Best Dispersed Camping near Anthem, AZ
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Best Dispersed Sites Near Anthem, AZ (73)
1. Old Airstrip Camping & Staging Area
Anthem, Arizona18 Reviews•27 Photos•254 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- ADA Access
- RVs
- Tents
2. Dispersed Camping off hwy 74
Peoria, Arizona7 Reviews•29 Photos•82 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- ADA Access
- Dispersed
- Alcohol
3. Bloody Basin Rd / Agua Fria NM Dispersed Camping
Cordes Junction, Arizona15 Reviews•56 Photos•145 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- ADA Access
- Dispersed
- Alcohol
4. Maddock Road Dispersed - AZ State Trust Land
Peoria, Arizona5 Reviews•17 Photos•65 SavesAnnual permit needed to recreate an AZ State Trust Lands.
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- ADA Access
- Dispersed
- Alcohol
5. Bulldog Canyon Dispersed Camping - North Entrance
Fort Mcdowell, Arizona25 Reviews•63 Photos•486 SavesNO CAMPING First 2 miles and 300 feet on either side of the road/trail VEHICLES MUST STAY ON DESIGNATED ROADS - but past those designated no camping zones, camping is allowed unless otherwise posted.
This space is very large so it may be best to divide it by the access points. The point I'll be using is Access #3- Forest Road (FR) 10, south entrance: This access point is reached from Apache Junction. From Mesa: Travel 15 miles east on the Superstition Freeway (US 60) to the Idaho Street exit. Follow Idaho Street north 4½ miles to McKellips. Turn right on McKellips and travel ½ mile to the Wolverine Pass Road and turn left. Follow it for 7/8 mile and turn right on Tonto Road. Travel north on Tonto Road for ¼ mile to Cactus and turn left. Follow Cactus to McDowell Road and follow it to FR 10 gate.
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Dispersed
- Alcohol
6. Boulders OHV Area
Wittmann, Arizona5 Reviews•9 Photos•33 Saves- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
- Tents
- Standard (Tent/RV)
7. Anthem Dispersed Campsite
Anthem, Arizona1 Review•9 Saves- Pets
- Phone Service
- RVs
- Tents
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
8. Sheeps Bridge BLM Area - Arizona
Carefree, Arizona5 Reviews•19 Photos•164 SavesThis is for SHEEPS Bridge BLM in Arizona There is a different listing on The Dyrt for SHEEP Bridge BLM in Utah
VERY rugged road to get to this campground. Please be advised if you have an RV or a low clearance vehicle.
- Pets
- Dispersed
- Picnic Table
9. Badger Springs
Cordes Junction, Arizona5 Reviews•9 Photos•55 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Dispersed
- Toilets
- Alcohol
10. Box Bar Road Dispersed
Rio Verde, Arizona3 Reviews•33 SavesBox Bar is a River Access Point to the Verde River, close to Bartlett Lake in the Cave Creek Ranger District. This small site offers beautiful scenery of the surrounding mountains along with a fast moving river – making it a fun spot for kids of all ages. The shore line is a rocky/pebble beach with several shady trees. Wildlife can be seen during the early summer months, and late winter. The road access in to the site is compacted dirt.
There are no designated campsites however the shaded areas along the west side of the parking area are popular spots to set up camp trailers and tents.
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- ADA Access
- Dispersed
- Trash
Recent Dispersed Reviews in Anthem
224 Reviews of 73 Anthem Campgrounds
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Patrick L.
Scout
Dispersed camping near Crown King
Worth the drive
Beautiful camping surrounded by ponderosa pines and boulders. Rich in wildlife.
We were pushing the envelope with a 30 ft camper. Would strongly suggest motorhomes and longer RV's not consider this location. Our family were the only campers during our stay. Lots of activity in and around Crown King. Gas and water available in town. Due to roads, add an hour to any estimated drive time if pulling a trailer.
- GGregg T.
Guide
Dispersed Camping off hwy 74
Wide open state land
Yes, I paid the$15 fee and I've been here a couple weeks. People are pretty great. I had Christmas Eve dinner with a bunch of other campers. A lot of fun
- GGregg T.Guide
State land trust/Inspiration Point
Kicked us out
From what i gather, some dimbasses were taking pit shots at the free roam cattle...I guess they thought they were not owned. Regardless, we had been there about a week when we were abruptly told to pack up and get out of here. So I did. Liked the spots though.
Chelsey W.
TravelerDispersed Camping off hwy 74
Nice, quiet, friendly site with some trash and glass
The campsite is good, quiet, easily accessible and I met some friendly neighbors. I love all the cacti as well. There is quite a bit of trash and glass around. Full Verizon cell service and nice warm weather in December.
- Chelsey W.Traveler
Flower Pot USFS Dispersed
Beautiful and quite place
Quiet and calm vibe. Found some random deer hooves at my site which is a little strange but otherwise it was perfect
William M.Guide
Old Airstrip Camping & Staging Area
Worth the trip
The road in is a little rough, but ok. Two week stay limit, but that's pretty standard for BLM properties. There's no facilities so be prepared. Good level land and plenty of room. Wild burros wander through occasionally, and coyotes make their presence known as well. Fantastic views and quiet atmosphere, so far. Been here two nights and plan to stay for at least another week.
Jeremy W.Traveler
Bloody Basin Rd / Agua Fria NM Dispersed Camping
Very convenient stop between phoenix metro area & Sedona
Dirt road is a bit washboard but very manageable by any vehicle.
Spots line the road to the left & right as you travel down the road. cell Service can be excellent or poor depending on site you choose (avoid the ones in the dips/valleys if its a concern for you)
No facilities, just good ol’ convenient Arizona boondocking.
I came in mid December and there were only a handful of others.
- LLacey W.Scout
State land trust/Inspiration Point
Closed
Coordinates led to a cattle guard that is fenced closed. No access to the site. You could park next to the road though.
Glyn P.Guide
Senator Hwy Dispersed Camp Site
Not too shabby
Pretty decent selection of sites. Some are right on the road, but others are tucked away quite nice. Less than 10 mins from town, but you wouldn’t know it. Roads in are a breeze with only a few sites where having more clearance might be nice. Enjoyed our stay other than one night where our neighbors got a little wild. Sites aren’t that close but at 100 decibels it doesn’t matter.
- William M.Guide
Bloody Basin Rd / Agua Fria NM Dispersed Camping
Nice spot
Dirt road in but very drivable. Lots of available places to pull off and camp. Beautiful scenery. In sight of I17 but no sound from it at all. No available shade but my solar set up needs full sun, so it's perfect for me. Will definitely come back
- William M.Guide
Badger Springs
Wouldn't suggest
As soon as I got there, I got the dog out and what do we immediately find? Used drug needles littering the ground around a fire ring. Definitely not somewhere I'd feel comfortable staying the night.
- MMarcela M.Scout
Bloody Basin Rd / Agua Fria NM Dispersed Camping
Perfect spot
Approachable, very good spot near the highway, also with a camper van.
- GGregg T.Guide
Maddock Road Dispersed - AZ State Trust Land
Spacious
Lots of room all rvs except little ol me, but only for a couple weeks.
Enzo M.Scout
Bulldog Canyon Dispersed Camping - West Entrance
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.
Steven R.Scout
Enchanted Forest Trail Campsites
Garbage Everywhere!!
My dog was laying in cigarette butts. At least it's free
Kerri W.Traveler
Senetor Highway Dispersed spot 5
Do Better
We left late from Phoenix on the Senator Highway from Meyer and we should’ve stopped while we were ahead. We ended up at the North end just outside of Prescott in the dispersed sites. Disgusting. Every single site looked like this one. We’ve got a RTT so thankfully it was a quick set up for the night and we’re outa here. If we’d have had adequate trash bags (a dumpster would’ve been ideal) we’d have spent the next few days cleaning up. If you pack it in pack it out. It’s real easy. That all being said- if you’ve got a large group with sxs and you enjoy the Senator, this is definitely the perfect spot.
Mary AnnTraveler
Bulldog Canyon Dispersed Camping - North Entrance
My favorite area
Permit required for the gate code. Camping available 2 miles in. Need a 4x4. It's definitely worth the hastle as these spots are beautiful and clean. A lot of OHV so it kicks up dust.
- RRalph S.Traveler
Dispersed Camping off hwy 74
Requires permit
Area is marked and needs permit as well. As a foreigner I can't buy the permit online since only US address can be entered and will be reverted for the credit card payment so no way to stay there legally.
Maybe going in person or call them can get me a permit but yeah not this way.
Anyway the spot is nice and levelled if it would be usable 🙂
Tim J.TravelerMaddock Road Dispersed - AZ State Trust Land
State trust land
No problems except for the people on drugs. Be careful and lock up before you leave to go anywhere.
samuel C.
RangerBloody Basin Rd / Agua Fria NM Dispersed Camping
Noisy
Lots of lit up trucks and dirt bikes coming through the night I stayed but the views and rock formations were cool to check out with my dog.
- RRosendo B.Scout
Childs Dispersed Camping
Great camping location
I came here 2 months ago and I found this place suitable for camping. We had a great time grilling food and playing slope games.
Caitlin S.GuideDispersed camping near Crown King
Gorgeous secluded camping
Secluded dispersed camping in the woods just outside of the town Crown King. 4x4 is recommended, campsites are not accessible when snowfall has occurred. Beautiful wildlife including deer always nearby.
Jim A.TravelerSaguaro Cove
Remote Camping
Takes a little 4 wheeling to get there or you can access it from the water. Basic dispersed camping but gets a little warm during the summer months. Views are nice and its a nice pack it in, pack it out spot.
- RRobert F.Guide
Sophie's Flat Trailhead
Open area
Nice spot, pretty clean. Pretty easy to get to. There is a dirt road leading up to it. I think most size rigs could make it.
- Lynnae P.Scout
Lake Pleasant Dispersed Camp
Sign "No Mortorized vehicles allowed"
Could not Enter. Closed
Monte W.
LegendEnchanted Forest Trail Campsites
Nice alternative to a paid site
11 sites are marked off that you are able to camp. I lucked out and got site #11 which was well separated from the other sites. The other sites are relatively close together. Only down part about my site was it was at the end of the dirt road and had many cars turning around near my site. Picked up a little bit of trash from previous campers. There was quite a bit of toilet paper around the site which was not cool.
Jordon H.Scout
Prescott Basin - Ponderosa Park Road Dispersed Camping
Easy to access but limited
Lot of pull offs to pick from but it’s very limited spacing. You’re going to be mere feet from the road so it’s not a long or wide open pull off. The area was quiet though and clean. Fellow campers passing by were friendly and mindful of noise as they drove down the nearby road. I had Verizon signal, two bars. There were two fire pits ready for use, be sure to bring your own wood!
Guide to Anthem
Discover the beauty of dispersed camping near Anthem, Arizona, where you can immerse yourself in nature without the constraints of traditional campgrounds. This area offers a variety of spots perfect for those seeking adventure and tranquility.
Unique Wildlife Encounters while Free Camping near Anthem
- Experience the sounds of nature at the Old Airstrip Camping & Staging Area, where wild burros and coyotes create a memorable soundtrack for your camping experience.
- At the Boulders OHV Area, you can explore miles of desert trails while keeping an eye out for local wildlife, making it a great spot for nature enthusiasts.
- The Maddock Road Dispersed - AZ State Trust Land offers a peaceful retreat where you can enjoy quiet walks and the chance to see hot air balloons at sunrise.
Tips for Free and Dispersed Camping near Anthem, Arizona
- When visiting the Dispersed Camping off Hwy 74, be sure to arrive early to secure a good spot, as it can get busy on weekends.
- Always pack out what you pack in at the Lake Pleasant Dispersed Camp to help maintain the natural beauty of the area and ensure a pleasant experience for future campers.
- If you're planning to camp at the Cow Creek Road Dispersed, be prepared for some noise from the local burros at night, which can add a unique charm to your stay.
Scenic Hiking Trails for Dispersed Campers
- The Juniper Dispersed Camping Area is a great starting point for hiking enthusiasts looking to explore the surrounding trails and enjoy the stunning desert landscape.
- Nearby, the Bronco Trailhead provides access to various hiking paths, perfect for those wanting to experience the rugged beauty of Tonto National Forest.
- For a more adventurous outing, check out the Bumble Bee Dispersed, where you can find trails that lead to hidden gems and breathtaking views.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular dispersed campsite near Anthem, AZ?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dispersed campground near Anthem, AZ is Old Airstrip Camping & Staging Area with a 4.1-star rating from 18 reviews.
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