Best Tent Camping near Cochise, AZ

Whether you're an RVer or tent camper, Cochise, AZ is a great place to post up for the weekend—or longer. Cochise is a great camping destination for everyone. There are tons of nearby hikes, adventurous activities, and sights to see. Find the best campgrounds near Cochise, AZ. Read reviews from campers like you and find your perfect campsite.

Best Tent Sites Near Cochise, Arizona (30)

    1. Happy Camp Trail

    22 Reviews
    Bowie, AZ
    27 miles

    "At the entrance you’ll find a vaulted toilet pit and a couple of trash barrels as of the time of this review."

    "Tucked into the boulders near the mountains. Very nice. Another clear moonlit night in southern AZ. I LOVE the desert. All sites are on loose dirt and there are many places for larger rigs."

    2. Cochise Stronghold

    1 Review
    Pearce, AZ
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (520) 388-8300

    "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."

    3. Camp Site 001 Dispersed Site

    1 Review
    Tombstone, AZ
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (520) 364-3468

    "Bring water, etc… it’s always to town. T-mobile cell good enough to stream."

    4. Happy Valley Saddle Campground — Saguaro National Park

    4 Reviews
    Saguaro National Park, AZ
    35 miles
    Website

    $8 / night

    "Happy Valley campground's name can be decieving.. its actually at 6,000' of elevation, 4.6 miles up the Miller Creek trail in the Rincon mountains east of Tucson."

    "It was very secluded and had a nice big bear box and a nice fire ring. I would definitely return! It was a bit chilly in December but slept comfortably."

    5. West Turkey Creek Dispersed

    3 Reviews
    Portal, AZ
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (520) 364-3468

    "Turkey creek flows right next to the campground and offers fantastic hikes along it's banks. There are multiple small waterfalls and pools to splash in."

    "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."

    6. Sycamore Campground

    4 Reviews
    Portal, AZ
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (520) 364-3468

    "Nice, small campground with pit toilets, fire rings and bear boxes. Saw many deer and turkeys in the area."

    "Nice clean bathrooms, picnic tables, fire pit, and bear box. Campgrounds are next to a creek with a trailhead leading to a waterfall, couldn’t ask for more for a free campsite."

    7. Arcadia Campground

    3 Reviews
    Thatcher, AZ
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (928) 428-4150

    $20 / night

    "We recently acquired a roof top tent and we’ve been trying out various campgrounds across the Southwest.

    The drive up scenic highway 366 is worth a trip regardless."

    "Within a 30 mins drive from the nearest town, you can leave 112 degree heat, cactus, and sand to find yourself surrounded by large pine, long mountain hikes & 30 degree difference in temperature!"

    8. General Hitchcock Campground

    7 Reviews
    Willow Canyon, AZ
    48 miles
    Website
    +1 (520) 749-8700

    $10 / night

    "The weather here is 10-15 degrees cooler than the city. This campground is small, with tent sites tucked away between pine trees. A vaulted bathroom is at the center of the parking lot."

    "We camped at site 6, right across from the restrooms. Has some nice boulders to tuck your tent away in, and no really close neighbors."

    9. Manning Camp — Saguaro National Park

    2 Reviews
    Saguaro National Park, AZ
    38 miles
    Website

    "Despite close spaces to camp, it was a lot of fun. It was quiet and people were respectful. Land landscape is amazing and the cactus forests are beautiful."

    10. Round the Mountain Campground

    2 Reviews
    Thatcher, AZ
    39 miles
    Website

    "Each tiny site had a picnic table, fire ring, and bear box. A beautiful creek down the hill from the campground had crystal clear water for filtering and washing up.  "

    "This would be perfect if it wasn’t so close to the road. You get loud traffic noise."

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Tent Camping Reviews near Cochise, AZ

433 Reviews of 30 Cochise Campgrounds



Guide to Cochise

Cochise, Arizona, offers a unique tent camping experience surrounded by stunning landscapes and rich history. Whether you're seeking solitude or adventure, this area has something for every outdoor enthusiast.

Tips for tent camping near Cochise

Local attractions to explore while camping

  • While at Camp Site 001 Dispersed Site, take advantage of the nearby hiking trails that offer spectacular views of the Dragoon Mountains.
  • Visit the historic Fort Bowie after camping at Happy Camp Trail, where you can explore the remnants of the fort and enjoy the surrounding natural beauty.
  • The scenic drive to KOA Campground Benson provides access to local attractions and is a great base for exploring the area.

Activities to enjoy during your stay

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular tent campsite near Cochise, AZ?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Cochise, AZ is Happy Camp Trail with a 4.6-star rating from 22 reviews.

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