Join the fun near Elgin. With tons of outdoor activities and scenic camping, this is an excellent vacation spot for all kinds of travelers. Elgin is filled with the activities, sights, and experiences to make everyone in your crew a happy camper. Find the best campgrounds near Elgin, AZ. Read reviews from campers like you and find your perfect campsite.
$30 - $99 / night
"-Kartchner Cave is walking distance with a great observation center even if you don’t take a tour into the caves. -Couple stores within 20miles for any forgotten items."
"Nice that the trailheads are just a few min walk from the campgrounds. The foothills loop is easy and takes you all around the area without being too challenging."
"We camped just past the cieneguita sites tucked back in the mesquite thicket."
"Great space to walk the dogs around here. It’s gets a little windy at times and the cows can make a racket every so often, but we really like it here."
$25 / night
"With my 42ft trailer I had no problem getting around. 25min away from Tombstone."
"Close to the highway but not too noisy. The campground is clean and well maintained. Very affordable!"
$25 - $119 / night
"Right next to the Mexican border. Gorgeous park with sites on the water. Park is clean, with exceptional restrooms. Boat rides are offered on the weekends."
"Most sites have a lake view. Seems like Arizona takes good care of her parks. Lots to do in the area."
$40 - $50 / night
"Loads of wineries and hiking trails are a short drive away."
"There were horse trails all around and you can bring your horses too. Dog friendly, and the owners were available if needed.
Come for the stars,if nothing else."
"Easy drive in on partially washboarded flat gravel road (E Yucca Farm Rd). The dirt road into Road Canyon is manageable, just drive with caution. Area is wide open and quiet with multiple spots."
"Most widely dispersed… though you could have people 30-40 yards away if they are jerks… or if they just want someone nearby.
A Ranger stopped by to check me out. Friendly. No issues."
$20 / night
"I had a great time at Parker Canyon Lake, located about an hour from Sonoita, Arizona. The fishing was excellent — the lake is well-stocked, and it’s a peaceful spot to cast a line."
"There is water available but it’s located next to the pit toilets, not at the individual sites.
You can see the lake from the sites, but we had to walk about 1/2 mile to get to the water."
"You’ll see a forest fire prevention sign at the entrance. 4x4 only no trailers. 3 or 4 dispersed sites. Beautiful hike up 4x4 road. Border patrol active. Close to Arizona’s trail trailhead."
"(just outside of the adorable village of Patagonia), you will find a variety of free camping options with no services, just National Forest land available to both RVers and tent campers. "
"It's a higher elevation grassland that makes you feel like you're anywhere but in Arizona. The area is large. Roads are well-kept. It used to be a huge ranch and now it's owned by the BLM."
"Perfect little spot if you're looking for a place to get away from the city has vault toilets also there is water available at the actual empire ranch foundation"
"Great location for Ground Tents, Roof Top Tents, and RVs"
GuideViews of Bisbee, Douglas and Sierra Vista. Lots of open sites when we visited. Much cooler weather than the lower valley.
ScoutA few camps looked 'long term....' but the people all were considerant and to go i to town or the Nat'l park was super close. Were there about two weeks and would go back if in the area. Great place.
TravelerAs others have already mentioned, the road leading to the forest entry is very much a washboard, but other than getting there, the site itself was very beautiful. Many to select from and a lot of privacy. The morning views were very beautiful. Can't wait to do it again.
RangerPark is quiet and gated. there is a common area and a pool and even some pickle ball courts!. Very hot in the summer. next to the "loop" for hiking, biking or walking dogs.
RangerUpon arrival, this park is absolutely gorgeous. Check-in was swift and easy, and we were escorted to our site by a friendly staff member. Although the park is big rig friendly, we found the turn into the row very tight for our 37ft 5th wheel and long tow vehicle (about 55ft total rig length). Once in the proper row, the turn into the pull through sites is easy.
Full hookups were all working smoothly, and although we did not use any of the facilities, they all looked beautiful and clean. The dog park on the far end was absolutely spotless. The lighting around the campground at night was charming and appreciated. Our site had a tree with a picnic table under it.
We were only a few minutes drive away from all the best attractions Tombstone has to offer, but the location is quiet and away from all the commotion.
GuideVery cool spot. Walking distance to a lot of what Bieber has to offer. Clean restrooms with shower stalls and laundry. Hosts are super nice. Full hooks ups. I like that it’s in gravel and not dirt. I try to go here every time I’m close.
TravelerGoogle Maps attempted to get us in off Sunset. Big dip in entry road would bottom out most RVs. We then followed directions to take the dirt road across from Casino on Valencia and made it in no problem. Some trash and evidence of full-time living led to 3 stars vs. 4. Nice views of the mountains and close to town for supplies or Casino if you feel compelled to part with some cash.
TravelerThis small, cozy area is very clean and has several great amenities, and can provide private spots or more open areas for groups. Bike shop to repair bicycles and rent them. It is a 3 min ride on bike into town where anything is happening. There are 2 on-site showers. Fire pit to hang out. A kitchen available to all. The site is frequented by hikers and cyclists that tent camp there. There are no hookups, but it can accommodate 24 ft max trailers. The host Mary was wonderful and assisted us with all of our needs. We stayed there over the weekend of May 4th in a 22ft trailer. Weather was great, and we were close enough to do everything we wanted. Also, shout out to the winery queen of cups definitely one of the best tastings I have ever done.
RangerGreat spot. Very flat, can get a size RV in here. Only reason I’m giving 4 stars is there are a few people you can tell live here. Therefore, a little noisy with people coming in/out all day. No gate. Clear road to find. Felt safe.
Camping near Elgin, Arizona, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and unique experiences. Whether you're looking for a quiet getaway or a family-friendly adventure, there are several campgrounds to explore.
Camping near Elgin, Arizona, has something for everyone, from families to seasoned RVers. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Elgin, AZ offers a wide range of camping options, with 167 campgrounds and RV parks near Elgin, AZ and 45 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Elgin, AZ is Kartchner Caverns State Park Campground with a 4.7-star rating from 43 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 45 free dispersed camping spots near Elgin, AZ.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 4 parks near Elgin, AZ that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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