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Buckeye Hills BLM - CLOSED

Free dispersed camping along washboard dirt roads draws campers to this BLM area west of Arlington, though the experience comes with notable challenges. Multiple spurs branch off Robbins Butte Road, providing numerous spots for RVs and tent camping in the desert terrain dotted with creosote bushes.

The area sees regular ATV traffic that kicks up fine dust, and recreational shooting is common throughout the week, intensifying on weekends. Military aircraft from nearby training areas add to the daytime noise. Beth M. notes the area offers "spectacular views, great verizon" despite occasional odors when wind shifts direction. Cell service runs 1-2 bars for both Verizon and AT&T, sufficient for basic communication.

Road conditions require attention, particularly for low-clearance vehicles navigating the soft sand that has trapped some campers. Glass debris from shooting activities poses risks for pets and tires. Illegal dumping occurs regularly, though the remote location provides dark skies away from most light pollution. The adjacent Powers Butte Wildlife Area prohibits camping but adds to the surrounding desert landscape.

Campers wanting developed amenities might consider Buckeye Equestrian & Events Center instead.

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Map & DirectionsBuckeye Hills BLM is located in Arizona near Arlington

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33.30899913 N
112.64100075 W

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Park in a lot, walk to your site.

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Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.

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Drive Time

42 min from Phoenix, AZ
1 hr 42 min from Prescott Valley, AZ
1 hr 58 min from Yuma, AZ
2 hrs 43 min from Lake Havasu City, AZ

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Reviews6 Camper Reviews - Buckeye Hills BLM

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Free BLM camping with mountain views but challenging conditions. Visitors commonly noted excessive noise from gunfire and ATVs, plus soft sand that traps vehicles and widespread trash problems.

Gordy Y.

Scout

Reviewed Jan. 24, 2023

Great location

Kinda busy, but quiet at night. Had to be a little careful driving in, but I came in my Prius and had no problem at all.

Month of VisitJanuary

Eric F.

Scout

Reviewed Jan. 3, 2023

Easy access free camping

Arrived before sunset and found ample spaces available for a free and secure overnight in our van.

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Month of VisitJanuary

Beth M.

Guide

Reviewed Dec. 30, 2021

Beautiful skies, level sites,

Arrived late at night...off of 85, there is a turning lane. Robins Butte Road. Lots of washboard roads. stay left... you'll see a pavilion....still stay left at the fork, the preserve will be to your right in a fenced in area....stay left. Road goes forever with little spurs sprinkled with camping opportunities for most campers. Wouldn't come in with low clearance or super long wheel base. Saw a schoolie, class C and A. Can be done, but how comfortable are you?

Absolutely spectacular views, great verizon. Quiet, dark, very nice. A great spot to celebrate new to full time rv living!

Cons: Stinky when the wind blows from a particular direction, but it was only offensive a few times. If your dogs are scared of guns, weekends people shoot and there is glass, so watch those paws.

Site~2 miles in

Month of VisitDecember

Hunter H.

Scout

Reviewed May. 29, 2021

Bring your snow tires

Easy to find, but sites are primarily soft sand. Our van got stuck and had to be towed out.

Month of VisitMay

George K.

Guide

Reviewed Mar. 3, 2021

Nothing to write home about

Not a place you’d want to drive out of your way to. Theirs not much for scenic views except for some mountain range in the distance. Just a lot of creosote bushes, trash and Atv’s kicking up the power in the area. I thought it would be a good place to wait for package I had delivered to in Buckeye. Thank goodness it only took a couple days because the shooting out here is out of control, even at night. You also have low flying military aircraft during the day. Apparently the Regional park is closed, at least from the BLM side which it surrounds

So if this is a place you have to see for yourself or just need to stay in the area for a day or two. As you come in on Robbins Butte game road take a left at the Y in the road. You’ll start to see sites along the road. If they are all filled, don’t worry, the farther you go the more small roads branch off and sites will open up. The road is washboard but goes on for a few miles.

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Laura M.

Legend

Reviewed Jan. 26, 2021

FREE but Dirty and Loud

Managed by Lower Sonoran BLM Field Office. Free camping, but you have to love the sound of gunshots and love the view of trash everywhere.

There are multiple dirt roads you can take to find spots in Buckeye Hills that run adjacent to Powers Butte Wildlife Area where there is no camping allowed. We stayed here in different spots for 3 days while waiting for mail in Buckeye. The place is filthy! Shooting garbage and illegal dumping is common, in fact one night we woke up and just down the road was a new pile of some illegal dumping.

If you can get used to the constant gun fire, you’ll still have to put up with ATVs racing up and down the various roads. The dirt here is a fine deep powder in a lot of areas so there is lots of dust that gets kicked up when they race by, sometimes just back in forth right in front of where you are parked.

There is not really hiking or biking unless you want to dodge bullets or ATVs. There also appears to be a lot of long time“residents” in the area as well. There are no amenities here so pack in and pack out though it is obvious not many do. We picked up trash and about 7 lbs of casings around our spots we stayed in. Besides the noise and physical pollution there is also light pollution from Palo Verde and Buckeye.

1-2 bars Verizon& ATT, streaming with pauses for buffering

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the elevation of Buckeye Hills BLM - CLOSED?

Buckeye Hills BLM - CLOSED is located at 850 feet.

Are fires allowed at Buckeye Hills BLM - CLOSED?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Buckeye Hills BLM - CLOSED, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Is there cell phone reception at Buckeye Hills BLM - CLOSED?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is excellent coverage for AT&T, excellent coverage for T-Mobile, and excellent coverage for Verizon.

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Map & DirectionsBuckeye Hills BLM is located in Arizona near Arlington

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