Whether you're an RVer or tent camper, Coconino National Forest, AZ is a great place to post up for the weekend—or longer. Discover secluded campsites where you can reconnect with nature. Or maybe you like to bring your family and friends along. Either way, there are Coconino National Forest campgrounds just for you. You're sure to find the perfect campground for your Coconino National Forest camping trip.
"These three roads all connect along the edge with campsites along the way, but I would recommend for low clearance vehicles to keep on the furthermost"
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Pumphouse Wash is a dispersed area with over 80 individual sites in 4 different loops."
"A great bare essentials campsite with nice distant views of Flagstaff and open sky at night."
"The higher campsite is worth the extra 10 minutes on the gravel road."
"At the start of the camping season in Spring the campsites are clean, but become more littered as the season progresses."
"No views from the campsite but the outlook was a short walk away."
"Dirt road to a couple campsites."
"However, if you go further down the road within a couple miles there are more secluded spots with fire rings where people set up and stay awhile"
"If it is too full by chance, keep driving, there’s many other sites not listed on here that are also dispersed just down the road."
"The Arizona Trail goes through this area. I went pretty fast around the lake and there is no one near me."
GuideThis was our first time boondocking in the forest of Williams, AZ. A friend told us about the free dispersed camping along Dog Town Rd. which is only about 5 miles outside of the cute town of Williams. There are many spots available to boondocks amidst the cool pines and forest. Tent camping, RV's, 4x4s, were everywhere. We give this area 4 stars only because recent logging in the area left some areas with ugly burn piles and stacks of burned wood. Otherwise, it was a great location.
Close to the Grand Canyon, Bearizona, Route 66, Dog Town Lake, Coleman Lake, Flagstaff, Lava Tubes Cave, Deer Park
ScoutAs of May 1, 2023 the Coconino National Forest Service has closed down many dispersed camping areas around the city of Flagstaff. This area is included in that. You can still drive off-road and explore during the day when the Walnut Canyon National Monument is open, but no camping and no camp fires are allowed.
TravelerI was very skeptical about visiting this campsite at first, because I felt the information that I could find online was minimal. After visiting, however, I would definitely recommend this campsite to anyone. It was spacious enough to spread out from other campers. It was lovely to be right in the middle of the forest. I'd recommend driving further in to be away from the noise of the highway. I saw some reviews saying the gate was closed, but it was open when we were there in July 2022. Important things to note: This campground is located in the Coconino National Forest, please follow their rules and fire restrictions. No reservations are necessary for this campground. We found service to be a little spotty, but not impossible. Dogs are allowed. The turn in was pretty subtle, so definitely keep an eye out for it and use Google Maps over Apple Maps, because Apple Maps has no idea where this site is! All in all, I would visit again!
ScoutThis is a good dispersed camping spot with lots of sites and vegetation to keep you hidden. Flat level terrain.
TravelerJust a nice dispersed camping spot, easy access off the main road, and not too far out of Sedona. Loved this spot!
GuideNice dispersed camping spot just off the AZT. Plenty of room and nice spots, flat with awesome views north of the San Francisco Peaks.
TravelerCorroborate the most recent reviews. Giving it a 3 becuz we've had such gr8 times there and last time showed up at nite to discover all the spread out dispersed sites were now mining claims but we stayed anyway. Not all the sites have signs stating (as of Aug 22) the mining claim, but are blocked off by rocks. Def a hassle to park so far away from where u would wanna camp. Obvs ur own discretion. Did prompt some reading on mining claims on federal land blm land and it seems pretty screwed. Jus the thought they might be destroying this beautiful location for whatever mining purpose, also not good cuz it's so close to ancient cliff dwellings. Truly still wildin in the west when it comes to mining.
TravelerThis was one of the quickest and easiest dispersed camping spots I've set up in. In the morning, it's super easy to get back onto the road, hit the trails, or head into Flagstaff.
GuideWhat an awesome area with an endless amount of spots to set up camp at. Like others my wife and I drove way past the turn to the dispersed camping area and made our way down to the water. But like Boss Ross always said, that turned out to be a happy mistake because it was so beautiful down there. We felt like we were in Colorado. We went to the end and turned around and ended up finding a camping spot in a very secluded area that over looked the cliff. Also, I did not know the Arizona Trail goes right through this area. RAD!! Over all, an epic spot and we will be back. Next time we will try and find that overlook spot of the view of the reservoir.
Discover the beauty of dispersed camping near Coconino National Forest in Arizona, where you can immerse yourself in nature without the constraints of traditional campgrounds. This area offers a variety of spots that cater to different camping styles, from serene lakeside retreats to rugged mountain views.
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