Best Cabin Camping near Morenci, AZ

Roper Lake State Park near Safford, Arizona offers cabin accommodations in both the Cottonwood and Gila Campgrounds, approximately 45 miles from Morenci. Cabins feature covered picnic tables, fire rings, and proximity to the lake with some units directly overlooking the water. The cabins provide basic shelter with varying levels of amenities. Most units include electricity and beds, though bathrooms are typically located in separate communal facilities. Park cabins offer an alternative to tent camping while providing protection from the elements. "The cabins were nice and quiet. For starters the staff here is very friendly. The facilities are immaculately clean. I mean the cleanest campground restrooms I've ever seen."

Reservations are essential for cabin stays, particularly during holiday periods and winter months when occupancy rates increase. The cabins at Roper Lake State Park remain available year-round, though seasonal construction may temporarily affect some facilities. According to visitor feedback, the cabins accommodate small families comfortably and prove popular for father-son getaways or quiet retreats. Dogs are permitted in some cabin areas but prohibited from the swimming beach. One visitor mentioned, "We stayed in a cabin and it was nice and quiet. We will definitely stay here again."

Most cabins provide basic furnishings but require guests to bring their own linens, towels, and personal items. Kitchen facilities vary between locations, with some offering only outdoor cooking options via fire pits or grills. The Behr Art B&B in nearby New Mexico represents another cabin accommodation option with more extensive amenities including toilets, showers, and firewood. Drinking water is available at most cabin sites. The town of Safford contains various shopping options for groceries and supplies. Caldwell Cabin near Alpine offers a more remote cabin experience approximately 100 miles north of Morenci with drive-in access but limited amenities.

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Best Cabin Sites Near Morenci, Arizona (4)

    1. Cottonwood Campground — Roper Lake State Park

    20 Reviews
    Safford, AZ
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (928) 428-6760

    $50 / night

    "This State Park is very well cared for and a pleasure to stay in. It has three campgrounds, with sites for tents and RV's, as well as eight camping cabins for rent."

    "A couple camping areas/campgrounds to choose from within the park. Camping is designed for Rv's it seems but tent camping is easy to do as well."

    2. Gila Campground — Roper Lake State Park

    5 Reviews
    Safford, AZ
    30 miles

    $20 - $129 / night

    "We didn’t stay at the tent cabins, but they also looked nice. I’d come back to stay in the cabins with a group of friends or as a one night stop on the way somewhere else."

    "Both cabins and camping spaces are nice. Full bathroom and showers available. Clean and peaceful location."

    3. Behr Art B&B

    1 Review
    Glenwood, NM
    32 miles
    +1 (575) 539-2373

    $114 - $134 / night

    "We are so excited to welcome the owner of this unique cabin listing. Enjoy a soak in the hot tub, gaze at the starry night sky, and listen to the silence."

    4. Caldwell Cabin

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    Alpine, AZ
    48 miles
    Website
    +1 (928) 339-5000

    $110 / night

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Cabin Reviews near Morenci, AZ

26 Reviews of 4 Morenci Campgrounds


  • Beth G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Feb. 17, 2020

    Gila Campground — Roper Lake State Park

    Nice area- if you get the right spot

    My husband, myself and our 2 small dogs live in Tucson, AZ. We recently acquired a roof top tent and we’ve been trying out various campgrounds across the Southwest.

    Water recreation areas in AZ are sparse, so this place holds a certain appeal. The facilities are nice and clean but if you’re not careful you could end up with only a view of your neighbors. We didn’t stay at the tent cabins, but they also looked nice. I’d come back to stay in the cabins with a group of friends or as a one night stop on the way somewhere else. It’s a great place to stop, swim, shower and hit the road for another adventure. When you haven’t seen a shower in days, they are so beckoning.

    Pros: larger sites and further spaced out then your typical RV park. Several sites include a covered picnic table(most in the Gila Loop do not). All sites have water, a fire pit and a table. Also- fishing! $20 a night for non-electric site is a good price since you can take free hot showers in the park. Cell phone service (T-Mobile) and WiFi).

    Cons: Most sites don’t have much of a view. Very few trees. Only a few sites are suited for tent camping. Busy park, expect to see a lot of other campers. Hot tub is permanently closed.

  • Jessica P.
    Sep. 22, 2016

    Gila Campground — Roper Lake State Park

    Roper lake

    Great Southern AZ swimming hole and hotspring. Both cabins and camping spaces are nice. Full bathroom and showers available. Clean and peaceful location.

  • Kelly W.
    Aug. 1, 2016

    Cottonwood Campground — Roper Lake State Park

    Fantastic Getaway

    This State Park is very well cared for and a pleasure to stay in. It has three campgrounds, with sites for tents and RV's, as well as eight camping cabins for rent. The lake has fishing, swimming, and is perfect for kayaks and SUP's ... no gas powered motors allowed. The restrooms are nice and clean, with showers. There is also a dump station for RV's to use. There are several miles of walking paths - the wildlife and bird-watching is good. There is also a charming spring-fed natural stone hot tub!

  • Sara S.
    Jun. 5, 2016

    Cottonwood Campground — Roper Lake State Park

    please with our stay

    Great camping experience! We were pleased with our camping experience. Good amenities. A couple camping areas/campgrounds to choose from within the park. Camping is designed for Rv's it seems but tent camping is easy to do as well. We had a small 'pavilion' type structure at our site over the picnic table which was a nice feature. Camping cabins were also a nice feature of the park we may utilize on our next trip :) We heard about people having issues with excessive partying/noise, but we were there during the week and didn't have an issue with this. Hot Springs were a nice attraction of the park as well.

  • Lisa S.
    Dec. 29, 2020

    Gila Campground — Roper Lake State Park

    Great in December

    Camped for a week over Christmas 2020 and really enjoyed the serenity in the “non-hook up” loop? Tables, fire rings and grills, and water all available. Site 46 is on the lake which hosts a variety of water fowl. The sites are large with plenty of screening for privacy. I would not stay in the hook up loops which are more typical Arizona State Park Campgrounds offering no privacy with sites usually crammed together. Walking trails all over the place including one that leads up to the Mesa top. There’s a beach,several docks for fishing and a boat ramp. Excellent staff.

  • Tony C.
    Oct. 10, 2021

    Cottonwood Campground — Roper Lake State Park

    Well maintained, great hiking

    We found the ranger to be very helpful in terms of outdoor activities (hiking, fishing, etc.) The park has great spaces for tent campers and big rigs, with electricity for 30 and 50 amp campers. They also have several cabins right on the lake. 

    Our spot had a picnic table and was right beside the beach. There is a great hike only minutes from the campground where you can see Mt. Graham. 

    The bathrooms, showers, and sinks were all well maintained. Also, the spot is great for stargazing.

    We are looking forward to returning. The town of Safford is charming and has some nice restaurants too.

  • Adam R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 8, 2018

    Cottonwood Campground — Roper Lake State Park

    Small Oasis in the middle of Southeast Arizona

    Roper lake state park is a beautifully well kept state park. It's $20 a night for tent camping, $30 a night for full RV hookups. (which is kinda high for this area and amenities offered).

    This is my local state park so I visit almost every weekend and kayak the lake. There is a lot of fishing, swimming, and hiking available. There are also some really nice cabins available to rent!

    The camp sights are a small size but offer some privacy from other sites. There are fire rings in every site, as well as a Covered pick-nick tables!!!

    They also offer some full hookup sites, as well as sewage dump and potable water.

    There is a group sized hot tub available for public use that is filled with natural hot springs water as well as a swimming beach and day use area.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 7, 2024

    Cottonwood Campground — Roper Lake State Park

    It is a beautiful view of the mountains

    Sadly, there is construction going on in the park right now. It is windy and cold. The sites are pretty private and there are nice picnic table covers. Unfortunately, the dump station is closed for a while.

  • J K.
    Oct. 9, 2019

    Cottonwood Campground — Roper Lake State Park

    Gorgeous AZ park!

    Loved it.Great family friendly camping! Very clean and well kept park, beach swimming area is very large and never felt crowded by people!  Plenty of shaded picnic areas, campsites big, and on site bathrooms very clean and showers have hot water and great water pressure! Only downfall was the hot springs was closed, but not necessary when campinge in Arizona!

    If you like fishing you mihght be a bit disappointed. you could see a ton of fish around the dock, but sadly none of them were biting or we just didn't have the right kind of bait.We don't come here too often because you have to pay each time you come unless you get a pass. But it's a fun place to swim and fish and be by some water when it's ridiculously hot.

    Loved the pool and cabins even though we have a camper


Guide to Morenci

Cabin camping near Morenci, Arizona offers a serene escape into nature, with well-maintained facilities and a variety of outdoor activities to enjoy.

Cabins are available at Gila Campground — Roper Lake State Park

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