Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Mesa, AZ
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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Mesa, Arizona (187)
1. Lost Dutchman State Park Campground
82 ReviewsSuperstition Mtn, AZ15 milesWebsite+1 (480) 982-4485$25 - $89 / night
"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."
"If you want your trailer door to be lined up with the table, it will require you to pull the trailer through and park your tow vehicle behind it."
2. Usery Mountain Regional Park
35 ReviewsApache Junction, AZ9 milesWebsite+1 (480) 984-0032"Usery Mountain is also just a few minutes away from east Mesa, which has a good selection of restaurants."
"This is a great campground close to Mesa. Incredibly clean sites, great layouts, flat, quiet, quality hookups."
3. Bulldog Canyon Dispersed Camping - North Entrance
27 ReviewsFort Mcdowell, AZ14 milesWebsite+1 (480) 610-3300$10 - $80 / night
"Don't park near the gate, the sound from the road can get really loud. 6 am every morning a helicopter comes overhead it's extremely loud, just so you know."
"This is a nice, clean spot close to town and lots of outdoor activities! We saw some of the most beautiful sunsets and cacti here. The road is a little sketchy but was passable in our 19’ trailer."
4. Mesa-Apache Junction KOA
17 ReviewsApache Junction, AZ12 milesWebsite+1 (480) 982-4015"It has a small dog park but it gets the job done. The people in the park are very nice and the staff are extremely kind and helpful. We thoroughly enjoyed our time here."
"Standard KOA amenities of pool, hot tub, playground, and dog park. We’d stay again."
5. Eagle View RV Resort at Fort Mcdowell
10 ReviewsFort Mcdowell, AZ13 milesWebsite+1 (480) 789-5310$41 - $84 / night
"Walking paths and trails are throughout the park. A dog park is available. Town is about 10 minutes away on a winding back road."
"We have met great people here and enjoy that you can walk or bikeride directly from the RV Park. The park is always clean and well cared for, and we like that its not in the city center."
6. Monte Vista RV Resort
3 ReviewsMesa, AZ6 milesWebsite+1 (888) 707-1477"Gravel surrounds each campsite and we have noticed maintenance crews raking the gravel every other day. Close to all the fun stuff on the Superstition Mountains."
7. Hackamore Road Dispersed
11 ReviewsApache Junction, AZ14 milesWebsite+1 (623) 580-5500"It's on BLM land, so you are out of the reach of the Arizona Land Permits.
The road is a bit tricky."
"It’s got great views of the mountains, TONS of awesome trails to walk/ride love the access to the little ghost town nearby."
8. McDowell Mountain Regional Park
19 ReviewsRio Verde, AZ21 milesWebsite+1 (602) 506-2930$32 / night
"Lots of hiking and bike riding trails with a bike course! Playground. Pet friendly. Very clean and friendly hosts. Close to fountain hills if you need anything in town."
"Gorgeous views, very spaced out sites, and access to great mountain biking and hiking trails. Even the overflow area where we had to spend a couple of nights has a very nice bathroom and shower."
9. Valle Del Oro RV Resort
2 ReviewsApache Junction, AZ6 milesWebsite+1 (480) 984-114610. Encore Countryside
6 ReviewsApache Junction, AZ11 milesWebsite+1 (888) 707-1477"Great Campground, close to everything."
Recent Dog-Friendly Camping Photos near Mesa, AZ
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Bulldog Canyon Dispersed Camping - South Entrance - CLOSED
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Peralta Canyon / Gold Canyon Dispersed Camping - PERMANENTLY CLOSED
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Peralta Road Dispersed Camping
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Canyon Lake Marina & Campground
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McDowell Mountain Regional Park
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Tortilla Campground
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McDowell Regional Park-Ironwood
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Box Bar
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Box Bar Road Dispersed
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Cottonwood Canyon Rd. Dispersed
Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Mesa, AZ
847 Reviews of 187 Mesa Campgrounds
Nolan S.
RangerBox Bar Shoreline Area and River Access Point
Box Bar on the Verde
Box Bar shoreline is located right on the verde fiver. The parking/camping is about two minutes walking distance from the river.
We didn’t camp, just came down for the day. This is a fun spot to swim and picnic. This is free and not on Tonto National Forest, so you don’t need a Tonto Pass.
Fire restrictions are in place. There are no facilities other than three port-a-potty’s. Only 45 minutes from Mesa. We usually go to the salt river but I noticed that this area and water is much cleaner!
- Carol E.
TravelerEagle View RV Resort at Fort Mcdowell
Nice quiet park out of town
We got the last spot in the park to stop over for 3 nights. Lots are spacious. We have a view of the tribal land. Other sites have valley views and are more preferable. The amenities are very nice. Large laundry $3/load. Central courtyard with gas grills, a pool and hot tub. DVDs to borrow are available in the office as well as jigsaw puzzles, and books. Walking paths and trails are throughout the park. A dog park is available. Town is about 10 minutes away on a winding back road. The road behind the park is not used much so no traffic noise to speak of. Coffee and donuts in the clubhouse in AM. The only negative would be the goat head stickers! They track in and are painful for the pets as well. We saw wild horses, woodpeckers, and heard the distant coyotes carrying on.
- Jeni G.
ScoutTonto National Forest Riverside Campground
Cool spot, too much trash
The river was beautiful! The camp spots were close to the river with nice big fire rings. Just like a lot of low desert camping in Arizona it’s dusty and dry with lots of prickly plans. But the trail and the trees near the river were lush. My biggest complaint about the spot was all the garbage everywhere. Come on people, burn your trash or take it home! There’s no need to trip over piles of water bottles & beer cans, cigarette butts, McDonald’s wrappers and plastic bags.
- JJennifer R.Traveler
Leaf Verde RV Resort
Awkward and crammed Face to face sites
If you’re a social butterfly and don’t have dogs, this place could work. The sites are really crammed in and on top of that, your door is face to face with your neighbor which makes it so awkward to do anything outside when you don’t want to talk to an overly chatty neighbor. Or if you or your neighbors have unfriendly dogs they can’t be out at the same time. Facilities are decent, same with pool. Adequate dog parks but nowhere for dogs to pee near sites other than gravel.
- LLoriScout
Canyon Vistas RV Resort and Superstition Views Resort
Nice RV resort
Expensive RV Resort with a LOT of amenities for the price! Live bands 2 pools, shuffle board, adult mini golf, hot tubs, 3 dog parks and so much more...
Kimberly O.TravelerLost Dutchman State Park Campground
Beautiful boondocking
I didn't like paying $25 a night for a space with no hookups, but we did choose a site near the shower house, so that was good. Superstitions are awesome! Coyotes yip at night. Quail ran thru my site. The dog park is great!
- MMarlena M.Scout
Mesa-Apache Junction KOA
Quiet little park
This is a nice little KOA. It’s a small resort with all the amenities. It has a small dog park but it gets the job done. The people in the park are very nice and the staff are extremely kind and helpful. We thoroughly enjoyed our time here.
- Jen H.Ranger
Leaf Verde RV Resort
Nice campground close to Phoenix
Leaf Verde is in Buckeye, AZ which is only 30 minutes from Phoenix. The pool is refreshing and if you aren’t into swimming there is a pool table, dog park and shuffle board to keep you busy. The sites are gravel and close together but nice.
Kim G.
LegendMesa-Apache Junction KOA
Solid KOA with wide sites
We arrived just after dark yesterday and will leave this morning. Convenient campground for a stay after visiting family in Phoenix before heading to Tucson. Wider sites than normal at a city RV park. Clean bathrooms, though a tad dated. Quiet. Standard KOA amenities of pool, hot tub, playground, and dog park. We’d stay again.
Guide to Mesa
Discover the best spots for pets-allowed camping near Mesa, Arizona, where you and your furry friends can enjoy the great outdoors together.
Tips for camping with dogs near Mesa
- Ensure your pet stays hydrated by taking advantage of the drinking water available at Usery Mountain Regional Park.
- Keep your dog on a leash while exploring the scenic trails at McDowell Mountain Regional Park to ensure their safety and the comfort of other campers.
- Bring along a pet-friendly blanket for your dog to relax on at the spacious sites of Tortilla Campground.
Dog-friendly activities while camping near Mesa
- Enjoy hiking and biking on the extensive trails at McDowell Mountain Regional Park, perfect for active dogs.
- Take your pet for a stroll along the picturesque paths at Usery Mountain Regional Park, where you can both soak in the stunning desert views.
- Explore the nearby OHV trails at Bulldog Canyon Dispersed Camping - North Entrance for an adventurous day out with your dog.
Pet-friendly campgrounds include
- Canyon Lake Marina & Campground, where you can enjoy lakeside camping with your pet.
- Mesa-Apache Junction KOA, offering a range of amenities and a welcoming atmosphere for pets.
- Encore Countryside, a well-reviewed RV park that provides a friendly environment for both you and your furry companions.
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Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Mesa, AZ?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Mesa, AZ is Lost Dutchman State Park Campground with a 4.7-star rating from 82 reviews.
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