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Lone Tree Dispersed Camping BLM

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Gravel crunches underfoot and the Mojave Desert opens wide at Lone Tree Dispersed Camping, a free BLM site just north of Lake Havasu City along Highway 95. The area occupies what one reviewer describes as "an old gravel pit," split into an upper hillside level and a lower wash area. No toilets, no water, no trash service. What it does have is space, cell signal, and a location that works well as an overnight stop between California and northern Arizona.

Cell coverage is a genuine draw here. AT&T and Verizon both perform well, with multiple campers reporting four bars on the upper level. T-Mobile and Mint subscribers have had less luck, particularly in the lower pit. The upper hillside tends to be cleaner, more level, and better protected from road noise. Campers willing to drive back toward the wash area find more privacy, though the roads get rougher in that direction and a high-clearance vehicle helps.

Noise and crowds are worth factoring into expectations. The site sits directly off the highway, and OHV traffic runs through during the day since the area connects to established trails. As Shawn A. puts it: "Clean, no trash, quiet and civil while I was here," though conditions vary depending on when you visit. Weekends draw more ATV and side-by-side traffic. The 14-day stay limit is posted, but some visitors have reported long-term occupants blocking off sections with rocks.

Water and dump services require a short drive. Portable water tanks can be filled at Heather's Water and Ice on N Lake Havasu Ave for $0.25 a gallon, and dump stations are available at the nearby state park for a fee. A Planet Fitness roughly 15 minutes away gives shower access for extended stays. Nearby alternatives include BLM Dispersed off AZ 95 — Craggy Wash Area and Craggy Wash BLM to the southwest, both of which see lighter use according to reviewers.

Lone Tree makes the most sense for self-sufficient campers comfortable with a no-frills desert stop, particularly those passing through on a longer route or staging a short work stint with reliable data service.

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Map & DirectionsLone Tree Dispersed Camping BLM is located in Arizona near Lake Havasu City

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Coordinates

34.62598001 N
114.32861836 W

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    Verified by 35 users
    Last on 7/24/26

Access

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

Site Types

  • Dispersed

Features

For Campers

  • Phone Service
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Pull-Through Sites
  • 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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Free BLM dispersed camping with spacious sites and good cell service, though lacking all facilities. Many found it quiet, but generator noise and rocky ground were common concerns among visitors.

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Reviewed Jun. 12, 2026

Foothills

Open area by the foothills. Its fine for a day or two.

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Month of VisitApril
  • Review photo of Lone Tree Dispersed Camping BLM by Jill K., June 12, 2026
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Reviewed Feb. 8, 2026

Busy

Right next to the highway. Busy, but we were able to find a spot with no neighbors.

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Month of VisitFebruary
  • Review photo of Lone Tree Dispersed Camping BLM by John S., February 8, 2026
  • Review photo of Lone Tree Dispersed Camping BLM by John S., February 8, 2026
Reviewed Nov. 14, 2025

Lone Tree BLM

Good enough spot for free for 14 days. Quite a bit of UTV traffic but it is on the trail. You can dump at the state park and get water for a fee. You can fill portable water tanks at Heather's Water and Ice at 34 N Lake Havasu Ave for $.25 a gallon Get an ice cream while you're there😊

Month of VisitNovember
  • Review photo of Lone Tree Dispersed Camping BLM by Dawn D., November 14, 2025
  • Review photo of Lone Tree Dispersed Camping BLM by Dawn D., November 14, 2025
  • Review photo of Lone Tree Dispersed Camping BLM by Dawn D., November 14, 2025
Reviewed Nov. 5, 2024

Ugly gravel pit next to hwy

This spot is best for a quick layover and then move on. Just an old gravel pit,th no water, no toilets, no trash. Only a few miles north of the town and Walmart. There were a couple of broke down burned out vehicles that added to the ambiance. No cell in the lower pit but ok cell on upper level.

Month of VisitNovember
  • Review photo of Lone Tree Dispersed Camping BLM by Greg L., November 5, 2024
  • Review photo of Lone Tree Dispersed Camping BLM by Greg L., November 5, 2024
  • Review photo of Lone Tree Dispersed Camping BLM by Greg L., November 5, 2024
Reviewed Mar. 12, 2023

Good spot to stop and work

Great spot to stop for a work week. 15 to a planet fitness for showers and 10 minutes to Loves gas station for another shower option. The area is large and has plenty of room for all kinds of campers.

The area is right off the highway, but you can go far enough back to minimize any noise. There are plenty of level areas to park with fire rings. Not much privacy here. You can drive to the wash area for a bit more privacy. Lots of OHV during the day and people run their generators at all hours, but I didn't have any issue sleeping.

No services, pack in, pack out. Verizon service was good. There are a few areas to hike around here. Had a great hike to the top of the rocky hill near the back of the area. (If you want some areas that are less busy, there are 2 other BLM areas along the highway that don't get as busy).

Month of VisitMarch
  • Review photo of Lone Tree Dispersed Camping BLM by Noah E., March 12, 2023
  • Review photo of Lone Tree Dispersed Camping BLM by Noah E., March 12, 2023
  • Review photo of Lone Tree Dispersed Camping BLM by Noah E., March 12, 2023
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Reviewed May. 30, 2022

So hot and rocky

It was just under 90°F at midnight and the ground was so rocky that sleeping was a challenge

Month of VisitMay
Reviewed Nov. 1, 2021

Nice

Pros- large places to stop, 4 bars AT&T and Verizon. Close to town. Cons - although there is a sign clearing stating 14 day stay limit, there are many who are using this as a permanent camp. There is a man who has a motorcycle trailer for hi bike and a cargo trailer he is living in, and has been here for more than 30 days, and at least 10 others around the perimeter who have set up for a long haul and have made this area their home base. One guy in a Minnie Winnie has a lot blocked off with rocks preventing areas from being used and has been here for at least 30 days. Also, on the weekends there is a lot of 4 wheeler an side by side traffic (which is livable as they are polite). People don’t seem to even think that the BLM office could shut this area down, especially as they leave trash and waste behind them.

Month of VisitOctober
  • Review photo of Lone Tree Dispersed Camping BLM by Madeline S., November 1, 2021
  • Review photo of Lone Tree Dispersed Camping BLM by Madeline S., November 1, 2021
  • Review photo of Lone Tree Dispersed Camping BLM by Madeline S., November 1, 2021
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Reviewed Mar. 25, 2021

Free & close to town

It's free, it's close to town. It's also BLM so the are no rules as far as quiet time, generator use, etc. Our neighbors were living there and ran their generator every morning at 3am. Glass & nails abound and there are no services like water and garbage. OHVs speed thru during the day. But... it's free. We climbed the little hill and found a little registry book. Definitely will stay here again.

Month of VisitMarch
  • Review photo of Lone Tree Dispersed Camping BLM by Ashley M., March 25, 2021
Reviewed Mar. 15, 2021

It’s free camping

It’s BLM land. So pack out what you pack in. Roads are rough but you can find some really nice places with a 4 x 4 regardless free camping not much else happening there but pretty views

Here are my star ratings based on my lifestyle and what I like. I'm also a mother, dog mama, and a wife so it's not just me it's my crew and i. 1 star- AUTOMATIC relocate… the property is no longer there, trashed or/and I could never have my children there and I wouldn't ever think about staying no matter what. 2 star- Not really my jam, and would NEVER go to again… It probably more of desert life and not really my style for sure…Being from Vegas I can't stand being in the desert and I love the Trees and the Green more than anything. 3 star- Would stay there again in a pinch, but not really my style, the reason its not is because not enough family things to do, the scenery, or the location… but I would go again and feel safe having my kiddos here but only if I needed to in a pinch. 4 star- a really good rating for sure, maybe needed some improvements, minor things like being on top of each other, not a lot of privacy, but honestly little cosmetic things that aren't anything to sweat and would be back again for sure. 5 star- MY FAVORITE… love the location, safety, the surroundings, big camp spots available to fit toys for my kids to play, hammocks to hang, our big family tent, cases of firewood, our suburban or RV, etcccccc….. I would not only come back but would live if I could!!! Anyway thanks for reading and enjoy every moment like it's your last! CHEERS!

  • Review photo of Lone Tree Dispersed Camping BLM by Brittney  C., March 15, 2021
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Reviewed Mar. 3, 2021

Perfect stop when we travel to California from Arizona

Have stayed here a few times overnight and have always found it friendly, clean and mostly quiet. We stream TV with a verizon phone from the lower level with no problems. It's a great spot to fill up with fuel before crossing into California.

Reviewed Feb. 18, 2021

Beautiful Mountain Views

My brother and I camped here a couple nights. It was beautiful but very cold and windy. We were there the end of December 2020. I climbed the mountain at the north end of the campground and got some beautiful photos of the landscape.

I've been at this campground before in late January 2019 and it was cold and wind then too.  I was with friends and it was my first time visiting Lake Havasu. It is a crowded campground, good for a couple nights but not a place I'd stay longer term.

  • Review photo of Lone Tree Dispersed Camping BLM by Dee S., February 18, 2021
  • Review photo of Lone Tree Dispersed Camping BLM by Dee S., February 18, 2021
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Reviewed Feb. 11, 2021

Good BLM site

Really good cell service with AT&T! I like that it is on an upper hillside. Clean, no trash, quiet & civil while I was here. I felt safe & comfortable. Easy to drive into coming from the south on 95. Low traffic noise. Nicely graveled. AND FREE!

  • Review photo of Lone Tree Dispersed Camping BLM by Shawn A., February 11, 2021
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Reviewed Dec. 30, 2020

Convenient stop when driving through the desert

I needed a stop to break down the drive from the California Central Cost to Northern Arizona and it did the trick. It's not an exceptionally exciting spot, but it's quiet. I pitched my tent on a little dip and I could barely hear the road (and it was much more protected from the wind). I regret not having brought a hammer with me and it was hard to get the fixations through. No signal on Mint/T-Mobile.

Month of VisitDecember
  • Review photo of Lone Tree Dispersed Camping BLM by Albert V., December 30, 2020

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find dispersed camping areas around Lake Havasu?

Lone Tree Dispersed Camping BLM is a popular dispersed camping area near Lake Havasu, located just off Highway 95. This free BLM site offers a large open area with plenty of room for various types of campers and RVs. The camping area is situated on an upper hillside with nicely graveled areas. For more dispersed options, explore other BLM lands surrounding Lake Havasu. These areas typically offer 14-day stay limits and provide basic camping opportunities with no amenities but beautiful desert landscapes. Most spots are within 10-15 minutes of town, making them convenient for supplies and services.

What are the regulations for dispersed camping at Lake Havasu?

At Lone Tree and other Lake Havasu dispersed camping areas, a 14-day stay limit is strictly enforced. These are pack-in, pack-out areas with no services like water or garbage collection. As BLM land, there are minimal restrictions regarding quiet hours or generator use. OHVs are permitted but often create dust and noise during daylight hours. Fire regulations may vary seasonally, so check current restrictions before your visit. Always practice Leave No Trace principles as glass and debris can be common in some areas. Camp at least 200 feet from water sources and use existing sites when possible.

Are there any local guides available for Lake Havasu dispersed camping?

While formal guide services specifically for dispersed camping aren't common around Lake Havasu, the BLM field office can provide valuable information and maps for dispersed camping areas. For those wanting to explore more remote spots, local outdoor stores in Lake Havasu City sometimes offer informal advice on suitable locations based on your vehicle capabilities. A 4x4 vehicle will allow access to more secluded camping spots with better views. Contact the Lake Havasu BLM office before your trip for the most current information on road conditions, closures, and special regulations.