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    Campgrounds near Bullhead City, AZ range from riverfront RV resorts with full hookups to free primitive desert sites on BLM land. Davis Camp Park and Katherine Landing offer full hookups along the Colorado River and Lake Mohave, while Old Kingman Highway offers free dispersed camping on BLM land east of the city. Most campgrounds accommodate both tent and RV camping, with several locations like Colorado River Oasis and Silver Creek also offering cabin rentals.

    Access to camping areas varies significantly with the seasons, as extreme desert temperatures impact visitor patterns. Summer brings intense heat, with many campers seeking riverfront locations for relief. "This place can get very busy so I recommend calling and reserving," noted one visitor about the popular river access points. Winter attracts seasonal residents to the area's RV parks, with several reviews mentioning the influx of "snowbirds" during cooler months. Most established campgrounds remain open year-round, though dispersed sites lack shade and become challenging during summer when temperatures regularly exceed 100°F. Visitors should check fire restrictions during summer months and be prepared for occasional high winds throughout the year.

    The Colorado River serves as the primary attraction for many campers in the Bullhead City area. Riverfront RV resorts like Colorado River Oasis receive consistently high ratings for their private beaches and boat launches. A camper highlighted that "they have their own entrance to the river which is super neat because if you rent jet skis you can get back to your lodging any time of day." Many campgrounds provide direct river access, boat ramps, and proximity to casinos in neighboring Laughlin, Nevada. Developed campgrounds typically include full hookups, laundry facilities, showers, and swimming pools to combat the desert heat. Less developed options exist for those seeking a more primitive experience, particularly on BLM land east of the city where camping is free but offers no amenities or services.

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      1. Davis Camp Park - Mohave County

      3.9(21)4mi from Bullhead CityRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Loved being able to set up our Napier Sportz tent with our Subaru at the river's edge on the Colorado River just outside of Bullhead City, Az. (across from Laughlin, NV). So clear!"

      "Affordable camping and day use on the Colorado River just North of Bullhead City, AZ and Laughlin, NV. Full hook-ups available, showers, and on the river camping."

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      2. Lake Mohave - Nevada Telephone Cove — Lake Mead National Recreation Area

      4.3(14)8mi from Bullhead City

      "Telephone Cove is a beautiful and very peaceful location. We visited on a Tuesday in early April. Although it seemed somewhat crowded for a weekday, everyone we encountered was friendly."

      "Dirt road in was about 4 miles long from the highway but pretty well graded and easy to drive, big rig friendly.  Plenty of camping spots along the water with some shade trees."

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      3. Riverside Casino and RV Park

      4.0(10)3mi from Bullhead CityRVs, Tents

      "We stayed on the top level, but next time I would ask for a lower level space as the wind blew one night mercessley with nothing but open desert behind us."

      "They have a lot of amenities plus if you want to gamble walk across the street to his casino and spend it on up. Rentals from boats to jetskis are all nearby."

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      4. Katherine Landing North Campground

      4.9(8)7mi from Bullhead CityRVs, Tents

      "It’s about a ten minute walk down to the doc where they have a store, restaurant, boat rentals, fishing, bathrooms and fish cleaning station. "

      "Nice CG at the south end of Lake Mohave, but inside the NPS Lake Mead National Recreation Area."

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      5. Old Kingman Highway Dispersed Camping near Bullhead City

      3.6(10)8mi from Bullhead City

      "Halfway between Kingman and Bullhead City, on the western side of the pass, is this BLM land that will knock your socks off!  Many places to pull over for a night or for a week or two along the road."

      "It is on Buckwash Road off of Highway 68. Before you get to Bullhead City."

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      6. Laughlin Avi KOA / Journey

      3.5(8)7mi from Bullhead CityRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Close to the casino, golfing, the Colorado River, Needles, Laughlin and Bullhead City. Has its own launch ramp for water toys. Not much I the way of trees for shade, and mostly dirt."

      "The cool thing here is that the AVI casino is directly across the street and is the only thing around for miles, so you’ll most likely be spending your time there like we did."

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      7. Davis Dam Camp

      4.0(6)4mi from Bullhead CityRVs, Tents

      "Close to everything yet away from it all."

      "This is a perfect place for first time campers because it was near stores in case I got there and realized I’d forgotten something, and the bathrooms were very close and within walking distance of my campground"

      from $20 - $35 / night

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      8. Vista Del Sol 55+ RV Resort

      5.0(3)4mi from Bullhead CityRVs
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      9. Katherine Landing South Campground

      4.5(4)7mi from Bullhead CityRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "Perfect place to ride bikes and it’s a good walking distance to the pier with restaurant, grocery store, fishing and boat rentals. This is like a village in its own."

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      10. Silver Creek RV Park

      4.7(3)1mi from Bullhead CityRVs, Tents

      "This location has a nice pool and laundry room. Silver View RV resort has a full general store and they serve ice cream too!!"

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    • Rhonda D.
      Jul. 18, 2026

      Canyon West RV Park

      Worst managers ever!

      Cheap enough, but cheap isn’t always good! Don & Sylvia are the worse managers ever! If they decide they don’t like you they make your life miserable! They had it out for us the first week we were there! They lie & are very deceiving people! We were forced out & had to sell our RV’s just to get out! One of our neighbors pulled a shotgun gun on us & another resident threatened 3 times to kill my friend! They did nothing! I did prosecute the guy with the gun & the other guy is still there threatening people! I guess he’s their bodyguard! It was pure hell living there! They had algae in the water and they weren’t telling anybody about it so I did! They don’t like to be questioned And I was threatened to call the sheriff if you do question them! The owner James Kimball isn’t any better he goes along with whatever they say! There’s much better parks around town a little more expensive, but much better than living at Canyon West RV Park! We were there from February to the middle of July and it was pure hell the whole time! I do not recommend this place to anybody. It will only cause you problems down the road. They find a way to get you out if they don’t like you! A very toxic environment!

    • Paul C.
      Jul. 16, 2026

      Lake Havasu State Park Campground

      Can't beat camping on the water.

      Every site has water views. Space between sites. Easy walk to the beach. Boat ramp is a short walk when being picked up for a day on the water. Amazing sunsets. In town so close to everything. We love Lake Havasu State Park and have stayed multiple times.

    • Paul C.
      Jul. 16, 2026

      Davis Dam Camp

      Right on the river close to Laughlin

      Sites are easy to access. Have stayed a few time and the lower part is less windy. Can get pretty windy in the upper portian. Close to everything yet away from it all.

    • IThe Dyrt PRO User
      Jul. 10, 2026

      Cottonwood Cove Resort RV Park — Lake Mead National Recreation Area

      Amazing Campground! Full Hookups, Great Amenities, and Close to the Beach"

      We absolutely loved camping here! The RV site has full hookups (electricity, water, and sewer), plus great Wi-Fi and cable TV. The campground is very nice, quiet, and clean. It's perfect for the summer since the beach is close by and there are stores nearby. The restrooms and showers are also very clean. We had a wonderful time and highly recommend it!" We visited for the 4th of July, and even though it was pretty crowded, we had an amazing time! We luckily grabbed the very last available spot. We got a pull-through site, which was fantastic because we didn't have to back in and could easily drive right through. Although our spot was a bit further back and not on the front line, it was actually great because the restrooms and showers were right next to us. It was an incredible stay!"

    • LThe Dyrt PRO User
      Jul. 9, 2026

      Hwy 193 BLM Dispersed

      Pot hole road, nice shaded spot

      Several spots up here, spread far apart and providing some much needed shade. We did some hiking in the area and enjoyed the location. No AT&T here.

    • Vinny D.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jun. 28, 2026

      Hualapai Mountain Road

      Great place to stay

      Really good spot to stay, was nice and quiet. One SXS came by as I was coming in around 2230-2300 but never came back though. If you like to trail ride as well this is a good spot. From easy to a few washouts need a 4x4 though for some areas. But if you stay on the main dirt road you should be okay.

    • lThe Dyrt PRO User
      Jun. 27, 2026

      DW Ranch Road

      Hot hot hot!

      Nice area for an overnight trip. However you will have to beat the locals. It seems that they live here.

    • JThe Dyrt PRO User
      Jun. 12, 2026

      Arizona Trust Land

      Az trust and blm

      Its mainly washes. There can be soft areas BEWEAR. Its peaceful and beautiful. Thought out the day you can see a number of animals.

    Guide to Bullhead City

    Camping areas around Bullhead City, Arizona sit at elevations between 500-700 feet in the Mohave Desert, where summer temperatures routinely exceed 110°F. The Colorado River creates a natural border with Nevada, providing water access from most camping locations. Winter daytime temperatures average 65-75°F, making October through April the prime camping season.

    What to do

    Boat access fishing: Davis Camp Park offers riverside camping with direct water access. "Really a nice campground, nice big spots, tables and a fire pit as well as a laundry room and did I mention clean bathrooms!!! oleander trees space out each camp spot which give you all the privacy anyone could need," notes one camper at Katherine Landing Campground.

    Desert exploration: The surrounding desert landscape provides hiking opportunities, particularly in cooler months. A visitor to the Old Kingman Highway Dispersed Camping area described it as "Halfway between Kingman and Bullhead City, on the western side of the pass... beautiful open desert with quintessential AZ mountains. Closest towns with supplies are Kingman and Bullhead City, about 20-30 minutes from each."

    Casino entertainment: Many campgrounds offer easy access to Laughlin's casinos. At Riverside Casino and RV Park, "Guests can enjoy shuttle service to the casino, restaurants, and movie theater, making it a great blend of outdoor relaxation and vibrant nightlife."

    What campers like

    River swimming access: The Colorado River provides relief from desert heat. "Loved being able to set up our Napier Sportz tent with our Subaru at the river's edge on the Colorado River just outside of Bullhead City, Az. So clear! Lots of families with jet skis, which we found entertaining although noisy," reported a visitor to Davis Camp Park - Mohave County.

    Mountain views: The desert landscape offers scenic vistas, particularly at sunset. "The sunsets are just amazing," noted a camper at Old Kingman Highway Dispersed Camping area, while another mentioned that at Katherine Landing Campground "The campsite itself felt safe though. The campsite was too small and close to others for my liking."

    Privacy options: Several campsites offer vegetation between sites. "Very secluded by oleander trees that cover each spot," explained a camper about Katherine Landing Campground, while another at Silver Creek RV Park mentioned "Talk about well maintained and up kept. Little dog buckets throughout park so it's easy for you to clean up after your pets."

    What you should know

    Extreme summer heat: Temperatures regularly exceed 110°F from June through September. "We stayed 3 nights in the 'no hookups' area. Clean sites, pretty views, close to the river's edge, very quiet, and cell phone service. However, none of the water spigots were turned on!" reported a visitor to Davis Dam Camp.

    Weekend crowding: Riverside sites fill quickly, especially during holidays. "Davis camp has gotten very populated over the years and gets really crowded, really quickly. If you want a nice spot, better get there early," advised one camper at Davis Camp Park.

    Road conditions: Access to some dispersed camping can be challenging. "Road in is definitely not RV friendly. We did alright coming in and did find a spot to pull off about a mile in," explained a camper at Old Kingman Highway Dispersed Camping area.

    Tips for camping with families

    Swimming areas: Designated swimming areas provide safer water access. "We group camp here with fellow youth sports families. The kids love the open areas to run and play in though there are not great playgrounds," mentioned a camper at Davis Camp Park.

    Space considerations: Sites vary considerably in size and privacy. At Katherine Landing South Campground, "173 campsites available so even on a busy weekend there are places to stay. Large sites with trees in between. Clean bathrooms. Showers and laundry on site."

    Kid-friendly amenities: Some parks offer additional activities. "If you want to rent camp spend the day hike explore boat it's awesome here and they are extremely dog friendly with a bunch of dog stations," shared a camper about Davis Camp Park.

    Tips from RVers

    Site selection: Different elevations offer varying views and wind exposure. "We stayed on the top level, but next time I would ask for a lower level space as the wind blew one night mercessley with nothing but open desert behind us," advised an RVer at Riverside Casino and RV Park.

    Seasonal considerations: Winter brings more long-term RV residents. A visitor to Vista Del Sol RV Resort shared, "We came the fall of 2020 through april 2021 and again this year. The office staff are always pleasant and very helpful."

    Hookup availability: Full-service sites are limited but available. At Silver Creek RV Park, roads are "paved and RV slots are dirt but they do come with full hook ups and little wood tables at each spot."

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Are there any RV parks in Bullhead City with river access?

    Yes, several RV parks in Bullhead City offer river access. Moon River RV Resort provides a friendly atmosphere with amenities like an activities room, laundry facilities, and swimming pool while being conveniently located near the Colorado River. Laughlin Avi KOA / Journey features its own boat launch ramp for water toys and is situated close to the Colorado River, making it ideal for water recreation enthusiasts. While technically in Nevada but serving the Bullhead City area, Riverside Casino and RV Park offers riverfront camping options. Most of these parks provide full hookups and are particularly popular with snowbirds during winter months.

    What are the best campgrounds in Bullhead City for tent camping?

    For tent camping in Bullhead City, Davis Camp Park - Mohave County offers excellent tent sites right along the Colorado River. Campers enjoy setting up directly at the river's edge with clear views and easy water access. For a cooler escape from Bullhead City's heat, Hualapai Mountain Park provides numerous dry tent camping sites scattered throughout pine forests. The Pine Basin section is particularly nice for tents. If you prefer dispersed camping, BLM land is available, though caution is advised due to varying conditions and limited facilities. These tent camping options range from developed sites with amenities to primitive locations with stunning desert views.

    What facilities are available at Davis Camp Park in Bullhead City?

    Davis Camp Park offers extensive facilities along the Colorado River. The park provides full hookup RV sites and riverfront tent camping areas. Amenities include clean shower facilities, restrooms, and convenient river access. Day-use visitors and campers can enjoy the beach area for swimming and lounging. The park offers on-site jet ski rentals for those wanting to explore the river. Davis Camp is affordable for both camping and day use, making it accessible for various budgets. Located just north of Bullhead City and across from Laughlin, it serves as a convenient base for exploring both areas. The park is especially popular with families enjoying water recreation, with many setting up directly at the water's edge.

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