Best Tent Camping near Chiricahua, AZ

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Best Tent Sites Near Chiricahua, AZ (14)

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Recent Tent Reviews in Chiricahua

162 Reviews of 14 Chiricahua Campgrounds


  • patty W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sunny Flat Campground
    Nov. 6, 2024

    Sunny Flat Campground

    Very scenic

    This campground has nicely spaced sites with lots of green around them. A 3 mile nature walk from the campsite. Very heavy canopy overhead. Sadly it took out the top of our campers ladder 😕Longer vehicles won’t make the road. Our Rv got a broken

  • mThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Desert Oasis Campground
    Oct. 23, 2024

    Desert Oasis Campground

    Amazing place!

    We ended up staying longer than planned, very nice place close to bisbee but far enough to enjoy some quiet and beautiful night sky. Clean facilities with hot showers. the clubhouse is also a great place to hangout, with lots of appliances free to use. Owners very sweet and always here to help. Highly recommend and will be back!! They have RV sites with full hookups but also dry camping sites

  • j
    Camper-submitted photo from Queen Mine RV Park
    Oct. 16, 2024

    Queen Mine RV Park

    Awesome little park!

    Easy access to Bisbee historical area. 5 minute walk! Nice quiet park, level spots, and view of town.

  • t
    Camper-submitted photo from Stampede RV Park
    Sep. 29, 2024

    Stampede RV Park

    Stampede for the win!

    Great campsite. We had two campers, a 34 ft 5th wheel and a 17 foot TT. Sites were built to accommodate both easily. Water, electric, sewer hookup, and even sites made it a quick set up and we were able to get to site-seeing in town quickly! Breakfast at the Shotgun Cafe was excellent! You have to order the country potatoes!

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Shootout Arena RV Park
    Jun. 30, 2024

    Shootout Arena RV Park

    A Gem of a Campground

    This place is perfect for dry camping a short distance from historic Main Street Tombstone. There were no amenities, so be prepared! You cannot beat the price! For car/tent camping there are some private spaces with a little shade and evidence of past campfires. Be sure to stay to the left of the sign to go into the lower camping area. Pay your 10 bucks at the drop box.

  • Jose J.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Tombstone RV & Campground
    Jun. 14, 2024

    Tombstone RV & Campground

    Close site to Tombstone

    Quiet park, level and clean gravel sites. About 5 minutes from the town of Tombstone. It’s was getting down to freezing temperatures in November briefly over night. You can rent an outdoor fireplace and buy firewood on site too.

  • Rod D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Bonita Canyon Campground — Chiricahua National Monument
    Jun. 8, 2024

    Bonita Canyon Campground — Chiricahua National Monument

    Chiricahua National Monument is special indeed

    If approved by congress, Chiricahua National Monument will become Arizona's fourth National Park.  While the current monument  is a compact area geographically,  it definitely has the uniqueness of a national park and warrants the added protections.  It will however make a very special place more popular, so you might want to visit sooner than later. 

    If you camp in a tent, van, micro-camper, or small travel trailer you will find Bonita Canyon Campground to be a memorable and wonderful place.  Don't try to bring any big rigs as they simply won't fit.  Reservations are a must. 

    The campground is small, beautiful, shaded and right in the middle of some incredible scenery providing easy access to the fantastic hiking and wildlife viewing that is all around you.  Hosts were professional and friendly, bathhouse small but super clean, and the site boundaries were mostly marked with fences which is somewhat unique.  This is an old CCC built campground.  From the campground you can easily walk to the foundations of the original camp located nearby.  

    Pay attention to fire regulations and status.  If permitted, campfires are limited to the raised grills (no rings) but you can bring your own solo type camp stove. You will need to bring your own wood and ice.  Pay attention to your fuel levels in your vehicle as this is a remote place.  

    This is premier birdwatching country.  If you can, I would highly recommend taking  one of the guided walks provided by the rangers and park biologists.  We learned a bunch and I am not even "a birder" and enjoyed it.  The nearby visitor center will have the details. 

    The Arizona Coatimundi's are a very unique mammal and frequently visit the campground.  Deer, turkeys, quail, and other wildlife are in abundance and easy to see from the hikes.  The views of the night sky are unparalleled. 

    A short drive away provides access to some incredible trails for hiking or simply viewing the surrounding Wilderness areas.  The rock features found in this area make it unique. 

    This continues to be one of our favorite places in Arizona to camp and hike.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Tombstone RV & Campground
    May. 23, 2024

    Tombstone RV & Campground

    Vacation

    The place was clean. People were friendly close to attractions and enjoyed our stay very much. Would recommend it. Five star bathrooms were clean.

  • Tom P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Shootout Arena RV Park
    May. 6, 2024

    Shootout Arena RV Park

    Location location location

    Arrived around 1pm. Almost empty. Pay cash $10/n at box near entry. Walk to old town. Attended shootout and ok coral. Walked through DT and back to campsite. Clean and convenient. Will stay here again.

  • Roger W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Bonita Canyon Campground — Chiricahua National Monument
    May. 4, 2024

    Bonita Canyon Campground — Chiricahua National Monument

    An Amazing National Monument

    Bonita Canyon CG- Chiricahua NM: (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good

    (71 yr olds in 17’ trailer.)

    Overall Rating: Campsites in outer loop are more nicely spaced(rate 4) and trailer adds to privacy. Inner loop sites are often a bit close (rate 3). Price 2024: $ 10 w interagency Usage during visit: Very full, especially weekends.
    Site Privacy: No Site Spacing: Outside sites are spacious Pad surface: Gravel Reservations: Yes Campground Noise: Very quiet.
    Outside Road Noise: None Through Traffic in campground: No Electric Hookup: No Sewer Hookup: No Dump Station: No Potable Water Available: Yes. Spigots are scattered, locations clearly marked Generators: Allowed, but other than ours, I never heard one. Bathroom: Built by CCC. Clean and rustic. I like them. Showers: No Pull Throughs: I didn’t notice any Cell Service (AT&T): No. WiFi at the visitor center Setting: Woods Recent Weather: 70s to low 80s.
    Solar: At our site with good positioning, we were able to bring in 12amps per day with 400 watt fixed panels.
    Insects: None now Host: Yes, 2 couples Rig Size: Limited to 24’.

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Tombstone Camp on Forest Road 687
    May. 4, 2024

    Tombstone Camp on Forest Road 687

    Felt like camping on desert safari

    Moderately rough road out for non 4x4 vehicle road, but fine going slow. Good spots off the road, fairly private and not too many other campers nearby. Lots of animals nearby very loud waking up and ants on the ground, we were glad we were in a roof tent not on the ground.

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Stampede RV Park
    Apr. 27, 2024

    Stampede RV Park

    Quaint little RV spot

    The Stampede is the perfect place to stay. It's right next the town so you can walk if you want. It's quiet and feels safe. The grounds are clean, gravel, and even. We enjoyed our stay.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Tombstone Camp on Forest Road 687
    Apr. 12, 2024

    Tombstone Camp on Forest Road 687

    Peaceful and Quiet

    Take Middle March road on left off of highway 80. Campsite is 10 miles on the left. The first .5 miles is paved, the other 9.5 miles is primitive (embedded rock, loose gravel, and about 75%washboard). You’ll cross a few cattle guards and dry river beds. Plenty of camping spots with fire rings.

  • Joel R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Cochise Stronghold
    Mar. 19, 2024

    Cochise Stronghold

    Secluded

    Cochise stronghold campground is a rugged campground in a deep canyon. The canyon was the refuge for the Chiricahua Apache leader, Cochise. This is a National Forest Service campground. There are Eleven campsites and two group campsites. All are shaded by scrub oaks and surrounded by towering rock formations. The sites have picnic tables and grills. There is no water available so bring your own. No electricity or other facilities. There is a bathroom with flush toilets. There are food storage lockers due to bear activities. It is dog friendly (on leash). This campground is a little hard to get to, with several water crossings. I would not recommend attempting to drive without a high clearance vehicle. Sites are first come first served. Limit 6 people per site. $8 per night.

  • Joel R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Bonita Canyon Campground — Chiricahua National Monument
    Mar. 19, 2024

    Bonita Canyon Campground — Chiricahua National Monument

    Quiet and peaceful

    Bonita Canyon Campground at the Chiricahua National Monument is a quiet little campground in a scrub pine forest. Chiricahua National Monument is a “dark sky” park, so there is very little light at night. Bring flashlights but leave lanterns at home! There are 36 sites with picnic tables and grills. There are community water faucets, but all were turned off when we were there. There are bathrooms with flush toilet, but no hookups or showers. Most sites are small and could accommodate tents, a small class C or van campers. 25’ is the max length and 14 days is max stay. The sign said the campground was full but there were empty sites. All sites are reservable through the www.US.gov web site.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sunny Flat Campground
    Mar. 15, 2024

    Sunny Flat Campground

    Great campground, but extremely difficult to get a site

    Beautiful location, but odds of finding an available campsite are almost nil.  FCFS policy.  Have tried several times, never successful.  Similar for Stewart Campground nearby, these are the only ones open in winter.  Be prepared for alternatives.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Rusty's RV Ranch
    Mar. 15, 2024

    Rusty's RV Ranch

    Well-run and good location

    Rusty runs a tight ship, and the state of the campground reflects that.  All services work properly and facilities are neat and clean.  Price is $35 per night and absolutely no refunds are given for any reason (you sign a separate agreement to that effect).

  • Bill R.
    Camper-submitted photo from Bonita Canyon Campground — Chiricahua National Monument
    Feb. 24, 2024

    Bonita Canyon Campground — Chiricahua National Monument

    Old school CCC built campground in an out of the way location

    We've stayed here a number of times, always in March. Very nice, quiet campground in a wooded canyon with a small stream running right through the CG. There are 25 sites, mostly smallish, better suited for small rvs/trailers or tents. Not enough room for very rigs in here. 

    Water spigots are scattered throughout, 1 restroom with flush toilet. Last time we were there they had an issue with water system and had to shut it off and bring in port-a-potties.

    As far as other amenities, there's spotty cell service (at least Verizon) and Wifi at the visitor center not far from the CG. Nearest services and dump station are in Willcox, 37 miles away. There's also a gas station/convenience store at a place called the Mustang Mall (it's not a mall in the usual sense), 29 miles west of Bonita.

    A number of good hiking trails, mostly up on top at Massai Point with a few additional trails starting at the CG. Our favorite is Echo Canyon to the Visitor Cntr.

    One important note: Ground fires are not allowed (at least as of 2023), which means you can have one in the above ground little BBQ grill or you have to have your own fire pan to have a wood fire. Speaking of which, no wood is for sale at the Monument nor are you allowed to gather it.

    So, bring everything you need!!

  • Dean E.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from West Hunt Road
    Feb. 21, 2024

    West Hunt Road

    By Cochise Stronghold trailhead

    Road in is bad but not horrible. Lots of sites and many open on Wednesday in late February. Great views and clean. 1.5 miles to campground and trailhead.

  • Mary & Ed M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Desert Oasis Campground
    Feb. 20, 2024

    Desert Oasis Campground

    Great campground

    Met up with traveling family for a week of visiting and exploring the area. Was last minute gathering and owner, James made it work . Two big rigs and a campervan. Beautiful views. Conveniently located to many attractions. Definitely recommend this campground. Owner and staff very friendly.

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Camp Site 001 Dispersed Site
    Jan. 26, 2024

    Camp Site 001 Dispersed Site

    Dragoon Mtns

    The road up was a little rough and slippery, in some places. It had rained a few days before. I was fine without 4x4, but did slide in a few places. If you’re looking for peace and quiet with spectacular views and a lot of outdoor activities available, you will love it. Bring water, etc… it’s always to town. T-mobile cell good enough to stream.

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from West Turkey Creek Dispersed
    Jan. 10, 2024

    West Turkey Creek Dispersed

    Gorgeous

    The drive up is beautiful, the road isn’t maintained, but in pretty good condition. I stopped right after the cattle guard. There is another site going up about .5 mile in the left. Couldn’t see good enough in the dark. The creek was flowing and quite a few animals at dawn and dusk. Not a lot of traffic, and a trail right up the road to hike or follow the creek. The last campers left it so nice I was able to add decorations.

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Whitewater Draw WMA
    Jan. 10, 2024

    Whitewater Draw WMA

    Trailhead parking lot

    This would be a good overbite spot. There’s just a parking lot with a few spots and an overload lot. There were quite a few people already there. Big enough to turn around.

  • Mary B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Happy Camp Trail
    Dec. 27, 2023

    Happy Camp Trail

    Serene Dispersed Camping Location

    A beautiful, serene location not too far from I-10 and Fort Bowie. We arrived at around 10pm in our Sprinter van and found a quiet location. The campsites are far apart and you travel on compacted dirt road to get there. The father you go, the more space you have. It will be quite bumpy if you do not have an AWD or 4x4.



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