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Best Cabin Camping near Safford, AZ

41 Reviews

Roper Lake State Park near Safford, Arizona offers eight furnished cabin rentals situated along the lakeshore, providing comfortable accommodations for outdoor enthusiasts. These cabins include electricity, heating and cooling systems, and basic furnishings with beds that can accommodate up to six people. The Willcox-Cochise KOA, located about 30 minutes from Safford, also provides cabin rentals with varying amenities depending on cabin type. "The facilities are immaculately clean. We stayed in a cabin and it was nice and quiet," notes one visitor to Gila Campground at Roper Lake State Park. Most cabins in the area feature covered porches or patios, allowing guests to enjoy mountain views and lake scenery in comfort.

Pet-friendly cabin options exist at several locations, though policies vary by campground. Roper Lake State Park's cabins are particularly popular, with lakefront views that make them a sought-after accommodation requiring advance reservations, especially during winter months when the park sees increased visitation. The Apache Gold RV Park in San Carlos also offers cabin rentals year-round with modern amenities. "They have cabins that overlook the lake," mentions one reviewer about Roper Lake's offerings. Rustic cabins typically provide basic sleeping arrangements while more deluxe units may include additional furniture, small refrigerators, and microwave ovens.

Most cabin rentals in the Safford area require guests to bring their own bedding, pillows, towels, and cooking supplies. Cabins typically do not include private bathrooms, with guests using the campground's shared shower and restroom facilities. Basic kitchenware is not provided in most locations, so visitors should pack cooking equipment, utensils, and food supplies. Safford's grocery stores are approximately 5-10 minutes from Roper Lake State Park, making it convenient to purchase provisions before check-in. Some campgrounds offer small on-site stores with limited essentials, though selection varies significantly by location.

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Best Cabin Sites Near Safford, Arizona (5)

    1. Cottonwood Campground — Roper Lake State Park

    20 Reviews
    Safford, AZ
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (928) 428-6760

    $50 / night

    "This State Park is very well cared for and a pleasure to stay in. It has three campgrounds, with sites for tents and RV's, as well as eight camping cabins for rent."

    "A couple camping areas/campgrounds to choose from within the park. Camping is designed for Rv's it seems but tent camping is easy to do as well."

    2. Gila Campground — Roper Lake State Park

    5 Reviews
    Safford, AZ
    4 miles

    $20 - $129 / night

    "We didn’t stay at the tent cabins, but they also looked nice. I’d come back to stay in the cabins with a group of friends or as a one night stop on the way somewhere else."

    "Both cabins and camping spaces are nice. Full bathroom and showers available. Clean and peaceful location."

    3. Willcox-Cochise KOA

    10 Reviews
    Willcox, AZ
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (520) 384-3212

    "Allie and Spiro do a great job managing this park. Very friendly and helpful. Sites are gravel with picnic tables. Restaurant on site as well as propane. Full hookups, Kamp K9."

    "Quality park. Great dog walking area, laundry, store, restaurant, and pool. Very friendly staff. Sites are large for a KOA. All gravel though. Highway noise is significant."

    4. Playa Dispersed Campsite

    10 Reviews
    Willcox, AZ
    47 miles

    "Playa Dispersed Campsite is a unique and serene camping area located on the expansive alkali flats of the Black Rock Desert in northwestern Nevada."

    "Playa Dispersed Campsite is a hidden gem located in the stunning landscapes of Arizona."

    5. Apache Gold RV Park

    1 Review
    Globe, AZ
    45 miles
    Website
    +1 (928) 475-7800

    "Clean park, very busy, several full timers. A bit expensive but with the players club intro, worked to be free!. Thursday is veterans day ($20 credit)"

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  • Beth G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Feb. 17, 2020

    Gila Campground — Roper Lake State Park

    Nice area- if you get the right spot

    My husband, myself and our 2 small dogs live in Tucson, AZ. We recently acquired a roof top tent and we’ve been trying out various campgrounds across the Southwest.

    Water recreation areas in AZ are sparse, so this place holds a certain appeal. The facilities are nice and clean but if you’re not careful you could end up with only a view of your neighbors. We didn’t stay at the tent cabins, but they also looked nice. I’d come back to stay in the cabins with a group of friends or as a one night stop on the way somewhere else. It’s a great place to stop, swim, shower and hit the road for another adventure. When you haven’t seen a shower in days, they are so beckoning.

    Pros: larger sites and further spaced out then your typical RV park. Several sites include a covered picnic table(most in the Gila Loop do not). All sites have water, a fire pit and a table. Also- fishing! $20 a night for non-electric site is a good price since you can take free hot showers in the park. Cell phone service (T-Mobile) and WiFi).

    Cons: Most sites don’t have much of a view. Very few trees. Only a few sites are suited for tent camping. Busy park, expect to see a lot of other campers. Hot tub is permanently closed.

  • Jessica P.
    Sep. 22, 2016

    Gila Campground — Roper Lake State Park

    Roper lake

    Great Southern AZ swimming hole and hotspring. Both cabins and camping spaces are nice. Full bathroom and showers available. Clean and peaceful location.

  • Kelly W.
    Aug. 1, 2016

    Cottonwood Campground — Roper Lake State Park

    Fantastic Getaway

    This State Park is very well cared for and a pleasure to stay in. It has three campgrounds, with sites for tents and RV's, as well as eight camping cabins for rent. The lake has fishing, swimming, and is perfect for kayaks and SUP's ... no gas powered motors allowed. The restrooms are nice and clean, with showers. There is also a dump station for RV's to use. There are several miles of walking paths - the wildlife and bird-watching is good. There is also a charming spring-fed natural stone hot tub!

  • Sara S.
    Jun. 5, 2016

    Cottonwood Campground — Roper Lake State Park

    please with our stay

    Great camping experience! We were pleased with our camping experience. Good amenities. A couple camping areas/campgrounds to choose from within the park. Camping is designed for Rv's it seems but tent camping is easy to do as well. We had a small 'pavilion' type structure at our site over the picnic table which was a nice feature. Camping cabins were also a nice feature of the park we may utilize on our next trip :) We heard about people having issues with excessive partying/noise, but we were there during the week and didn't have an issue with this. Hot Springs were a nice attraction of the park as well.

  • Lisa S.
    Dec. 29, 2020

    Gila Campground — Roper Lake State Park

    Great in December

    Camped for a week over Christmas 2020 and really enjoyed the serenity in the “non-hook up” loop? Tables, fire rings and grills, and water all available. Site 46 is on the lake which hosts a variety of water fowl. The sites are large with plenty of screening for privacy. I would not stay in the hook up loops which are more typical Arizona State Park Campgrounds offering no privacy with sites usually crammed together. Walking trails all over the place including one that leads up to the Mesa top. There’s a beach,several docks for fishing and a boat ramp. Excellent staff.

  • Tony C.
    Oct. 10, 2021

    Cottonwood Campground — Roper Lake State Park

    Well maintained, great hiking

    We found the ranger to be very helpful in terms of outdoor activities (hiking, fishing, etc.) The park has great spaces for tent campers and big rigs, with electricity for 30 and 50 amp campers. They also have several cabins right on the lake. 

    Our spot had a picnic table and was right beside the beach. There is a great hike only minutes from the campground where you can see Mt. Graham. 

    The bathrooms, showers, and sinks were all well maintained. Also, the spot is great for stargazing.

    We are looking forward to returning. The town of Safford is charming and has some nice restaurants too.

  • Adam R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 8, 2018

    Cottonwood Campground — Roper Lake State Park

    Small Oasis in the middle of Southeast Arizona

    Roper lake state park is a beautifully well kept state park. It's $20 a night for tent camping, $30 a night for full RV hookups. (which is kinda high for this area and amenities offered).

    This is my local state park so I visit almost every weekend and kayak the lake. There is a lot of fishing, swimming, and hiking available. There are also some really nice cabins available to rent!

    The camp sights are a small size but offer some privacy from other sites. There are fire rings in every site, as well as a Covered pick-nick tables!!!

    They also offer some full hookup sites, as well as sewage dump and potable water.

    There is a group sized hot tub available for public use that is filled with natural hot springs water as well as a swimming beach and day use area.

  • Rush C.
    Jun. 16, 2025

    Playa Dispersed Campsite

    a profound sense of peace and connection with nature.

    Playa Dispersed Campsite is a unique and serene camping area located on the expansive alkali flats of the Black Rock Desert in northwestern Nevada. Known for its otherworldly landscape, this remote site offers an unparalleled experience for those seeking solitude, vast horizons, and stunning sunsets. The flat, cracked playa surface stretches endlessly in all directions, creating a sense of open freedom that’s hard to find elsewhere. Camping here is truly off-grid— there are no amenities, no marked spots, and no shade— just you, the wind, and the desert sky. color rush

  • L
    Oct. 5, 2021

    Willcox-Cochise KOA

    Great park!

    Allie and Spiro do a great job managing this park. Very friendly and helpful. Sites are gravel with picnic tables. Restaurant on site as well as propane. Full hookups, Kamp K9. Nice clean showers and laundry.

Guide to Safford

Cabin camping near Safford, Arizona, offers a unique blend of comfort and nature, making it an ideal getaway for families and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

Some prices for cabin camping range from $20 to $100

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  • The Willcox-Cochise KOA features a café and a pool, perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring the area.

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