Best Tent Camping near Glendale, AZ

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Best Tent Sites Near Glendale, AZ (10)

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    1. Boulders OHV Area

    5 Reviews
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    29 Saves
    Wittmann, Arizona
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    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    2. Crown King Area (Horsethief Basin lake)

    7 Reviews
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    89 Saves
    Crown King, Arizona

    Horsethief Basin Recreation Area offers a variety of recreational opportunities including: hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, camping, fishing, and OHV riding. Castle Creek Wilderness is located nearby, and Horsethief Cabin and Turney Gulch Group Campground are available by reservation. Day use sites and trails are open year-round; overnight accomodations are not available during the winter. Scroll down (below the recreation map) to learn more about these recreational opportunities. Note: Until further notice, use of a high-clearance vehicle is recommended for those who plan to visit recreation sites in Horsethief Basin.

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    4. Margies Cove West Campground

    4 Reviews
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    29 Saves
    Gila Bend, Arizona

    Margies Cove West Campround includes day-use parking for ten vehicles, three campsites with picnic tables and steel fire rings, a vault toilet, and informational signage. The campground is adjacent to Margies Cove West Trailhead.

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    5. Hackamore Road Dispersed

    10 Reviews
    8 Photos
    78 Saves
    Apache Junction, Arizona

    Camping on public lands away from developed recreation facilities is referred to as dispersed camping. Most of the remainder of public lands are open to dispersed camping, as long as it does not conflict with other authorized uses or in areas posted "closed to camping," or in some way adversely affects wildlife species or natural resources. Dispersed camping is allowed on public land for a period not to exceed 14 days within a 28 consecutive day period. The 28 day period begins when a camper initially occupies a specific location on public lands. The 14 day limit may be reached either through a number of separate visits or through 14 days of continuous overnight occupation during the 28 day period. After the 14th day of occupation, the camper must move outside of a 25 mile radius of the previous location until the 29th day since the initial occupation. The purpose of this special rule is to prevent damage to sensitive resources caused by continual use of any particular areas. In addition, campers must not leave any personal property unattended for more than 10 days (12 months in Alaska). Campsite Selection Dispersed camp sites are located along most secondary roads and may not be marked. Popular locations can be recognized by the telltale flat disturbed area that has been used as a camp site before. Not all flat spots are sites. If possible, please use existing sites to avoid creating new disturbances. To further protect your public lands, campers must not dispose of any refuse, hazardous materials, sewage, or in any manner pollute the surrounding area.

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    6. Needle Rock Campground

    1 Review
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    16 Saves
    Rio Verde, Arizona

    The beach on the Verde River is generally rocky, but attracts many people during the hot summer months. The area is noted for its unusual rock formations. Nearby is a protected riparian area, the Mesquite Bosque. This popular water recreation area attracts many people trying to escape the Arizona summer heat. The rocky beach area is surrounded by beautiful towering rock formations. Near the recreation site is a fenced unique biological area, a stand of mesquite. Bald Eagles and Great Blue Herons are frequently seen in this vicinity.

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      7. Tonto National Forest Rattlesnake Cove

      1 Review
      9 Saves
      Rio Verde, Arizona

      Rattlesnake Cove provides direct access to Bartlett Reservoir. Rattlesnake Cove has a sloping beach suitable for use in many water recreation activities. This area boasts of beautiful vistas of the desert with mountains in the background. The beach at Rattlesnake Cove is generally gently sloping with gradual change in water depths. Enjoy this primitive area with your friends and family by bringing your own grill and gear.

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        8. Buckeye Hills Regional Park

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        Arlington, Arizona

        THIS PARK IS CLOSED INDEFINITELY AS OF 1/21/2018 As of 1-21-2018, camping is not offered at Buckeye Hills Regional Park. The park will be undergoing a 'master plan' in the future review with camping options being included as an option.

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            10. Pine Mountain Wilderness

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            3 Saves
            Black Canyon City, Arizona

            The southern-most wilderness area on the Prescott National Forest shares a boundary with the Tonto National Forest. Recreational opportunities include: hiking, backpacking, and horse riding. Mechanized equipment of any kind is not allowed in wilderness areas. Trails in the Pine Mountain Wilderness include: Nelson Trail #159 Buck Basin Trail #158 Pine Flat Trail #165 Tule Rim Trail #162 Verde Rim Trail #161 Willow Springs Trail #12 The USFS Wilderness Stewardship brochure explains more about designated Wilderness and how you can become involved in helping care for this precious resource.

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          Recent Tent Reviews in Glendale

          489 Reviews of 10 Glendale Campgrounds


          • DThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Leaf Verde RV Resort
            Nov. 6, 2024

            Leaf Verde RV Resort

            Nice Park

            This is a huge park. 1365 sites. Crammed in pretty tight, but fairly clean and very nice staff. Most of the sites are pull thru so that’s a bonus.

          • Lisa M.
            Camper-submitted photo from Lost Dutchman State Park Campground
            Oct. 31, 2024

            Lost Dutchman State Park Campground

            Amazing view and great hikes

            We only got to stay here one night, but it is very beautiful. At the base of the Superstition mountains, which are awesome. Out of the city, so nice and quiet. All the sites are paved and fairly level. There are many sites that have pull through, electric, and water. The showers were good. Many hiking trails in the area. Would love to stay here a little longer.

          • Becca C.
            Camper-submitted photo from Lost Dutchman State Park Campground
            Sep. 29, 2024

            Lost Dutchman State Park Campground

            SUPERStition Views

            This State Park campground located in the Superstition Mountains is a frequent quick camp spot for me if I don feel like trying to beat the crowds to some favorite local dispersed sites.

            They offer sites with electric and water, and sites for dry camping, along with some cabins and group sites you can reserve. The sites offer as much privacy as one can expect in the desert and are not super close together, except for the site numbers 70+ which are only available in winter typically. There are plenty of hiking trails and activities in the park and nearby. The bathrooms and showers are clean and well maintained, and they even have a small dog “park” for your best pal to run off some energy.

            Favorite things about the park: The views and the wild life. We have seen so many beautiful birds, from quail and owls to roadrunners and vultures, along with several different types of squirrels, lizards, hare, and coyotes.

          • Patricia N.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Lost Dutchman State Park Campground
            Sep. 24, 2024

            Lost Dutchman State Park Campground

            Spectacular views

            If traveling near Phoenix you should make this state campground a number one option.

            The towering superstition mountain range is a beautiful site and while we were there we were able to watch a hiker who was rescued. This hiker was not injured, just afraid to come back down the trail. Guess going up is easier than coming down.

            The site we had had power and water. The showers in the restrooms were not great but something is better than nothing.

          • RThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Boulders OHV Area
            Aug. 24, 2024

            Boulders OHV Area

            Nice and levelled

            We liked it there. Nobody else on Friday night, plenty of space

            The typical rumble strip dirt road to this point but easily doable.

            Service: 1 bar Verizon

          • k
            Camper-submitted photo from Desert Sands RV Park
            Jul. 18, 2024

            Desert Sands RV Park

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          • Caitlin S.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Dispersed camping near Crown King
            Jun. 17, 2024

            Dispersed camping near Crown King

            Gorgeous secluded camping

            Secluded dispersed camping in the woods just outside of the town Crown King. 4x4 is recommended, campsites are not accessible when snowfall has occurred. Beautiful wildlife including deer always nearby.

          • Jim A.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Lost Dutchman State Park Campground
            Jun. 13, 2024

            Lost Dutchman State Park Campground

            Great place to Stay

            Fairly close to our home (30 miles) but we love to do 1-2 nighters here when we have the time.  There is plenty to see around the area.  Park is well maintained.  Spots are close but not too close to each other.  Its a little elevated so the valley views are great.  Gets a little warm during the summer - after all it is AZ.  Theres an old Gold Mine nearby to visit.

          • Jim A.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Saguaro Cove
            Jun. 13, 2024

            Saguaro Cove

            Remote Camping

            Takes a little 4 wheeling to get there or you can access it from the water.  Basic dispersed camping but gets a little warm during the summer months.  Views are nice and its a nice pack it in, pack it out spot.

          • AThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from North Ranch
            Jun. 1, 2024

            North Ranch

            Can’t beat the price, but—

            We stayed Mid May, ghost town, everyone who could had left. All felt kind of desolate.

            RV site had everything water, sewer and electric. Lots of weeds and nothing else.

            Showers adequate, Clubhouse house even sported its own large kitchen! People playing cards in an adjoining room were rude.

            Only necessity could make me return! Paid for 2 nights & LEFT after one.

          • JThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Saddle Mountain BLM (Tonopah, AZ)
            May. 29, 2024

            Saddle Mountain BLM (Tonopah, AZ)

            Quiet and beautiful stop over

            Camped for one night on my way from NM to LA.  Arrived at night and it was easy to find. Awoke to a beautiful sunrise at the foot of the mountains. Great rock hunting too! This will be my regular camping spot form now on when traveling the same route.

          • Caitlin S.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Boulders OHV Area
            May. 15, 2024

            Boulders OHV Area

            Tons of spread out dispersed camp sites

            Miles of desert and washes to explore with tons of dispersed camping sites. Can get busy on holiday or event weekends but worth it otherwise. Some weekends have horse or Dirtbike events. Nearby washes lead to tons of trails near castle hot springs that can lead to various abounded mine sites (including Anderson Mill). Obviously not ideal camping in the summer but GREAT for the fall/winter/spring months.

          • Caitlin S.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Crown King Area (Horsethief Basin lake)
            May. 15, 2024

            Crown King Area (Horsethief Basin lake)

            Gorgeous secluded town for off-roading & camping

            Gorgeous easy dirt road ~27 miles from i17/Bumble bee. (There’s also a much more difficult trail from lake pleasant that requires very experienced off-roading 4x4). Great food and drinks(alcohol) at the crown king saloon and Mimi’s Cafe. There are amazing camping areas just past the main town, and even all the way up near Horsetheif Basin which is about 7 miles past crown king(requires 4x4). There is also an amazing ~30 mile trail from crown king that leads all the way to Prescott called Senator Highway. This also requires experienced 4x4 and like the trail to Horsetheif basin, there are many areas that are only single vehicle width. Amazing weather all year round, but extremely limited travel available while snow is on the ground.

          • kThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Leaf Verde RV Resort
            May. 12, 2024

            Leaf Verde RV Resort

            The high life

            This RV Park has it all..Run by professionals. They even escort you to your space.Facilities are great, they have all of them, lit paved walkways.large spaces, wifi works

          • Julie H.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Pleasant Harbor RV Resort
            May. 4, 2024

            Pleasant Harbor RV Resort

            Beautiful Vista

            Very large park with many different levels of camping experiences. From dry camping to full on glamping ! I stayed at Vista Pt. Dry camp. The views were beautiful. I stayed 10 days and as a single women I felt very safe. Security makes it's rounds and you can't get into the park after leaving without your pass. The one thing I would mention the drive up to the PT is rather steep, but there were different sized rigs up there is it is doable. I didn't use the amenities as I was away most days visiting with my daughter who lives in the valley.

          • BThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from State land trust/Inspiration Point
            Apr. 29, 2024

            State land trust/Inspiration Point

            Weekdays are best

            State land trust, good spot for a few nights. Gunshots in the distance, but no incidents/casualties lol. Pulled my 31ft TT back into a spot for a week. Close 10 min drive to stores like WinCo and Safeway and gas stations. Quite weekdays, loud weekends due to motor vehicles breaking the rules. (Not a ohv area but treated as such)

          • Emmi O.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Goldfield Ghost Town Dry Camping
            Apr. 23, 2024

            Goldfield Ghost Town Dry Camping

            Camping for one night

            Camping for one night and it was 30$. Very clean restrooms and showers!

            We were almost only campers there and lots of spots available. Closest campgounds were full or expensive.

          • Ryan W.
            Camper-submitted photo from White Tank Mountain Regional Park
            Mar. 19, 2024

            White Tank Mountain Regional Park

            Excellent semi-civilized experience

            Pros: 

            • Well spaced campsites with excellent views in all directions (mountains and desert one way, iconic saguaros and city lights in the other).
            • Cleanest flush toilets and showers (free) I've ever seen in a campground.
            • Dish washing station
            • Campsites are level, clean, and include a shade over a concrete table, fire ring, and hammock hooks for three.
            • Trails throughout the camp into the greater park but the campgrounds separated from the more public trailheads. Strategically placed benches scattered along trails for coffee drinking.
            • Wildlife: birds, coyotes, reptiles, etc
            • The camp is close to civilization enabling quick visits to other attractions, and an easy drive to spring training baseball games.
            • Camp hosts were responsive. They live on-site year round and treat the camp like it is a home. Very impressed with the team.
            • Firewood available on-site. $8/bundle. Very dense wood that doesn't light quickly when wet but burns for a long time.

            Cons:

            • Struggling to come up with one. Probably hot in the summer. Busier on the weekends due to location inside the White Tank Regional park.
          • Dylan G.
            Camper-submitted photo from Margies Cove West Campground
            Mar. 13, 2024

            Margies Cove West Campground

            Flies Galore

            Sight is nice and deep in the Cove. The drive is not hard but it has it's bumps and it's fun and pretty drivable for most large-suvs or 4wd Cars/Suvs/trucks. The spot is very secluded and in a big wide open valley. The mountain's block out a lot of light pollution from the City so it get's very very dark. Really windy during the day but all in all was an enjoyable spot that makes the journey fun as well as on the way there there is a 5-10 mile dirt road perfect for rally racing.

          • MThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from McDowell Regional Park-Ironwood
            Mar. 12, 2024

            McDowell Regional Park-Ironwood

            McDowell Regional Park EI Rowland RV campground

            We stayed in site 27 which was close to the kids playground.  We only stayed for 1 night .  Lots of bikers at this location.  We did do a short 3 mile hike and it was very nice on the Granite and then Wagner trail.  Other than the camp host who was a complete jerk ( we arrived 5 minutes before 1 pm and the guy at the front gate said nothing about not driving in before 1 pm - there was a sign but seriously 5 minutes early is an issue, you would have thought I kicked his dog the way he acted )?  A beautiful night and wished we had stayed a few more days.    I think some of the best sites here are on the Pemberton loop  64,65,66, 68, 70.  Unobstructive views but all sites pretty well spaced out and well kept bathrooms and showers.



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