Top Tent Camping near Ganado, AZ
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Best Tent Sites Near Ganado, AZ (6)
1. Petrified Forest National Park Dispersed Camping
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5. South Shore Campground
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Recent Tent Reviews In Ganado
94 Reviews of 6 Ganado Campgrounds
Jan P.
Scout
LunaGaia Nomadic Village
Neat community vibe, off the beaten track, re-inventing community!
Gorgeous place, beautiful landscape (awesome sunsets and sunrises), very welcoming hosts and a real sense of community.
This is NOT your ordinary campground.
Some sites with electrical hookups...
less expensive... quieter...
Not far from the petrified forest.
Short dirt road travel off I-40.
- DDaniel K.
Traveler
Cottonwood Campground
Early October & mostly empty!
Plenty of spaces and happy to get one with shade on my camper. $20, no pass discounts. Reasonably clean, fairly quiet. No complaints
- CChristine Z.Traveler
Cottonwood Campground
Quiet shady and clean
This is a great central location to both the north and south canyon road. Self pay at the entrance, $20 a night no services. The park was quiet, well treed and clean. A number of bathrooms, older but clean and well stocked. Lots of garbage pails. Dump station easy to access with working black tank sprayer. Park was 1/3 full by the evening.
- Geoff S.Scout
Spider Rock Campground
Not reaaly good...
Juste pour vous partager ma mésaventure(Mieux vautêtre averti pouréviter les mêmes erreurs;)) 2 points importants: 1- L'indien Howard Smith(qui ne ressemble plusà la photo de son site depuis de nombreuses années) n'accepte les paiements que sur place en cash- Donc si vousêtes contacter avant, ce sont des pirates! Il est au courant, cela lui arrive régulièrement, mais il considère que c'est pas de sa faute, surtout qu'on est européens, et que les pirates sont tous desétrangers... 2- Hogan- C'est une aventure en soit unique. Mais si je ne pensais pas avoir payer d'avance, j'aurais fait demi-tour. Un lit de camps, une petite planche sur des parpaings avec un matelas qui dépasse... Rien de bon pour passer une bonne nuit en soit! J'ai regretté de ne pas dormir dans ma tente au final. Sachant qu'onétait 6 et qu'on l'avait dit, On peut dormirà l'aise sur ces matelas tachéà 3, pas plus... Les toilettes sont des toilettes de camping car. Le camping en lui même est idéalement situés et les camping car sont donc surement content du séjour.
- GGerald P.Traveler
Spider Rock Campground
Great Cottonwood trees
Beautiful grove of trees. Maintenance people apparently not allowed to clean up bugs in bathrooms. Floodlights at night a bit bright.
Thomas P.TravelerCottonwood Campground
Great campground for tent
We came on a Sunday in July and there were only 2 other campers there. Very quiet, the only thing missing was electric outlets that only worked in 1 of the 3 restrooms, but that wasn’t an issue. Great place to camp if you plan to visit canyon de Chelly
Glen C.Traveler
USA RV Park
Clean, organized, and reasonably priced
Needed an overnight stay along Interstate 40 in New Mexico. Check-in was quick and easy, the sites are arranged so that RV doors are not facing the neighbor's sewage pipe, which is something I always appreciate. Most of the sites are pull-through. The park is well laid out and covered with an attractive reddish-brown gravel. The facilities were clean, the staff was pleasant. The park felt safe though the neighborhood around it is economically distressed. The park is family friendly; there is a dog-park, a nice pool, and attractive common area near the office with tables and statuary with a cute bear theme. The only negatives are not under the control of the park: trains pass by frequently day and night, and in the evening the mosquitos are voracious. My wife and I agree that we would return here.
Casey M.
GuideUSA RV Park
AMAZIN
This was an amazing place. Super family friendly. Amazingly helpful staff. I forgot my airpump for the bed and they gave me one they had so I could use it. Truly nice people.
- CCallie B.Scout
LunaGaia Nomadic Village
Super close to petrified forest!
A little hard to find but Janet was so helpful! There’s a shower and a communal cooking space and tons of options for camping. There’s not really designated camp spots, so pretty bare bones, but you can’t beat the price.
- FFrancois T.Guide
Spider Rock Campground
Nice Rustic Campground
We trully enjoyed our stay. Close to the sights. The campground is a little rough along the edges but the sites are great. There is a great hiking trail that starts at the campground and goes to the canyon. Howard the owner is very friendly and a wealth of information.
- DDawn B.Traveler
Cottonwood Campground
All you can ask for and only $20
Paved roads and pads, picnic tables, picnic fire pits, flush bathrooms, water and sewer (1 per loop), all in a beautifully trees setting. Birds singing. Conveniently located near the visitor’s centre and at the halfway point where you choose the north or south scenic drive.
Angela C.
RangerUSA RV Park
Decent place to overnight
We were able to make a same day reservation and the staff were very nice. Someone was in our spot and they quickly got us into a new (and better) spot. The spots are pull-through, gravel, and very close to one another. It was extremely busy when we stayed probably because the location is good and there aren’t many options in the area so there was a bit of a parking lot feel. The pool and barbecue place weren’t open when we went, but the store was open till 8 and had the basics (I didn’t use the laundromat or bathrooms). The cost with our discount was around $40 - we felt like it got the job done and would certainly stay again if we were passing through Gallup and needed a place to camp.
Doug C.ScoutLunaGaia Nomadic Village
Not what we had thought …
We actually didn’t stay as it just felt uncomfortable. Unfortunately Janet was not there and while we spoke on the phone, the person who was to greet us was not there. No signage at all which would have been helpful. The area is somewhat unkempt - the few rigs there were in rough shape and looked as though they had been there for a while. Sites were not obvious. An old wrecked car is near the site. We were just kind of creeped out so didn’t stay.
Kelley K.ScoutLunaGaia Nomadic Village
Beautiful, simple, everything we needed
Very laid back. Nothing fancy but everything you need. Community space with kitchen and bathroom. Plenty of space to privately disperse camp among the Junipers. Spots with electric too. Janet is an amazing host.
- WWes K.Scout
LunaGaia Nomadic Village
Peaceful
Wonderful property.
Dennis P.GuideCottonwood Campground
Beautiful in fall colors
Near the entrance to Canyon de Chelly Nat'l. Monument, it was ablaze with fall colors. Nice toilet facilities and spacious sites fairly far apart. No hook-ups so I couldn't give it 5 stars, but even then it was within walking distance to a restaurant at a quaint lodge.
Catherine S.TravelerCottonwood Campground
Reliable camping close to Canyon de Chelly
Well-spaced sites under gorgeous cottonwood trees in bright yellow fall foliage (beware if allergic!). Basic services as listed, except no internet that we could find. Verizon = 3 bars. Ranger told me he's never seen the campground fill up. Great staging location for both North Rim and South Rim exploration. Private homes surround the park, fairly close. Stray dogs come around but were not aggressive. $20 for camper van.
- Berton M.
LegendSpider Rock Campground
Basic Campground Close to Spider Rock
Basic campground run by a local with various sized campsite. There's a pit toilet. Nothing around the area and about 10 miles from town.
- GGinger B.Scout
USA RV Park
Nice place, quiet and clean
Got in late and they waited for me to arrive. Friendly, staff, well maintained sites, good value.
Jamie T.TravelerLunaGaia Nomadic Village
Awesome place!
For our first place ever, this is a really great place. Janet was awesome and the places off grid, but only 5 minutes from the interstate. She was very helpful and we love it. Our dog also loves all the free reigns running. He can do, thank you, Janet for an awesome day.
- Jamie T.Traveler
LunaGaia Nomadic Village
Super awesome Vibe
We just got here and it's amazing and semi offgrid but really close to highway. Janet is amazing and an awesome friendly host. This is our first actual camp site as we were running propane from VA to CA AND VISE VERSA.
- Jeremy A.Ranger
Petrified Forest National Park Dispersed Camping
You deserve a break, turn off the interstate and tune into the Painted Desert.
Backcountry Backpacking only. Get your free permit. Whatever you pack out the minimum half mile from your car is what you have, the desert supplies the rest.Be prepared for the high desert and you’ll enjoy it.
See the night sky stars, a very wary herd of pronghorn antelope, the Triassic Chinle Formation that gives the Painted Desert its name, Route 66, Pteroglyphs, Puebloan Civilization sites, and one of the largest deposits of Petrified wood on earth.
- KKarenTraveler
LunaGaia Nomadic Village
Luna Gia
4 travelers, SUV, Ram Van, minivan pulling a 6x12 and one very big 5th wheel. All self contained. No problem in. No problem finding a spot with enough space for all 4.
Yes development is somewhat primitive but it is a work in progress.
Based on my view couldn't find a better spot in the area.
- JJeni D.Traveler
Cottonwood Campground
Canyon de Chelly campground
Slightly run down campground with clean bathrooms, flush toilets, no showers, no hookups. Dump station with water fill. The dispersed water fills not working. Close to visitor center but no views from campsite. Good shade trees. No problem getting site around 4:30p on a Thursday in May.
- sshane S.Traveler
LunaGaia Nomadic Village
Rustic and quiet.
Janet is developing the area so it’s not perfect yet but her hospitality more than makes up for it. The location is great for visiting the painted desert and petrified forest parks. There is little to choose from in this area and the price made it perfect for us. A bit of dirt road to get there but this is the Dyrt, right? I would stay there again.
- EEd P.Scout
LunaGaia Nomadic Village
Our first stay at this LunaGaia
We came at night and was not easy to navigate. Once we were led in, had a nice, peaceful, quiet stay. Very nice host, Janet, and another guest. This location is primarily for small vehicles, tent, camping, van camping. At this time nothing much larger than 30 feet. All in all a good night and a great view.
- Aaron Craig S.Scout
LunaGaia Nomadic Village
Absolutely AMAZING
Janet was super nice and easy going. The property was beautiful and she let us drive through the property and camp anywhere we wanted. We ended up putting our pop up in a field surrounded by small trees and building a small fire pit. Super private, $10 was a steal and we couldn’t have found a better spot around the Petrified Forest! Thanks Janet, you rock!
Guide to Ganado
Camping near Ganado, Arizona, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and unique experiences. Whether you're in a tent or an RV, there are plenty of options to enjoy the great outdoors.
What to do
- Explore Canyon de Chelly National Monument: This stunning area features breathtaking views and hiking trails. One camper mentioned, "Great place to camp if you plan to visit Canyon de Chelly," highlighting its proximity to the park.
- Visit the Petrified Forest National Park: Just a short drive away, this park is famous for its ancient trees turned to stone. A review noted, "The Petrified Forest is NOT a bunch of rocks laying around... awe-inspiring views and colors that will blow you away."
- Hike the trails: Many campgrounds, like Cottonwood Campground, offer access to scenic trails. One visitor said, "There is a great hiking trail that starts at the campground and goes to the canyon."
What campers like
- Clean facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A review for USA RV Park stated, "The facilities were clean, and the staff was pleasant."
- Friendly staff: Many visitors mention the helpfulness of campground staff. One camper at LunaGaia Nomadic Village said, "Janet was so helpful!"
- Spacious sites: Campers enjoy having room to spread out. A review for Quaking Aspen Campground noted, "Camp sites are nicely spaced, plenty of shade under the pines."
What you should know
- Limited amenities: Some campgrounds, like Cottonwood Campground, do not have electric hookups or showers. A camper mentioned, "No hook-ups so I couldn't give it 5 stars."
- Weather considerations: Be prepared for sudden weather changes. One camper at Six Mile Canyon - Dispersed Camping said, "I’m actually stuck here... the rain washed out the road."
- Wildlife encounters: Campers should be aware of local wildlife. A review for Canyon de Chelly National Monument mentioned, "Stray dogs come around but were not aggressive."
Tips for camping with families
- Family-friendly amenities: Look for campgrounds with pools and play areas. One review for USA RV Park highlighted, "The park is family-friendly; there is a dog park, a nice pool."
- Plan for activities: Bring games and outdoor activities to keep kids entertained. A camper at Red Rock Park & Campground suggested, "If you have the time, do explore some beauty in those rocks!"
- Safety first: Always keep an eye on children, especially near water or hiking trails. A review for Spider Rock Campground mentioned, "The campground is a little rough along the edges but the sites are great."
Tips from RVers
- Check site sizes: Make sure your RV fits the campground's site dimensions. A review for OK RV Park noted, "They took us to our site and it was huge."
- Use reservations wisely: Some campgrounds require reservations, so plan ahead. A camper at Red Rock Park & Campground mentioned, "The reservation website can be a little confusing."
- Be prepared for rough roads: Some campgrounds have bumpy access roads. A review for Six Mile Canyon - Dispersed Camping stated, "You will probably need 4WD in that case too."
Camping near Ganado, Arizona, offers a unique blend of natural beauty and outdoor adventure. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly spot or a quiet retreat, there's something for everyone in this area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular tent campsite near Ganado, AZ?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Ganado, AZ is Petrified Forest National Park Dispersed Camping with a 4.7-star rating from 7 reviews.
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