Best Equestrian Camping near Phoenix, AZ

Recent Equestrian Reviews in Phoenix

204 Reviews of 19 Phoenix Campgrounds

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  Lisa M.

  Ranger

  

  Oct. 31, 2024

  Lost Dutchman State Park Campground

  Amazing view and great hikes

  We only got to stay here one night, but it is very beautiful. At the base of the Superstition mountains, which are awesome. Out of the city, so nice and quiet. All the sites are paved and fairly level. There are many sites that have pull through, electric, and water. The showers were good. Many hiking trails in the area. Would love to stay here a little longer.

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  Becca C.

  Guide

  

  Sep. 29, 2024

  Lost Dutchman State Park Campground

  SUPERStition Views

  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.

  They offer sites with electric and water, and sites for dry camping, along with some cabins and group sites you can reserve. The sites offer as much privacy as one can expect in the desert and are not super close together, except for the site numbers 70+ which are only available in winter typically. There are plenty of hiking trails and activities in the park and nearby. The bathrooms and showers are clean and well maintained, and they even have a small dog “park” for your best pal to run off some energy.

  Favorite things about the park: The views and the wild life. We have seen so many beautiful birds, from quail and owls to roadrunners and vultures, along with several different types of squirrels, lizards, hare, and coyotes.

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  Patricia N.

  Ranger

  

  Sep. 24, 2024

  Lost Dutchman State Park Campground

  Spectacular views

  If traveling near Phoenix you should make this state campground a number one option.

  The towering superstition mountain range is a beautiful site and while we were there we were able to watch a hiker who was rescued. This hiker was not injured, just afraid to come back down the trail. Guess going up is easier than coming down.

  The site we had had power and water. The showers in the restrooms were not great but something is better than nothing.

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  Jim A.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 13, 2024

  Lost Dutchman State Park Campground

  Great place to Stay

  Fairly close to our home (30 miles) but we love to do 1-2 nighters here when we have the time.  There is plenty to see around the area.  Park is well maintained.  Spots are close but not too close to each other.  Its a little elevated so the valley views are great.  Gets a little warm during the summer - after all it is AZ.  Theres an old Gold Mine nearby to visit.

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  Caitlin S.

  Guide

  

  May. 15, 2024

  Crown King Area (Horsethief Basin lake)

  Gorgeous secluded town for off-roading & camping

  Gorgeous easy dirt road ~27 miles from i17/Bumble bee. (There’s also a much more difficult trail from lake pleasant that requires very experienced off-roading 4x4). Great food and drinks(alcohol) at the crown king saloon and Mimi’s Cafe. There are amazing camping areas just past the main town, and even all the way up near Horsetheif Basin which is about 7 miles past crown king(requires 4x4). There is also an amazing ~30 mile trail from crown king that leads all the way to Prescott called Senator Highway. This also requires experienced 4x4 and like the trail to Horsetheif basin, there are many areas that are only single vehicle width. Amazing weather all year round, but extremely limited travel available while snow is on the ground.

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  Emmi O.

  Guide

  

  Apr. 23, 2024

  Goldfield Ghost Town Dry Camping

  Camping for one night

  Camping for one night and it was 30$. Very clean restrooms and showers!

  We were almost only campers there and lots of spots available. Closest campgounds were full or expensive.

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  Ryan W.

  Legend

  

  Mar. 19, 2024

  White Tank Mountain Regional Park

  Excellent semi-civilized experience

  Pros: 

  • Well spaced campsites with excellent views in all directions (mountains and desert one way, iconic saguaros and city lights in the other).
  • Cleanest flush toilets and showers (free) I've ever seen in a campground.
  • Dish washing station
  • Campsites are level, clean, and include a shade over a concrete table, fire ring, and hammock hooks for three.
  • Trails throughout the camp into the greater park but the campgrounds separated from the more public trailheads. Strategically placed benches scattered along trails for coffee drinking.
  • Wildlife: birds, coyotes, reptiles, etc
  • The camp is close to civilization enabling quick visits to other attractions, and an easy drive to spring training baseball games.
  • Camp hosts were responsive. They live on-site year round and treat the camp like it is a home. Very impressed with the team.
  • Firewood available on-site. $8/bundle. Very dense wood that doesn't light quickly when wet but burns for a long time.

  Cons:

  • Struggling to come up with one. Probably hot in the summer. Busier on the weekends due to location inside the White Tank Regional park.
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  Brad | Britany B.

  Guide

  

  Feb. 29, 2024

  Lost Dutchman State Park Campground

  Lost Dutchman State Park: Desert Playground for the Adventurous Soul!

  Lost Dutchman State Park isn't just a campground, it's an adventure paradise! I'm giving it a flawless 5-star rating because it truly blew me away. Here's why: 

  Off-Roading Nirvana: Dust off your UTVs(side-by-sides) and get ready for a blast! The washboard washes (river beds) offer thrilling rides for off-road enthusiasts, with stunning desert landscapes as your backdrop.️ 

  Hikers' Haven: Lace up your boots and conquer one of the park's diverse hiking trails. From challenging climbs to scenic strolls, there's a path for every level and every desire. 

  Feast for the Eyes: Prepare to be awestruck by the breathtaking scenery. Jagged mountain peaks pierce the azure sky, while the vast desert stretches out before you, creating a postcard-perfect landscape. 

  History Comes Alive: Immerse yourself in the legendary lore of the Lost Dutchman's Gold Mine. Uncover the park's rich history and explore the stories that have captivated adventurers for centuries. 

  Camper's Dream: The park offers spacious campsites with convenient power and water hookups, making it a comfortable home base for your desert exploration.(Note: sewer hookups are not available.) 

  A Final Note: While you're busy conquering the trails and soaking up the scenery, keep in mind that cell service can be limited in certain areas. This might just be the perfect opportunity to disconnect from technology and reconnect with nature! Lost Dutchman State Park is an unforgettable experience for anyone seeking adventure, breathtaking views, and a touch of history. I can't wait to get back and explore more of this desert gem!

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  Ashlee G.

  Guide

  

  Feb. 16, 2024

  Lost Dutchman State Park Campground

  Beautiful, convenient campground!

  Loved staying at lost Dutchman. We are full time in our Rv, stayed for a full week and had access to the bathrooms, showers, dump & fill stations. We dry camped with no hookups but were able to use our generator at certain hours of the day. Great AT&T service through our Insty to get internet for work. Mostly loved the copious amounts of trails to walk, hike and run on. Even did a bike ride up the Apache trail to Boulder lake. Such a beautiful location.

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  Riley K.

  Scout

  

  Jan. 30, 2024

  Lost Dutchman State Park Campground

  Best camping in the area!

  Lost Dutchman has amazing views, super clean facilities and spaced out sites. Highly recommend.

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  Mike T.

  Traveler

  

  Jan. 28, 2024

  Lost Dutchman State Park Campground

  Beautiful View

  We really enjoyed this park. Sites were nicely spaced. Beautiful view of mountain and amazing sunsets. Great hikes right from the campground.

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  Molly S.

  Guide

  

  Jan. 25, 2024

  Usery Mountain Regional Park

  Spacious with great trails nearby

  Stayed here during a 200 mile bikepacking trip around this area in late December. There are mountain bike trails connected to this campground that were very fun! Definitely a great basecamp for mtb and hiking.

  We were the only tent campers but it was nice to use the electric outlets to charge our devices. Overall a quiet campground but there is a shooting range nearby, so just a heads up!

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  Scott K.

  Guide

  

  Dec. 18, 2023

  Lost Dutchman State Park Campground

  Perfect spot close-ish to town.

  Wish we could have stayed longer. Great views and nice people.

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  Lee D.

  Legend

  

  Dec. 10, 2023

  Skyline Regional Park

  Small campground, very popular day-use park

  General: Very small (7-site) campground. One site is ADA-accessible and paved (the rest are gravel) but there are no hookups at any site. 

  Site Quality: Generous-sized gravel driveways; Site D sloped uphill slightly. A concrete picnic table, BBQ grill, and fire pit complete the site. I was a little surprised that the picnic tables did not have shelters as it gets quite hot in Arizona (the day-use pavilions were covered). 

  Restroom: Two-stall, one-sink restroom. No showers. This restroom is also used by the day-use area so by the end of the day, it looks like it has been well-used. It was cleaned at night. It looked like the sink was clogged, but it was just slow draining. 

  Activities: Hiking! There are several hiking trails directly accessible from the campground and all the trails are well-marked. There is a short (.6 mile) ADA-accessible trail. Horseback riding and mountain biking are also activities although we saw neither in our two days at this park. There was also a wildly popular star-gazing event while we were there. 

  Final thoughts: IMO, the best sites are B, C, and D. Site D especially has no visible neighbors on either side. Kudos to the city of Buckeye – they could have easily crammed a half-dozen more campsites in this area, but I am glad they did not! As I mentioned, this is a popular day-use area and by 7 am on a weekend in early April, the day-use parking lot was completely full. Despite this, we did not see too many people on the trails.

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  Jessie K.

  Scout

  

  Dec. 6, 2023

  Usery Mountain Regional Park

  Great, easy spot for the night

  Stayed here in a campervan for one night on a weekday and really enjoyed it. The facilities were clean and well kept, your neighbors are obviously pretty close by but people kept to themselves. Loved waking up to the giant saguaros!

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  lindsey S.

  Traveler

  

  Nov. 16, 2023

  Bartlett Flat

  Beautiful scenery and quiet camping.

  My first time here was over Veteran’s Day weekend and we woke up to F15s flying low overhead for Veteran’s Day. Campsites are disbursed and pleasantly of area to set up your site. Ground is flat and somewhat sandy like a beach. Other campsites seemed quite respectful and aware we are all sharing the same experience. sides were relatively clean, however, people do venture off into the Forrest area to use the restroom. That is my only concern is people do not pack out their toilet paper or their human feces. Please keep this area beautiful the way it naturally is and pack out your waste which is toxic to wildlife.

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  chellynn

  Guide

  

  Oct. 22, 2023

  Lost Dutchman State Park Campground

  Pretty spot

  Quiet (most of the time) and a beautiful view. Loved that the campsites were spread out. Only complaints are the weekend warriors being noisy at night and no sites have FHU. Only water and electric but still was nice to have those amenities

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  Justin M.

  Guide

  

  May. 16, 2023

  Crown King Area (Horsethief Basin lake)

  On Top of the World

  This majestic spot is roughly ~26 miles (from Bumble Bee) of bumpy dirt roads, steep terrain, switchbacks, and the occasional one vehicle bridge. The main city of Crown King has a general store with essentials and a 1 pump fuel station. Prices are steep so best advised to fill up on gas and supplies before heading up. The Hazlitt Hollow campground and Horse Thief Basin Lake are ~7 miles from the main city of Crown King and definitely require a high clearance vehicle (4x4 highly recommended). Horse Thief Lake is truly a magical place and beyond serene. The lake fish species present include Bluegill, Largemouth Bass, Channel Catfish, and Muskie. The weather is very similar to Prescott with an elevation of 6,000 ft. Peaceful, quiet, serene, and soothing all describe this area perfectly.

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  Jeff T.

  Ranger

  

  Apr. 30, 2023

  Lost Dutchman State Park Campground

  Nice Mtn Views, Crowded Scene

  After years of reading rave reviews we finally got the chance to experience Lost Dutchman State Park, and we were fortunate to show up on a delightful Friday spring evening at 7p without a reservation and secure a last minute cancellation of Site 41 with 50 amp electric and water and a stunning view of the sunset on the Superstition Mtns. This is a very nice park, but also very crowded as it is basically within the Phoenix metro area, so it feels a bit congested and overrun compared to many state park campgrounds.

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  Clean Slate D.

  Ranger

  

  Apr. 22, 2023

  Lost Dutchman State Park Campground

  Great views throughout.

  While it's on the bottom of our "Fave AZ State Parks" it's only there because, it's busy. It's right outside of Phoenix and folks from the valley frequent it. Being at the entrance to beautiful Tonto NF doesn't help with the traffic either. But, it's still 5 stars. The sites tend to be backwards for hookups vs how you pull in. So, if you have a long hose and power cord, park accordingly. Did not use any bath houses. Thankful we had electricity as we almost hit 100 in April after a chilly AZ winter.

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  Shep S.

  Guide

  

  Apr. 22, 2023

  Lost Dutchman State Park Campground

  Perfect view of Superstition Mountain

  Friendly rangers. Clean restrooms and hot showers. Hiking trails. Start early in the day. It can get hot in April. We hiked the Treasure loop trail to the green rock. Then the PV trail down. 500 feet elevation gain over 2 miles. Loose gavel in some spots. Moderate difficulty.

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  Kelly M.

  Scout

  

  Apr. 18, 2023

  Usery Mountain Regional Park

  One of our favorite parks

  Maricopa County has a great park system. This is our third time here. There are tons of trails and the views are awesome.

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  shane S.

  Traveler

  

  Apr. 17, 2023

  White Tank Mountain Regional Park

  Beautiful view

  Very nice campground. Level site. Great view of mountains and cacti. Go slow, road have big dips to allow water runoff.

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  Jeff S.

  Guide

  

  Apr. 16, 2023

  Lost Dutchman State Park Campground

  $1 million views

  Ranger Sara ROCKS!!! Her upbeat personality and kindness was greatly appreciated after a long day behind the wheel. The entire staff was welcoming and all the bath houses and showers were cleaned multiple times daily. Our site was spacious and well kept. Not a piece of trash to be found. Very convenient to Goldfield ghost town for a day of fun and a flowy 4 mile mtb loop as well. Our daughter did the jr ranger program and loved it!!! Thanks again, great park!

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  Hecctic

  Scout

  

  Apr. 6, 2023

  Bartlett Flat

  Underwater

  With all this rain and snow melt Bartlett flats is under water

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  Stephanie & Ryan J.

  Guide

  

  Mar. 13, 2023

  Crown King Area (Horsethief Basin lake)

  Love Crown King! 🌲⛰️🏕️🚙

  We love heading up to Crown King! For dispersed camping, this place is top notch. When you head to town there are services, the saloon, breakfast joint, and pizza place coming soon. It’s not fancy but it’s fabulous! I can’t wait to go hideaway again soon.

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  Jeff D.

  Traveler

  

  Mar. 4, 2023

  Lost Dutchman State Park Campground

  Clean and mostly quiet camp group

  Spectacular views, quiet and clean. Trails are well maintained.