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Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Congress, AZ

608 Reviews

Ghost Town Road BLM Camping provides free dispersed camping areas that welcome pets, with multiple spots spread out for privacy. Campers can find numerous secluded sites with enough space to accommodate both tents and RVs. No facilities are available at this primitive camping area, so visitors must pack in all supplies and pack out all waste. Nearby North Ranch offers full hookup sites for those needing amenities while traveling with pets, including electric, water, sewer, showers, and toilets. Sophie's Flat Trailhead allows pets and provides vault toilets, while Desert Cypress Mobile Home & RV Park features pet-friendly RV sites with full hookups and clean facilities. The camping area is fairly large with many winding roads leading to private spots between desert vegetation.

Campers with pets should watch for coyotes in the Ghost Town Road area, as mentioned by previous visitors. The terrain consists primarily of hard sand with multiple dirt roads leading to campsites among desert vegetation and cacti. Cell service varies throughout the area, with Verizon showing 2-3 bars in most locations, though signal strength can diminish in the evenings. Congress offers basic supplies, with a Family Dollar within walking distance of some camping areas and water available for purchase at the local U-Haul. For more substantial resupply, Wickenburg (approximately 15 minutes away) provides laundry facilities, dump stations, water fill, and grocery shopping at Safeway, making it a convenient hub for longer stays with pets.

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Congress, Arizona (87)

    1. Ghost Town Road BLM Camping

    10 Reviews
    Congress, AZ
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (623) 580-5500

    "Off road trails that can also be used for running/hiking. Numerous sites the further back you go. Some need higher clearance to get to. Water for .25 a gallon at the Uhaul in town."

    "The road is a little bumpy, but it’s a very short drive to the first pull off. There is a cemetery on the same road, but you can easily camp a decent amount away from it."

    2. North Ranch

    6 Reviews
    Congress, AZ
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (928) 427-3657

    "We had a spot quite close to the entrance, so it was a bit loud in the morning with the garbage truck and train, but nothing extreme."

    3. Ghost Town Road Camp

    2 Reviews
    Congress, AZ
    2 miles

    "Can't speak to other sites but mine had some broken glass and shell casings scattered around. Was pretty quiet though. Road in was good but looks like it could be slippery when wet."

    4. Kmj Rentals

    1 Review
    Congress, AZ
    0 miles
    +1 (928) 460-0620

    $15 / night

    "Sites are level and graveled. 15 minutes away from the Granite Mountain IHC Memorial! Give them a try and leave some reviews!"

    5. Constellation Park

    7 Reviews
    Wickenburg, AZ
    15 miles
    Website

    $10 / night

    "Close to town and close to fun attractions such as the rodeo or box canyon wash!"

    "Around 30 sites. Not “8” like the website read. Definitely not a place you stay more than one night though."

    6. Desert Cypress Mobile Home & RV Park

    2 Reviews
    Wickenburg, AZ
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (928) 684-2153

    "Stopped by to spend a day looking around Wickenburg. Level gravel sites with a concrete patio. FHU, pool, showers in the bath house. Easy in and back on the highway. Would stay here again."

    7. White Spar Campground

    41 Reviews
    Prescott, AZ
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (877) 444-6777

    $18 - $36 / night

    "This was not necessarily true of the other loops that we heard in the distance."

    "Prescott, Arizona. Nice sites, 3 of which are first come first serve. We got one of those. Wooded area with drinking water pumps scattered about, trash receptacles, and toilets."

    8. Sophie's Flat Trailhead

    1 Review
    Wickenburg, AZ
    14 miles

    9. Aztec Village RV Park

    1 Review
    Wickenburg, AZ
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (928) 684-2481

    10. Horspitality RV Resort

    1 Review
    Wickenburg, AZ
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (928) 684-2519

    $55 - $66 / night

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  • Laura M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 26, 2021

    North Ranch

    Good for One Night

    North Ranch is an Escapees RV park with large gravel lot and closely spaced sites. Full hook up with only 30 amp available. There is also another area for dry camping. This is a good place if just passing through and need to do some laundry and dump and fill and take a nice long shower. The sites are fairly close as most RV parks are, clean flat gravel sites. Nothing special but nothing much to complain about either.

    Road noise was constant as was ATV use as many of the campers had them. Covid restrictions in place and a mask is required.

    Amenities: 

    2 laundry areas with washer dryers for$1.25/each open 24/7 

    Dog walk and fenced in dog park near the main road 

    Showers Cactus garden walking area- very beautiful and well care for 

    Propane on site 

    Recycling bin- mixed recycling accepted 

    Garbage dumpster 

    Dump station(was closed when we were there) 

    Exercise room 

    Back in sites are$23 for escapee members and$28 for non members. Pull through sites are a few dollars more. 

    Weak Verizon and AT&T with occasional streaming if you don’t mind waiting for buffering.

  • CrookedSnake The Dyrt PRO User
    Dec. 24, 2019

    Old Airstrip Camping & Staging Area

    Cactus Forest!

    Free. Wide open space, an abandoned air strip. Really cool cactus variations all around, you can hear coyotes. And there are wild burros in the area you can def hear them and during the week it's likely you will see them! It is popular for ATVs and such, so it can get a bit noisy, and it apparently gets pretty packed over the weekend. But empty during the week. About 30 minutes away from town. Though there are a few paid campsites in the area. Not sure what the stay limit is, probably 14 days. All the cacti so close is a bit hazardous for pets and small children, my dog already got spines in her paws.

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 15, 2025

    White Tank Mountain Regional Park

    Couple nights while visiting area

    We stayed at the Willow Campground for two nights while visiting family and friends in the Surprise area. Hiked the Waterfall and Black Loop Trail for a little exercise as well. Didn’t do any others as our dog had an encounter with a stray cholla ball. This would be the only concern for those traveling with pets. There are quite a few lose even along trails. Other than that the facilities are clean and well kept. Fresh water and showers are available.

  • Jordan H.
    Feb. 13, 2020

    Burro Creek Campground

    Nice Desert Getaway

    Located in a canyon next to Burro Creek. The campground is first come first serve with about 30 spots. Multiple clean bathrooms and trash bins through out the camp. Not too far from the creek which you can hear running at night. Be prepared for rocky terrain to get to the creek. Pets allowed. About 12 miles south of the small town Wikieup where we went for dinner one night, but not much to do in town. Overall a nice desert campsite about a mile from the highway.

  • W
    Feb. 6, 2024

    Saddle Mountain BLM (Tonopah, AZ)

    Great camping site

    Saddle Mountain is fun to hike but strenuous. The area is quiet and easy to get to. RV and pet friendly.

  • Fawn C.
    Aug. 19, 2018

    Point of Rocks RV Campground

    family friendly close to lake

    nice full hook up sites. sites are flat and pretty level with a picnic table. it’s big rig friendly. we camped in a class c 33ft. Watson lake is a 10-15 hike. campground was bathrooms and showers, very clean. there are pet restrictions only certain breed of big allowed. they have a nice little shop at the entry and every thing is sold at cost. bottle of water .75.

  • Justin M.
    Apr. 23, 2023

    Maricopa County Park Lake Pleasant

    Enjoyable time

    Camped 5 nights at the desert tortoise campground in my NoBo travel trailer. Semi developed so no hook ups. Bathrooms were clean and the area was well kept. The spot includes a ramada with picnic table. There is also a fire ring pit w/ grill which you’ll need to bring firewood for. I fished off the shoreline which was only a few hundred feet from my spot. The spots are relatively close to each other and tent camping is also allowed. Water is clear and very nice. Wild donkeys from old miners back in the day still roam around. They are very accustomed to humans so won’t hesitate to steal food. Definitely something to watch pets around as well.

  • Courtesy Reviews ..
    Feb. 16, 2020

    Pioneer RV Resort 55+

    Out ran a winter storm and stumbled upon this gem!

    Great place for some R&R! While out-running a winter storm in Northern Arizona we headed South. Traveling through the Phoenix area we thought it would be hard to find a GOOD, CLEAN and AFFORDABLE place to stay since it was during the winter holidays. We lucked out when we happened upon this gem. The resort was safe, clean, had great amenities, and the staff were great.

    -- AND THEY HAD GREAT PRICES! --

    It did seem the pull-thru sites were a bit tight. However, we stayed in one of the standard RV spaces. So, we can't confirm that they actually are tight, it just appeared that way.

    We did not have a picnic table at our site. (It does not appear that there are tables at any of the sites.) But there was plenty of room between rigs to park a vehicle -and- set up our own tables and chairs.

    There is a shooting range near by. People and pets with issues hearing gun/rifle shots during the day should be aware, you -can- hear the shots being fired. It's not deafening, not loud at all, in our humble opinion. You just know there's shots being fired.

    At the time of this review you can save even more money because they provide AAA and Good Sam discounts!

    If you're looking for a nice, clean, FRIENDLY, resort with amazing prices, Pioneer RV Resort is the place!

    -- WE WILL STAY THERE AGAIN. --

    (Our apologies for lack of more pictures, it was pouring rain during our stay. However, we will say that the pictures on their website are indeed representative of the resort, amenities, and cleanliness.)

  • P
    Jul. 27, 2020

    Alamo Lake State Park Campground

    Hot and isolated

    Alamo state park wasn’t all that bad. Due to the virus and our sons upcoming surgery plus several parks and lake being closed this was the only option. The wild burros are a very neat site and great to watch! The lake unfortunately was experiencing a blue green algae bloom 🤢 Park rangers advised to NOT let pets or small children in the water. And fishing was also a bust due to water conditions. Our trip was the end of May so we did experience 110° during our weekend stay. We used the Choilla camp ground (C12) nice pull through spot with water & 30amp and was big enough to accommodate a second vehicle with our Jetskis.

    Over all we were happy with our stay and would recommend / plan to visit again in fall or spring when the temps are cooler

Guide to Congress

Discovering pet-friendly camping options near Congress, Arizona, opens up a world of adventure for you and your furry companions. With a variety of well-reviewed spots, you can enjoy the great outdoors without leaving your pets behind.

Pet-friendly campgrounds include Ghost Town Road BLM Camping

  • At Ghost Town Road BLM Camping, pets are welcome, allowing you to explore the stunning desert landscape together.
  • This campground features easy access for trailers and RVs, making it convenient for pet owners traveling with larger vehicles.
  • Enjoy spectacular views and beautiful sunsets while your pets roam freely in the spacious areas.

Dog owners appreciate Constellation Park

  • Constellation Park offers a clean and quiet environment, perfect for families with pets looking for a peaceful getaway.
  • With ample space for walking and exploring, your dog can enjoy the outdoors while you relax by the fire pit.
  • The park is conveniently located near town, making it easy to stock up on supplies for both you and your pet.

Tips for camping with dogs near Congress

  • When visiting North Ranch, ensure your dog is comfortable with the close quarters, as sites can be closely spaced.
  • Bring plenty of water and snacks for your pet, especially since some campgrounds, like Desert Cypress Mobile Home & RV Park, may not allow campfires.
  • Always keep your dog on a leash and clean up after them to maintain the natural beauty of the area and ensure a pleasant experience for all campers.

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