Top Tent Camping near Nogales, AZ
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Best Tent Sites Near Nogales, AZ (11)
1. Harshaw Ave - Coronado National Forest
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2. Tumacacori Mountains
1 Review•2 SavesMountain range within the Nogales Ranger District which lies just west of Interstate 19 and extends southward to the International border.
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3. Nogales Recreation Area
1 ReviewRecreation opportunities in the Nogales Recreation Area are dispersed among the Santa Rita Mountains, the Pajaritos, the Tumacacorisand the grassy hill country that seperates them. The Santa Ritas are topped by 9.453 foot Mt. Wrightson, which is surrounded by the 25,260 acre Wilderness area of the same name. Madera Canyonin the Santa Ritas is famous among birdwatchers the world over. A number of Forest roads, including the Madera Canyon Road, provide access to campgrounds, picnic areas and dozens of forest trails. Pena Blanca Lake, at the edge of the Atascosas, offers developed campgrounds, picnic areas and fishing for stocked and resident species. The Pajaritos are home to scenic Sycamore Canyon, a 7,420 acre Wilderness and a history of mining boomtowns and hardy pioneers.
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4. Madera Canyon Picnic Area
1 Review•1 Photo•9 SavesMadera Canyon makes a large dent in the northwest face of the Santa Rita Mountains. Its higher elevation grants relief to desert dwellers during the hot months and allows access to snow during the winter. A world-renowned location for bird watching, Madera Canyon is a major resting place for migrating species, while the extensive trail system of the Santa Rita Mountains is easily accessed from the Canyon's campground and picnic areas. Madera Canyon has a long and colorful history. The Friends of Madera Canyon, a cooperating volunteer group, has developed a small booklet that can be requested at the gatehouse. If you are interested in joining the group, please write: Friends of Madera Canyon , PO Box 1203, Green Valley, AZ 85622. This area is accessible to persons with disabilities.
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5. Calabasas Group Campground
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6. Arivaca Lake
Be the first to review!•9 SavesAccessibility is not guaranteed, always scout ahead before driving down dirt roads. Learn more: https://www.campendium.com/camping/boondocking-101/
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7. Mt. Wrightson Picnic Area
Be the first to review!•2 SavesFormerly know as Roundup Picnic Area, the new Mt. Wrightson Picnic Area is located at the end of Madera Canyon Road, as far into this area of beautiful scenery and plentiful wildlife as you can drive. Tables and fire grills are scattered in the shade of a stand of silverleaf and Arizona white oaks. Views stretch up Mt. Wrightson to the top of the Santa Ritas and down Madera Canyon to the Santa Cruz Valley and the community of Green Valley. Four of the most popular trails in the Santa Ritas start right at the Mt. Wrightson Picnic Area. Two designated National Recreation Trails, Old Baldy National Recreation Trail #372 and the Super Trail #134, both of which lead to the top of Mt. Wrightson, begin their mountain climbing journey from the left of the two parking areas. So does the Very Steep/Vault Mine Trail, which lives up to its name by scaling the north slope of Mt. Hopkins, another of the Santa Rita’s highest peaks. A lot less taxing but no less interesting is the Madera Nature Trail, which leads from the picnic area down Madera Canyon, providing great views and excellent wildlife watching along the way. There is more notable birdwatching and a good place to relax in a shady streamside setting up-canyon from the picnic area, along the higher reaches of sycamore-lined Madera Creek.
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9. Miller Backcountry Camp
1 Review•7 SavesThe Hereford Trailhead provides access to the San Pedro Trail to the San Pedro House along Highway 90 to the north, approximately 9.5 miles away, and to Waters Road to the south, approximately 3.5 miles. The Hereford trailhead includes improved parking, a picnic shelter and tables, and a toilet. The trail is available for non-motorized travel, including hiking, bicycling and equestrian riding. The trail to the north crosses under the Hereford Road Bridge, and follows a historic road along the scenic San Pedro River valley, and passes several historic farm fields that are now turning into sacaton grassland and mesquite bosque. The trail passes by the Miller Backcountry Camp approximately 6 miles north of Hereford. The camp has is primitive, with tent pads, fireplaces, and a toilet. The trail south also follows the river valley, and crosses historic farm fields also revegetating to native plant communities. The trail passes by an artesian about a mile south of the trailhead, where an aquatic habitat refugia is maintained.
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10. Huachuca Mountains
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Recent Tent Reviews In Nogales
156 Reviews of 11 Nogales Campgrounds
Mateo S.
Traveler
Caballo Loco Ranch and RV Park
Beautiful views from the remote wilderness
I have lived here for 10 months now, and love the place. Like any campground, there are malcontents that will complain about little things like not being pampered or catered to. The reality is that this is a relatively remote place where you absolutely must be self-sufficient to a large degree. There has not been full-time management until recently, but the new management team are very attentive and reasonable. Since the ranch has been under new management many of the so-called bad influences have left. If you love natural beauty, privacy, and solitude, and are willing to make some sacrifices of comfort, this is the perfect place.
Cory
ScoutCaballo Loco Ranch and RV Park
Very disorganized and people and volunteers there aren't very nice
Upon entering it was dirty and restrooms not clean. I never received info they claimed was sent, so went on a hunch. It was dirty, dogs off leash and poop everywhere. Trash disposal area was unclean attracting insects and bugs and wildlife. People living there were not nice or clean. Staff was not friendly either. We decided to leave early. Found place 20 miles away that is wonderful by comparison. Advise trying elsewhere.
Cass G.
Guide
Scotia Canyon - Coronado National Forest
One on my favorites
This is site is always a fun time, i’ve been camping along this dirt road so many times and now make it a yearly visit. All of these photos are different years. For greener grass I recommend going any month before late August! All photos taken with dry grass is October various years. Tons of dispersed camping sites and pull offs along the dirt road once you pass Parker Canyon Lake area. Good hiking in the area, tons of wildlife. Watch out for rattlesnakes and javelina especially if you have dogs with you! Most of the sites have fire rings already established so you don’t have to do much work. I’d rate it 11/10!
Joe H.ScoutCaballo Loco Ranch and RV Park
Wolf's in sheep's clothing, Beware
Place is a nightmare. Have police report from requiring police to escort due to harassment from disturbed owners. Dog was bitten by pit bull, owner did nothing but blame me and call me mentally ill. Very sick thing. Horrible road, brown water and a homeless camp setting. Go for a drive through first. And rules aren't followed. Owners Michelle and Jim even harassed the police officer, which caused me to make multiple trips to Colorado to leave. I walked away from a home, ATV and 5th wheel just to get away from these people. It's like hell on earth with demonic people.... Good luck should you go, you'll need it. Owner also posted a response comment with lies calling me names etc. These are sick evil people who will harm you, caution. Check police report from April 17th with sheriff dept.
David T.Guide
Kartchner Caverns State Park
Quiet getaway
-This was a great little spot! There is no light pollution besides maybe a neighbor that forgot to turn off their lights. -Kartchner Cave is walking distance with a great observation center even if you don’t take a tour into the caves. -Couple stores within 20miles for any forgotten items. -Spots a very large and spaced well. -Restrooms/showers well maintained *Shower water pressure is less than desired. -Visited Tombstone, AZ as well. About a 30min drive. **Watch your step, we came across a Diamond Back Rattle Snake about 4 feet from our picnic bench. ***It’s Arizona, summer times will be hot, our temp in June was 108.
keith H.ScoutCaballo Loco Ranch and RV Park
Dirty wolf's in sheep's clothing
Beware, it's foul in every way. People 55 plus still drugging and drinking. Dog poop all over, dogs not following rules and many pit bulls (my dog bite by pit bull) owner refused to help causing my move by police escort. It's a complete nightmare you'll become trapped in.. many better places close by. Picture is of my dog after going to vet in Colorado for dog bite. Owner uses the attackers owner to baby sit his dogs, so he defended her! Imagine that. Owner harassing caused police escort to move, he harassed cop too. A very sick and sad pathetic place... Truth stings sometimes.. sorry to be negative, but if it saves kind folks time and money I'm okay with it.
- Berton M.
Legend
Patagonia Lake State Park
Lakeside Campground
Great campground located on a lake. It's offers all the standard campground amenities. I do really like the birdwatching area outside the visitor center. There's also a small beach you can swim at.
Pedro G.Guide
Bog Springs Campground
4th time visiting favorite place!
This campground sits among tall trees and offers stunning views of the surroundings. It's great for people who love nature. The restrooms are clean and convenient, and there are cozy fireplaces to keep warm. Whether you're enjoying the fire or admiring the scenery, it's a peaceful place to relax outdoors with your family and friends, fires are not allowed year round so you might what to visit the website for fire restrictions. Great hikes nearby perfect for bird watchers.
- HHarold P.Traveler
Kartchner Caverns State Park
Friendly clean campground
Stayed one night will return to explore more. Clean restrooms, nice showers, friendly camp hosts.
Joel R.Legend
Quail Ridge RV Resort
Clean but lots of permanent & semi-permanent
This is a very large RV. “Resort” just off Hwy 90 north of Huachuca City AZ. It’s about 20 minutes to Sierra Vista, and 30 minutes to Tombstone. Wide streets for easy maneuvering even larger RVs. 30/50 amp, water, electricity, and sewer. Several bathroom/showers, laundry, WiFi. Good sized dog run. Many of the sites look like they are permanent or semi-permanent! I saw some for sale signs on lots, do you may be able to purchase a spot here.
- rrob D.Guide
Patagonia Lake State Park
Older Facilities
Good campground for fishermen and bird watchers. There is also some hiking available.
Pros - well maintained facilities but a little old. Hot showers and clean bathrooms. Camping next to the lake. The campground has a visitor center and camp store.
Cons - campsites are very close with limited privacy.
- AAndrew M.
Ranger
Lakeview Campground
Comfortable in S. AZ
First come first serve sites with a variety of pull-through or back-in sites. Pit toilets that were kept clean and supplied(TP) by camp host. Only downside was that the hand sanitizer dispensers were empty. Horse shoes available. 0.5 miles to the lake with access included in cost of campsite($20/night). Easy reach for Sierra Vista, Bisbee and Coronado National Monument
- Joel R.Legend
Mountain View RV Park
Nice rv park, not great
This is an ok rv park. It’s not fancy. But it has what we need. We have reservations for a month. Had planned to stay at RV park down the road, but they didn’t have a working shower, and we didn’t think we could go a month without, This park has 72 pull through sites, water, 30/50 amp electric, and sewer. Monthly sites charge extra for electricity. There are 2 bathrooms/showers which are passable. There is a big dog run, and a small one for small dogs. They have laundry and an exercise room. Internet is spotty. There are a few tent sites. There is an RV service and sales facilities adjacent to the park
Bill R.RangerKartchner Caverns State Park
Fairly new State Park with most of the amenities and a cavern
We stayed here for 5 nights at the end of March, 2023. The campground has paved roads, showers, dump station, water & electric hookups and the usual campsite set-up.
Three trails are located within the park. The campground itself is large, sites somewhat spaced apart and the grounds have a lot of stubby trees which were leafless when we were there.
A large visitor center is near the park entrance and the cavern is up the hill behind the center. We reserved and did the Rotunda/Throne Tour. It was very cool and our 1st cave tour. I would suggest reading the rules for tours before reserving. Access to the cavern is very controlled as far as how you get in and what you can take. There's quite a story about how this park came into being.
The location of the park allows quick access to the I-10 and the town of Benson, about 12 miles away. Other interesting sights are within an hour or so of the park.
OllieTraveler
Harshaw Ave - Coronado National Forest
Oliver’s Truck Camping Experience
I enjoyed this camp site overall. It was only 10 minutes away from Patagonia and it had lots of dry firewood. The downside is there is no water source and also road noise. I was there Friday night through Monday morning and heard road noice throughout the night except for Sunday night.
I would recommend exploring above where the pin is because there is more free dispersed camping that will be quieter and more remote.
- Bill R.Ranger
Patagonia Lake State Park
Very busy, lots of families with kids, good location for exploring the area
We stayed here once in March of 2020. Must have Spring Break - tons of families, tons of kids, dogs and a few old timers. There's a couple short hikes from the campground that were OK. Lots of birds, saw a couple javelinas.
There's some boat rentals and a small visitor center/general store. We had water and electric at our site. Sites can be pretty close together with boundaries undefined. Shore of the lake difficult to get to in places because of thick vegetation. East CG is maybe a little less busy than the west.
Lots of places to explore nearby - Tubac, Madera Canyon, the Town of Patagonia, Ramsey Canyon near Sierra Vista, which is a good place to resupply and other more far flung places like Tombstone.
It was to have a lake by the campground which is a little unusual in Arizona. The land is different than the Sonoran desert of Tucson but still cool. We probably wouldn't go back unless it was offseason.
Victoria M.ScoutNogales Recreation Area
Permanently closed
Area is Permanently closed
- MMarlo C.Traveler
Tierra De La Paz
Peaceful and Serene
Large desert landscaped site, neat bbq area, swinging bench. I really loved this place- the owner was super nice . It is apparent they take pride in their land and they have fixed it up nicely.
- hholly C.Ranger
Harshaw Ave - Coronado National Forest
Nice camp sites right on the road
Nice camp sites right along on the side of the road. Loose cows. Site worked for a night.
- TTracy T.Guide
Miller Canyon Road
Not sure if permit needed
Came in late last night and I think I saw a sign for a permit. The coordinates drop you off at a trailhead?? Went up another .5 miles and found a spot to pull over. Might be more up the way.. it’s beautiful, but I’m leaving bc not sure if allowed and don’t want to be disrespectful
- Tate H.Scout
Sonoita Camping on Winery Row
Property no longer exists
This property no longer exists.
Jake C.LegendSonoita Camping on Winery Row
Stay in Winery Row!
Jake from the Dyrt here! Sonita Camping is new to the Dyrt and has spots to make your stay in Winery Row a memorable one! Check them out and leave a review about your stay on the Dyrt!
- Jake C.Legend
Tierra De La Paz
Desert Camping with Nearby Activities
Jake from the Dyrt here! Tierra De La Paz is a quiet desert camp to enjoy the serenity of the open space. Check them out and share your experience on the Dyrt!
- Pedro G.Guide
Bog Springs Campground
Favorite place!
This is my favorite campground close to me great views, good place to take your family, drinking water, food storage, fires are permites in the pits depending on fire danger usually only permitted during winter months. Great hikes nearby still haven’t tried road biking hope to get to it soon.
Ahren A.Scout
Pima County Fairgrounds RV Park
Ok for short stay.
It's a no-frills campground. Basically it looks like a huge drive-in theater for RV's; without the movie. There are a few sections of this campground that have trees and nicer sites, but not everyone gets a tree site. In the open areas you don't want to put out your awning if you want to keep it. Don't bring the kids, not even a playground. However, what it lacks in frills it makes up in being neat and clean. Roads, laundry, bathrooms and park areas are well maintained. There is also a very nice desert nature trail with information signs about the vegetation. We were here for two hot weeks.
- MMaryrose L.Scout
Rancho del Nido
It is so quiet and beautiful
This campground with water and electric was quiet and beautiful. There were horse trails all around and you can bring your horses too. Dog friendly, and the owners were available if needed.
Come for the stars,if nothing else.
Toree M.GuideQuail Ridge RV Resort
Great for the price!
Clean, easy to locate, and great for the price! Laundry, bathroom, and showers. Easy to maneuver our 34 footer here. There’s a little dog park area and two dumpsters!
Guide to Nogales
Camping near Nogales, Arizona, offers a unique blend of stunning landscapes and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking to pitch a tent or park your RV, there are plenty of options to explore.
What to do:
Hiking and Exploring: The area is rich in trails and natural beauty. Many campers enjoy the proximity to Saguaro National Park, which offers breathtaking views and hiking opportunities. One visitor mentioned, "The campground is so cool!!! I prefer to be in nature while camping and this is it!" at Gilbert Ray Campground.
Wildlife Watching: Birdwatching and spotting local wildlife are popular activities. A camper at Cieneguita Dispersed Camping Area noted, "Prairie dogs and pronghorn antelope are daily visitors. Too many birds to count."
Visiting Historical Sites: The nearby town of Tombstone is famous for its Wild West history. One camper at Tombstone RV & Campground shared, "It’s about 5 minutes from the town of Tombstone."
What campers like:
- Scenic Views: Campers appreciate the beautiful surroundings. A review for Bog Springs Campground highlighted, "This campground sits among tall trees and offers stunning views of the surroundings."
- Clean Facilities: Many campgrounds in the area are well-maintained. A visitor at Tucson - Lazydays KOA remarked, "The staff was great and the customer service was great. All the amenities were clean and in good condition."
- Quiet Atmosphere: Campers enjoy the peaceful environment. One camper at Kartchner Caverns State Park Campground mentioned, "This was a great little spot! There is no light pollution besides maybe a neighbor that forgot to turn off their lights."
What you should know:
- Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Snyder Hill BLM Camping Area, lack basic facilities. A reviewer noted, "There is no drinking water, no electric hookups, and no toilets."
- Crowded During Peak Seasons: Popular spots can fill up quickly, especially during holidays. A visitor at Patagonia Lake State Park Campground mentioned, "Very busy, lots of families with kids."
- Wildlife Caution: While wildlife is a highlight, be cautious. One camper at Kartchner Caverns State Park Campground warned, "Watch your step, we came across a Diamond Back Rattle Snake about 4 feet from our picnic bench."
Tips for camping with families:
- Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with amenities for kids. A camper at Tucson - Lazydays KOA appreciated the "planned activities" available for families.
- Bring Outdoor Games: Many campgrounds have open spaces for games. One visitor at Lakeview Campground suggested, "Bring the kids' bikes so they can explore a bit and enjoy the sunsets."
- Plan for Quiet Time: After a day of activities, ensure there's time to relax. A camper at Gilbert Ray Campground noted, "Quiet and relaxing."
Tips from RVers:
- Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Quail Ridge RV Resort mentioned, "With my 42ft trailer I had no problem getting around."
- Utilize Dump Stations: Many campgrounds have dump stations available. A camper at Tombstone RV & Campground appreciated the "sanitary dump" facilities.
- Stay Connected: Some areas have poor cell service, so plan accordingly. A visitor at Kartchner Caverns State Park Campground noted, "Verizon and ATT are not good, but they do offer wifi."
Camping near Nogales, AZ, offers a mix of adventure and relaxation, making it a great spot for families and RVers alike.
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Nogales, AZ is Harshaw Ave - Coronado National Forest with a 4.5-star rating from 2 reviews.
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