Best Dispersed Camping near Pine, AZ
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Best Dispersed Sites Near Pine, AZ (140)
1. FS 609 - Dispersed Camping
Strawberry, Arizona10 Reviews•13 Photos•296 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Dispersed
- WiFi
2. Forest Road 689 - Dispersed Site
Rimrock, Arizona19 Reviews•30 Photos•190 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- ADA Access
- Dispersed
- Alcohol
3. Bear Canyon Lake and Camping Area
Forest Lakes, Arizona18 Reviews•74 Photos•579 SavesA 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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- Fires
- Phone Service
- ADA Access
- RVs
- Tents
4. Molitor Spot Along Rim Road - Dispersed
Pine, Arizona7 Reviews•19 Photos•290 SavesWhile 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?
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Tents
- Dispersed
- WiFi
5. FR689 Dispersed Camping
Rimrock, Arizona15 Reviews•44 Photos•385 SavesDispersed camping is permitted off of FR 618 on FR 689 prior to FR 645A (see Motor Vehicle Map)
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- Fires
- Phone Service
- Dispersed
- Alcohol
6. Edge of the World (East Pocket)
Sedona, Arizona48 Reviews•172 Photos•3068 SavesIt 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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- Fires
- Phone Service
- Dispersed
- Alcohol
7. Blue Ridge Reservoir
Happy Jack, Arizona7 Reviews•23 Photos•508 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Reservable
- Dispersed
- Toilets
- Alcohol
8. Pumphouse Wash (FR 237) Dispersed Camping Area
Munds Park, Arizona48 Reviews•77 Photos•749 SavesPumphouse 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].
- Phone Service
- Dispersed
- Drinking Water
- Alcohol
9. Flowing Spring Campground
Payson, Arizona6 Reviews•3 Photos•93 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- ADA Access
- Dispersed
- Toilets
10. Little Green Valley - NF405A Dispersed
Sun Valley, Arizona6 Reviews•12 Photos•225 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
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- Group
Recent Dispersed Reviews in Pine
463 Reviews of 140 Pine Campgrounds
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Jake S.
Guide
Rimrock Dispersed Site
Dispersed site 30 mins from Sedona
Decent dispersed spot, the road in is old asphalt with some big dips and holes but mostly avoidable. Bunch of rocks sticking up in the dirt as you drive around the loop of the campsite but my truck was fine. Stayed here a couple times, first time was almost a week and second time was a few days. Can hear a little bit of highway noise but mostly white noise which I did not mind.
Chelsey W.
Traveler
Flower Pot USFS Dispersed
Beautiful and quite place
Quiet and calm vibe. Found some random deer hooves at my site which is a little strange but otherwise it was perfect
- Chelsey W.Traveler
FR689 Dispersed Camping
Beautiful location with an unsettling energetic vibe
The area was really beautiful. I had a pretty strange experience, however. I arrived late at night and once I finally found a camping space, there was a truck that pulled up after me, parked about 10 feet away and the person just sat in the truck without ever getting out. At first I thought, they're just Sharing the space, but then I started to feel very unsettled- like they were watching me or something. As a single female, this is something that was fairly uncomfortable. They sat there for at least an hour, never moving and finally drove away. The next morning I saw this elk skin was draped over the fence behind me and hooves along the fence as well.
Jeremy W.Traveler
Bloody Basin Rd / Agua Fria NM Dispersed Camping
Very convenient stop between phoenix metro area & Sedona
Dirt road is a bit washboard but very manageable by any vehicle.
Spots line the road to the left & right as you travel down the road. cell Service can be excellent or poor depending on site you choose (avoid the ones in the dips/valleys if its a concern for you)
No facilities, just good ol’ convenient Arizona boondocking.
I came in mid December and there were only a handful of others.
- DDavid S.
Scout
Schnebly Hill Road
Don’t climb the road from town. Acess this camp from HWY 17
The climb from Sedona was a bit torturous for my poor 3” lifted Tacoma. The road has intentionally been unmaintained to make it spicy for the paid ORV tours. Around dusk, I saw a guy come in from 17 and start dropping down towards town. He had Honda Goldwing strapped in the bed of his pickup. He made it a few hundred yards down and decided to go back the way he came.
- TTheodore B.Scout
Schnebly Hill Dispersed Camping
Convenient
I enjoyed the creek view and the springs, but the lack of campsite wifi is too much to give this campground my approval. The lack of wifi, especially when there is no cell coverage, is unbelievable. Had FHU, but again the connectivity is not existent, even being close to Sedona.
Edited by slope game 2 days ago
Glyn P.Guide
Nolan Tank Large Dispersed Area
Clean but close neighbors
There’s some sweet spots and some not so sweet spots. There are ports potties which are nice. Bad part is no campfires allowed. A few did it anyways but it was pretty dry. Not the best, but not the worst. Very good jumping off point for MYB though.
- JJason W.Guide
North Mingus Mountain Basecamp on Forest Road 413
Hard to find, but very nice!
This was not an easy place to find. We came through Jerome and took 89A S all the way through. If you get to Potatoe Patch campground you are very close, but make a left off 89A South to get to these spots instead of a right (where the fee site Potatoe Patch campground was closed)
- JJason W.Guide
Nolan Tank Large Dispersed Area
Too many people
All the individual locations are blocked. You need to stay in group dispersed camping areas. If you get there later, good luck finding a spot. If you like neighbors, this is for you. The views are very nice in morning. Expect tons of red dirt everywhere.
- JJason W.Guide
FR 535 Dispersed
Great views!
Very nice spot. A little rocky, but the view was fantastic. Very remote and quiet with a beautiful dark night sky. Roads are a little rough getting up but we did ok with our rig.
William M.GuideBloody Basin Rd / Agua Fria NM Dispersed Camping
Nice spot
Dirt road in but very drivable. Lots of available places to pull off and camp. Beautiful scenery. In sight of I17 but no sound from it at all. No available shade but my solar set up needs full sun, so it's perfect for me. Will definitely come back
- William M.Guide
Badger Springs
Wouldn't suggest
As soon as I got there, I got the dog out and what do we immediately find? Used drug needles littering the ground around a fire ring. Definitely not somewhere I'd feel comfortable staying the night.
- KKristen P.Scout
Forest Service Road 761
Homeless Camp
Got in late and while driving around trying to find a spot, we encountered some strange people. One man half dressed walking around with a flashlight, wondering what we were doing. There may be some campers but there was a large number of homeless people when we went. Very crowded area. Ended up moving on to different spot.
- MMarcela M.Scout
Bloody Basin Rd / Agua Fria NM Dispersed Camping
Perfect spot
Approachable, very good spot near the highway, also with a camper van.
Julie M.Guide
Arizona State Trust Land FSR 761 Dispersed
Quiet spot
At the start of the road there are a couple of large areas where there were multiple vans parked but we kept going further down until we found a spot on our own. It was flat and we had a nice quiet night.
- Julie M.Guide
Forest Road 535 - East
Nice quiet spot
Plenty of sites up this road although not all level. Surrounded by trees. Some traffic up and down the road but that settled by evening. We couldn’t hear the highway. Recommended.
- William M.Guide
FS 618 Dispersed
Very nice site
Paved road right up to the site. A little noisy from the traffic, but doable. Good flat ground, fire ring, and plenty of available fire wood.
Hannah N.Traveler
Forest Road 689 - Dispersed Site
Good spot outside of Sedona
Keep driving down the road and space will open up wider. We parked right past the little grate after you get to the more open space. Quite a few others but we weren’t looking for too much room or privacy. Got there right at sunset.
- Cliff R.Scout
Forest Road 9549
Camping Nolonger Allowed at this site.
10-21-2024 Went to site. No camping signs now posted. Road is now a designated OHV trail known as "Outlaw OHV Trail".
- Cliff R.Scout
Greasy Spoon Dispersed Area
Great views !
We camped there for several days in Oct.2024. Road was rough but solid. Most any size rig could access this site. Good Verizon signal. Our biggest disappointment was the red dust. It got into all our rigs and is a mess to clean up. Overall it's a good site.
- SSherry M.Traveler
Arizona State Trust Land FSR 761 Dispersed
Great spot near Sedona
Great spot 5G Verizon service quiet and alone can have fires.
- RRobert B.Traveler
Beaverhead Flats Road Dispersed Camping
Close to Sedona
Easy to find off Beaver Flats rd. The camp areas are pretty spread out which was nice. Decent shade from some Juniper trees and we could barely hear the road from our campsite. Some of the sites are pretty clase to the road though and are probably fairly noisy. I’m guessing there are about 7 sites total. It’s not the type of place for a big motor home or a big trailer.
- Bradley K.Scout
Molitor Spot Along Rim Road - Dispersed
Views, solitude, and wind!
We arrived around noon on Friday, and within an hour or two there were two others who arrived--but thankfully turned around to find another spot. The views were extraordinary as we parked the Land Cruiser with the Roofnest in the ideal spot to not just soak up the afternoon and evening views, but to be blessed by a great sunrise from inside the tent.
The stars... I mean, wow! The starry sky at night was one of the best we've see anywhere, just stunning.
Felt very safe in the area for our 3 year old boy to explore with us, so if you expect any sheer cliffs or dangerous drop-offs, they aren't really there. There were gradual declines from the top, and they aren't immediately near where you'd park.
We will be back--this was a real gem... but expect wind throughout the night being this exposed!
Maddy T.Guide
Loy Butte Road
Close to Sedona but busy!
We stayed here for a night and it was great. It was busy but the main reason we picked it was because it was close to Sedona so it was nice and easy for us to go in for a sunrise hike. We stayed in the first pull off lot on the left hand side that didn't have no camping signs (past Surprise), it had a porta potty which was definitely nice to have. Seems like they must block off sites every now and then because some of the ones marked on dyrt were blocked with rocks but still lots of space!
Resin M.ScoutWindmill Camp
Its free,
Dirt lot, good for Rv's. Super windy and the grounds too hard for tent stakes, a single tree in the middle. Its a place to sleep. Portapotties available
Riley S.Scout
Schnebly Hill Rd, Fox Borough Dam
Great tent camping!
Great experience, great camping spots. Although you need to make your own fire pit. When we were there there was a very loud group. Almost like an outside club happening. Music didn’t stop until 3 am then started again at 6 am.
Janay` M.Guide
Montezuma Well USFS Dispersed
Fire ants
Pretty exposed. No shade. Lots of fire ants so I wouldn’t suggest tent camping here. I have the option of car camping. So that works. And there’s a nearby rest area on I-17 to use the restroom, though it’s a bit of a drive. Right near montezuma’s well which is one of my favorite monuments. It’s hot. Be prepared.
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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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dispersed campground near Pine, AZ is FS 609 - Dispersed Camping with a 4.4-star rating from 10 reviews.
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