Best Tent Camping near Duncan, AZ

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Best Tent Sites Near Duncan, AZ (13)

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121 Reviews of 13 Duncan Campgrounds


  • Teresa T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Silver City RV Park
    Nov. 29, 2024

    Silver City RV Park

    Well maintained town park

    I think the campground is very nice and convenient to downtown. Full hookups, clean bathrooms and for the summer, nice shade. A lot of local tenants but it was quiet and well cared for with just a few spots coming and foing.

  • Christian M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hot Well Dunes Recreation Area
    Nov. 13, 2024

    Hot Well Dunes Recreation Area

    AMAZING

    I have been full timing in my 22 ft travel Trailer for 2.5 years.. this easily is one of my fav spots. Camping is $3a day near the hot wells but outside the recreation area, is all BLM camping. Hot wells right next to our spot were amazing. I just wish they were working all 24 hours a day. The wells are pumped by a solar pump so cloud coverage or night mean the solar pumps aren’t pumping. But they fill up about an hour after sunrise and about an hour after sunset it drains. We were the only ones there for 4 days. It was awesome

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Cottonwood Campground — Roper Lake State Park
    Nov. 7, 2024

    Cottonwood Campground — Roper Lake State Park

    It is a beautiful view of the mountains

    Sadly, there is construction going on in the park right now. It is windy and cold. The sites are pretty private and there are nice picnic table covers. Unfortunately, the dump station is closed for a while.

  • Lisa M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Cottonwood Campground — Roper Lake State Park
    Oct. 31, 2024

    Cottonwood Campground — Roper Lake State Park

    Quiet, well maintained state park

    This is our second time staying here and they have started doing some upgrades to the park. New dump station and some new bathrooms and shower houses. We stayed in the Hacienda loop both times. I like this loop better because it doesn’t seem as crowded as the other loops. Sites are well spaced and level. Nice hiking trails around the lake also where you can fish. Very close to Safford and Thatcher that have a great number of stores.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Marijilda
    May. 26, 2024

    Marijilda

    Fresh Mountain Spring Water

    Not much for camping area, but it’s right on the creek and secluded and quiet. No toilets. No trash. Verizon in and out. 4x4 needed to exit. Road is a couple miles, rough, and one shallow water crossing.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Bear Track Camp Picnic Site
    May. 26, 2024

    Bear Track Camp Picnic Site

    Hardly a campground….

    There are vault toilets there. There is a few places one could pull off for a quick sleep, but not a campground at all. Little further south are places in the trees further off the road on the right hand side .2 and .6 miles down.

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

    Riverview Campground

    Quick Night by the Gila

    The road in turns to dirt for a brief minute, then back to paved. It winds and there are some tight turns. You turn off the pavement to dirt the last 1/4 mile. Wouldn’t take anything over 35’ 5th wheel. $5/night is not bad to have vault toilets, water spigot, picnic tables, river close. Biking trails, horse trails, hike trails, OHV trails all close. There are corrals at the “Host” site. There is a boat ramp 2 miles before the campground. There is one farther up also. Not sure about at the campground. No Verizon signal here.

  • Roger W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Bighorn Campground
    May. 2, 2024

    Bighorn Campground

    Perfect for a One Bight Stopover

    Bighorn, NM: great for stopover., As it is right off the highway (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good

    (71 yr olds in 17’ trailer.)

    Overall Rating: 3 perfect for a stop over Security: no Usage during visit: light Site Privacy: no Site Spacing: OK Pad surface: dirt Outside Road Noise: some highway noise Through Traffic in campground: no Electric Hookup: no Sewer Hookup: no, Dump Station: no, Potable Water Available: no Generators: allowed Bathroom: pit toilet Showers: no Setting: parallel with creek, just off the highway. Solar: great Insects: none during our visit in April. Host: no Sites: along the creek bed, just off the highway.

  • Heather K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Silver City RV Park
    Apr. 20, 2024

    Silver City RV Park

    Great spot for a night or two

    I stayed here for CDT Days. Great location walking distance to everything. There’s a grocery store around the corner. Super quiet. Woke up to the birds chirping away. Priced fairly and would stay here again.

  • Melissa S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Gold Gulch Road
    Mar. 30, 2024

    Gold Gulch Road

    Nice place to pull over for the night

    We came in after dark, but the roads were clear and it was easy to set up. Quiet.

  • Greg R.
    Camper-submitted photo from Silver City RV Park
    Mar. 9, 2024

    Silver City RV Park

    Cute, Smaller Campground - Fairly priced

     This camp ground is conveniently located to Old Town Silver City.

    The staff is friendly, the site was clean and level. The bathrooms and showers were clean as well. They were very fairly priced. I booked for one night but may well stay for two.

     They have a nice laundry facility. It was a quiet enjoyable stay! I would come back again.

  • James P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lordsburg KOA
    Mar. 2, 2024

    Lordsburg KOA

    Nice campground

    Level gravel sites. FHU worked fine; appears to be maintained. Nice staff, well stocked store. Would stay here again.

  • Brodie D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Rose Valley RV Ranch
    Feb. 26, 2024

    Rose Valley RV Ranch

    Nice park in Silver City!

    We liked Rose Valley Ranch and would stay again. We didn’t talk to a soul our entire 3 day stay. We kind of felt isolated which isn’t a bad thing necessarily if you’re not looking for that sort of thing. The sites are huge and feel very private, offering a little fenced in, personal yard at most sites. The bathrooms were very clean and also private feeling. There is only one dumpster and it was very far from our site. Walking around will also involve walking through dirt areas to reach your destination. All in all though it’s a nice, private, roomy park that puts you right near Silver City’s local shops!

  • Justin R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hot Well Dunes Recreation Area
    Jan. 29, 2024

    Hot Well Dunes Recreation Area

    Great Stop

    All the facilities are very clean. $3/night and you have two hot wells to soak in during the day. This is a recreational area for OHVs so expect to hear people having fun on the weekends.

  • 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.

  • Felix G.
    Camper-submitted photo from Ridge Park RV
    Dec. 25, 2023

    Ridge Park RV

    Nickel and dimed to death

    This is a very nice park as far as scenery, the staff which is a husband and wife, are friendly enough. With no offense to anyone else who has written positives on this park, we don't mean to rain on your parade. But the one thing that really threw us back was, is that there are virtually no amenities, that come without a cost, if a person wants to take a shower, let's say for 5 minutes, that cost you$3, for yourself, and three more dollars for your spouse, add that up daily then multiply by weekly and then by monthly. And you can see that that is insane for the cost, and one does not find out about this until you get to the campground and fill out the paperwork and then they let you know this at the last minute, I am a handicap person, and needless to say, I count on Campground showers as there are roomier, and we make sure that we pay more than enough in our stay, so that we can enjoy such. But sadly for the month that we were there between November the 20th to December 20th. There was nothing very pleasurable, about our stay there. On top of that, there is no internet, nor do they have any Commerce with any service that has internet service, even though other RV parks in that region have them. There is no cable either. So basically the only thing that you get is your spot, running water, trash, and Sewer, for 425 per month. Needless to say as a forwarding to anybody, if you plan to travel between that park there and Silver City New Mexico it is approximately 12 miles between the two, but the expence gets up there quik, bth ways if you drive a truck. We camped at Ridge Park RV& Campground in a Travel Trailer.

  • Jake C.The Dyrt ADMIN User
    Camper-submitted photo from Granite Gap Adventure Park
    Nov. 22, 2023

    Granite Gap Adventure Park

    New to the Dyrt!

    Jake from the Dyrt here!  Granite Gap Adventure Park is in a unique part of New Mexico with plenty of awesome natural views to take in.  Check them out and leave a review about your stay on the Dyrt!

  • Jake C.The Dyrt ADMIN User
    Camper-submitted photo from Stagecoach Flats
    Nov. 22, 2023

    Stagecoach Flats

    Camping on Private Raw Land

    Jake from the Dyrt here! Stagecoach flats is a raw land campground where you can choose your own site, with plenty of expansion planned for the future.  Check them out and leave a review about your stay on the Dyrt!

  • Berton M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Happy Camp Trail
    Oct. 30, 2023

    Happy Camp Trail

    Great Boondocking off the I-10

    This is a wonderful place to boondock if you are driving the I-10 or visiting Fort Bowie Nation Historic Park. The dirt road is easily passable for most vehicles. Ver quiet. Decent cell signal with T-Mobile.

  • cThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Alaskan RV Park
    Oct. 22, 2023

    Alaskan RV Park

    Nice spot for an overnight stay

    This place is right off the highway but was still pretty quiet. Everyone there was so nice and friendly. And FHU for $20 a night? You can’t beat that!

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lordsburg KOA
    Oct. 18, 2023

    Lordsburg KOA

    Nice RV Park

    Nice CG for our overnight stay. Plenty of amenities. Guy in the office was very helpful. Level gravel spots, FHUs were in good order. Road noise from I-10 and trains on the Southrn Pacific - not a bother for us. We would stay here again.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Indian Bread Rocks
    Oct. 17, 2023

    Indian Bread Rocks

    Nice dispersed camping area

    Happy Camp Canyon is in fairly good condition. There is a trailhead parking area that is posted as no camping but about 50 yards further down there is a clearing with fire rings. We ended up sharing the spot with some cattle for a while.

  • M
    Camper-submitted photo from Alaskan RV Park
    Oct. 3, 2023

    Alaskan RV Park

    Great place cheap friendly

    The lots are pretty level of the people are really nice. 10 bucks for electric only 24 full hook up cash. It’s right off the freeway.

  • Dawid M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Gold Gulch Road
    Sep. 25, 2023

    Gold Gulch Road

    Safari

    a place like from some safari movie, beautiful sunset, you can see a herd of cows. plenty of room for everyone and an easy route

  • HThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Happy Camp Trail
    Sep. 4, 2023

    Happy Camp Trail

    Great spot for a quick camp spot

    Overall the stay was great. My only complaint would be the bugs that were swarming in the morning. They only swarm certain plants and we happened to be by one so we had bugs EVERYWHERE. But it wasn’t a big deal. We just quickly packed up and went and ate breakfast at the picnic area right down the road and explored the granite rocks for a while.



Guide to Duncan

Tent camping near Duncan, Arizona offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the stunning landscapes and diverse wildlife of the region. With a variety of campgrounds to choose from, you'll find the perfect spot to set up your tent and enjoy the great outdoors.

Tips for tent camping near Duncan

  • For a serene experience, consider the Happy Camp Trail, where you can enjoy spacious sites and beautiful scenery, perfect for those seeking solitude.
  • If you're looking for a spot with easy access, Arcadia Campground is a great choice, featuring clean facilities and a convenient location for exploring nearby hiking trails.
  • Be prepared for a rugged adventure at Marijilda, where you'll find a secluded area right by the creek, but remember to bring your own supplies as there are no amenities.

Tent campers appreciate these amenities

  • Owl Creek Campground offers well-maintained sites with picnic tables and fire rings, making it a comfortable choice for families and groups.
  • At Round the Mountain Campground, you'll find free camping with basic facilities, including pit toilets, perfect for those looking to save on costs while enjoying nature.
  • The Gila Lower Box Canyon provides a unique primitive camping experience, allowing you to camp right by the river and enjoy the lush surroundings.

Tent campers should check out local wildlife

  • Birdwatchers will love the Gila Lower Box Canyon, known for its vibrant bird activity and the chance to spot coatimundis in their natural habitat.
  • The Happy Camp Trail is not only a beautiful camping spot but also a great place to observe local wildlife, including deer and various bird species.
  • At Arcadia Campground, you might encounter deer wandering through the area, adding to the charm of your camping experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Duncan, AZ?

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

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    TheDyrt.com has all 13 tent camping locations near Duncan, AZ, with real photos and reviews from campers.