Best Camping near Parker, AZ

Parker is an ideal place for camping adventures of all kinds. Aside from great camping spots, you'll find hiking and many more outdoor experiences. Thinking of traveling with kids? You're in luck—Parker is surrounded by family-friendly activities. Get the dirt on all the best camping near Parker. Browse campgrounds by amenities, site types, and more.

Best Camping Sites Near Parker, AZ (174)

    Camper-submitted photo from Buckskin Mountain State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Buckskin Mountain State Park Campground
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    Camper-submitted photo from Buckskin Mountain State Park Campground
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    Camper-submitted photo from Buckskin Mountain State Park Campground

    1. Buckskin Mountain State Park Campground

    25 Reviews
    61 Photos
    237 Saves
    Parker Dam, California

    Main Campground

    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs

    $35 - $43 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Cattail Cove State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Cattail Cove State Park Campground
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    2. Cattail Cove State Park Campground

    23 Reviews
    69 Photos
    167 Saves
    Parker Dam, California

    Lower Campground

    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs

    $30 - $40 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from River Island State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from River Island State Park Campground
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    3. River Island State Park Campground

    16 Reviews
    69 Photos
    135 Saves
    Parker Dam, California

    Main Campground

    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $30 / night

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    Camper-submitted photo from Crossroads Campground
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    5. Crossroads Campground

    10 Reviews
    46 Photos
    144 Saves
    Earp, California

    Overview

    Crossroads Campground is located on the riverfront of the beautiful Lower Colorado River. This campground is popular with winter visitors looking to enjoy the warm winter temperatures and relax on the riverfront. This campground has great access to fishing, boating and off-roading.

    Recreation

    The Lower Colorado River offers excellent boating, fishing, canoeing and swimming opportunities. The campground provides river front views and a beach. Just follow the Parker Dam Road Scenic Backcountry Byway to various recreation sites along the river. The Rock House Visitor Center and Boat Launch are within a mile of the campground, and offers information and a free boat launch open year-round. Other popular activities in the Parker Strip Recreation Area include hiking, biking, rock hounding and off-road vehicle travel.

    Facilities

    The Lower Colorado River offers excellent boating, fishing, canoeing and swimming opportunities. The campground provides river front views and a beach. Just follow the Parker Dam Road Scenic Backcountry Byway to various recreation sites along the river. The Rock House Visitor Center and Boat Launch are within a mile of the campground, and offers information and a free boat launch open year-round. Other popular activities in the Parker Strip Recreation Area include hiking, biking, rock hounding and off-road vehicle travel.

    Natural Features

    The campground is situated on the shoreline of the Lower Colorado River. The river runs through a backdrop of steep rocky terrain, and wind shaped sand dunes. The area is teeming with wildlife, especially fish, migratory birds and small mammals.

    Nearby Attractions

    The Copper Basin Dunes and Crossroads Off- Highway Vehicle Open Areas offer miles of off-road adventures. Rock hounders enjoy hiking and driving through the area to search for unique rocks. Rock House Visitor Center has a free boat launch and a visitor center stocked with brochures and information about the area.

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

    $5 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Havasu State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Havasu State Park Campground
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    6. Lake Havasu State Park Campground

    23 Reviews
    77 Photos
    159 Saves
    Lake Havasu City, Arizona

    The state park campground is located right in Lake Havasu City, AZ and is open year 'round. All sites now have 50 amp electrical hookups and access to potable water at individual sites. Nightly camping fee is standard $35 a night, $40 for beachfront sites. Your camping fee includes the use of the shower/restroom, water, dump station, and use of park day-use facilities. Campsites include a picnic table and a fire ring. Most sites have shade ramadas. Most sites can accommodate both RVs/Motorhomes and tents. The maximum length of stay is 14 nights and there is a maximum of six guests per vehicle or 10 total for a site. Check-out time is 12 noon. Check-in time is 2 p.m. All fees must be in advance. Please register at Contact Station. Note: From April 1 through Sept. 30, there is a two night minimum stay for weekend camping: you must reserve both Friday & Saturday night. For Memorial Day weekend, July 4th (when it falls on a weekend), Labor Day weekend and Columbus Day weekend, there is a three night minimum stay for holiday weekend camping: you must reserve Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights.

    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs

    $35 - $119 / night

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    7. Emerald Cove Resort

    10 Reviews
    21 Photos
    27 Saves
    Earp, California
    • Pets
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
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    Camper-submitted photo from BlueWater Resort & Casino
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    8. BlueWater Resort & Casino

    8 Reviews
    3 Photos
    28 Saves
    Earp, California

    BlueWater Resort & Casino allows patrons to park RV's in their lot for 3 days. The 1st night is free, the 2nd night is $10, the 3rd night is $5 (total of $15 for 3 days). Contact the BlueWater Resort & Casino for information.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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Pet-friendly camping near Parker

Recent Reviews in Parker

562 Reviews of 174 Parker Campgrounds


  • Imerie T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Quartzite - La Posa
    Dec. 17, 2024

    Quartzite - La Posa

    La Posa South

    Way to busy and packed We like our space and people park so close The lines for the dump station and trash are long. Water is drinkable but gross. Not worth it when you can move around free blm and not have as many neighbors.

  • Imerie T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Dome Rock Road Camp
    Dec. 16, 2024

    Dome Rock Road Camp

    Better than the paid LTVA

    We loved Dome Rock. It was so much better than the paid the LTVAs. It had less people and much more quiet. Our group had a blast at Dome Rock. We stayed on the side off of Cholla Rd.

  • Clifford R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Black Rock RV Village
    Dec. 6, 2024

    Black Rock RV Village

    1st time here

    What a wonderful place to stay. Great pool. Quartile just down the road. Highly recommend! Will book a couple weeks again next October.

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Plomosa Road
    Dec. 4, 2024

    Plomosa Road

    Gorgeous views

    We arrived late in the evening and found the perfect spot. Stayed only 1 night. But by the views were awesome.

  • Danny T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Plamosa BLM Dispersed Camping Area
    Nov. 30, 2024

    Plamosa BLM Dispersed Camping Area

    Great spot for larger rigs

    This is a really easy spot to get to. It’s just north of Quartzite but had a much better vibe and quality of camper. Great sunsets We went on thanksgiving weekend and we had no problem finding a spot. Still pretty crowded but we were a decent distance from other campers. Quiet at night.

  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Ehrenberg Dispersed Camping
    Nov. 25, 2024

    Ehrenberg Dispersed Camping

    Erenberg Dispersed Camping - quiet and serene

    This is a great dispersed camping spot as it’s pretty far from the freeway so you can barely hear the big trucks going by on Hwy 10. Slept like a rock.

  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from River Island State Park Campground
    Nov. 22, 2024

    River Island State Park Campground

    Great little state park

    This is a small park, but the stay has been great. It’s quiet, the staff is super friendly and I had the best shower here that I’ve had at any campground I’ve been to during my 7 weeks on the road.

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Mayflower Park
    Nov. 22, 2024

    Mayflower Park

    Good Experience

    Stayed the week before Thanksgiving/ mild weather. Mid week so not crowded. Reserved ahead in campground near next to the river. There are day use picnic spots between the campsites and the river which was unique. Since there was only one other camper in that section and and day users it was no problem. On a crowded weekend it could get weird. The views of the river and the mountains in the distance were so nice. Staff was super friendly on the way in. Bathrooms were clean and well stocked. Campsite parking is on grass. Watch out for the little stumps/poles separating campsites. They blend in with the grass at certain times. Nice variety of birds. Only stayed one night, but good time.

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Alamo Lake Dispersed Campsite
    Nov. 13, 2024

    Alamo Lake Dispersed Campsite

    Alamo disperse camping on BLM

    Beautiful lake view and awesome sky at night! Only drawback are the UHVs flying around stirring up dust and taking away from the peace and quiet that should come with off grid camping in a federal wilderness area. Can’t fly a six inch drone because might disturb someone but you can fly around in a loud UHV! They are ruining the experience. They need a remote spot well away from camping sites and hiking areas.

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Salome KOA
    Nov. 13, 2024

    Salome KOA

    Dump station

    Called and Lady said dump station only open from 8-4 and price is now 15 instead if 10. Did not stay just passing through area and not enough time to actually use dump station.

  • Imerie T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Plamosa BLM Dispersed Camping Area
    Nov. 10, 2024

    Plamosa BLM Dispersed Camping Area

    Beautiful

    Plamosa Rd blm camping is such a great spot. The camphost is amazing and it’s a wide open area with many spots It’s quiet and dark at night. Perfect for camping/boondocking

  • Greg L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Kofa National Wildlife Refuge - Crystal Hill Free Campsites
    Nov. 8, 2024

    Kofa National Wildlife Refuge - Crystal Hill Free Campsites

    Crystal hill rock hounding

    Crystal Hill-Kofa National Wildlife Refuge.

    Free remote dispersed camping. South of Quartzite along hwy 95.

    NEVERMIND the BLM no camping sign at the hwy turnoff, go 3.1 mi to Kofa Refuge boundary and then to the 5.7 mi point and you reach Crystal Hill. There is a loop with about several back in remote style campsites. No signs, no toilets, no water, no trash, no tables, no fire rings. However cell seems good. 14d camping limit. The road in is washboard rocky gravel. Also more camping spots between the Kofa boundary and Crystal Hill.

    Important note! The turnoff from hwy 95 is between mp 96 and mp 95. As of Nov 2024 there is a significant dip leaving the hwy that may be problematic for trailers or long RVs, causing you to drag the rear end or hitch... Recon first..

  • Greg L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lone Tree Dispersed Camping BLM
    Nov. 5, 2024

    Lone Tree Dispersed Camping BLM

    Ugly gravel pit next to hwy

    This spot is best for a quick layover and then move on. Just an old gravel pit,th no water, no toilets, no trash. Only a few miles north of the town and Walmart. There were a couple of broke down burned out vehicles that added to the ambiance. No cell in the lower pit but ok cell on upper level.

  • kThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Havasu BLM Dispersed
    Nov. 5, 2024

    Havasu BLM Dispersed

    The rock concert at midnight was unwelcome.

    Easy place to find a open spot in the back and quiet until some dumbass pulled in and starts their generator and blares Pink Floyd .

  • Thomas and James S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Craggy Wash BLM
    Nov. 1, 2024

    Craggy Wash BLM

    Large area with plenty of space

    We spent 4 days here and it was very nice! People seem respectful on the UTVs. Local amenities are super super convenient!

  • Marian B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from River Island State Park Campground
    Oct. 31, 2024

    River Island State Park Campground

    Ok Campground for a good price for a night

    Campground has good Level sites, Price is pretty cheap for this area (30 $ with hooks, 20 $ for dry on the boat parking lot). Restrooms could be better (the shower didn't allowed me to adjust the temperature, is was like liquid fire).

  • Akash Ahmad B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Pattie's RV Park
    Oct. 17, 2024

    Pattie's RV Park

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  • Akash Ahmad B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Pattie's RV Park
    Oct. 17, 2024

    Pattie's RV Park

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  • Patrick J.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Arizona Oasis RV Resort
    Oct. 3, 2024

    Arizona Oasis RV Resort

    Great stop - Nice location on the river

    Stopped here for one night as we were passing through. The staff we met were MJ and Carrie, very nice and friendly who wanted to make sure we were taken care of. The sites were long enough to not unhitch and the utilities were placed well. It was a short walk to the river where we spent some time. Departed the next day.

  • Jackie G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Craggy Wash - Dispersed Camping Area
    Oct. 2, 2024

    Craggy Wash - Dispersed Camping Area

    Solid Overnight Stop

    We stopped here as a one night stop on our way to New Mexico. It was a decently maintained dirt road, you should know how to crawl around potholes and/or have a higher clearance vehicle. I could see a 2WD getting stuck in the sand/fine rock areas. If you want to sleep in at all, definitely pick the west side of a large rock structure to help block the morning sun. It very quickly got hot, but with no canopy on the tent at night, we slept comfortably.

  • B9 G.
    Camper-submitted photo from Shady Lane RV Park
    Sep. 23, 2024

    Shady Lane RV Park

    Beautiful Place

    Super clean, friendly, and welcoming—great energy and quick to help me find my spot even when I arrived late!

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from River Sands RV Resort
    Sep. 22, 2024

    River Sands RV Resort

    A brand new desert oasis!*

    Huge resort with spacious spots and full hook up’s. Mostly flat with paved roads everywhere you will take your rv/camper on your visit. Close and easy access to Colorado River for swimming, boating, seadoos and off-leash dog walking/playing. Exceptional clubhouse with a gym and enough room to stretch out, remote work, or to catch a game with fam and friends on their big flat screen tv. Firepit and golf cart rentals plus smores kits and doggie bags with a bandana, dog toy and treats are also available. Super pet and kid friendly with play systems and a 2000sqft dog park. The store could use more ‘store’ items but there is a family dollar directly across the street.

    They also have tiny homes for rent and I think the longest rv spot is almost 72-80’ long.

    Clean bathhouse and laundry facilities. Free WiFi. So much to mention and I know I’m missing something but I hope i helped.

    Don’t forget to ask Lou if you can purchase the wakeboard in the office. And tell them you heard about the first flight discount for 20% off.

    *The resort is really big. About a half mile long or more. If you have trouble doing long walks or walking in general then renting a golf cart is highly recommended.

  • Kamal H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Pattie's RV Park
    Sep. 21, 2024

    Pattie's RV Park

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    Camper-submitted photo from Pattie's RV Park
    Sep. 18, 2024

    Pattie's RV Park

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Guide to Parker

Camping near Parker, Arizona, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking to relax by the river or explore the outdoors, this area has something for every type of camper.

What to do:

  • Fishing and Boating: The Colorado River is perfect for fishing and boating. Campers at Buckskin Mountain State Park Campground enjoy the river views and activities. One reviewer mentioned, "It is a beautifully kept campground. Our dogs enjoyed the spacious and grassy dog park."

  • Hiking: There are several trails around the area. At Cattail Cove State Park Campground, one camper noted, "Hiking trails leave directly from the park and wind along the lakeshore and into the desert landscape."

  • Swimming: Many campgrounds have designated swimming areas. A visitor at Lake Havasu State Park Campground shared, "The park is gorgeous with looping campsite areas, rentable cabins, and winding paths."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A review for River Island State Park Campground stated, "Very clean and well maintained state park on the river."
  • Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds offer roomy sites. One camper at Alamo Lake State Park Campground mentioned, "Super awesome sites, very clean and very quiet."
  • Community Feel: Campers enjoy the friendly atmosphere. A visitor at Cattail Cove State Park Campground said, "We were simply blown away by the community, camaraderie, and fellowship we found here."

What you should know:

  • Cell Service: Cell reception can be spotty. A camper at Lake Havasu State Park Campground noted, "Verizon service was spotty at best, not reliable."
  • Reservations: Some campgrounds fill up quickly, especially during peak seasons. A visitor at Buckskin Mountain State Park Campground mentioned, "We showed up early, and the spot we were assigned was occupied."
  • Wildlife: Be prepared for wildlife encounters. One camper at Burro Creek Campground shared, "The creek has beavers, and rattlesnakes appear in the summer months alongside the cows."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Dog-Friendly Areas: Many campgrounds allow pets. A reviewer at Cattail Cove State Park Campground noted, "Our dogs enjoyed the spacious and grassy dog park."
  • Family Activities: Look for campgrounds with swimming and fishing options. A camper at Lake Havasu State Park Campground mentioned, "The bathrooms offer flush toilets, sinks and warm showers."
  • Community Events: Some parks host events like potlucks. A visitor at Cattail Cove State Park Campground said, "Each year this small park hosts a thriving Christmas potluck."

Tips from RVers:

  • Hookups Availability: Check for electric and water hookups. A camper at River Island State Park Campground mentioned, "The utilities are centered on the pad, which was nice."
  • Dump Stations: Make sure to know where the nearest dump station is located. One reviewer at Lake Havasu State Park Campground noted, "The RV dump tanks were close by, as is the vast boat launch area."
  • Space for Big Rigs: Many campgrounds are big rig friendly. A visitor at Alamo Lake State Park Campground shared, "Great views and camping."

Camping around Parker, AZ, is a great way to enjoy the outdoors with family and friends. With a variety of campgrounds and activities, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What camping is available near Parker, AZ?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Parker, AZ offers a wide range of camping options, with 174 campgrounds and RV parks near Parker, AZ and 55 free dispersed camping spots.

  • Which is the most popular campground near Parker, AZ?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Parker, AZ is Buckskin Mountain State Park Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 25 reviews.

  • Where can I find free dispersed camping near Parker, AZ?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 55 free dispersed camping spots near Parker, AZ.

  • What parks are near Parker, AZ?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 6 parks near Parker, AZ that allow camping, notably Mojave National Preserve and Prescott National Forest.