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Places to Camp near Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument

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Whether you're an RVer or tent camper, Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument, AZ is a great place to post up for the weekend—or longer. Enjoy the scenic camping, fun activities, and sights and sounds of Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument. You're sure to find the perfect spot for your Arizona camping adventure.

Best Camping Sites Near Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument, AZ (18)

  1. Camper-submitted photo from Twin Peaks Campground — Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument

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    Twin Peaks Campground — Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument

    36 Reviews
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    43 Saves
    Lukeville, Arizona

    Overview

    Twin Peaks Campground is located within Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument, in the heart of the Sonoran Desert. This landscape reveals a thriving community of plants, animals, and human stories that echo throughout this desert preserve, chronicling thousands of years of desert living. A scenic drive, a wilderness hike, or a night of camping will expose you to a flourishing, living desert.__

    Recreation

    Along with photography and birding, hiking is ideal here. There is a .9 mile (1.4 km) perimeter trail around Twin Peaks Campground, and the 1.2 mile (2 km) Desert View Trail located near the group camping area. Beyond the campground area, miles of hiking trails lace Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument, some easy, others more strenuous. Some of the best hiking is off the beaten trails out in the canyons with a map and compass to guide you. Always carry water and snacks, and avoid hiking during the hottest parts of the day. More detailed trail information is available in the park newspaper and in person at the Kris Eggle Visitor Center.

    Facilities

    Twin Peaks offers both group and single campsites. Campsites are available by reservation only. Same day reservations may be available. Reservations can be made up to 6 months in advance.__ Flush toilets and potable water are located within the campground.__ All campsites have picnic tables and charcoal grills.__ Restrooms have running water and restrooms 1,4 & 5 have solar heated showers. Water may not be warm on cloudy days, or early in the morning.__ Restrooms 3,4, and 6 are closed April-December.__ Site numbers 71-145 are closed April-December.__ Site numbers 1,7,15,17,21,178,183,187,193, and 203 have shade structures.__ No hookups available for electricity, water or sewer. A dump station is located at the southern end of the campground, past the last row of tent campsites.__ Generators are permitted in campsites #1-#112 from 8:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. only. Generators are not permitted in RV sites #113-#174, or the tent only sites, #175-#208.__Generators are permitted in Group Campground sites #1 and #2 only.__ RVs are not permitted in sites 175-208. Ground fires are prohibited. Raised firepits are permitted.__ Twin Peaks Campground Kiosk hours are 9:30 AM-5:00 PM daily, January-April.__ Kris Eggle Visitor Center hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m daily. Free Wifi is available at the visitor center.__

    Natural Features

    Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument exhibits an extraordinary collection of plants and animals of the Sonoran Desert. This is a showcase for creatures who have adapted themselves to the extreme temperatures, intense sunlight, and little rainfall that characterize this Southwest region. Thirty-one species of cacti have mastered the art of living in this place, including the park's namesake and the giant saguaro. Here, the life of the Sonoran Desert is protected and allowed to flourish under nearly ideal wilderness conditions. The monument is an outstanding natural preserve where one of the Earth's major ecosystems survives almost unspoiled.

    contact_info

    For facility specific information, please call (520) 387-6849.

    Nearby Attractions

    Lukeville Port of Entry to Mexico - approximately 5 miles (8km) to the south of the Kris Eggle Visitor Center and Twin Peaks Campground. Gas is available.__ Historic Ajo, AZ - approximately 33 miles (53 km) north of Twin Peaks Campground following SR 85. Gas, restaurants, shops, and groceries are available.__

    Charges & Cancellations

    • Pets
    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Standard (Tent/RV)

    $50 / night

  2. Camper-submitted photo from Gunsight Wash BLM Dispersed camping atea

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    Gunsight Wash BLM Dispersed camping atea

    15 Reviews
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    54 Saves
    Ajo, Arizona

    Dispersed camping near Why, AZ in the Sonoran Desert.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Dispersed
  3. Camper-submitted photo from Alamo Canyon Primitive Campground — Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument

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    Alamo Canyon Primitive Campground — Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument

    4 Reviews
    24 Photos
    25 Saves
    Lukeville, Arizona

    Overview

    Alamo Canyon Campground sits nestled at the base of the Ajo mountains in Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument. This primitive campground provides scenic views of the surrounding mountains and Sonoran Desert, along with spectacular night sky viewing and peaceful quiet.

    Recreation

    Along with photography and birding, hiking is ideal here. There is a .9 mile point to point trail that leads into Alamo Canyon from the campground. Beyond the campground there are miles of hiking trails laced around Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument, some easy, others more strenuous. Always carry water and snacks, and avoid hiking during the hottest parts of the day. Stop at the Kris Eggle Visitor Center for recommendations.

    Facilities

    Alamo Canyon Campground has four campsites with charcoal grills, picnic tables, a pit toilet, and trash cans. It is tent camping only; RVs, motorhomes, and trailers are not permitted. Wood fires and ground fires are not allowed. Generators are prohibited.

    Natural Features

    Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument exhibits an extraordinary collection of plants and animals of the Sonoran Desert. This is a showcase for creatures who have adapted themselves to the extreme temperatures, intense sunlight, and little rainfall that characterize this Southwest region. Thirty-one species of cacti have mastered the art of living in this place, including the park's namesake and the giant saguaro. Here, the life of the Sonoran Desert is protected and allowed to flourish under nearly ideal wilderness conditions. The monument is an outstanding natural preserve where one of the Earth's major ecosystems survives almost unspoiled.

    Nearby Attractions

    Lukeville Port of Entry to Mexico - approximately 18 miles (29 km) south of Alamo Canyon Campground following SR 85. Gas is available.__ Historic Ajo, AZ - approximately 26 miles (42 km) north of Alamo Canyon Campground following SR 85. Gas, restaurants, shops, an art gallery, and groceries are available.__

    • Pets
    • Tents
    • Trash
    • Toilets
    • Alcohol

    $16 / night

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  5. Camper-submitted photo from Gachado Line Camp — Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument
  6. Camper-submitted photo from Coyote Howls East RV Park

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    Coyote Howls East RV Park

    3 Reviews
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    8 Saves
    Ajo, Arizona

    Welcome to Why, AZ and the Coyote Howls Campgrounds! We have two amazing RV Parks for our guests to choose from. Both parks are very people friendly, pet-friendly, and easily accessible.

    Staying at Coyote Howls East Is like boondocking with benefits!

    Primitive camping or boondocking usually means camping with limited to no accommodations. Here at Coyote Howls East, we offer primitive camping with some great perks!

    Our guests have access to water, a laundry room, dump stations*, restrooms, and bathhouses. Guests also have access to a library, a computer room and you even have a limited mail service. Can’t beat that!

    Most of our long-term guests here at Coyote Howls East use solar systems to generate their own power on site.

    Located in the heart of the Sonoran Desert, Coyote Howls East offers many activities including music jams and Friday night dances.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
  7. Camper-submitted photo from Ajo BLM Dispersed

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    Ajo BLM Dispersed

    6 Reviews
    22 Photos
    49 Saves
    Ajo, Arizona
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Dispersed
    • Alcohol
  8. Camper-submitted photo from Sonoran Skies Campground

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    Sonoran Skies Campground

    2 Reviews
    11 Photos
    7 Saves
    Ajo, Arizona
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
  9. Camper-submitted photo from Coyote Howls West RV Park

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    Coyote Howls West RV Park

    2 Reviews
    16 Photos
    5 Saves
    Ajo, Arizona

    Coyote Howls West is the place to stay for those needing full hookups!

    Coyote Howls West offers it guests water, electric, and sewer hookups. It has large and level sites that are easy to access. A beautifully landscaped park that offers some amazing sunsets and dark skies for those who love to stargaze.

    Like it’s sister site (Coyote Howls East) the atmosphere is friendly and there is an abundant amount of things to do.

    If you are interested in the local arts and culture, you are only ten minutes from Ajo, AZ, ten minutes from the Tohono O’odham Indian Nation and 30 minutes from Sonoyta, Sonora, Mexico!

    In addition to the on-site amenities, Coyote Howls West patrons are welcome to use any and all of the amenities available in the Coyote Howls East park.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
  10. Camper-submitted photo from Hickiwan Trails Tribal RV Park

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    Hickiwan Trails Tribal RV Park

    1 Review
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    2 Saves
    Ajo, Arizona

    Close to Organ Pipe National Monument.

    Two hours’ drive from Puerto Peñasco. In the Sonoran Desert. Beautiful sunrises, sunsets & fabulous desert night skies.

    Short walk to casino and convenience store.

    Hickiwan Trails features 94 full hookup (water, sewer,& electric) sites, each with concrete patio. 25 sites with 50amp services.

    Contact us at (520) 362-3267 for more information or to reserve a spot.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

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