David S.
Scout
ScoutHaekel Rd Dispersed Camping
Secluded, no trees but has places to hike and recommend it for cooler weather unless you’re open to spending for ac and there’s no trash, hookups or showers.
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RV parks near Central, Arizona include Safford RV Resort with full hookups, 50-amp service, and big rig-friendly sites available year-round. North Clifton RV Park features spacious sites with picnic tables, water, electric, and sewer connections, making it suitable for larger motorhome setups. Apache Gold RV Park in San Carlos provides RV sites with water and sewer connections, while Alaskan RV Park in Bowie accommodates travel trailers and larger RVs with level sites. "We are staying here for 6 days. Mostly quiet and peaceful. We have Passport America so the price is right. Full hookups," noted one visitor about North Clifton RV Park.
Many RV sites throughout the region require advance reservations, particularly during winter months when seasonal visitors seek warmer desert conditions. Roads leading to some parks involve elevation changes, particularly when approaching Mount Graham, where vehicles longer than 22 feet may have difficulty negotiating switchbacks. Dump stations are available at most parks, with a free option at the Water Reclamation Plant in Safford where RVers must sign in, dump, and sign out. Cell service varies significantly by location, with stronger signals reported near Safford and diminishing coverage in mountainous areas. Pet policies generally allow dogs with standard restrictions, though some parks enforce breed or size limitations.
Best RV Campgrounds near Central (48)
1. North Clifton RV Park
"Mostly quiet (except when they emptied the dumpster at 5am on Monday morning) and peaceful. We have Passport America so the price is right. Full hookups."
Check Availabilityfrom $15 - $27 / night
2. Alaskan RV Park
"Alaskan RV Park is conveniently located off of I-10 at Exit 366 near Bowie. The park features affordable RV sites at $20/night. The sites are all spacious pull-throughs."
"Nice backdrop of the mountains. We liked the music vibe of the place, and that it is such a laid back and welcoming place. Right off highway 10 so you get the road noise."
Check Availabilityfrom $20 / night
3. Safford RV Resort
4. Grande Vista RV Park
"Gravel drive-through and back-in spots for RVs with 30 or 50 amp connections, water and sewer. Two tent spots."
"This is on top of their 2 free wifi access they provide which are already fast! So if you need to get work done and reliant on good internet speeds, you've found the spot."
Check Availabilityfrom $20 - $40 / night
5. Mountain View RV
"Just off the interstate, many types of jerky and jams in the campground store. Level pull thru sites, laundry, and clean facilities. Would stay again."
"Level spots and full hook ups $26. There is a food truck next to the store that offers burgers, hotdog and Mexican food for a reaso,nable price."
6. Fort Willcox RV Park
7. Cattlerest RV Park and Saloon
"We stayed at Cattlerest as a Harvest Host because the weather was plenty cool to dry camp, but they also have a campground with about 20 sites, I believe all with full hookups."
"Huge space took our 40ft Rv 50 and 30amp hook ups. Some Grass area for dogs. Very friendly people here. Lots of fun."
8. Lifestyle RV Resort & Fitness Center
"Easy to access location off the interstate. There isn't much traffic noise beyond the frequent rumbling of a train."
Check Availabilityfrom $39 - $43 / night
9. Apache Gold RV Park
10. Lexington Pines Resort
"*I live nearby and chose to write a more accurate description for the community members."
Drive Time
- 1 hr 49 min from Sierra Vista, AZ
- 1 hr 58 min from Tucson, AZ
- 2 hrs 43 min from Phoenix, AZ
- 2 hrs 56 min from Las Cruces, NM
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RV Park Reviews near Central, AZ
160 Reviews of 48 Central Campgrounds
- WWill B.
TravelerWillcox Lagoon Dispersed Site
Nice Quiet area, beautiful sunrise
I got lucky and was the only one there! Not much water or birds in the area, but it was quiet. (Except for the trains)
Sue W.ScoutCattlerest RV Park and Saloon
Do not recommend yet
Under new management, but need to work out some issues with long term residents. Lots of tension. Clean bathhouse with nice hot showers. Management needs to decide weather they want saloon or rv park. Its not a campground.
First time ive experienced harrassment while traveling. Not safe for solo women or seniors. Maybe later but not now.
- BBill P.Scout
Willcox Lagoon Dispersed Site
Beautiful Views, But....
We stayed here from 9/18/2026 to 9/20/2026. The views of the birds on the pond, Dos Cabezas at sunset, and the sunset itself were all beautiful. Lots of pictures! Easy access, just a bit south of Willcox, we just drove around the loop towing our 25 ft camper, found a nice spot with views all around, parked, and set up shop. There were no other campers around. A few bird watchers rolled by us on the loop occasionally, but nothing that disturbed us. I10 was far enough away so that wasn't an issue either. The freight trains rolling through near I10 caught us off guard the first night, then after that they rolled through mostly at night while we slept and it didn't bother us. But what was an issue was the odor coming off the pond. It was a very strong mixture of sulfur and ammonia. The first night was brutal, but we got a little more used to it the next 2 nights. Also it was hot! Late September was not supposed to be that hot. We were out and about during the day. There's a lot to do in the area: Chiricahua's and hiking, down town, etc. But when we got back it kinda sucked as I had to run the generator to cool off the camper to get comfortable. So would I go back here? Yes, IF and ONLY IF I had a good handle on the weather. It has to be cooler. And I understand that at certain times of the year when bird migration occurs it could get crowed. So I'd take that into account when visiting here. So do your research before coming here and it will pay off. If you get it right it's well worth the stop.
Eleanore L.TravelerRiggs Flat Campground
Perfect Lakeside Campground
My brother and I checked out Mt Graham for the first time as we grew up in Arizona and have never been. The road up the mountain is a long one, about 12 miles of dirt road past the pavement to the lake. It took us 5 hours to get from Tucson to Riggs Lake so take that into account. The actual campground was beautiful, well-kept, bathrooms were clean and everyone in the campground was respectful and kept pretty quiet. We found the only “lakeside” site on a Sunday night and had a lot of it to ourselves. There was a ranger there checking fishing licenses as well. We will definitely be back!
A. S.TravelerGila Campground — Roper Lake State Park
Scenic, clean and plenty of space
Roper Lake State Park is so peaceful. The mountains behind the camp grounds are stunning and picturesque! The lake is not large but still big enough to go kayaking and fishing. The bathrooms are pristine and cleaned daily left spotless. There are showers separate from toilets. If you have a dog, there's a small dog park on the campgrounds filled with shade. There are also hiking trails that are easy to find and follow. This location is perfect for a peaceful getaway.
- SScott S.
GuideIndian Bread Rocks
Nice winter stop
Nice place to spend a day or a week. The wilderness area is literally 20 from some of the campsites. Easy access to the closer sites. After the first five or so the corners get tighter and the road becomes more uneven. Spectacular views.
Michele Z.GuideCochise Lake Wildlife Viewing Area Dispersed
Quiet but no shade
Fortunately, it wasn’t very hot because there’s no shade anywhere in the area. However, it’s easy to get to and lots of places to park for the night
- BBeckyGuide
Riverview Campground
We really enjoyed our peaceful stay
Wide open spaces. Big designated spots with to spend of space in between. Lots of nice trails and hiking. The Gila River is along the canyon and easily walked to. The nearby day use area has a volleyball court and horseshoe. So much to offer here the BLM did a terrific job. Beware the road in is paved but very narrow with many blind hairpin tyrns and steep grades. One lane traffic so if you are towing go slow and know your personal skill and limits with this type of road.
Guide to Central
RV sites near Central, Arizona provide convenient access to the Pinaleno Mountains with elevations reaching 10,720 feet at Mount Graham. Winter temperatures in the region can drop below freezing at higher elevations while summer brings temperatures above 100°F in valley locations. Most campgrounds remain open year-round despite seasonal temperature fluctuations.
What to do
Fishing at Roper Lake State Park: The lake offers freshwater fishing opportunities just 5 miles from Safford. "Great sites. Great atmosphere. Only down was bathroom had no hot water and springs were down. But still had a great time," notes one Roper Lake State Park visitor who rated the experience 5 stars.
Picnic under pistachio trees: At Alaskan RV Park in Bowie, campers can enjoy unique surroundings. "We slept under 2 pistachio trees with fresh nuts. Showers included, very friendly staff," reports one tent camper who paid $10 per night.
Observe local wildlife: Watch for desert creatures around camping areas. "Quail crossing in the campground!" mentions a reviewer who stayed at Alaskan RV Park during winter when temperatures dropped to 28°F.
What campers like
Budget-friendly options: Several RV sites near Central offer reasonable rates with discounts. "We have Passport America so the price is right. Full hookups," notes one visitor about North Clifton RV Park, while another camper at Grande Vista RV Park mentioned, "$18 per night with full hookups. We've been boondocking out at Roosevelt lake for 2 weeks and this was convenient for laundry etc."
Reliable internet connectivity: Some parks provide surprisingly good internet access. "Who knew internet speeds would be the fastest I've ever seen. I have Verizon and management stated Verizon is the best in this small town," reports a camper at Grande Vista RV Park who shared a screenshot of exceptional connection speeds.
Family-friendly recreation areas: Roper Lake State Park offers multiple activities. "Kids were able to ride bikes on the numerous paths around the campgrounds and lake," mentions one 5-star reviewer who appreciated the child-friendly environment.
What you should know
Cash-only policies: Some parks require cash payment. "Super nice staff, cash only, no Wi-Fi but good cell service as is right by interstate," reports a visitor at Alaskan RV Park where rates were $20 per night.
Railroad noise considerations: Train activity affects some camping areas. At Lifestyle RV Resort & Fitness Center, a camper noted, "Easy to access location off the interstate. There isn't much traffic noise beyond the frequent rumbling of a train."
Limited shower facilities: Some campgrounds charge extra for showers or have basic facilities. One camper at Fort Willcox RV Park reported, "Public shower but had to pay 50 cents and not hot water just cool and short shower."
Tips for camping with families
Check age policies before booking: Some RV parks have age restrictions. One disappointed visitor at Fort Willcox RV Park shared, "I was told they accepted children and then told my kids were not welcome. Very disappointed."
Consider state park options for kid-friendly amenities: Cottonwood Campground at Roper Lake provides structured recreation areas. "Very nice campgrounds, close to the lake. Plenty of space between campsites. Kids were able to ride bikes on the numerous paths around the campgrounds and lake," reports a satisfied family camper.
Look for swimming opportunities: Water access can enhance family camping experiences. "Beach swimming area is very large and never felt crowded by people! Plenty of shaded picnic areas," mentions a Roper Lake visitor.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling considerations: Many RV sites feature gravel surfaces requiring minimal leveling. "The lots are pretty level of the people are really nice. 10 bucks for electric only 24 full hook up cash," reports a visitor at Alaskan RV Park.
Overnight stopover options: Some parks accommodate single-night stays. "This place is right off the highway but was still pretty quiet. Everyone there was so nice and friendly. And FHU for $20 a night? You can't beat that!" notes a reviewer about Alaskan RV Park.
Septic system limitations: Check septic tank capacity if planning extended stays. At Fort Willcox RV Park, one camper had to "notify manager that drains not draining: she said septic tank full had to wait hour for it to drain before I could empty my tanks."
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