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Bulldog Canyon Dispersed Camping - West Entrance

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Bulldog Canyon Dispersed Camping - West Entrance, near Phoenix, Arizona, is a rugged spot for those who prefer a more raw camping experience. This area allows for campfires and welcomes pets, making it a decent choice for adventurous souls looking to escape the hustle and bustle.

The surroundings are characterized by sandy and rocky roads, with plenty of natural beauty to soak in. However, visitors have pointed out that the area can be littered with trash, which detracts from the overall experience. As one camper noted, “A lot of trash just left around.”

If you're planning to visit, be aware that the location can be tricky to find, with some campers reporting that maps lead them to the wrong spot. It's also worth mentioning that there's a shooting range nearby, which might not be ideal for everyone, especially if you're sensitive to noise.

While the amenities are minimal—there's no drinking water, electric hookups, or restrooms—this location offers a chance to truly disconnect and enjoy the great outdoors. Just remember to pack out what you pack in, and be prepared for a bit of a wild experience.

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Location

Bulldog Canyon Dispersed Camping - West Entrance is located in Arizona

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Coordinates

33.50645831540736 N
111.61747258982803 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Unknown
  • Verizon
    Good
  • AT&T
    Poor
  • T-Mobile
    Available

Site Types

  • Dispersed

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Phone Service
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Big Rig Friendly

DISPERSED CAMPING

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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Enzo M.The Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Nov. 4, 2024

Bulldog Canyon (all entrances) is an OHV Sport area first, Camp spot second

Thanks to the efforts of the environaz- mentality of the last 40 years there are horribly few true sanctioned OHV areas for folks to legally use and enjoy offroad Motorsports, neither FREE or PAID.   So OHV owners have nearly zero options.   Bulldog Canyon is one those tiny few chances for those OHVers.    Campers need to be cognizant of this and respect the OHV'er, not demand OHV'ers respect THEM!    If you are looking for a pure silent CAMPground, and are of the "get off my lawn" and or "man/woman shouts at clouds" type, look elsewhere.  There are PLENTY of options for such inflexible campers to demand adherence to THEIR level of enjoyment.    Bulldog isn't free, OHVers pay for the unlimited access - when allowed that access - to trails WITHOUT time/day/hour exceptions.   So if you're a camper, bring some earplugs if the sounds of all-hours OHVers is disturbing to you.   Bulldog Canyon is a fantastic area for those campers who enjoy the OHV.   I no longer can use an OHV but I enjoy seeing these younger generations doing what mine and earlier gens once took for granted nearly everywhere unrestricted.     Highly recommend Bdog Canyon for the fun-lovers and young-at-hearts.   For the HOA-loving types, sincerely consider elsewhere for your benefit and those of others.

Month of VisitNovember
Joseph M.
Reviewed Oct. 10, 2021

Dyrt’s pinned location is wrong

I do not know where the true campground is for this spot, but if you go to these coordinates it is only a parking lot for a trail head. There are NO vehicle entrances.

I believe the correct spot is

“West Gate to Bulldog Canyon OHV Area” which is less than a mile NE from here. This area has gates that are locked sometimes but the parking lot is much larger and you can fit an RV there.

Keep in mind there is a shooting range about 1.5 miles from both of these locations and there is a lot of traffic at night. It doesn’t bother me, personally, but if you are prone to PTSD or have trouble sleeping, I recommend going somewhere else.

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Month of VisitOctober
Richard D.
Reviewed Mar. 6, 2021

Nasty man at the end of the road

Map led me to the wrong place and I could not find the correct place and the west entrance there is absolutely no camping over there. There was a nasty man at the end of the road where this map took me.

Jeremy G.
Reviewed Mar. 9, 2020

Worst place to camp

Some folks just weren’t raised right and shouldn’t be allowed to own a sxs or 4wd vehicle. Had my f250 out and had some idiot running his sxs all night long with music blaring and doing 45 mph by camp. Around 1130 pm we had a truck and sxs pull within 100 ft of our camp and just start talking and carrying on like nobody was around. It’s hard to get away from ignorance these days, even when camping.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the elevation of Bulldog Canyon Dispersed Camping - West Entrance?

Bulldog Canyon Dispersed Camping - West Entrance is located at 2111 feet.

Are fires allowed at Bulldog Canyon Dispersed Camping - West Entrance?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Bulldog Canyon Dispersed Camping - West Entrance, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Is there cell phone reception at Bulldog Canyon Dispersed Camping - West Entrance?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is good, AT&T is poor, and T-Mobile is available.

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