Best Camping near Golden Valley, AZ

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Best Camping Sites Near Golden Valley, AZ (122)

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417 Reviews of 122 Golden Valley Campgrounds


  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hwy 193 BLM Dispersed
    Nov. 19, 2024

    Hwy 193 BLM Dispersed

    Great Area Just off the paved road

    My first time camping in a BLM area. Came at the right time before Sunset. Tip: some camp areas have a stone fire pit. I didn’t use it because I wasn’t sure if it was legal.

  • Greg L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lone Tree Dispersed Camping BLM
    Nov. 5, 2024

    Lone Tree Dispersed Camping BLM

    Ugly gravel pit next to hwy

    This spot is best for a quick layover and then move on. Just an old gravel pit,th no water, no toilets, no trash. Only a few miles north of the town and Walmart. There were a couple of broke down burned out vehicles that added to the ambiance. No cell in the lower pit but ok cell on upper level.

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hwy 193 BLM Dispersed
    Nov. 2, 2024

    Hwy 193 BLM Dispersed

    Beautiful and peaceful spot; rough road for RV

    We stayed Oct 28-31. We stayed in a back-in dispersed camping spot ...exit 66 from I-40, and a couple miles on S Blake Ranch Road. Our rig is 43', towing a pickup with UTV loaded in the back. After unhooking (wide road) by the old Hwy 93 turnoff, we drove 93 a ways in the truck and determined it was too rough and washed out in places for our RV.

    We explored down S Blake Ranch road and found our spot --several spots are available down that road, and easy access to trails if you go out trail-riding.

    Blake Ranch road is wide, and pretty wash boarded in places, but easily doable, taking it slow. We backed into our chosen site, with room for the truck and UTV. A bonus = it's a level site!!

    Beautiful scenery, extremely peaceful, wooded site with plenty of scrap wood around for a careful campfire.

    Also making it a mission in retirement travel to practice Leave No Trace, so also cleaned up some prior trash left behind as well as our own.

    A little traffic does go down the road, but not often.

    Had 2 bars of Verizon cell service; husband had about the same on US Cellular.

  • Thomas and James S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Craggy Wash BLM
    Nov. 1, 2024

    Craggy Wash BLM

    Large area with plenty of space

    We spent 4 days here and it was very nice! People seem respectful on the UTVs. Local amenities are super super convenient!

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hwy 193 BLM Dispersed
    Oct. 23, 2024

    Hwy 193 BLM Dispersed

    Beautiful and Ugly

    We went a lot farther down the road than anyone else that we could see. There are several places to camp pretty close to Blake’s Ranch Rd. But they were full. The farther down the road, the rougher and more rutted it gets. Don’t recommend for larger campers or trailers unless it’s a 4x4 type. We found a huge spot. Obviously someone or multiple people stayed here for quite a while and generated a lot of trash which they left all over. Not cool! There is the faintest hint of traffic noise from I-40. You will probably have to do some leveling on your vehicle.

  • s
    Camper-submitted photo from Route 66 Golden Shores RV Park
    Oct. 21, 2024

    Route 66 Golden Shores RV Park

    Great People

    We only stay 3-4 nights per visit but everyone has always been great.  They are working on upgrading the wifi, as it is very slow now.  Just what we need when visiting the area.

  • Patrick J.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Desert View RV Resort
    Oct. 14, 2024

    Desert View RV Resort

    Great stop over night

    It was a stop over for one night while returning home. The ladies at check in were very nice and welcoming. Long pull trough site allowed us to stay hooked up. The utilities were well placed. Sites offer fairly good privacy with hedges. This park is desert view as is in it's name, so don't expect to walk to the river. My navigation, didn't do a good job of finding it, so look for the signs they have placed on the roads. It is next to the KOA if that helps. I'd come here again.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Arizona Trust Land
    Oct. 10, 2024

    Arizona Trust Land

    Arizona trust land camping

    Good Verizon signal clean sites. Easy to get to beautiful area. You do need an Arizona trust camping permit. It cost $20 for the whole year. You can get it online.

  • Karen D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from W Big Wash Road Dispersed
    Oct. 6, 2024

    W Big Wash Road Dispersed

    Beautiful and wild

    We loved it here, stayed the one night to break up the journey. The directions are great, and there are two sites here, we stayed in the second. It was nice and level. The views were beautiful, and having all the space and quiet to ourselves was magical. Didn't see any snakes or other critters.

  • Jackie G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Craggy Wash - Dispersed Camping Area
    Oct. 2, 2024

    Craggy Wash - Dispersed Camping Area

    Solid Overnight Stop

    We stopped here as a one night stop on our way to New Mexico. It was a decently maintained dirt road, you should know how to crawl around potholes and/or have a higher clearance vehicle. I could see a 2WD getting stuck in the sand/fine rock areas. If you want to sleep in at all, definitely pick the west side of a large rock structure to help block the morning sun. It very quickly got hot, but with no canopy on the tent at night, we slept comfortably.

  • Maddy T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from DW Ranch Road
    Sep. 30, 2024

    DW Ranch Road

    Great Spot but go further up the road

    We stayed here for a night and the site was beautiful. We stayed in one of the spaces not too far down the road as it was our first time dispersed camping. I would definitely recommend staying further down the road as there were a few things we quickly realized:

    • There is a Loves truck stop on the other side of the highway so if gets pretty loud with all of the truck traffic
    • DW Ranch road had a lot of local traffic, including jeeps that I'm assuming were going off roading but they kept blasting by at 2/3AM with those huge light bars on them
    • There is a parking lot right at the end of the road that seemed to be a hot spot for high school kids that wanted to come mess around in the field area at night (We stayed on a Saturday and got woken up by some drunk kids walking pretty close to our area yelling and screaming)
  • Karsyn P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hwy 193 BLM Dispersed
    Sep. 20, 2024

    Hwy 193 BLM Dispersed

    Nice dispersed desert camping

    We pulled in to a spot here late at night and left the next morning to continue our long drive, so we didn’t spend a lot of time here, but it served our needs! I am happy any time I wake up surrounded by nature, and I was very happy to wake up and see quail running in the morning. There were some people in tents as well as other RV/car campers around, but it was all spaced out nicely so you still have privacy.

  • David T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hwy 193 BLM Dispersed
    Sep. 9, 2024

    Hwy 193 BLM Dispersed

    Easy access, lots of room for trailer

    We arrived around 4pm and to our surprise there was no one here. Had our choice of spots. Unfortunately past visitors left a fair amount of trash in several sites. Bummer I think. Don't ruin a good thing. Approximately 10 or so sites. No fire pits unless you make one, no tables, no bathrooms. Free BLM camping. Great access from hiway. About 3 mile off hwy 40 easy. Gas and food possibilities at exit when you leave. Nice and alot of Juniper trees but not enough for any shade. Would stay here again. Hopefully no one screws it up. PICK UP YOUR SHIT!!

  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from W Big Wash Road Dispersed
    Aug. 20, 2024

    W Big Wash Road Dispersed

    Western Diamondback Rattlesnake

    Seems like a beautiful setting but we ran into a Western Diamondback Rattlesnake within feet of the campsite. They are aggressive and fatal. We left to go find somewhere else. Be careful.

  • Kelly B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hwy 193 BLM Dispersed
    Jul. 16, 2024

    Hwy 193 BLM Dispersed

    Great stop LAS - GCNP

    We needed a nice, lovely spot to rest for the night and organize our campervan on our way from LAS to GCNP. This was perfect. No one around, lovely sunset and sunrise, campervan did just fine.

  • M
    Camper-submitted photo from Tropicana Casino Laughlin
    May. 31, 2024

    Tropicana Casino Laughlin

    Good

    I visited this place last year in July when we decided to check out this casino, and I must say I really enjoyed it. Since I don't have the opportunity to visit such establishments in person anymore, I play online, and I have to say it's very convenient. I also want to share some advice from https://notgamstop.com/uk-gb/gamstop-faq/how-to-get-around-gamstop/ about bypass Gamstop, as I recently found it quite useful. In our time, this is a rather helpful topic, though it's not often discussed, so I recommend checking it out and keeping it in mind.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Colorado Riverfront Camp
    May. 13, 2024

    Colorado Riverfront Camp

    Closed off

    Drove way out here to see they put boulders in front of the entrance. There was homeless shelters all along the dirt road there. I’m sure there’s a reason why it’s closed.



Guide to Golden Valley

Camping near Golden Valley, Arizona, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking to pitch a tent or park your RV, there are several campgrounds nearby that cater to different needs.

What to do

  • Hiking and Exploring: There are plenty of trails around the area. One camper mentioned, “The campground has lots of trails for walking and cycling about a mile from the beach and 3 miles from Hoover Dam” at Boulder Beach Campground.
  • Fishing and Water Sports: If you enjoy fishing, Willow Beach RV Park is a great spot. A visitor shared, “We live in Vegas and took a day trip to fish a little and check out the RV sites.”
  • Sightseeing: Don’t miss the iconic London Bridge in Lake Havasu City. It’s a short drive from many campgrounds, making it easy to explore the area.

What campers like

  • Scenic Views: Campers rave about the views. One reviewer at Cattail Cove State Park said, “The sites offer lots of shade and space to enjoy your area.”
  • Clean Facilities: Many campgrounds, like Lake Havasu State Park, are noted for their cleanliness. A camper remarked, “The campground was full but they offered me overflow camping... clean restrooms (flush) with showers.”
  • Community Feel: Campers appreciate the friendly atmosphere. A visitor at Hualapai Mountain Park mentioned, “It’s still a beautiful space! The ranger gave me some good info on where to go.”

What you should know

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Davis Camp Park, have limited amenities. A camper noted, “There are 8 spaces with a river view but only have water and electric.”
  • Crowded During Peak Season: Expect busy weekends, especially in summer. One camper at Crazy Horse Campgrounds warned, “In summer or holiday weekends it could be a crazy busy place.”
  • Wildlife: Be prepared for wildlife encounters. A camper at Craggy Wash shared, “I saw what I am 80% sure was a mountain lion crossing the road at night.”

Tips for camping with families

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with amenities like restrooms and picnic areas. A parent at Boulder Beach Campground mentioned, “Easy reservations... great campsite with bathroom and water access.”
  • Plan Activities: Bring games and outdoor gear. One family enjoyed their time at Lake Havasu State Park, saying, “We’ll keep this place in mind when we want a quick overnight with some shower access close to town.”
  • Safety First: Always keep an eye on kids, especially near water. A camper at Willow Beach RV Park noted, “The people working in the store are very friendly and helpful.”

Tips from RVers

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Kingman KOA said, “Narrow sites for big rig parking but they were long enough.”
  • Book Early: Popular spots fill up fast. A visitor at Cattail Cove State Park mentioned, “We stumbled onto this lovely state park campground on Christmas Eve, with no reservations.”
  • Utilize Dump Stations: Many campgrounds have dump stations available. A camper at Davis Camp Park shared, “Used the park showers to keep from filling our black tank.”

Camping around Golden Valley, AZ, has something for everyone, whether you're a family looking for fun or an RVer seeking adventure.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What camping is available near Golden Valley, AZ?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Golden Valley, AZ offers a wide range of camping options, with 122 campgrounds and RV parks near Golden Valley, AZ and 41 free dispersed camping spots.

  • Which is the most popular campground near Golden Valley, AZ?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Golden Valley, AZ is Kingman KOA with a 4.1-star rating from 22 reviews.

  • Where can I find free dispersed camping near Golden Valley, AZ?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 41 free dispersed camping spots near Golden Valley, AZ.

  • What parks are near Golden Valley, AZ?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 8 parks near Golden Valley, AZ that allow camping, notably Lake Mead National Recreation Area and Mojave National Preserve.