizona National Scenic Trail near Brody Seep and Chilson Spring in the Mazatzal Wilderness. These primitive sites offer exceptional canyon views and absolute quiet, but are strictly hike-in only as they lie within a federally designated wilderness area.
Arizona Trail - Tonto Basin Dispersed
Primitive dispersed camping sites located along the foothills of the Tonto Basin, near the Arizona Trail and Roosevelt Lake. Access is via rugged dirt tracks, offering excellent privacy and scenic desert landscapes.
Arizona Trail at Brody Seep Trail Junction
A primitive hike-in backpacking site located at the junction of the Arizona Trail and Brody Seep Trail. Offers flat clearings for tents and exceptional sunset views over the canyons.
Arizona Trail Backpacking Site (Chilson Spring Junction)
Hike-in camping area along the Arizona Trail near the junction leading towards Chilson Spring.
Arizona Trail Backpacking Site (Chilson Spring South)
A secluded hike-in backpacking spot along the Arizona Trail, located south of Chilson Spring.
Arizona Trail Backpacking Site (North of Brody Seep)
A primitive hike-in backpacking clearing along the Arizona Trail, situated in a quiet wooded setting north of Brody Seep.
Arizona Trail Dispersed Camp (Passage 26)
This backcountry dispersed camping area offers a quiet clearing surrounded by ponderosa pines along Passage 26 of the Arizona Trail.
Arizona Trail Passage 26 Backcountry Camp
This is a remote, hike-in backcountry campsite located along Passage 26 of the Arizona Trail in the Coconino National Forest.
Arizona Trail Spur Backpacking Site
A primitive hike-in clearing on a minor trail spur off the Arizona Trail.
Arizona Trail Trailside Dispersed
A highly secluded backpacker or rugged vehicle camping spot located adjacent to the Arizona Trail corridor, west of Roosevelt Lake.
Aspen Campground
A premier developed campground nestled within a lush pine and aspen forest adjacent to Woods Canyon Lake. This expansive facility features well-separated, paved loops suitable for a wide range of rigs. Guests have easy access to a nearby marina, boat ramp, and scenic hiking trails. Due to its popularity, advance reservations are highly recommended during the peak summer season.
Bachelor Cove Dispersed Area
Designated dispersed camping area on the sandy shores of Theodore Roosevelt Lake's Bachelor Cove. Offers flat terrain, direct beach access, and sweeping views of the surrounding mountains.
Baker Butte Lookout Road Dispersed
An expansive dispersed camping corridor located along Baker Butte Lookout Road within the Coconino National Forest. The area features spacious clearings surrounded by mature pine forest, offering ample room for large groups and multi-vehicle setups.
Battleground Ridge Dispersed Camping
Dispersed camping corridor along Battleground Ridge in the Coconino National Forest. The area features secluded clearings surrounded by a dense ponderosa pine forest, perfect for quiet and primitive camping. It offers convenient access to wilderness trails like the Fred Haught Trail and is ideal for self-contained rigs looking for peace and quiet.
Bear Canyon Lake Camping Area
A scenic primitive camping area situated on the ridge above Bear Canyon Lake within the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests. The area features designated camping sites marked by numbered signs spread throughout a shaded pine forest. Two vault toilets are available on-site, but visitors must bring their own water and pack out all trash, as no utility services are provided. The sites are accessible via a gravel road suitable for most vehicles, including larger motorhomes.
Bear Spring Dispersed Campsite
A beautiful dispersed forest campsite tucked away under the canopy near Bear Spring.
Bermuda Flat Shoreline Dispersed
A popular shoreline camping area offering direct beach access on the hard-packed sands of Roosevelt Lake. While it accommodates large rigs and provides incredible waterside views, it can become highly crowded and noisy with off-road vehicle activity on weekends.
Big Pine Flat Middle
A middle-corridor dispersed clearing tucked off the main dirt track, offering decent privacy from passing vehicles.
Big Pine Flat Road Dispersed
A tranquil dispersed camping corridor running along Big Pine Flat Road in the Tonto National Forest. The area features a mix of pine trees and high-desert chaparral, providing standard forest service camping opportunities close to several local springs.
Big Pine Flat West
A spacious dirt pull-off on the western end of the road corridor. Great panoramic views of the surrounding hillsides.
BLM Land near Peridot, AZ
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BLM Road 6768 Dispersed
A quiet dispersed camping corridor situated on BLM land along Road 6768 near Peridot, Arizona. The route features basic dirt pullouts suitable for primitive camping.
BLM Road 6804H12A Dispersed
This rugged dirt corridor on BLM land near Globe, Arizona, provides quiet dispersed camping options in a remote desert setting.
BLM Road 6804H5D1 Dispersed
A remote and quiet dirt road corridor on BLM land near Globe, Arizona, offering primitive dispersed camping opportunities with surrounding desert vistas.
BLM Road 6804H5D1A Dispersed
A quiet dispersed camping corridor along BLM Road 6804H5D1A in Gila County near Globe, Arizona. This area offers roadside pull-offs in a rugged desert landscape with easy access to nearby mountain trailheads.
BLM Road 6806 Dispersed
Dispersed camping along BLM Road 6806 offers a quiet desert setting near El Capitan Mountain. The dirt access road provides access to multiple pull-offs on public land.
Boulder Pool Primitive Camping Area
A scenic, primitive streamside camping area located near Boulder Pool. This rugged wilderness spot is tucked away in the scenic foothills of the Tonto National Forest, offering quiet desert camping with beautiful canyon views.
Boulder Pool South Dispersed Site
A quiet and highly secluded dispersed camping pull-off located south of Boulder Pool. Surrounded by native desert vegetation, this site offers excellent privacy and a peaceful atmosphere.
Brushy Mesa Dispersed Spot 1
Dispersed campsite located off a forest road north of Pine, Arizona, offering a secluded setting in the ponderosa pine forest near Brushy Mesa.
Brushy Mesa Dispersed Spot 2
Dispersed camping pullout nestled in the pines, providing access to scenic views of the surrounding mesas and quiet forest environment.
Buck Springs Ridge (Macks)
A dispersed camping corridor situated along Buck Springs Ridge in the Coconino National Forest, providing numerous pull-offs with ample space.
Buck Springs Ridge Corridor
This forest road corridor offers dispersed camping options along a ridge in the Coconino National Forest. The route features an improved native dirt and gravel surface accessible to most vehicle types.
Buckhorn Mountain Foothills Site
Secluded campsite situated near the base of Buckhorn Mountain. Excellent privacy provided by local topography and desert vegetation.
Buckhorn Mountain North Dispersed Site
A primitive dispersed camping pull-off located in the rugged Tonto National Forest near Buckhorn Mountain.
Buckhorn Mountain South Dispersed Site
A remote dispersed camping clearing situated off dirt tracks in the desert hills of Tonto Basin.
C.C. Cragin Reservoir Road Dispersed
A scenic dispersed camping corridor situated within the Coconino National Forest, providing convenient vehicle-accessible sites near the C.C. Cragin Reservoir and several local trailheads.
Cherry Flat Campground
Cherry Flat Campground offers a rustic, forested camping experience in the Pinal Mountains managed by the U.S. Forest Service.
Childs Dispersed Camping Area
A scenic wilderness dispersed camping area nestled along the banks of the Verde River. This location serves as the primary camping zone for visitors hiking to the historic Verde Hot Springs. The final descent is highly rugged and clay-based, making it extremely slick when wet and completely unsuitable for larger rigs or trailers.
Cholla Bay & Bachelor Cove Shoreline Dispersed Area
Scenic designated shoreline dispersed camping areas along Theodore Roosevelt Lake in Tonto National Forest. These sandy coves offer direct water access for swimming and boating, surrounded by panoramic mountain views.
Cholla Bay Dispersed Area
Designated shoreline dispersed area at Cholla Bay. Highly popular for water sports, fishing, and shoreline camping on firm dirt and sandy flats.
Cholla Campground
Situated along the shores of Roosevelt Lake, this is a large, beautifully maintained solar-powered facility offering scenic water views and excellent amenities. Spaciously laid out with shade structures, it features paved access suitable for all rig sizes, hot showers, and a convenient dump station nearby.
Christopher Creek Campground
This developed Forest Service campground offers creekside camping shaded by a scenic Ponderosa pine forest below the Mogollon Rim. It features paved access suitable for most rigs and provides easy access to nearby trout fishing and hiking trails.
Clints Well Campground
A rustic developed camping area situated in the Coconino National Forest near Clints Well. The campground features sites nestled under mature ponderosa pines and provides convenient access for standard passenger vehicles and rigs just off Highway 87.
Clover Spring Road Dispersed
Dispersed camping corridor along Clover Spring Road in the Coconino National Forest. Features a dirt and gravel native material surface accessible by standard vehicles during dry conditions, offering quiet pine forest settings.
Clover Springs Road Dispersed
This scenic route through the Coconino National Forest offers easy-to-access dispersed camping along a well-graded gravel road. Suitable for standard passenger vehicles and larger RVs, it provides quiet, wooded campsites with convenient highway access.
Coconino Forest Road Spur
A quiet dispersed camping corridor along a native-material forest road spur within the Coconino National Forest. It provides a peaceful, wooded environment suitable for self-contained campers seeking a natural retreat.
Coconino Forest Spur - East
An improved native surface Forest Service spur providing dispersed camping opportunities within the scenic Coconino National Forest. It offers excellent shade and a peaceful forested environment close to local trailheads.
Coconino Forest Spur - North
A quiet Forest Service spur located in the Coconino National Forest near Pine, Arizona. This road segment offers dispersed camping options among the pine trees, suitable for self-contained rigs looking for standard national forest camping.
Coconino Forest Spur - South
A secluded southern forest spur in the Coconino National Forest, perfect for boondockers seeking solitude under a canopy of ponderosa pines. This native material route leads to quiet, isolated pullouts.
Coconino Forest Spur (4529)
A quiet and shaded forest road corridor offering dispersed camping in the Coconino National Forest. It is perfect for those looking for basic forest camping away from the busier paved corridors.
Coconino Forest Spur (BAA1)
A scenic dispersed camping corridor along a native surface Forest Service spur in the Coconino National Forest near Pine, Arizona. It provides peaceful campsites shaded by towering pines with relatively easy access.
Coconino Forest Spur (Gila County)
A dispersed camping corridor along an National Forest road spur within the Coconino National Forest, situated near Pine, Arizona. The route features a native material dirt surface that winds through scenic pine forest terrain.
Coconino Forest Spur Dispersed Area
A quiet dispersed camping area located along a native dirt forest spur road within the Coconino National Forest. The site provides a classic undeveloped camping experience surrounded by mature pine forest, well-suited for travelers looking for peaceful isolation.
Coconino Forest Spur Dispersed
This scenic forest corridor offers dispersed camping options nestled under a dense canopy of ponderosa pines near Knoll Lake.
Coconino Forest Spur Dispersed
A quiet National Forest corridor offering dispersed camping options along a native dirt spur road. It is located near Pine, Arizona, providing peaceful wooded sites among the pines.
Coconino Forest Spur Dispersed
A quiet dirt forest road spur nestled within the Coconino National Forest near Pine, Arizona, offering dispersed camping in a classic ponderosa pine setting. The area provides easy access to nearby mountain trailheads and scenic ridges.
Coconino Forest Spur Dispersed
This Coconino National Forest spur road provides opportunities for peaceful dispersed camping under a pine canopy. The native dirt road is generally accessible to most vehicles during dry conditions.
Coconino Forest Spur Dispersed
Dispersed camping corridor located off a native-surface dirt road in the Coconino National Forest near Pine, Arizona. The area features ponderosa pines and offers easy forest access.
Coconino Forest Spurs (Rock Crossing)
A network of dirt spur roads off the main forest route near Rock Crossing, nestled in the ponderosa pine forests of the Mogollon Rim. This area offers quiet dispersed camping opportunities with close access to the Arizona Trail and C.C. Cragin Reservoir.
Coconino Forest Spurs Dispersed Camping
Quiet dispersed camping spots along native-surface forest spurs in the Coconino National Forest near Pine, Arizona. The area features scenic ponderosa pine surroundings, offering a peaceful forest setting with easy access to several local springs.
Coconino Forest Spurs near Turkey Spring
These Coconino National Forest spurs offer peaceful dispersed camping opportunities in Gila County, nestled within a quiet pine forest near Turkey Spring.
Coconino Forest Spurs off Arizona Trail
Quiet forest spurs located within the Coconino National Forest, providing serene dispersed camping opportunities near the scenic Arizona Trail. The area features ponderosa pines and peaceful surroundings, with multiple dirt turnouts suitable for self-contained rigs. High-clearance is rarely needed during dry conditions, but caution is advised during rain.
Coconino National Forest Spurs (Star Valley)
A network of scenic dirt and gravel forest spurs within the Coconino National Forest near Star Valley, providing quiet dispersed camping options surrounded by ponderosa pines.
Control Road Dispersed Corridor (FR 640)
This corridor along Control Road (Forest Road 640) sits just beneath the scenic Mogollon Rim, offering numerous dispersed campsites nestled within a ponderosa pine forest. The main gravel road is well-maintained and suitable for most rigs, though side spur roads leading to secluded spots can be rocky and uneven. The area is popular with recreational off-road vehicles on weekends but remains peaceful during the week.
Copper Mountain Dispersed Camping
A remote dispersed camping site located near Copper Mountain in the Tonto National Forest, accessible via dirt forest roads.
Crabtree Butte Dispersed
A dispersed camping area located in the scenic desert landscape of the Tonto National Forest near Crabtree Butte.
Crabtree Wash Dispersed
Dispersed shoreline camping along Apache Lake within the Crabtree Wash area of Tonto National Forest. This area offers flat gravel camping space and direct water access with improvised fire rings. Access requires a recreation pass, and vehicles must navigate unpaved roads to reach the shore.
Crook Campground
This developed group campground is situated in a tall ponderosa pine forest on the scenic Mogollon Rim, just down the road from Woods Canyon Lake. Ideal for large group gatherings, it features picnic facilities and excellent access to hiking, boating, and viewpoints.
Cypress Peak West Dispersed Site
A remote dispersed camping spot located northwest of Boulder Pool near Cypress Peak. This quiet hillside pull-off offers wide-open views of the surrounding mountains and is perfect for self-contained rigs.
Dane Ridge Road Dispersed
Dispersed camping corridor along Dane Ridge Road in Coconino National Forest, offering wooded sites on quiet ridges. Numerous small forest spurs extend from the main gravel road, providing quiet spots under the ponderosa pines near several natural springs.
Davis Wash Dispersed Area
Dispersed camping sites along the sandy wash bed of Davis Wash in Tonto National Forest.
Dick Hart Ridge Forest Corridor
Dick Hart Ridge offers scenic dispersed camping along a well-graded gravel corridor within the Coconino National Forest. The ridge features several spacious dirt spurs and pullouts shaded by dense ponderosa pine forest. While accessible to most passenger vehicles and medium-sized rigs during dry weather, the roads can become slick and muddy when wet.
Doll Baby Ranch Road (FR 406W) Dispersed
This dispersed camping corridor along Forest Road 406W offers quiet, primitive sites nestled among the rolling hills of the Tonto National Forest.
Eades Wash & Eucalyptus Dispersed Area
This dispersed camping corridor along the Eades Wash River Access road in the Tonto National Forest offers spacious pull-offs and level camping flats. Upper sections feature vault toilets, while lower tracks wind closer to the scenic Salt River.
East Clear Creek Dispersed Camping Corridor
A scenic forest corridor along East Clear Creek in Coconino National Forest, offering standard dispersed camping opportunities along unpaved gravel roads and native dirt spurs.
East Clear Creek Road Corridor
A scenic, winding forest road corridor through the Coconino National Forest. It features spacious dispersed campsites nestled among tall ponderosa pines, with some segments presenting well-maintained gravel surfaces suitable for standard vehicles and others featuring native dirt tracks.
East Mazatzal Dispersed Campsite
A quiet wilderness clearing perfect for primitive camping near the Mazatzal trail networks.
Edwards Park Road Dispersed
A rugged and scenic dispersed camping corridor along Edwards Park Road within the Tonto National Forest. The route offers several primitive pullouts and clearings, including the Little Pine Flat area, tucked into the pine-oak woodlands. High-clearance vehicles are strongly recommended as the road gets progressively rougher, rockier, and more rutted as you ascend. Perfect for self-contained campers seeking deep seclusion and beautiful mountain vistas.
Eucalyptus Dispersed
A popular dispersed camping area along the corridor featuring level parking, shade trees, and vault toilets.
Experimental Road Dispersed
Secluded dispersed camping corridor located in the Coconino National Forest. The area consists of dirt and gravel spurs winding through scenic ponderosa pine stands, offering quiet camping options with excellent privacy.
Falls Campground
A rustic, pine-shaded Forest Service campground located near Workman Creek Falls. This quiet getaway offers primitive sites alongside a scenic creek in the Sierra Ancha area.
Fisher Spring Dispersed Campsite
A secluded dispersed campsite located in a tranquil forested pocket near Fisher Spring.
Flowing Springs Dispersed
This dispersed camping area along the East Verde River offers multiple flat clearings under shaded cottonwood trees just outside Payson.
Forest Developer Road 141 Dispersed
Scenic dispersed camping along Forest Developer Road 141 within the Coconino National Forest. The road is well-maintained gravel, offering multiple flat pullouts suitable for motorhomes and standard passenger vehicles. The area features peaceful pine settings with convenient access.
Forest Road 300 (Mogollon Rim Road) Dispersed
A scenic dispersed camping corridor winding along the Mogollon Rim. This area offers beautiful pine forest campsites with spectacular canyon vistas. It is a premier forest road corridor for camping.
Forest Road 393 Dispersed Area
Rugged dispersed camping along Forest Road 393 in the Tonto National Forest requires a high-clearance 4WD vehicle.
Forest Road 445 Dispersed Area
An elevated dispersed camping area located along Forest Road 445, providing a quieter and more peaceful alternative to the busy shoreline camps closer to the lake.
Forest Road 608 (Rock Wall Trail)
A scenic dispersed camping corridor located along Forest Road 608 and adjacent spurs north of Pine, Arizona. The area features numerous campsites nestled in a ponderosa pine forest, offering excellent shade and easy access toward the canyon rim. The northern access is generally viable for high-clearance standard vehicles, while the southern approach becomes steep, rocky, and highly challenging.
Forest Road 616 & Forest Spur
Located within the Coconino National Forest near Pine, Arizona, this area features excellent dispersed camping sites under a mature ponderosa pine canopy. Spaced out along a graded dirt road, the sites are generally level and offer stone fire rings. Accessible to standard passenger vehicles during dry conditions, this corridor provides peaceful camping within easy reach of nearby mountain springs.
Forest Road 93 & Forest Spurs
A scenic dispersed camping corridor along Forest Road 93 and its branching spurs in the Coconino National Forest, near Turkey Mountain. Surrounded by a beautiful ponderosa pine forest, this area offers numerous dirt pull-offs with established stone fire rings. Access is via flat dirt roads that are suitable for most rigs in dry weather.
Forest Road 9350 Dispersed Camping
A spectacular designated dispersed camping corridor winding along the Mogollon Rim. This area offers over 40 numbered, well-spaced sites nestled among tall ponderosa pines. The premier sites sit directly on the rim edge, showcasing breathtaking, unobstructed views of the valley below, while those further back provide quiet, forested seclusion. A vault toilet is available near the entrance, but campers must pack out all trash.
Forest Service Road 135 Dispersed
Dispersed camping corridor offering pine-forested pull-offs along Forest Service Road 135 near Pine Mountain.
Forest Spur - Coconino National Forest
This Forest Service spur road in the Coconino National Forest offers dispersed camping opportunities on native dirt surfaces. The road is open year-round to all vehicles, including motorhomes.
Forest Spur (Coconino National Forest)
A quiet Forest Service spur road in the Coconino National Forest, providing dispersed camping opportunities. The corridor winds through ponderosa pine trees, offering a peaceful and scenic setting typical of northern Arizona's high country.
Forest Spur (Coconino National Forest)
A scenic forest corridor situated within the Coconino National Forest. It offers excellent dispersed camping opportunities along a well-graded gravel road.
Forest Spur (Coconino National Forest)
A quiet dirt spur road within the Coconino National Forest, providing dispersed camping opportunities in a scenic pine forest near Chavez Spring.
Forest Spur (Coconino National Forest)
A quiet dispersed camping corridor situated along a Forest Service spur road in the Coconino National Forest, offering standard primitive camping options surrounded by ponderosa pines.
Forest Spur (Coconino National Forest)
This quiet forest spur in the Coconino National Forest offers convenient dispersed camping opportunities among the ponderosa pines. The native dirt road is flat and suitable for most vehicles under dry conditions.
Forest Spur (Coconino National Forest)
A quiet forest spur road within the Coconino National Forest near Buck Mountain, offering dispersed camping in a typical wooded Arizona setting. The road is composed of native material and is accessible to standard vehicles and motorhomes in dry conditions.
Forest Spur (FR 54714f05) Dispersed
Primitive dispersed camping corridor situated along a native dirt spur in the Coconino National Forest. The site provides a quiet setting among mature ponderosa pines, easily accessible for most rig types in dry conditions.
Forest Spur (FR 6c8ce66b) Dispersed
Secluded camping corridor along a native surface forest spur near Pine, Arizona. This area offers excellent privacy under dense pine cover, with plenty of level spots for vans and smaller trailers.
Forest Spur (FR 9365R) Dispersed Camping
Located just off Highway 260 outside of Strawberry, this National Forest corridor begins with a large, flat gravel turnout suitable for big rigs. While the entrance offers quick access and valley views, it sits close to the highway and experiences noticeable traffic noise. Continuing down Forest Road 9365R reveals quieter, more secluded spurs, but these native dirt routes can become severely muddy and rutted during wet periods.
Forest Spur & Clover Canyon Dispersed Area
Tucked away in the pine forests of Coconino National Forest, this corridor along Forest Spur and adjacent forest service roads offers several secluded dirt pull-offs and meadows. The area provides basic wilderness camping with existing stone fire rings amidst towering trees.
Forest Spur 2646a965
A scenic forest spur road within the Coconino National Forest near Salmon Lake Butte. This dirt track offers remote dispersed camping amidst dense pine forest.
Forest Spur 65df6e4c Dispersed
An isolated Forest Service spur road that winds through the Coconino National Forest, providing dispersed camping sites in a serene, forested setting.
Forest Spur 73dd63ec Dispersed
A scenic dispersed camping corridor along a National Forest spur road, offering quiet wooded sites under the pine canopy in the Coconino National Forest.
Forest Spur 8a2154b4
A quiet dirt forest spur road located in the Coconino National Forest near Pine, Arizona. It provides opportunities for dispersed camping in a serene ponderosa pine setting.
Forest Spur and Rim Road FR 300 Dispersed
Scenic dispersed camping along Forest Road 300 and adjacent spurs near the Mogollon Rim. This area offers spectacular clifftop views over the Tonto National Forest, though sites directly on the rim have limited shade and can be highly exposed to wind.
Forest Spur Corridor
A quiet and accessible forest corridor located within the Coconino National Forest, offering dispersed camping along native material dirt roads.
Forest Spur Dispersed (Coconino National Forest)
A quiet forest spur road offering dispersed camping opportunities on native dirt surfaces. Located atop the scenic Mogollon Rim, this area provides shaded camping among mature ponderosa pines near the rim's edge.
Forest Spur Dispersed (Coconino National Forest)
A quiet forest road corridor offering dispersed camping pull-offs nested within the pine forests of Coconino National Forest. The native material road provides several flat clearing areas suitable for standard rigs in dry conditions.
Forest Spur Dispersed (Coconino National Forest)
A scenic dirt forest road spur located in the Coconino National Forest near Pine, Arizona. It offers quiet dispersed camping opportunities under the ponderosa pines with year-round access.
Forest Spur Dispersed (FS 9387P)
A scenic and easily accessible dispersed camping corridor along Forest Spur (FS 9387P) near Pine, Arizona. Nestled under a dense canopy of pine trees, this area features multiple flat, wide pull-offs suitable for overnight stays. A gate at the entrance must be kept closed to secure the area, which is open to standard vehicles and motorhomes.
Forest Spur Dispersed Area
A scenic dispersed camping corridor situated along Forest Spur in Gila County near Pine, Arizona. This pine forest setting offers a peaceful and natural escape with easy access to nearby hiking around Bushy Knoll.
Forest Spur Dispersed Camping (Coconino)
A quiet dispersed camping corridor situated along Forest Spur road within the scenic Coconino National Forest.
Forest Spur Dispersed Camping
A scenic Forest Service spur road in the Coconino National Forest, offering quiet dispersed camping opportunities. The native dirt road leads into a peaceful wooded setting with a seasonal motor vehicle opening window.
Forest Spur Dispersed Camping
A quiet dirt road corridor offering dispersed camping options surrounded by the pine forests of the Coconino National Forest.
Forest Spur Dispersed Camping
A quiet dispersed camping corridor situated in the scenic Coconino National Forest near Pine, Arizona. This area offers dispersed sites nested under a pine canopy along a forest road.
Forest Spur Dispersed Camping
A scenic dispersed camping corridor along Forest Spur within the Coconino National Forest, offering quiet forest spots near the Mogollon Rim.
Forest Spur Dispersed Camping
This scenic Forest Service spur road offers dispersed camping opportunities within the Coconino National Forest. Surrounded by tall pines, the dirt road provides multiple pull-off spots suitable for various rig sizes.
Forest Spur Dispersed Camping
A quiet forest road spur offering dispersed camping options under the pine canopy of the Coconino National Forest. Easily accessible for standard vehicles seeking dry camping near Pine.
Forest Spur Dispersed Camping
This minor forest spur offers access to dispersed camping opportunities within the national forest near Star Valley. The native material dirt road is generally accessible to most vehicles under dry conditions.
Forest Spur Dispersed Camping
A scenic dirt forest road corridor within the Coconino National Forest, offering dispersed camping opportunities under mature pines. The area is quiet and offers easy access to nearby springs.
Forest Spur Dispersed Camping
A scenic dispersed camping corridor located along a native-material dirt road within the Coconino National Forest. The area is heavily wooded and offers peaceful, standard National Forest dispersed sites.
Forest Spur Dispersed Camping
A scenic dispersed camping corridor located along a native-material forest spur road within Gila County near Pine, Arizona. Surrounded by the quiet woodlands of the Coconino National Forest, this road provides peaceful, isolated pull-offs suitable for self-contained rigs.
Forest Spur Dispersed Camping
Dispersed camping corridor located along Forest Spur within the scenic Coconino National Forest. The native dirt road is generally accessible to most vehicles under dry conditions.
Forest Spur Dispersed Camping
This quiet Forest Service spur in the Coconino National Forest offers dispersed camping opportunities along a dirt road with native material surface. Suitable for most rigs, the corridor provides standard dry camping within a scenic, pine-forested environment near Happy Jack.
Forest Spur Dispersed Camping
This quiet forest spur in the Coconino National Forest offers peaceful dispersed camping. The dirt road winds through scenic pine forest, providing quick access to nature.
Forest Spur Dispersed Camping
Quiet dispersed camping spots located along the Forest Spur road in Coconino National Forest near Long Lake, providing serene pine forest settings.
Forest Spur Dispersed Corridor
A scenic dirt corridor nested within the national forest. This dirt spur road provides access to primitive dispersed camping opportunities surrounded by dense ponderosa pines, offering a peaceful retreat in a natural setting.
Forest Spur Dispersed Corridor
A scenic dispersed camping corridor situated along an open forest road spur within the Coconino National Forest. The native-surface road winds through scenic pine forest, offering several pull-offs ideal for self-contained campers seeking a peaceful forest stay.
Forest Spur Dispersed Corridor
A quiet, dirt forest road spur located in the Coconino National Forest near Pine, Arizona. It offers easily accessible dispersed camping opportunities under standard forest service guidelines.
Forest Spur Dispersed Corridor
A scenic dispersed camping corridor situated along Forest Spur in the Coconino National Forest near Pine, Arizona. The native-surface road offers straightforward access to several roadside camping sites nested among the pine trees.
Forest Spur Dispersed
A secluded forest spur road within the Coconino National Forest, offering dispersed camping. The route features a native dirt surface accessible to most vehicle types and provides a quiet retreat near Pine, Arizona.
Forest Spur Dispersed
A quiet National Forest spur road offering dispersed camping in a typical wooded setting. The road has a native dirt surface that is generally accessible to most vehicle types.
Forest Spur Dispersed
This forest spur road offers dispersed camping opportunities within the Coconino National Forest near Pine, Arizona. The native-surface dirt road provides direct access into the forest with scenic surrounding ponderosa pines and quick access to nearby trailheads.
Forest Spur Dispersed
A quiet Forest Service spur located in the Coconino National Forest near Mogollon Mesa. The native material dirt road offers peaceful dispersed camping opportunities under a dense canopy.
Forest Spur Dispersed
A quiet forest corridor located on a native-surface spur road within the Coconino National Forest. This area offers dispersed camping opportunities close to local natural attractions like Moonshine Spring.
Forest Spur Dispersed
Quiet pine-shaded dispersed camping sites located along Forest Spur in the Coconino National Forest. Situated just under a kilometer from the main highway, this spur offers convenient access to a peaceful forest setting near Clover Spring.
Forest Spur Dispersed
A quiet dispersed camping corridor along a Forest Service spur road in the Coconino National Forest, characterized by native dirt surfaces and nice pine surroundings.
Forest Spur Dispersed
A quiet dispersed camping corridor situated along a native dirt road in the Coconino National Forest. The area is surrounded by beautiful pine woods and provides peaceful, rustic camping opportunities.
Forest Spur Dispersed
A scenic forest corridor located within the Coconino National Forest, providing standard dispersed camping opportunities along a dirt spur road. The area is surrounded by pine trees and offers a quiet, natural retreat close to local landmarks like Tule Butte.
Forest Spur Dispersed
Dispersed camping corridor located along a native material Forest Service spur in the Coconino National Forest near Pine, Arizona. This area offers quiet, wooded camping options with basic dirt road access.
Forest Spur Dispersed
A quiet Forest Service spur road located within the Coconino National Forest near Pine, Arizona, providing dispersed camping opportunities on a native dirt surface. The corridor is surrounded by typical northern Arizona pine forest, offering decent spacing for campers.
Forest Spur Dispersed
A secluded dirt spur road offering quiet dispersed camping sites nestled within the Coconino National Forest.
Forest Spur Dispersed
A quiet dispersed camping corridor situated along Forest Spur within the Coconino National Forest. It provides typical wooded surroundings with native dirt road access suitable for most vehicles.
Forest Spur
A quiet dispersed camping corridor located along a native material forest road within the Coconino National Forest. The pine-wooded terrain offers scenic spots suitable for all vehicle types and motorhomes looking for a peaceful stay near nature trails and freshwater springs.
Forest Spur
A quiet Forest Service spur road in the Coconino National Forest offering dispersed camping opportunities along its native material dirt surface.
Forest Spur
A scenic forest spur offering quiet dispersed camping within the Coconino National Forest, located near C.C. Cragin Reservoir.
Forest Spur
A Forest Service spur road in the Coconino National Forest offering dispersed camping opportunities. The native-dirt route is generally suitable for most vehicles under dry conditions.
Forest Spur Road Dispersed
This forest spur road offers peaceful dispersed camping opportunities in the scenic ponderosa pine country of the Coconino National Forest near Pine, Arizona. It is accessed via a graded native dirt and gravel surface that provides a quiet getaway from busy corridors.
Forest Spur Road Dispersed
Dispersed camping corridor along the Forest Spur road in the Coconino National Forest. This dirt route offers secluded pull-offs nestled in the pine forest with easy access for standard vehicles in fair weather.
Fossil Creek Canyon
Fossil Creek is a spectacular canyon area known for its crystal-clear turquoise springs and dramatic canyon walls. Although historically referenced as a camping area, overnight stays are now strictly prohibited within the permit boundary corridor. This location is best utilized as a stunning daytime destination, requiring advanced reservations during the warmer months.
FR 169 Dispersed Camping Area
A quiet dispersed camping area located along Forest Road 169, also known as Deer Lake Canyon Fire Road, in the scenic ponderosa pine forest of the Mogollon Rim area. The sites are spread out along the road, offering a natural and peaceful forest setting.
FR 195 Dispersed Campground
A spacious designated dispersed camping area along Forest Road 195 within the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests. The area features well-spaced, numbered campsites equipped with fire rings, offering a scenic forest setting. A trail at the end of the road provides an easy hike of about one mile to Woods Canyon Lake, making it a popular spot for outdoor recreation.
Frazier Group Campground
A spacious group campground overlooking Roosevelt Lake, featuring large gravel parking configurations, a group picnic shelter, and scenic desert views.
Frazier Horse Campground
A specialized equestrian campground situated near the shores of Roosevelt Lake. It offers horse corrals, watering facilities, and immediate access to the scenic Arizona Trail.
General Springs & Forest Spur Corridor
A scenic network of dispersed camping sites and pull-offs along forest spurs near the Mogollon Rim. This wilderness corridor provides excellent access to the historic General Springs Cabin and the Arizona Trail, with campsites nestled under a dense canopy of ponderosa pine. While the main forest roads are accessible to most vehicles, some of the narrower dirt spurs can be bumpy and may require higher clearance.
Gila County RV Park
Gila County RV Park offers dual-camping areas situated on either side of the highway near historic downtown Globe. The upper gravel lot features full hookups, laundry, and showers directly adjacent to the road, while the lower, more scenic wooded loop runs along a wash near active train tracks.
Granite Spring Overlook
Elevated desert campsite offering panoramic views of the rugged mountains. The site features a flat gravel clearing surrounded by desert scrub.
Granite Spring Wash Dispersed Site
A quiet dirt pull-off nestled in the saguaro-filled Sonoran Desert. Excellent views of the surrounding ridges with plenty of room for a medium-sized rig.
Grapevine Group Campground
An expansive group-oriented campground nestled on the shores of Roosevelt Lake in the Sonoran Desert. It features excellent group facilities including shade shelters, flush toilets, showers, and a dedicated boat ramp, making it ideal for large gatherings and water recreation.
Grapevine Spring Backcountry Site
This secluded walk-in campsite offers pristine desert isolation near Grapevine Spring.
Gun Sight Point Backcountry Camp
A remote wilderness hike-in campsite located in the Tonto National Forest near Gun Sight Point.
Haigler Canyon Campground
A developed Forest Service campground along Haigler Creek, offering shaded campsites split into two sections. One section provides trailer-friendly spaces while the other features mostly walk-in tent sites. It features vault toilets and direct access to trout fishing.
Henderson Mesa Hike-In Campsite
This secluded hike-in wilderness campsite is located within Tonto National Forest near Henderson Mesa and offers deep desert solitude for backpackers.
Hicks/Duncan Road Corridor
A quiet dispersed camping corridor along Hicks/Duncan Road in the Coconino National Forest. The main route features a well-graded gravel surface winding through a dense ponderosa pine forest, offering several pull-offs and minor forest spurs suitable for various rig types seeking a shaded retreat.
Houston Mesa Campground
Situated in the forested northern section of the Tonto National Forest, this large developed campground offers family, equestrian, and tent-only campsites. It provides convenient access to hiking and horseback riding trails, making it an excellent base just north of Payson.
Hummingbird Spring Primitive Site
A remote, primitive backcountry campsite located deep in the Tonto National Forest wilderness near Hummingbird Spring.
HZ Wash Access Road Dispersed
A scenic dispersed camping corridor winding along the Salt River and HZ Wash Access Road. The area offers various flat, dry camping options, ranging from gravel pull-offs to a paved lot near the diversion dam. While close to the water, direct river access is limited, but a nearby boat ramp provides access and basic vault toilets. High-clearance vehicles are recommended for the rougher dirt sections, especially after heavy rains.
Indian Point Campground
Indian Point Campground is a developed Tonto National Forest facility situated on the shores of Roosevelt Lake. It features two spacious loops with gravel sites suitable for tents, camper vans, and RVs, each equipped with a fire pit. A very large boat launch parking area nearby provides ample room for large rig turnarounds. Vault toilets are available on-site, though seasonal closures may occur.
Jones Water Campground
A quiet, developed campground in Tonto National Forest with shaded sites under mature trees. Positioned just off Highway 60, it features basic amenities like vault toilets, picnic tables, and fire rings, making it a convenient overnight stop.
Kehl Ridge Dispersed Camping
Kehl Ridge offers scenic dispersed camping opportunities along a well-maintained forest road within the Coconino National Forest. The corridor provides flat pullouts shaded by tall pines, making it highly accessible for most vehicle types.
Kehl Springs Campground
A quiet, primitive US Forest Service campground set in a scenic stand of Ponderosa Pines. It features eight designated primitive campsites, a pit toilet, and no hookups, water, or trash service. Suitable for smaller rigs and trailers up to 22 feet.
Kellner Group Campground
Nestled at the base of the beautiful Pinal Mountains, this historic Civilian Conservation Corps site offers a semi-secluded group camping area. Located at the end of a gated road, it features beautiful stone masonry and a peaceful riparian environment with a seasonal stream.
Knoll Lake Campground
A quiet, developed campground on the scenic Mogollon Rim, offering easy access to the stocked waters of Knoll Lake. Managed by the US Forest Service, this pine-forested campground is highly maintained with clean vault toilets, active camp hosts, and easy access to hiking, mountain biking, and kayaking.
Knoll Lake Forest Road Dispersed
Dispersed camping corridor located along the forest road leading to Knoll Lake. The pine-forested area features numerous level pull-outs, ranging from simple sites close to the main route to spacious and quiet spots deeper down the road closer to the lake.
Lakeview RV Park
An established private RV and manufactured home community offering full hookups and an on-site dump station near Roosevelt Lake.
Long Valley Group Campground
The Long Valley Work Center Group Campground sits among stately ponderosa pines, offering a cool forest respite. Situated on a historic site, it is specifically designed to accommodate large groups of up to 300 people. Amenities include picnic tables, grills, a large fire pit, trash collection, and vault toilets. The area provides access to nearby water recreation at C.C. Cragin Reservoir and Knoll Lake, alongside multi-use trail networks such as the Arizona National Scenic Trail and the historic Cabin Loop Trail System.
Lost Eden Dispersed Camping Area
An inviting dispersed camping corridor situated in the scenic ponderosa pine forests of the Coconino National Forest near Pine. The main access corridor features a solid aggregate road suitable for passenger vehicles, while branching dirt spurs offer peaceful and secluded clearings for dry camping.
Lower Tonto Creek Campground
A developed walk-in campground located just off the Zane Grey Highway near the confluence of Tonto and Horton Creeks. All campsites require a short walk along a paved sidewalk from the centralized parking area. Because of its proximity to the highway, traffic noise and light are noticeable throughout the day and night.
Mahan Ranch Forest Road Dispersed
Scenic and peaceful dispersed camping along the Mahan Ranch forest road corridor in the Coconino National Forest. The area is heavily wooded with ponderosa pines, offering multiple rustic pull-outs and existing clearings suitable for self-contained rigs.
Mazatazal Casino
A spacious, paved casino parking lot offering designated overnight parking for up to 72 hours. While the lot has a gentle slope, it provides a safe, well-lit option with 24/7 public restroom access inside the main entrance.
Mazatzal Wilderness Hike-In Site
A remote hike-in campsite situated along the footpaths of the Mazatzal Wilderness.
Mogollon Campground
Mogollon Campground is nestled within a beautiful ponderosa pine forest near the Mogollon Rim. This developed facility features parallel parking spurs and offers quick access to water activities at nearby Woods Canyon Lake.
Mogollon Rim Dispersed Camping
A quiet dispersed camping area tucked away in the pine forests near Knoll Lake along the Mogollon Rim.
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Mogollon Rim Foothills Dispersed
A quiet, dispersed clearing ideal for dry camping under the forest canopy.
Mogollon Rim Road - Forest Road 300 Dispersed
Scenic dispersed camping along Forest Road 300 and its spurs on the edge of the Mogollon Rim. This area features spectacular cliff-side views of the pine forest below, with several campsites nestled under the ponderosa pines. While some spurs can be bumpy and rocky, standard vehicles can reach the main camping areas off the rim. There is limited space for large trailers to turn around on the narrow rim-facing spurs.
Mogollon Rim Road 300 & Forest Spur Dispersed
A breathtaking dispersed camping corridor situated directly along the scenic Mogollon Rim. This area offers spectacular panoramic canyon views right from the rim edge, alongside more secluded pine forest campsites located slightly inland along quiet spur roads. Access is via a well-maintained forest road suitable for most vehicle types, though localized sections can be dusty and highly exposed to wind.
Mogollon Rim Road Forest Spurs
A scenic network of forest spurs situated off the historic Mogollon Rim Road (Forest Road 300) within the Coconino National Forest. The area offers impressive rim-side vistas and small pull-outs suitable for various rigs, though sites can become windy and experience moderate passing traffic during peak times. Access is via native dirt roads.
Monument Peak Trailhead
Located in the scenic woodlands of the Tonto National Forest, the Monument Peak Trailhead offers a flat gravel staging area suitable for self-contained rigs. The unpaved access road is hard-packed and accessible to standard vehicles, though ruts and potholes can develop. While nights are generally quiet and peaceful, visitors should expect daytime traffic from hikers and off-road vehicles.
Moqui Group Campground
Moqui Group Campground offers spacious group camping nestled in a scenic forest of ponderosa, oak, and aspen trees. The facility consists of three reserved group sites equipped with fire rings, grills, picnic tables, vault toilets, and piped drinking water. Located near the Arizona National Scenic Trail and nearby reservoirs, it serves as an excellent base for group recreation and exploration.
Moqui Lookout Road Dispersed
Quiet, pine-forested dispersed camping options along the Moqui Lookout corridor in Coconino National Forest. The road offers several shaded native-material pullouts with easy access to nearby landmarks like C.C. Cragin Reservoir.
Mount Peeley Dispersed Camping
Quiet dispersed camping area located in the Tonto National Forest near the Mount Peeley trailhead.
Mountain Ridge Road Dispersed Camping
A series of quiet dispersed campsites nestled in the scenic ponderosa pine forests of the Tonto National Forest along Mountain Ridge Road, offering peaceful surroundings and easy access to local scenic viewpoints.
Payson Campground & RV Resort
A developed private campground and RV resort located near the heart of Payson. Offers convenient access to local town services, shops, and nearby outdoor recreation areas in Gila County.
Payson Walmart
A standard suburban Walmart parking lot. Management officially permits overnight stays for a maximum of 12 hours, making it a reliable single-night stopover in the region.
Pinal and Upper Pinal Campgrounds
Situated high in the scenic Pinal Mountains under a dense canopy of ponderosa pine and white fir, this rustic forest service campground offers a quiet mountain retreat.
Pinchot Trail Dispersed Camping Corridor
This dispersed camping corridor along Pinchot Trail runs through scenic ponderosa pine forests on the Mogollon Rim. The dirt forest roads offer numerous quiet pull-off spots suitable for self-contained rigs. It provides convenient access to historic trails and local natural springs while remaining quiet and remote.
Pine Canyon Hike-In Camp
A rustic hike-in backcountry campsite accessible via local trails in the Pine Canyon area.
Pine Creek Dispersed Site A
A secluded dispersed campsite located in the ponderosa pine forest of the Tonto National Forest near Pine.
Pine Creek Dispersed Site B
A scenic forest campsite offering a quiet retreat off the unpaved roads near the Mogollon Rim.
Pioneer Pass Campground
Tucked away in the scenic Pinal Mountains, this developed campground features multiple camping areas surrounded by ponderosa pines. The access road is a narrow, single-lane mountain route with steep grades and tight hairpin turns, making the journey challenging but highly rewarding for smaller, capable setups. Sites are well-shaded and equipped with picnic tables, fire rings, bear boxes, and vault toilets.
Ponderosa Campground
A well-shaded developed USFS campground tucked under towering ponderosa pines in the northern part of the Tonto National Forest. Located just off Old Highway Road, it offers spacious, flat sites with easy access to nearby hiking trails and scenic reservoirs.
Promontory Pit Road Campground
A scenic dispersed camping area situated off the Mogollon Rim Road along Forest Road 300V1. This peaceful forest retreat features shaded, numbered, and well-spaced campsites nestled among tall ponderosa pines, blue spruce, and aspen trees, offering quick access to nearby scenic viewpoints and trailheads.
Reynolds Creek Group Campground
A rustic and secluded creek-side group campground nestled in a thick stand of ponderosa pines within the Pleasant Valley Ranger District of the Tonto National Forest. Positioned near the Salome and Sierra Ancha Wilderness Areas, it serves as an excellent basecamp for hiking, fishing, and nature exploration along Reynolds Creek.
Rim Campground
A developed USFS campground situated along the scenic edge of the Mogollon Rim. Features 26 campsites nestled among ponderosa pines, offering easy access to nearby hiking trails and spectacular canyon overlooks. Excellent for those looking to explore the Mogollon Rim region with basic amenities available on-site.
Rock Crossing Campground
Situated in a scenic forest of ponderosa pine and oak, Rock Crossing Campground provides a quiet retreat near the reservoir. The facility includes over thirty individual and double campsites, equipped with picnic tables, fire rings, vault toilets, and drinking water. This developed site provides convenient access to hiking trails and water recreation.
Rocky Dublin Primitive Site
An isolated hike-in clearing in the rugged foothills of Tonto Basin near Rocky Dublin Spring.
Roosevelt Lake Marina
A comprehensive lakeside marina facility featuring full hookup RV sites, primitive dry camping along the shoreline, and an on-site store and restaurant.
Rose Creek Campground
A small, quiet campground nestled in the ponderosa pines along Rose Creek. This is a free, undeveloped National Forest campground offering basic amenities like picnic tables, fire rings, and a vault toilet. It is perfect for travelers seeking peace and quiet in a remote mountain setting.
Ryleigh's Ridge Mobile Home & RV Park
A small commercial RV and mobile home park close to downtown Globe, offering full hookups and convenient access to local services.
Sawmill Flats Dispersed
A peaceful, informal dispersed camping area nestled within the Tonto National Forest. The site features around five to six quiet spots shaded by tall pine trees, each equipped with picnic tables and stone fire rings. It is highly suited for campervans and smaller passenger vehicles, though larger rigs may struggle to find level ground. A hiking trail leads directly from the camping area up a scenic mountain pass.
Schoolhouse Campground
A developed Forest Service campground located near the eastern shores of Roosevelt Lake. Sites are situated within a mesquite-shaded loop, offering standard amenities like shade ramadas, picnic tables, campfire rings, and vault toilets. While the campground features a paved boat ramp providing access to the water, individual campsites do not offer direct views of the lake.
Schoolhouse Point Trail Access
This footway access point near Schoolhouse Point provides foot travel access toward the Salt River arm of Theodore Roosevelt Lake.
Sharp Creek Campground
A pleasant, well-maintained developed campground nestled near the scenic Mogollon Rim, offering spacious sites across three loops, plus separate group sites. Conveniently located near Christopher Creek and multiple hiking trails, it provides easy access to outdoor recreation.
Soldier / Long Lakes Campground
A scenic developed campground situated near Soldier and Long Lakes within the Coconino National Forest. It offers convenient access to the lakes for fishing and boating amidst a beautiful ponderosa pine forest.
Soldier Lake Forest Roads Dispersed
These native dirt forest roads in the Coconino National Forest provide dispersed camping access near Soldier Lake. The area offers quiet, forested spots suitable for self-contained rigs, though roads can become slick during wet weather.
Spillway Campground
This highly sought-after lakeside campground sits directly on the shores of Woods Canyon Lake, providing instant access for anglers and boaters. It features a smaller, shaded layout best suited for tents, vans, and compact trailers. Its close proximity to the water offers stunning scenic views, though it experiences significant day-use activity.
Stehr Lake & Childs Power Road
A rugged forest road corridor descending from the mesa toward the Verde River. While camping is strictly prohibited in the lower Fossil Creek recreation area, dispersed camping is permitted once you reach the upper mesa and along the steep descent to the river.
Sulphide Del Rey Campground
A quiet, rustic Forest Service campground situated in a scenic stand of ponderosa pine in the Pinal Mountains. This site is best suited for tent camping due to small, unlevel sites, though there is a small parking area at the entrance where low-profile camper vans can find level ground.
Superstition Wilderness Backcountry Site East
Primitive backcountry campsite tucked away in the scenic rugged terrain of the Superstition Wilderness.
Superstition Wilderness Backcountry Site North
Secluded hike-in campsite situated in the pristine backcountry of the Tonto National Forest.
Superstition Wilderness Backcountry Site South
A remote, hike-in backcountry campsite offering primitive camping in the Superstition Wilderness.
Superstition Wilderness Backcountry Sites (Apache Lake Area)
A cluster of remote, hike-in backcountry campsites located within the scenic Superstition Wilderness of Tonto National Forest, offering pristine isolation near Apache Lake.
Three Mile Wash Dispersed
A primitive dispersed camping area situated along a wash in the Tonto National Forest, offering quiet desert surroundings and seasonal wildflower blooms. The access is bumpy and requires careful driving, with the wash being highly susceptible to seasonal flooding.
Timber Camp Recreation Area & Campground
A USDA Forest Service recreation area nestled among mature pines in the Tonto National Forest. The site features developed camping loops, vault toilets, fire rings, grills, picnic tables, and a large group camping area (Brundrett 2). It offers a cooler mountain setting, though some road noise from US-60 carries into the campground.
Tonto Basin Backcountry Access
This hike-in point provides access to the rugged backcountry of Tonto National Forest near Bull Mountain, suitable only for walk-in wilderness camping.
Tonto Basin Backcountry Trails
The Tonto Basin Backcountry Trails zone encompasses several remote hike-in campsites within Gila County's rugged desert mountains, offering outstanding wilderness privacy for backpackers.
Tonto Basin Dispersed Camping (Buckhorn Mountain)
A collection of Sonoran Desert dispersed campsites nested within the rugged foothills of the Tonto National Forest, near Granite Spring and Buckhorn Mountain. These spots offer spectacular mountain views, saguaro-studded landscapes, and deep natural quiet. Access is via dirt forest roads that can be rough and washboarded.
Tonto Basin Dispersed Camping
A quiet dispersed camping area located in the scenic desert landscape of Tonto National Forest near Tonto Basin.
Tonto Basin Foothills Dispersed
A primitive, remote campsite situated in the rolling hills of the Tonto Basin. Ideal for high-clearance vehicles seeking seclusion near Vineyard Mountain.
Tonto Basin West Dispersed
A spacious desert pull-out located further west along the ridge. Offers wide-open views and flat parking spaces suitable for multiple rigs.
Tonto National Forest - Mazatzal Fringe Dispersed Camping
A scenic collection of dispersed campsites situated along the eastern fringe of the Mazatzal Wilderness within the Tonto National Forest.
Tonto National Forest - Pine North Dispersed
A quiet dispersed camping area located in the scenic ponderosa pine forest just north of Pine, Arizona. Situated near Brushy Mesa and Whiterock Mesa, this area offers several informal pullouts off rugged forest roads. Ideal for self-contained rigs looking for a peaceful mountain getaway within Tonto National Forest.
Tonto National Forest Dispersed (Pine / FR 64)
A scenic corridor of dispersed camping opportunities nestled in the transition zone of the Tonto National Forest near Pine. Shaded by ponderosa pine and alligator juniper, these sites offer a rustic escape with easy access to popular local trail networks. Most sites are established dirt pullouts along Forest Road 64 and adjacent forest spurs.
Tonto National Forest Dispersed Camping (Payson)
A quiet dispersed camping pull-off located in the pine forests of the Tonto National Forest near Payson.
Tonto National Forest Dispersed Camping
A quiet dispersed camping area located in the scenic pine forests of the Tonto National Forest near Pine, Arizona.
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Upper Tonto Creek Campground
A small, peaceful developed campground located at the confluence of Tonto and Horton Creeks. It offers basic facilities with direct access to local trails and fishing opportunities.
Urban Stealth Parking (Payson)
An urban area containing general stealth parking options in Payson. Local ordinances restrict extended camping on public property, but quick overnight stays are occasionally utilized in undeveloped vacant lots close to highway amenities.
Whiterock Mesa Dispersed Camping Corridor
A rugged dispersed camping corridor extending north along the forest track toward Whiterock Mesa. Nestled within the scenic transition zone of the Tonto National Forest, this area offers secluded, primitive campsites surrounded by junipers, pinyon pines, and sweeping views of the Mazatzal wilderness foothills. Access requires a high-clearance vehicle due to rocky, rutted tracks, making it ideal for self-contained campervans and rugged 4WD rigs seeking quiet isolation.
Whiterock Mesa Dispersed Spot
Quiet dispersed site situated further north along the forest track, ideal for small rigs and campervans looking for privacy in Tonto National Forest.
Willow Valley Road Dispersed
A scenic dispersed camping corridor situated in the pines of the Coconino National Forest. The main route and its adjacent forest spur roads offer quiet, spacious camping spots with natural buffer zones between setups. It is ideal for those seeking a rustic, self-contained forest stay near Oak Hill and Turkey Mountain.
Willow Valley Road Dispersed
A scenic dispersed camping corridor along Willow Valley Road within the Coconino National Forest. The route winds through pine forests, offering multiple roadside pull-offs suitable for various rig setups.
Windy Hill Campground
A sprawling, well-developed campground situated on the scenic shores of Roosevelt Lake in the Tonto National Forest. It offers multiple paved loops equipped with shade ramadas, fire rings, picnic tables, flush toilets, and showers. It serves as an excellent base for water-based recreation, motorized and non-motorized boating, and fishing. The campground can become highly crowded and bustling during major spring holidays, but offers a peaceful, quiet retreat with plenty of available sites during the off-season. Portions of the loops may seasonally close during winter.
Woods Canyon Lake Group Campground
Designed specifically for large gatherings, this group facility accommodates up to 100 guests in a dense pine forest setting near the lake. It provides a convenient, primitive-style base camp with vault toilets and drinking water. Reservations must be secured well in advance for group events.