This dispersed camping area within Tonto National Forest provides drive-in access along a bumpy but manageable road. Campers can bring pets and enjoy campfires while taking advantage of the free camping opportunity. The site sits at an elevation that delivers sunset views across the desert landscape.
The US Forest Service manages this area as part of the broader dispersed camping near Tonto National Forest network. Road conditions require attention but remain accessible to most vehicles. Mesquite Flats South sits just 0.2 miles south for campers wanting additional dispersed options in the immediate area.
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Location
Dispersed CampingMesquite Flats is located in Arizona
Coordinates
33.545986 N
111.337306 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 4/22/26
VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 12/11/25- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 4/22/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 12/11/25
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Dispersed
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Pets
- Fires
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.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
We curate permit requirements across the US for our PRO members. Try PRO to see if Mesquite Flats needs a permit.
Drive Time
- 3 hrs 25 min from Phoenix, AZ
- 4 hrs 28 min from Prescott Valley, AZ
- 4 hrs 31 min from Tucson, AZ
- 5 hrs 11 min from Flagstaff, AZ
