Gilbert Ray Campground
Reviewed Apr. 16, 2023

Enchanting AF

Gorgeous campground, from the saguaros all the way down to the bathroom signage. We stayed for a couple of nights in the A loop, which gave us 30amp service (needed for heat) and plenty of solar. Getting our 27' trailer and full-size truck into the spot wasn't super easy: the campground road is narrow, and we really wanted to avoid damaging cacti. 

Once in the spot, though, we loved it. Our butt faced open desert, and we got a beautiful show each night as the golden mountains went red and faded to black. You're right in amongst the cacti here, which helps you feel like you're IN the desert, even when you have neighbors 30 feet away.

Great access to Saguaro NP's West Side, though this isn't a great campground for biking and only so-so for hiking. Unbeatable at this price or even twice it (but don't tell them that!).

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  • Review photo of Gilbert Ray Campground by Tyler D., April 16, 2023
  • Review photo of Gilbert Ray Campground by Tyler D., April 16, 2023
  • Review photo of Gilbert Ray Campground by Tyler D., April 16, 2023
  • Review photo of Gilbert Ray Campground by Tyler D., April 16, 2023
  • Review photo of Gilbert Ray Campground by Tyler D., April 16, 2023