The Dyrt is here to help plan your best camping near Kaibab National Forest. Kaibab National Forest is a great camping destination for everyone. There are tons of nearby hikes, adventurous activities, and sights to see. Search nearby campsites and find top-rated spots from other campers.
"Luckily there is a gas station that is walking distance. Pool and spa were nice. Bathrooms were clean.
The only downside is the noise from the highway. Oh, cell service is not good."
"Stayed a week here to have access to GCNP and the surrounding NM and NPs within 2 hours of Flagstaff.
The private bathrooms were cleaned daily in the AM and the sites were relatively level."
"Lots of forest roads to play on near by as well if you have off-road toys."
"This KOA is very clean and has ton's of amenities on site, very nice showers and bathrooms, some of the amenities are mini golf, pan for gems, trails, go karts, peddle cars, playground, laundry room, store"
$25 - $75 / night
"Right by the roadside but en route to Grand Canyon, staff are super helpful and emailed bathroom code quickly despite my late arrival."
"Sites are pretty close together, and you don’t have much distance between you and the main highway. They do have a propane fill up which is very handy."
"It is just North of Williams, which is a pretty neat little town, and about an hour away from the Grand Canyon South entrance, on highway 64. Follow GPS/Google Maps to get here. "
"Plenty of room to spread out, different scenery depending on where you park & how far in you drive."
$26 - $52 / night
"There is no dog park but there is a walk around path. There are a lot of weeds around the perimeter"
"Williams is a step back in time to when US HWY 66 with IT. The town embraces the era of pre freeway. The park is excellent! Hookups are great."
$6 - $50 / night
"We flew into Vegas and we got to drive through the Kaibab National Forest to get to Mather campground (if you can’t find any available campground reservations within the GCNP itself I would recommend checking"
"If you want to camp relatively close to the rim of the Grand Canyon, this is the spot."
$32 - $225 / night
"We camped in the Kaibab National Forest in Williams, AZ for my friend's birthday and it was absolutely amazing! So peaceful and relaxing! I will definetly go again!"
"The Kaibab National Forest is a beautiful area; roads leading all directions, not all of them connect. We were pretty excited to camp under the stars. The skies here are BIG!"
$30 - $300 / night
"We came in late on a Saturday evening and had to settle for a roadside spot with no shade."
"The campgrounds are surrounded by trees next to the lake. Although camp is not right next to the lake you can see it from most campsites."
"Could only get one night at the Mather CG in Grand Canyon, so we went boondocking just outside of the National Park in Kaibab NF. "
"The sites are pretty big and private, I recommend tucking yourself as far back as possible to stay away from the dust kicked up by passing cars."
$26 / night
"Primitive camping in beautiful, cool Arizona forest. Most campsites offer a lot of privacy. Dirt roads are a bit rough, so SLOW is an important word!"
"Had to walk around to avoid bee entering mouth while eating. And putting away washed dishes was a challenge to keep none from entering storage bag. Otherwise the ospreys were awesome."
ScoutTried a few times over the years to make this a comfortable camping spot. It’s great for stop overs but locals live in these lots. There’s a lot of strange activity. Not for anyone looking to listen to the desert noises more for listening to locals pontificating and park right next to your camp.
GuideI do have to warn that there is absolutely no shade available here. The views are spectacular. The Verde River provides an Oasis setting. The swimming hole off Parsons Trail is an all-day affair with cliff jumping and a rope swing. If your looking for an escape from the crowds of Sedona this spot is perfect.
GuideWorth driving in about 1.5 miles. The road is pretty good as far as FRs go. Solid T-Mobile reception - a rarity in NorthernAZ. Nice hikes and mountain biking. At 7000 feet the temps here are at least 10 degree cooler than Sedona area. Pretty setting with the Ponderosa Pines stacked all around.
GuideOverall a really nice spot. Close to flagstaff if you need anything. We stopped here after a long road trip and got here at 10pm on a Monday night. No problem finding multiple open spots. Picked up some trash before we left but not a terrible amount. Overall a nice quiet peaceful spot. As always please just treat it with respect and pick up any trash you see - even if it’s not your own 💙
TravelerCame into GCNP through the South Gate, drove toward desert view, and took a right turn into Kaibab NF. Plenty of dispersed sites, toilet, information bulletin board, trailheads, and a lookout station about 1/4 mile down road 310. Also accessible from outside the park but I didn't go that way.
GuideNice spot with enough shade, about a 10 min drive to Grand Canyon NP.
ScoutWe did car camping up here and pulled in in the middle of the night. Everything is an OHV area off the main road so you can travel anywhere. We didn’t hear any other vehicles the whole night. Made it to sunset crater the next day which you can access from the back side of you keep going through the OHV area.
ScoutWe never made it to the campground. The rocky trail ended with a flat tire on our truck (as we were hauling our truck camper.) We were looking forward to the views, but we were forced to turn back.
GuideA big area with lots sites close to Flagstaff. Easy to get to with our 24 foot travel trailer. People seem friendly. Many spots with trees. We are out in the open a little above the edge of the dry lake. The paved road up was somewhat bumpy. The last bit was unpaved and to our site there were some deep potholes. If it had rained, there would be mud where we are.
Camping near Kaibab National Forest, Arizona, offers a fantastic escape into nature with stunning views and plenty of outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a quiet spot to unwind or an adventurous getaway, this area has something for everyone.
Camping near Kaibab National Forest, Arizona, is a great way to enjoy the outdoors, whether you're in a tent or an RV. With a mix of established and dispersed campgrounds, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Kaibab National Forest offers a wide range of camping options, with 204 campgrounds and RV parks near Kaibab National Forest and 103 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Kaibab National Forest is Grand Canyon-Williams KOA with a 3.9-star rating from 26 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 103 free dispersed camping spots near Kaibab National Forest.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 10 parks near Kaibab National Forest that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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