Best Dispersed Camping near Pine, AZ
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Best Dispersed Sites Near Pine, Arizona (138)
1. FS 609 - Dispersed Camping
11 Reviews•15 Photos•301 SavesStrawberry, Arizona- Pets
- Fires
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- Dispersed
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2. Forest Road 689 - Dispersed Site
19 Reviews•30 Photos•199 SavesRimrock, Arizona- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- ADA Access
- Dispersed
- Alcohol
3. Bear Canyon Lake and Camping Area
18 Reviews•74 Photos•581 SavesForest Lakes, ArizonaA beautiful, narrow, canyon-bound lake, accessible by foot trail only, Bear Canyon Lake is one of several in a series of fishing lakes built by Arizona Game and Fish Department. Despite being several miles down a dirt road and having few amenities, it draws many visitors. The partially developed campground which is set among the mixed conifer, oak and aspen, has only limited amenities. Bear Canyon Lake is a "Pack it in - Pack it out" area. There is NO GARBAGE SERVICE. Please be good stewards of the land and leave the area better than how you found it.
For purposes of fire restrictions, this campground is considered to be an 'undeveloped' campground. No fires will be permitted when fire restrictions are in effect for the Apache-Sitgreaves Forest.
At an elevation of 7,560, Bear Canyon Lake consists of 60 surface acres with a maximum depth of 50 feet. Because of its depth, this lake has no water quality problems. The Arizona Department of Game and Fish stocks it with catchable-sized rainbow trout about six times each year.
Arizona fishing regulations apply. Please refer to the current year fishing regulations brochure produced by the Arizona Game and Fish Department for further details on licensing requirements, daily bag limits, and other restrictions. Boat motors are restricted to electric motors only.
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4. Molitor Spot Along Rim Road - Dispersed
7 Reviews•19 Photos•295 SavesPine, ArizonaWhile much of the Forest is open to dispersed camping, there are several sites set aside as designated dispersed camping sites, listed below. Pick up or download a free Motor Vehicle Use Map to know where it is legal to drive. See Guidelines for information and policies, and Specific Sites for more details and contact information.
Know before you go! Be aware extreme winter weather or flooding risks can necessitate the closure of forest roads at different times of the year. Many forest roads that lead to dispersed campsites may be closed during seasonal road closures, so please check the Forest Road Status web page for more information about the status of forest roads in each District.
Fire restrictions may be in place. During fire restrictions, campfires, fires, and charcoal fires are not permitted in dispersed camping areas. This includes both Stage 1 and Stage 2 Fire Restrictions. Gas operated devices with an on/off switch are allowed. Where can I have a campfire during Stage I Fire Restrictions?
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5. FR689 Dispersed Camping
15 Reviews•44 Photos•393 SavesRimrock, ArizonaDispersed camping is permitted off of FR 618 on FR 689 prior to FR 645A (see Motor Vehicle Map)
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- Dispersed
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6. Edge of the World (East Pocket)
48 Reviews•172 Photos•3126 SavesSedona, ArizonaIt is labelled as East Pocket on a map, but known to locals as “The End of The World,” the perfect nickname to describe this climactic viewpoint. Flagstaff sits upon a lofty plateau carpeted in high-elevation pine forest, but just south of town, the bottom drops out. Below a craggy rim of volcanic rock, the land takes a precipitous plunge into an entirely different world of red rock and sandstone towers. This is the realm of Sedona, and End of The World overlooks all of it.
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7. Blue Ridge Reservoir
7 Reviews•23 Photos•516 SavesHappy Jack, Arizona- Pets
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- Reservable
- Dispersed
- Toilets
- Alcohol
8. Little Green Valley - NF405A Dispersed
7 Reviews•16 Photos•232 SavesSun Valley, Arizona- Pets
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9. Pumphouse Wash (FR 237) Dispersed Camping Area
49 Reviews•77 Photos•756 SavesMunds Park, ArizonaPumphouse Wash (Forest Road 237) is__a popular dispersed camping area in the ponderosa pine forest__along SR 89A, midway between Flagstaff and Sedona, Arizona. The area is__conveniently located near__Oak Creek Canyon, Sedona, Flagstaff, Woody Mountain Road, Lake Mary, and a variety of recreation sites. It is a popular alternative to traditional campgrounds for visitors to Oak Creek Canyon and the Flagstaff area.There are four campsite loops, each containing__between__11 and__26 signed and numbered sites. The site offers__excellent camping opportunities for large groups as well as families and individuals.__Most sites offer partial to full shade beneath towering ponderosa pine trees, and are generally flat, making it easy to set up tents or campers. Each site has parking and a campfire ring. There is no trash service, so if you pack it in, pack it out. There are no restroom facilities. Portable toilets are highly recommended.FR 237 and the camping loop roads are well maintained and suitable for passenger cars.__Photo tour from this site [Flickr].
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10. Flowing Spring Campground
6 Reviews•3 Photos•94 SavesPayson, Arizona- Pets
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Recent Dispersed Reviews near Pine, AZ
477 Reviews of 138 Pine Campgrounds
- Brittany J.
Scout
Bermuda Flat Recreation Site
Shoreline camping great but..
The directions will bring you right to the recreation area parking lot, where there are a few marked camping spots on the shore and some portable toilets. You must have a Tonto pass to camp at these spots. Free, dispersed camping is located across the highway down the dirt road Bar 3.
Eddy J.
Traveler
Forest Road 525 Dispersed Site - PERMANENTLY CLOSED
Mining claimz
Corroborate the most recent reviews. Giving it a 3 becuz we've had such gr8 times there and last time showed up at nite to discover all the spread out dispersed sites were now mining claims but we stayed anyway. Not all the sites have signs stating (as of Aug 22) the mining claim, but are blocked off by rocks. Def a hassle to park so far away from where u would wanna camp. Obvs ur own discretion. Did prompt some reading on mining claims on federal land blm land and it seems pretty screwed. Jus the thought they might be destroying this beautiful location for whatever mining purpose, also not good cuz it's so close to ancient cliff dwellings. Truly still wildin in the west when it comes to mining.
Darya K.Traveler
Pumphouse Wash (FR 237) Dispersed Camping Area
Quite and scenic
Just a nice dispersed camping spot, easy access off the main road, and not too far out of Sedona. Loved this spot!
Michael B.
Guide
Blue Ridge Reservoir
Beautiful Backcountry Wilderness
What an awesome area with an endless amount of spots to set up camp at. Like others my wife and I drove way past the turn to the dispersed camping area and made our way down to the water. But like Boss Ross always said, that turned out to be a happy mistake because it was so beautiful down there. We felt like we were in Colorado. We went to the end and turned around and ended up finding a camping spot in a very secluded area that over looked the cliff. Also, I did not know the Arizona Trail goes right through this area. RAD!! Over all, an epic spot and we will be back. Next time we will try and find that overlook spot of the view of the reservoir.
- HHeather S.Traveler
Schnebly Hill Dispersed Camping
West side entrance- quite an adventure!
We opted to come up Schnebly Hill Rd from the west side (downtown Sedona). If you take this approach, a 4x4 with high clearance is a must. Bonus if you have some off-roading experience. There were some pretty gnarly rock patches that required some skill to traverse safely (thanks to my husband!) We camped at two different spots along the road on consecutive nights. Both nights were relatively quiet with only a few vehicles passing. Secluded, quiet, beautiful, flat - overall the perfect dispersed camping spots! If you drive in from the I-17 side, the spots get really sweet about 5-6 miles in. Not suitable for RVs but perfect for RTT or tent camping
Molly S.Guide
Beaverhead Flats Road Dispersed Camping
Great spot near Sedona
Great dispersed camping spot close to Sedona!
Heads up we camped a little further down on Beaverhead Rd where there were more open spots and an easier dirt road to drive onto. Plenty of spots to choose from which was surprising on a holiday week (Christmas to New Years). The camping was a lot quieter than I expected even though there were a bunch of other campers. Everyone seemed to be able to find a spot far enough from another to have a secluded space.
The location is super convenient from Oak Village and downtown Sedona. There is even a back way on highway 89 if you find yourself in West Sedona and don't want to drive through traffic to get to highway 179.
Gillian C.Guide
Edge of the World (East Pocket)
Amazing views
Dispersed camping down a long, dirt road overlooking beautiful canyon and Sedona red rock. Rock fire rings at some sites, but signs indicated camp fires were not allowed. This is a very popular camping spot, so arrive early or try to camp during the week. Off-road vehicle recommended. We encountered many mosquitoes and bees, so bring big spray.
- mmark F.
Ranger
Forest Rd 91 Dispersed
Free and surprisingly busy
Nice national forest dispersed sites with many level camping areas most with firepits. Very busy In early Aug. Quiet In The pines. A fair amount of trash at several sites: folks enjoy the free sites but pick up your trash!(and other peoples if you see it)
Laura M.
LegendForest Road 525 Dispersed Site - PERMANENTLY CLOSED
Sedona Was a Sad Letdown
We stopped here for the night after spending all day in Sedona. Sedona turned out to be incredibly crowded and busy when we were there, and there was no room for us anywhere even to pull over and park somewhere. Definitely not the mystical healing relaxing place I'd heard so much about.
We thought at least if Sedona was a disappointment, hopefully the surrounding dispersed camping land would be beautiful. However, all the Forest Service land surrounding Sedona that we thought would be great to boondock on had roads that were way too rough and rutted for us in our 26ft motorhome.
So we stopped here at this spot for the night, at the very beginning of FS Rd 525 (Loy Butte Rd), along with lots of other RVs and vans and busses, and left first thing in the morning. The area was really crowded, but we were pleasantly surprised at how quiet and respectful everyone staying here was.
Good cell reception.
csey R.Traveler
Flowing Spring Campground
Flowing Springs Campgrounds
Free camping only next to the road with a quarter mile stretch to pick with 2 spots. Car traveling on bumpy dirt roads with dust on camp sites. I rather pay 27 dollars to save my vehicle from damage and dust.
Christina L.Guide
Carr Lake Campground on Forest Road 9350
PERFECTION!!!!
This is my favorite site! Free, beautiful dispersed camping! I have been up every other weekend and am obsessed!
Daniel R.Scout
Mogollon Rimn Dispersed, AZ FR 9350
Mogollon Rim Road, FR9350, Arizona
34.335842 - 110.973221
Numbered free camp sites. First come first served. Beautiful cool high country with many overlooks over the rim. There is a lake near by for fishing, has a small store and you can rent kyaks and small boats.
Camp sites are not near each other, but within sight. Campfires allowed when conditions permit. We stayed 3 nights while on our way home with our new R-Pod 192 Hood River Edition. We will definately go back again. The guy who came buy later to check us in was super nice and very informative.
- Madison M.Scout
FR618 Dispersed Camping
Easy Access to Fossil and Wet Beaver Creek
Dispersed camping along this road with a convenient location to Fossil Creek and Wet Beaver Creek trails. The campsite was clean and had a fire ring, no facilities so pack out what you pack in! The one we picked had a great view and the STARS WERE INSANE
- TTaylorGuide
Pumphouse Wash (FR 237) Dispersed Camping Area
Solitude from the mob
We were in Sedona Thanksgiving weekend.. either not the brightest idea or Sedona is nearly a tourist trap at this point, despite it being a magical place of beautiful landscape and kind people. After being swarmed by campers at Coconino Forest Dispersed Camping Area, this place is a breath of fresh air. Located in a forest of pine trees. We are pretty much the only people here. We’re allowed a fire. It’s quiet. It’s free. It was only 2 minutes instead of 20 minutes down a rocky dirt road. Thumbs up.
- NNorman H.Scout
Pumphouse Wash (FR 237) Dispersed Camping Area
Beautiful and quiet in early march
I’m unsure of how it is in summer months but we came March 2nd and it’s fairly quiet. The weather was in the 70s in the day and the day we got her it dropped to 28 and snowed.
The ride in is rocky, I came in very slowly in a Toyota sienna van, just be careful for sharp rocks.
The campsites are all designated free camping with numbers and all have stone fire pits. Lots of spots to explore
Nick S.Guide
Dispersed Camping Coconino
Nice site west of Snowbowl in Northern Arizona
We went through Flagstaff and past Snowbowl to a dispersed camping area. Found a great site with a cleared area containing a rock campfire ring. Lots of level spots for tents. Plenty of shade from the tall pine trees.
- RRyan S.Scout
Pumphouse Wash (FR 237) Dispersed Camping Area
Great first trip with the kids.
Had a great time, dispersed camping, free spot, lots of spots, clean. Just a short drive to some great watering holes. Took a star off because there was no water within walking distance, and not much of a view from our spot. I also took a star off because it was busy and loud.
Alex S.RangerPumphouse Wash (FR 237) Dispersed Camping Area
Eh, there are better
About the same as camping on the west side of the hwy. There’s a ton of traffic, no respect from other campers who blast music, trash the forest, fire off guns at all hours, and overall not a great vibe.
Camped here over 2 days and the land, trees and forest are beautiful all around so IF you can find a secluded area you’ll be ok.
NO CELL service so take that into consideration when dispersed camping
- VVictor R.Traveler
Pumphouse Wash (FR 237) Dispersed Camping Area
Convenient and free
This is a nice spot for a free camping trip. There is no bathrooms, there is no place to get water, and as others have said it does get dirty. That being said most people pick up after themselves so most of the sites are clean and the area is quite beautiful. We used this place after we could not get a camping spot in oak creek canyon, and we did notice that it was quite a bit colder than down in the canyon at night. Designated sites were sporadically spaced out so some were close together but there was generally a decent amount of space for each site. It was a busy weekend and there was still plenty of open sites on Saturdaynight, and it looked like most people packed up and left in the morning, so I imagine there's always sites available.
The only real negative was that the sites where people left trash looked destroyed, animals got into the trash bags and made a mess. There was a big party camping just down the way from us who blasted music until 1 AM, and it didn't bother us--the space is wade enough that the music wasn't too loud--but if you like your nature to be more peaceful then you might run into that problem. There was also some people practicing shooting nearby so we could hear the occasional pop-pop-pop in the distance but the area was for the most part peaceful, just families enjoying nature.
If you're looking for a quick and FREE option last minute where you dont have to check in and there aren't too many rules and you don't mind the noise other people make, this is a great spot. Just please pack out your trash.
- RRichard H.Scout
Surprise, West Sedona Designated Dispersed Camping
Sedona
Dispersed Camping Sedona
Aliza N.Legend
FR689 Dispersed Camping
Awesome busy little spot
Easy access to great dispersed camping. Although this is a big area, it’s busy and good spots fill up fast! We were here just after a rainstorm and the road was slippery and muddy. We didn’t have too much trouble in our FWD van but be aware that the road changes drastically in the rain! Stayed for a few days, hiked around and had a lovely stay. Was clean and trash free and everyone was pretty quiet and respectful.
- AAmanda J.Scout
Rimrock Dispersed Site
Tough roads, but doable
Rough paved roads, but our Recvan did fine. We saw an Elk, it saw us, we walked back quickly. The surroundings are mainly bushes and rocks. Free camping with total solitude. AT&T and Tmobile both show good service. Verizon is unknown.
Peggy G.Traveler
Stoneman Lake Dispersed Area
Our favorite area
We love this area for dispersed camping. Easy access from I-17, beautiful views, wildlife, nice weather!
- AngieScout
Rim Road
Rim Road
Tons of dispersed camping sites. Most of the road is in fairly good shape. Lots of shade.
- sscooterScout
A-Cross Road Dispersed Camping
Dispersed camping spots
Large flat spot for dispersed camping. Several other spots close by. Not much traffic on the road.
- Aeddan D.Traveler
Badger Springs
Good spot close to phoenix.
Great little spot for some dispersed camping. It is fun to hike and explore agua fria National Monument nearby.
Kelly S.Scout
Buck Mountain Dispersed Camping
Great spot!
Great spot to park for dispersed camping, quiet and easy to get in/out and turn around. Nice hiking, great wildlife, minimal noise.
Guide to Pine
Discover the beauty of dispersed camping near Pine, Arizona, where nature meets tranquility. With a variety of options, you can find the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy the great outdoors.
Scenic Views for Dispersed Campers
- Experience breathtaking views at Molitor Spot Along Rim Road - Dispersed, where you can soak in the stunning valley scenery and enjoy spectacular sunrises.
- The Blue Ridge Reservoir offers a picturesque backdrop with its serene waters and surrounding wilderness, perfect for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle.
- For a unique experience, check out FS 609 - Dispersed Camping, where you can camp amidst towering trees and enjoy the sounds of nature.
Tips for Free and Dispersed Camping Near Pine, Arizona
- Always pack out what you pack in, especially at places like FR414 Dispersed Camp Site, which has no trash services available.
- Be prepared for rough roads; many dispersed sites, such as Little Green Valley - NF405A Dispersed, require high-clearance vehicles to navigate the terrain.
- Keep an eye on fire restrictions, particularly during the summer months at locations like West Clear Creek Dispersed Camping, where campfires may be limited.
Activities While Free Camping Near Pine
- Enjoy hiking and exploring the nearby trails at Buck Mountain Dispersed Camping, which offers access to scenic routes and wildlife viewing.
- Fishing enthusiasts will love the opportunities at Blue Ridge Reservoir, where you can cast a line in a beautiful setting.
- For those seeking solitude, FR618 Dispersed Camping provides a peaceful environment with stunning starry skies, perfect for stargazing at night.
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