Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Saguaro National Park in Arizona

Looking for the ultimate pet-friendly camping experience near Saguaro National Park? Find the best information on pet-friendly campsites and dispersed camping near Saguaro National Park, including sites, reviews, and tips for getting the most out of your camping experience. Whether you're looking for a quiet location in the woods or a place near local attractions, The Dyrt makes it easy to find the perfect spot for you and your pup.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Saguaro National Park, AZ (134)

    Camper-submitted photo from Tucson - Lazydays KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Tucson - Lazydays KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Tucson - Lazydays KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Tucson - Lazydays KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Tucson - Lazydays KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Tucson - Lazydays KOA

    1. Tucson - Lazydays KOA

    48 Reviews
    140 Photos
    93 Saves
    Tucson, Arizona

    Tucson/Lazydays KOA Resort is your desert oasis, featuring beautiful fruit trees abundant throughout the park, with plenty of good times to be had. The campground offers Pull-thru RV Sites with full 30/50-amp hookups, grassy luxury sites and NEW RV Sites with a Patio and a fireplace! No RV? No problem. Stay in one of the NEW two-bedroom Deluxe Cabins with queen beds. Whether you want to relax by one of the two pools, soak in the hot tubs, play a round on our nine hole putting green, or join in the fun activities, this KOA has something for everyone to enjoy. The completed installation of the two PowerParasols® solar shade structures now allows guest to camp, gather and even barbeque under a patented structure that produces clean solar energy. The structures shade more than two acres of the campground, giving visitors room to park RVs on 30 covered RV sites. Check out our NEW resort style activity park! Providing ample shade and sport courts to bring recreation, relaxation, family and friends together. Lazydays, a full-service RV dealership with a service department, is located next door. Other campground amenities include a bar& grill, meeting rooms, fitness center, three off-leash dog parks and complimentary Wi-Fi. Camping in Arizona is a breeze at the Tucson/Lazydays KOA. Pool: Open all year. Max pull thru: 73 feet.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Gilbert Ray Campground
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    2. Gilbert Ray Campground

    69 Reviews
    241 Photos
    457 Saves
    Cortaro, Arizona

    Next time you need a break in your busy life consider cool weather camping at Tucson Mountain Park's beautiful Gilbert Ray Campground, located on the west side of the Tucson Mountains, a convenient 13 miles from Tucson. RV campers should access the park by way of Ajo Highway to Kinney Road and follow the signs to the campground.

    The campground has 130 RV sites with individual 30-amp electrical hook-ups. The campground has 5 sites that are designated tent only, however tenters are welcome to camp in an RV site but are asked not to use the electrical hook-ups. It has centrally located water, picnic tables, modern restrooms, and an RV dumping station. Shower facilities are not available. There are handicap bathrooms.

    There is a seven-day length of stay limit. The park's peak season is January 1st through March 31st. Camping fees are $10.00 per night for tents and $20.00 per night for trailers and RVs. Senior Pass/Golden Age Pass NOT valid. Due to limited tent sites you can tent in a RV site, however, during peak season the RV campsite fee applies. Wood fires are prohibited.

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

    $10 - $75 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Rose Canyon Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Rose Canyon Campground
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    3. Rose Canyon Campground

    20 Reviews
    55 Photos
    189 Saves
    Willow Canyon, Arizona

    Overview

    Rose Canyon Campground is just 17 miles northeast of Tucson, Arizona, off the Catalina Highway Scenic Drive near the summit of Mt. Lemmon. This area is popular for day use as well as overnight camping. With a high elevation, forested setting, two group picnic areas and opportunities for hiking, wildlife viewing and fishing, Rose Canyon offers a great summer respite from the city.

    Recreation

    The lake is sheltered by trees and offers a pleasant setting for a walk in the woods, relaxing on the shore or spending an afternoon fishing for stocked trout. A one-mile trail around the lake is convenient for anglers and hikers. The trail is accessible from the lower parking area to a floating dock near a dam. The surrounding national forest boasts a variety of hiking and mountain biking trails, including several that traverse the 9,157-foot Mt. Lemmon.

    Natural Features

    The campground sits high on the slopes of the Santa Catalina Mountains, at an elevation of 7,000 feet. Because of its elevation, it can be much cooler than the lower-elevation campgrounds in the area. The campsites are spacious and spread out among stands of large ponderosa pines and clusters of Gambel oak. During the summer rainy season, Rose Creek meanders through the area to the six-acre Rose Canyon Lake at the lower end of the campground. The Coronado National Forest covers 1.78 million acres of southeastern Arizona and southwestern New Mexico. Elevations range from 3,000 to 10,720 feet in 12 widely scattered mountain ranges, or "sky islands," that rise dramatically from the desert floor, supporting biologically diverse plant communities.

    Nearby Attractions

    Catalina Highway, also known as General Hitchcock Highway and Sky Island Scenic Byway, is the only paved road that leads to the upper reaches of Mt. Lemmon and the Santa Catalina Range. It is one of the most scenic highways in the southwest and is a popular day trip. Other notable attractions include Saguaro National Park, Sabino Canyon and Colossal Cave.

    Contact Info

    For facility specific information, please call (520) 576-1325.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $97 - $157 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Redington Pass - Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Redington Pass - Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Redington Pass - Dispersed Camping
    Camper-submitted photo from Redington Pass - Dispersed Camping
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    Camper-submitted photo from Spencer Canyon Campground
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    5. Spencer Canyon Campground

    17 Reviews
    74 Photos
    245 Saves
    Mount Lemmon, Arizona

    This area of Mt Lemmon camping is located at the head of a shallow, forested canyon a short distance off the Catalina Highway. Spencer Canyon faces the city of Tucson and the Santa Cruz Valley, both of which are visible as a distant panorama through openings in the forest canopy. Spencer Canyon Campground has 66 sites. Each site has a concrete table, firepit, B-B-Q and bear box for food storage. A beautiful night view of Tucson can be seen from several sites. Spencer is rugged, rustic in layout and close to the hamlet of Summerhaven. Each camping area has clean, stocked vault toilets. Campground hosts live on site. Firewood may be purchased from the hosts. The Catalina Highway is paved, but it can be snow covered in winter when chains and/or 4-wheel drive may be required.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs

    $22 - $36 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Molino Basin Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Molino Basin Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Molino Basin Campground
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    6. Molino Basin Campground

    9 Reviews
    21 Photos
    139 Saves
    Willow Canyon, Arizona

    Overview

    Visitors are drawn to Molino Campground for its group camping area, scenic mountain surroundings and hiking and mountain biking opportunities. While most other campgrounds in the Catalina Mountains are closed in winter, Molino Campground and its picnic area are open in late fall, winter and early spring. The pleasant winter weather at this elevation makes it a great time to visit. Molino Basin is conveniently located 5.5 miles from the base of Mt. Lemmon on the Catalina Highway, and about 10 miles northeast of Tucson.

    Recreation

    Hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding are popular activities. The Arizona Trail, which extends from Mexico to Utah, passes through the campground, and the Molino Trail leads to the Pusch Ridge Wilderness (hiking and horseback riding only). A variety of additional trails, including some on 9,157' Mt. Lemmon, are available in the area for those who wish to venture away from the campground for the day.

    Natural Features

    Campsites sit amid a high desert oak scrub ecosystem at an elevation of 4,500 feet on the slopes of the Santa Catalina Mountains. Along the banks of Molino Creek, which flows during and immediately after rain or snowmelt, species such as cottonwood, Arizona live oak and mesquite provide a scenic setting. Views are dominated by rugged, rocky hills. Colorful wildflowers bloom in spring.

    Nearby Attractions

    Catalina Highway (also known as General Hitchcock Highway and Sky Island Scenic Byway), the only paved road that leads to the upper reaches of Mt. Lemmon and the Santa Catalina Range, is one of the most scenic highways in the Southwest and definitely worth a day trip. Other notable attractions include Saguaro National Park, Sabino Canyon, Colossal Cave and the city of Tucson.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $100 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Snyder Hill BLM Camping Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Snyder Hill BLM Camping Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Snyder Hill BLM Camping Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Snyder Hill BLM Camping Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Snyder Hill BLM Camping Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Snyder Hill BLM Camping Area

    7. Snyder Hill BLM Camping Area

    28 Reviews
    78 Photos
    220 Saves
    Cortaro, Arizona

    Camping on public lands away from developed recreation facilities is referred to as dispersed camping. Most of the remainder of public lands are open to dispersed camping, as long as it does not conflict with other authorized uses or in areas posted "closed to camping," or in some way adversely affects wildlife species or natural resources. Dispersed camping is allowed on public land for a period not to exceed 14 days within a 28 consecutive day period. The 28 day period begins when a camper initially occupies a specific location on public lands. The 14 day limit may be reached either through a number of separate visits or through 14 days of continuous overnight occupation during the 28 day period. After the 14th day of occupation, the camper must move outside of a 25 mile radius of the previous location until the 29th day since the initial occupation. The purpose of this special rule is to prevent damage to sensitive resources caused by continual use of any particular areas. In addition, campers must not leave any personal property unattended for more than 10 days (12 months in Alaska). Campsite Selection Dispersed camp sites are located along most secondary roads and may not be marked. Popular locations can be recognized by the telltale flat disturbed area that has been used as a camp site before. Not all flat spots are sites. If possible, please use existing sites to avoid creating new disturbances. To further protect your public lands, campers must not dispose of any refuse, hazardous materials, sewage, or in any manner pollute the surrounding area.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Dispersed
    Camper-submitted photo from Colossal Cave Mountain Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Colossal Cave Mountain Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Colossal Cave Mountain Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Colossal Cave Mountain Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Colossal Cave Mountain Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Colossal Cave Mountain Park

    8. Colossal Cave Mountain Park

    7 Reviews
    32 Photos
    98 Saves
    Vail, Arizona

    If you’d like to spend more than just the day, why not camp here under the magnificent Sonoran skies? Campsites are tucked among the magnificent saguaro cacti and mesquite trees in Posta Quemada canyon, an area developed in 1934 by the Civilian Conservation Corps. These grounds consist of two large areas, El Bosquecito and La Selvilla, plus a number of smaller areas totaling 30 individual sites.

    Camping Rates

    • Tent Camping: $10 per tent/night

    • RV, Car and Horse Trailer Camping: $15 per vehicle/night

    Check-in and pay at the Cave Shop before entering the camping area.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group

    $10 - $15 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from General Hitchcock Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from General Hitchcock Campground
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    Camper-submitted photo from General Hitchcock Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from General Hitchcock Campground

    9. General Hitchcock Campground

    7 Reviews
    16 Photos
    111 Saves
    Willow Canyon, Arizona

    This small, sheltered campground is tucked away just off the Catalina Highway, along the rocky streambed that forms the floor of upper Bear Canyon. Campsites are nestled under a canopy of ponderosa pines, junipers and oaks. Some sites are located right along Bear Creek among large rocks. The Creek generally only flows during rainy periods or during the Spring snowmelt, but be vigilant of flash floods.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Standard (Tent/RV)

    $10 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Cieneguita Dispersed Camping Area - Las Cienegas National Conservation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Cieneguita Dispersed Camping Area - Las Cienegas National Conservation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Cieneguita Dispersed Camping Area - Las Cienegas National Conservation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Cieneguita Dispersed Camping Area - Las Cienegas National Conservation Area
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Recent Dog-Friendly Reviews in Saguaro National Park

644 Reviews of 134 Saguaro National Park Campgrounds


  • Molly S.The Dyrt ADMIN User
    Camper-submitted photo from Harshaw Road Dispersed Camping - San Rafael Canyon
    Dec. 18, 2024

    Harshaw Road Dispersed Camping - San Rafael Canyon

    Perfect spot near biking and town

    This dispersed camping area was a lot more secluded and quieter than I expected. My friend and I were looking to camp overnight before going on a gravel bike ride in the area. 

    Harshaw Road was already along the bike route, so this was an ideal location. Bonus that this is pretty close to Patagonia which came in handy when we couldn't make coffee in the morning.

    We drove a little further than the GPS marker to find a camping spot that was tucked in from the main road. There were plenty of spots for a large group with rock fire pits. As someone mentioned, there was an area further back that was clearly the bathroom spot. 

    Assume that this spot could get full in the shoulder seasons, but again was pleasantly surprised to be the only ones there.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Tombstone Territories RV Resort
    Dec. 16, 2024

    Tombstone Territories RV Resort

    Beautiful views quiet and peaceful

    Met some friends here. We had a fire in the fire pit and hiked around. Dog park was nice and the bath house had clean showers and facilities. WiFi was free and good. Site was clean, level and pull through.

  • Avery T.
    Camper-submitted photo from Tombstone Territories RV Resort
    Dec. 16, 2024

    Tombstone Territories RV Resort

    Nice big lots!

    Off the beaten trail a bit but we really enjoyed our stay here. Hiking trail entrances right in the park and it’s close to the San Pedro river.

    There is a laundry/mail room with a restroom and then a separate bathhouse near the front. Nice little dog park for our pooch to run around too and we used the public firepit.

    Kiddos said there were horseshoes to play.

  • Helen W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Gilbert Ray Campground
    Dec. 15, 2024

    Gilbert Ray Campground

    almost glamping

    stayed for 1 night in December. very easy to reserve online, paid $36/night. neighbors were quiet and respectful. bathroom very clean and well stocked with soap and paper towels. can hear coyotes at nighttime. perfect place to watch the sunset. fires not allowed unfortunately. had water spouts here and there for washing dishes.

  • Helen W.
    Camper-submitted photo from General Hitchcock Campground
    Dec. 15, 2024

    General Hitchcock Campground

    clean

    stayed 1 night here in December. we were 1 of 2 groups there so very peaceful. toilet was well maintained and stocked. there must have been a shooting range nearby because there were shooting noises from midnight to 3am. $20 per night.

  • Helen W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Molino Basin Campground
    Dec. 14, 2024

    Molino Basin Campground

    beautiful

    camped here 1 night in December. plenty of open and empty spots. each spot equipped with a picnic table, grill, and fire pit. absolute beautiful scenery. toilet was well maintained and very stocked. $20 per night.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Camp Saguaro
    Dec. 9, 2024

    Camp Saguaro

    Clean, quiet, charming

    The owner and host are friendly and helpful. They have nice hot showers, laundry facilities, dish washing stations, and fire rings. My spot had a hummingbird feeder. Would stay here again!

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    Camper-submitted photo from Quarter Horse Motel & RV Park
    Dec. 7, 2024

    Quarter Horse Motel & RV Park

    December in Benson

    We called and spoke with the office, they said they had a spot for us. We were able to go look at the sites there were only a handful open, we parked and had fhu. Internet is additional from another provider. Paid monthly rate plus electric. Everything is within walking distance. Right off the main road and the train tracks are close by and run 24/7. Staff is helpful but office is closed on weekends, but if you call and set it up they have a number to call and they will be there in a few minutes. Has pay laundry. Bathroom and showers.

  • pThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Gilbert Ray Campground
    Nov. 30, 2024

    Gilbert Ray Campground

    Great stay

    Some spots vary is size so make sure your rig can fit. Also some more difficult to back up into.

    Great staff and clean bathrooms.

    Also many spigots dispersed so filling you tanks or getting water not too much an issue. I used 100 ft of hose to refill

  • Greg L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Snyder Hill BLM Camping Area
    Nov. 28, 2024

    Snyder Hill BLM Camping Area

    Trash camping close to tucson

    SNYDER HILL BLM DISPERSED.

    Recently posted basic camping info about this place close to Tucson west side at Ajo Hwy 86. . Some commenters got upset that I had mentioned this spot on a FB dispersed camping page, as if it was a secret or a pristine location! Hah!

    REALITY update: This place is a 100% CRAP HOLE and should be shutdown by the BLM. Full of marginal rundown vehicles and homeless tent campers. Trash and glass everywhere. Hwy 86 noise 24/7, recreational shooters constant adj somewhere.

    Note that the State of AZ closed and fenced off their adj section two years ago, and another BLM parcel to east past the fire station was closed to camping last year. Time for this crap hole place to be shutdown, imo.

    Some pics of the trash noticed.

  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Cactus Forest Dispersed
    Nov. 26, 2024

    Cactus Forest Dispersed

    Great stay

    This was like being able to backcountry camp in Saguaro NP. We got in after dark & overshot the turn in, but looped back around. Our site was great - quiet & peaceful. We enjoyed waking up to the literal forest of cactus.

  • Cathy E.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Camp Saguaro
    Nov. 25, 2024

    Camp Saguaro

    Cute Cozy Camp

    The hosts are lovely and the mercantile is adorable. The grounds are exceptionally well kept and everything is clean and tidy. There is a community fire pit for campers to enjoy together or fire pits at each site to enjoy on your own. Showers, restroom, laundry, and water! Lovey Dovey was a little tight for my 9.5 Ft tall 21 Ft long campervan but it was a wonderful spot. I think all the spots might be nice though!

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from SKP Saguaro Co-Op
    Nov. 24, 2024

    SKP Saguaro Co-Op

    Escapees only

    First class RV park where only members of the Escapees 

    rv club may lease or rent a site. Most sites have a casita which are taxed locally as "sheds". The waiting list to lease a site is several years. I am currently number 248 on the  list. 2o months ago I was 350. It is also a 55+ years old RV park

  • mThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Rancho del Nido
    Nov. 21, 2024

    Rancho del Nido

    Miles and mils of Silence

    Kim & Dan are wonderful hosts. The property is on the side of a slope with expansive views. Spotlessly clean porta potty. Safe. Peaceful. Horses and cows. I booked 2 nights and as soon as I set up camp I booked two more. So glad I did. Great location. Delicious well water.

  • s
    Camper-submitted photo from TerraSol in Patagonia, Arizona
    Nov. 20, 2024

    TerraSol in Patagonia, Arizona

    A Magical Evening at TerraSol

    Stopped here along a 400 mile bikepacking route through southern az. We were immediately welcomed and given a tour by Astral, who quickly became our friend. Astral even recommended an amazing wild camp spot for our following evening, near the border. That evening, Mary made us a delicious dinner that nurtured our bodies, minds and souls. There was plenty of room for tents, as well as tent pads to help keep you warm throughout the night. The bathrooms, showers and laundry were an extra perk after a couple days worth of riding. This will be a regular stop for me anytime I visit Patagonia, which will be often ❤️

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Mount Bigelow Dispersed
    Nov. 11, 2024

    Mount Bigelow Dispersed

    Cold night, frozen road

    We got to the parking area about 7:40 PM on November 10th. Started up the road to the campsite about 2 miles further up the mountain but at about 1/2 mile the road was so icy that we lost traction. Snow on the ground by the road, lots of deer tracks in the snow. Ended up backing down the road to spend the night in the parking lot, sleeping in the van.

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Encore Valley Vista
    Nov. 9, 2024

    Encore Valley Vista

    Great Stay

    Such a nice Campground. The host was friendly, and helpful. The grounds are very clean and it looks like campers are at least one space away from another. We stayed here and traveled to Tombstone, Tucson Botanical Gardens, and Old Tucson. All an easy drive away. I would definitely stay here again.

  • Robbie B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Colossal Cave Mountain Park
    Nov. 8, 2024

    Colossal Cave Mountain Park

    Great spot just off Arizon Trail

    Nice spot just off the AZT, stayed while on a bike trip on the trail. Camped in the La Selvilla section in the back of the canyon. Plenty of room and spots are not too tight and most had shade trees. All had flat tent pad, table and fire ring. There is a group spot with a pavilion that has running water, and pit toilets. Verizon was one bar, got a few calls out but text would not work. They do lock the gate at 4:00, so once in, you are there for the night. Only one other group when we were there. Would go back for sure.

  • Scarlett D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Kokopelli Gardens
    Nov. 1, 2024

    Kokopelli Gardens

    Amazing place

    The campgrounds are surrounded by coyote song throughout the night. Hardly any light pollution and the hosts are incredible!!! Sinks with drinkable water. Showers. They provide a tote full of goodies like plates and what not. There's a pen type area for the dogs to play in. And Tim and Victoria are so sweet!!! Highly recommend.

  • ron R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Snyder Hill BLM Camping Area
    Oct. 31, 2024

    Snyder Hill BLM Camping Area

    Very easy access many spots to camp

    Very easy access relatively close to shopping. Out of the way. However there is a light to moderate amount of garbage. It is near a highway and you do hear traffic. Extremely easy to access and there are many spots and the land is pretty full of campers some look like their full-timers or permanent the sign does say 14 day limit. I saw two tent campers as well. There are two or three entrances all on the same road and the camping area is cordoned off with a metal cable so the land cannot be used as a drive-thru or pass through area. The weather is moderate in the 70s during the day down to the lower 50s at night I got here the day before Halloween.

  • Mateo S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Caballo Loco Ranch and RV Park
    Oct. 8, 2024

    Caballo Loco Ranch and RV Park

    Beautiful views from the remote wilderness

    I have lived here for 10 months now, and love the place. Like any campground, there are malcontents that will complain about little things like not being pampered or catered to. The reality is that this is a relatively remote place where you absolutely must be self-sufficient to a large degree. There has not been full-time management until recently, but the new management team are very attentive and reasonable. Since the ranch has been under new management many of the so-called bad influences have left. If you love natural beauty, privacy, and solitude, and are willing to make some sacrifices of comfort, this is the perfect place.

  • Pol G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Gilbert Ray Campground
    Oct. 2, 2024

    Gilbert Ray Campground

    Quiet and Well Maintained

    I came here at the beginning of September 2024 and stayed for one night only. My spot has Shore Power (15,30,50), but you need to fill up your water tank before parking your trailer. If you select a site near a water source, that's fine, which I did. All roads are one way, and that's why they called a loop. I stayed at Loop A. Make sure you make your reservation online before going there. I bet this campground is packed in wintertime. By the way, their office is closed during off-season. If you arrive during this period, you'll help yourself locate your campground number. And you can just go online and pay your fees.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Stampede RV Park
    Sep. 29, 2024

    Stampede RV Park

    Stampede for the win!

    Great campsite. We had two campers, a 34 ft 5th wheel and a 17 foot TT. Sites were built to accommodate both easily. Water, electric, sewer hookup, and even sites made it a quick set up and we were able to get to site-seeing in town quickly! Breakfast at the Shotgun Cafe was excellent! You have to order the country potatoes!


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Guide to Saguaro National Park

Discovering pet-friendly camping options near Saguaro National Park in Arizona allows you to enjoy the great outdoors without leaving your furry friends behind. Here are some excellent campgrounds that welcome pets and offer a variety of amenities and activities.

Dog owners appreciate the spacious and well-equipped sites

  • At Tucson - Lazydays KOA, you’ll find spacious sites with full hookups, picnic tables, and fire pits, perfect for a comfortable stay with your pets.
  • Rincon Country East RV Resort features level sites and a large dog park, ensuring your pets have plenty of space to roam and play.
  • El Pais Motel and Campgrounds offers a unique experience with free-range chickens and a friendly atmosphere, making it a fun spot for both you and your pets.

Tips for camping with dogs near Saguaro National Park

  • When staying at Rose Canyon Campground, be sure to bring plenty of water and snacks for your dog, as amenities are limited in this beautiful natural setting.
  • At Spencer Canyon Campground, keep your dog leashed while exploring the nearby hiking trails to ensure their safety and the comfort of other campers.
  • General Hitchcock Campground is a great spot for a weekend getaway, but remember to pack a cozy blanket for your pet, as temperatures can drop at night.

Pet owners like the variety of activities available

  • Voyager RV Resort & Hotel offers a range of activities including swimming and crafts, ensuring that both you and your pets have plenty to do during your stay.
  • At Crazy Horse RV Park, you can enjoy organized activities while your dog enjoys the doggie bag stations and clean grounds.
  • Pima County Fairgrounds RV Park features a nature trail perfect for walks with your dog, allowing you to explore the beautiful desert landscape together.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Saguaro National Park?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Saguaro National Park is Tucson - Lazydays KOA with a 4.6-star rating from 48 reviews.

  • What is the best site to find dog-friendly camping near Saguaro National Park?

    TheDyrt.com has all 134 dog-friendly camping locations near Saguaro National Park, with real photos and reviews from campers.