Dispersed Camping in Yuma County, Arizona
Showing 59 locations in Yuma County.
Araby Acres RV Resort
An established, age-restricted 55+ RV resort in Yuma offering extensive amenities, including pools, hot tubs, and a large dog park. The resort features over 300 spaces and accommodates rigs of all sizes with easy, paved access.
Avenue 12 East BLM Dispersed
A highly accessible and flat dispersed camping corridor on BLM land just south of Interstate 8. Popular with big rigs and trailers, this sandy but firm desert area provides convenient access to Yuma and Fortuna Foothills, though campers should expect frequent train noise from the nearby railway.
Barry M. Goldwater Range - Oeste
An expansive military range offering free dispersed desert camping along Camino del Diablo Oeste. Visitors must register for a permit and check in online. The entrance is easily accessible, but roads quickly transition to sandy two-tracks where high-clearance or four-wheel drive is recommended. Camping deeper inside the boundary provides excellent privacy and avoids local municipal enforcement actions near the entrance.
BLM Land near VFW - Yuma
An easily accessible BLM dispersed camping area located just off the highway near the eastern edge of Yuma. This flat, gravelly area is popular for quick overnights and accommodates large rigs, though regular train traffic runs along the adjacent line.
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BLM Primitive Road (Yuma)
A rugged BLM primitive road corridor near Picacho Peak. The area offers remote desert dispersed camping along a dirt track that requires high-clearance capability.
BLM Primitive Road Dispersed Corridor
A rugged, remote dirt corridor offering dispersed camping opportunities on BLM-managed land near the Colorado River. High-clearance vehicles are recommended due to the primitive and uneven nature of the road.
BLM Primitive Road Dispersed
A rugged desert corridor on BLM land leading toward the Picacho Recreation Area. The route winds through desolate hills, offering primitive dispersed camping along established roadsides. Campers must stay on established tracks, as high banks line most of the road corridor.
BLM Primitive Road Dispersed
A remote BLM primitive route offering dispersed desert camping opportunities on public lands near Picacho Peak. The unmaintained dirt track requires a high-clearance 4WD vehicle to safely navigate.
BLM Primitive Road Dispersed
This primitive desert corridor offers remote dispersed camping opportunities in a rugged landscape near Picacho Peak. High-clearance vehicles are highly recommended due to rough, unmaintained dirt surfaces.
BLM Primitive Road Dispersed
Rugged dispersed camping along a primitive BLM road corridor in Yuma County, Arizona. This area offers true desert solitude for self-contained travelers with high-clearance 4WD vehicles. Ensure you pack in all necessary water and pack out all waste.
BLM Primitive Road near Senator Wash
A rugged primitive road corridor on BLM land north of Yuma, providing access to undeveloped desert camping. The route runs through open desert terrain near the Senator Wash Reservoir area, offering remote campsites for self-contained rigs equipped for rough tracks.
BLM Primitive Road Yuma
A primitive BLM corridor offering dispersed desert camping opportunities north of Yuma near the Reservation Levee.
BLM Road 0016A Dispersed
Dispersed camping corridor along BLM Road 0016A near Wellton, Arizona, offering spacious options in a quiet desert setting. Access is via a dirt road, making it suitable for self-contained rigs looking for classic BLM dispersed camping.
BLM Road 0018A Dispersed
Dispersed desert camping opportunities along BLM Road 0018A in Yuma County, offering a peaceful desert environment with open landscapes.
BLM Road 0044J Dispersed
Dispersed desert camping along BLM Road 0044J near Wellton, Arizona. This area offers quiet desert scenery with easy highway access.
Caravan Oasis RV
A welcoming, private RV park situated in the Fortuna Foothills near Yuma. This developed resort accommodates all types of setups including campervans, trailers, and large motorhomes. An after-hours check-in protocol simplifies overnight arrivals when the main office is closed. Amenities include dual dog parks, laundry services, and full hookups.
Carefree Resort
A clean 55+ RV resort in the Fortuna Foothills area, featuring large gravel sites with concrete pads. The park caters primarily to long-term residents but accommodates overnight travelers, offering full access to community amenities like a pool, pickleball courts, and scheduled activities.
Carrizo Boat-in Camp
A primitive, boat-in state park campsite located along the banks of the Colorado River north of Yuma. This location offers a remote waterfront experience surrounded by desert landscape, accessible only by watercraft.
Cocopah Casino RV Parking
An organized, level paved RV parking area managed by the adjacent casino. It is a highly convenient option for a secure, low-cost overnight stop with easy access off Highway 95. Registered guests receive a permit that includes complimentary access to a dump station and water fill-up at the fuel station directly across the road.
Cracker Barrel Yuma
This established commercial location in Yuma offers convenient single-night parking for travelers. The paved lot features dedicated spaces suitable for larger rigs, though visitors should expect significant road noise from the adjacent highway. It remains a reliable option for self-contained vehicles seeking a brief stopover.
Crunch Fitness Yuma
A 24-hour commercial gym parking lot. While adjacent shopping plaza sections feature explicit prohibitions, the gym lot offers a viable short overnight option for active members with low-profile rigs.
Dateland RV Park
A basic, roadside RV park located off Interstate 8 behind the local travel center. Features full hookup sites, laundry, and shower facilities, making it a convenient utility stop.
Desert Holiday RV Resort
A developed 55+ private RV resort in Yuma offering full hookups, a pool, and recreational facilities. The park restricts overnight stays to RVs and trailers, with no tent camping permitted.
EAT Asian Super Buffet
A commercial parking lot and gravel area on East Palo Verde Street. Historically used as an alternative overnight option with manager permission, active enforcement and signs prohibiting overnight parking are now present.
Encore Foothills Village
Encore Foothills Village is a fully developed commercial RV resort in Fortuna Foothills, offering full hookups, a pool, and laundry facilities. The site is easily accessible for rigs of all sizes but has close spacing.
Fisher's Landing
Fisher's Landing offers dry camping on a large, 50-acre dirt and gravel area near Martinez Lake. On-site amenities include a bar, grill, convenience store, fuel station, showers, laundry, and a dump station. The location is highly popular with off-highway vehicle (OHV) enthusiasts, resulting in a lively, active atmosphere.
Fry's Food and Drug
Large paved parking lot of a well-stocked grocery store. This location offers a convenient overnight stopover with multiple services nearby, though expect some typical suburban sounds and store maintenance activity.
Home Depot - Yuma
A paved commercial parking lot behind the Home Depot in Yuma. While highly convenient for quick overnight stays near local services and highway access, the location experiences significant ambient noise from the adjacent interstate and active railroad tracks.
Las Quintas RV Resort
A premium 55-plus RV resort catering primarily to seasonal snowbirds. The resort features level concrete pads, full hookups, and high-end amenities such as a pool, gym, community cafe, and library. It is situated close to local services in Fortuna Foothills, making it a highly convenient option for larger rigs.
Lost Travelers RV Park
A fully developed RV park in Yuma, Arizona, featuring mature landscaping and a quiet environment. The facility offers complete amenities including full hookups, a heated outdoor swimming pool, clean restrooms and showers, an on-site gym, a laundry facility, and a clubhouse. It serves as a comfortable, pet-friendly base for visiting local historic sites and exploring the region.
Love's Travel Stop - Yuma
A paved commercial travel stop offering overnight parking, fuel, and amenities for rigs of all sizes in Yuma.
McCoy Mobile Home/RV Park
A quiet, budget-friendly commercial RV and mobile home community situated near the border. It features full hookups, hot showers, a heated pool, and a hot tub. While peaceful, visitors should note the regular passing of nearby trains.
Mesa Terrace
A private mobile home and RV park in suburban Yuma, offering full-hookup sites for travelers. This location provides convenient access to local city services and amenities.
Mittry Lake Dispersed Area
Situated along the water, this area features several designated camping spots, including a large gravel parking lot with boulder-delimited sites and elevated flat areas overlooking the canal. It offers excellent wildlife viewing, scenic sunrises, and direct water access, though visitors should expect occasional ambient noise from nearby military training flights.
Mittry Lake Wildlife Area Dispersed Camping
Mittry Lake Wildlife Area offers extensive dispersed camping along the water and within the adjacent desert brush just north of Yuma. Campers will find a mix of elevated vistas, secluded spots nestled in the brushy maze, and larger gravel flats near the boat launches. The main access road is generally well-graded but prone to heavy washboarding and dust from recreational off-highway vehicles. While the setting is highly scenic with excellent water recreation, intense mosquito hatches occur regularly around dusk.
Oasis RV Park at Aztec Hills
This clean, well-maintained RV park offers full hookups, hot showers, laundry, and a pool with mountain views. Located near Old Route 80, it provides a quiet desert stay with easy highway access.
Paradise Casino RV Parking
A large, level gravel and dirt parking area adjacent to the Paradise Casino. It offers basic, convenient overnight parking for RVs and campervans for a small nightly fee, payable inside at the casino gift shop. Conveniently located near downtown Yuma and local attractions.
Picacho State Recreation Area - Group Canoe Camps
Located along the banks of the Colorado River within Picacho State Recreation Area, these group canoe camps offer scenic, remote camping. Ideal for river paddlers and desert explorers, the area provides a quiet riverside experience with scenic volcanic backdrops.
Picacho State Recreation Area - Main Campground
A remote and scenic developed campground located along the Colorado River. The area features 54 campsites, potable water, a dump station, solar-powered hot showers, and clean restrooms. Access is via a slow-going, 18-mile unpaved gravel road that can become difficult when wet. Perfect for kayaking, canoeing, fishing, and viewing local wildlife such as bighorn sheep and wild burros.
Planet Fitness (Fortuna Foothills)
Paved parking area outside Planet Fitness. Best suited for low-profile vehicles and quick overnight stays. The surrounding suburban area features multiple commercial options and quick access to local services.
Riley Avenue Urban Stealth Parking
An urban dead-end street setting in Yuma ideal for a quick, low-profile overnight stay. The area is close to commercial services and highway access, though it is bordered by industrial fencing and experiences routine city sounds.
Riverfront RV Park
A quiet, budget-friendly private RV park situated along the Colorado River. It specializes in weekly, monthly, and seasonal stays, offering basic accommodations in an eclectic, friendly setting.
San Luis Border Crossing Parking
Informal dirt parking areas situated near the San Luis border crossing. These lots offer a basic staging area or quick overnight stop before crossing into Mexico, but are highly exposed to urban traffic and border-related activity.
Sans End RV Park
This commercial RV park offers full hookups, well-maintained facilities, and amenities including a pool, hot tub, and dog parks. Located right off the highway, it serves as a convenient and clean option for travelers looking to rest and recharge near the border.
Senator Wash Road & Imperial Dam LTVA
A sprawling BLM-managed recreation and Long-Term Visitor Area (LTVA) corridor situated near the Colorado River backwaters. This multi-use zone offers designated dry camping sections, water access along Senator Wash Lake, and extensive flat gravel mesas popular during the cooler seasons. Campers can access central LTVA amenities such as dump stations, potable water, and trash disposal. Note that water levels on Senator Wash Lake can fluctuate rapidly due to hydroelectric operations; campers near the shoreline should park well above the high-water mark to avoid flooding.
South Harley Drive Overlook
A wide dirt peninsula overlooking the city of Yuma and the surrounding mountain ranges. Located just off Interstate 8, this high-ground spot offers scenic desert views and convenient access to nearby travel centers for fuel, water, and waste disposal. While highly convenient for quick overnight stays, expect moderate highway traffic noise.
State Park - 4 S Beach Camp
A scenic primitive beach campground located along the Colorado River within Picacho State Recreation Area. This remote desert spot offers a peaceful escape directly on the river bank, accessed by a long dirt road.
State Park - Paddlewheeler Boat-in Camp
Paddlewheeler Boat-in Camp is a water-accessible campsite situated along the Colorado River. This spot offers a primitive camping experience primarily for boaters, canoeists, and kayakers. The site is remote and quiet, offering lovely river views and access to nearby waterways.
State Park - The Outpost
Located at the northernmost end of the park campground, this scenic site offers direct access to the river. Access from the south is standard, though final sections have soft gravel, while western approaches consist of rugged 4WD tracks.
T.K. Jones Campground and Boat Launch
A developed BLM recreation site situated directly above the Imperial Dam on the Colorado River backwaters. Featuring approximately 125 RV spaces and dispersed tent sites, this location provides premium facilities including flush toilets, coin-operated hot showers, central potable water, gray water disposal, and a paved boat launch. This is an asphalt parking-lot style campground with lake views and palm trees, offering excellent shelter from the wind behind the dam.
Taylor Lake Camp
A scenic waterfront camping area located near Taylor Lake and the Colorado River. This destination provides opportunities for water recreation, fishing, and exploring the surrounding desert landscape.
Telegraph Pass Trailhead Area
A very large, flat, graded dirt parking lot serving as a popular local trailhead. Situated directly off the frontage road, this spot is highly exposed and subject to frequent highway traffic noise, but offers a convenient and level overnight option with basic portable toilets and trash bins. The area occasionally hosts community events but remains open for standard recreation and staging.
Tier Drop RV Park
A quiet RV resort in Wellton offering back-in and pull-through sites. Amenities include hot showers, restrooms, laundry facilities, a pool, a hot tub, and an area for dog walking surrounded by desert farmland.
Walmart Yuma (E 30th St)
An overnight-friendly commercial parking lot in Yuma with convenient access to shopping and services. Overnights are generally tolerated, with rigs typically parking along the eastern perimeter or near the automotive service center.
Yuma BLM Primitive Roads
A network of rugged BLM primitive roads north of Yuma, offering dispersed camping in a remote desert landscape. These tracks require high-clearance 4WD vehicles due to sandy and rocky sections.
Yuma Old Town Parking
An urban parking area located near historic Old Town Yuma. It provides convenient access to local dining and shops, but experiences significant train and vehicle traffic throughout the night.
Yuma Urban Stealth Parking Area
A collection of street parking and informal lots throughout Yuma. Local municipal restrictions have increased at prominent public facilities like the library, though some quiet industrial areas and overflow streets remain utilized by well-prepared travelers keeping a low profile.