Best Campgrounds near Salome, AZ

After Tortilla Flat Natl Forest campground closed abruptly I needed accommodations and this KOA was on my way and in my budget. Gravel/dirt lot with level campsites, good power, water & sewer. Clean but private showers and bonus pool/spa (didn't use). Desert across the street attracts lots of OHV folks here but also provides a place for doggies to roam.

We stay in the Magic Circle clothes optional area. This review is generally for this area.

There are two fees during the . A $40 two week or a $180 up to seven month one*. 

In this price includes, at times limited water, garbage, sewage dump and camping.

Inside the Mmagic Circle, there is a group use tent that offers things such as dances, yoga, bingo, meetings and other things.

There is also anywhere between five to nine kilometers of hiking trails, depending on how creative you are.

The weather is variable.  This year the temps have been between 44⁰C (112⁰F) and 1⁰C (33⁰F). Wind between 75kmh (47mph) and calm.

There is wildlife even during this drought. There are cactus and other prickly things. This is a lot of dust.

You can as social or private as much as you like.

For the single female adventurous types, there are about 20-25 single old white guys for every couple. Unfortunately, there are creeps here.

Our att is great.

We are here between October and April.

*prices will be going up.

Lots of camping spots before and after this specific location. Camping spots are spread out. You can see about 20 miles of I-10 from this area. Power substation have bright lights on all night but I would camp there again.

I currently do not have photos to share. We camped on Campground C38 which had a wonderful view of the lake. The campground we stayed does not have sewer connections, only water and electric. There is a dump station, shower and restroom on site.  

We would do it again! P.S. the weather was perfect in March.

If you're looking for a no-frills yet enjoyable boondocking experience, Hi Jolly BLM Dispersed Camping Area near Quartzsite, Arizona, is a great pick. This free camping spot offers a vast, open landscape with stunning desert views, making it ideal for those who love off-grid adventures.

What Makes Hi Jolly Special?✔

Spacious and Flat Terrain: Whether you're in a big rig, a van, or pitching a tent, there’s plenty of room to spread out without feeling crowded. The relatively level ground makes setting up easy, even for larger RVs.

✔ Close to Quartzsite: Just a few miles from town, Hi Jolly gives you easy access to Quartzsite’s amenities, including grocery stores, propane refills, and famous flea markets during the winter months.

✔ Stunning Sunsets& Starry Nights: The desert skies here are breathtaking—expect vibrant sunsets and clear, star-filled nights, perfect for photography or simply unwinding by the campfire by the want to try a traffic rider mod apk this is an fantastic motor cycle bike racing game try it .

Too rocky for us to drive into. You may want to pull along the main road and walk in to see the conditions. There are several places to drive in, so pick the one that looks the best to you and your rig. Just saying...

Not a bad area and very convenient for a stop over. I'd rate a 3.5 most likely. Stayed the night between Joshua Tree and Phoenix. Road is fairly decent, a little rocky. You'll definitely be around others but everyone was spaced nicely out anyway. You're also not far from highway so will hear that. Nice view of nearby hills and night sky is good.

Great option just off the 10. The landscape is dark and rocky, but I felt safe here as a solo female traveler. There are lots of other campers here. You can find more secluded spots as you drive up the hills and away from the road. Solid spot for a few days.

Nice. Quiet. Lacking a bit on the social side. Gets quiet after 7 PM. Too quiet.

Wonderful off grid sites. There is so many places out here to camp and as far as i can tell some people are living out there. its very peaceful at night and very Dark for looking at the stars. wild life is everywhere and so many donkeys. There are still some old cowboys around on horse getting cattle. On the weekends its a SxS mall out there, i was there for 14 days and on the weekends there was about 50 to 60 SxS out and about. many many trails. very dry and clean, not a lot of trash and i did not smell or see anything.

From Parker all the way to I-40, you have large graded areas that have an RV, Toy Hauler, or 5th wheel trailer parked about every 300 ft. Some vans mixed in there too. Like a really big dirt parking lot overlooking the river. I guess it is disbursed "camping" but you are not communing with nature or anything.  I live a few hours away and just wanted to see what the area was about. I decided that the camping experience wasn't for me and came back home.

Nice little spot off the main hwy. Not much besides a rocky dirt area. Plenty of space though. Verizon cell service decent

Very nice State Park campground. Sites are spaced far apart. Nice rangers and volunteers. Clean all around; two shower areas, two beaches, one dogs can go on. Lots of grassy areas for playing, or dog walking.

I would give the park 5 stars except for one think. Wow, the water really tastes bad. They are apparently not of city water. 

You will be happy staying here.

Camping is what you expect in the dessert. There is a place for drinking water and dumps. However.... We arrived to the rudest, most obnoxious attendant when we tried to check it. MAKE SURE you arrive with a Printed (phone QR code) not good enough. If you need to get a printout of your online payment, you will have to drive to Luv's truck stop and ask the service desk- you email them your online payment and they print it out for$2. But wait there is more. I went back and the un-nice ranger lady now told me I have to go 2 miles down to Tyson Wash with my new printed info and get them to issue my stickers and paper receipt. So, why can't they just scan your QR code from your phone at ever campground in the complex and register you? Hey, just like getting on an airplane, going to the movies, boarding a train, or visiting a museum......

Amazing campsite setting nestled against the Saddle Mountains. Beautiful Sunsets & Sunrises. Stargazing is spectacular. You won't regret it!

I heard a rumor there was good cell coverage with Verizon,but that was false. Nice Campground, good place to fish, traiks are short but ok.

Right off Palm Canyon road. Lots of flat spots to choose from. Our low clearance 2WD had no problem. Some traffic heading to Palm Canyon trail but not too bad and just during the day.

Pros: The views are absolutely beautiful, sites are spaced out, quiet and clean, most roads almost any car can make it there are a few that requires a truck.

Cons: Flies are horrendous out here, no matter what you try to do to keep them away or out it’s almost impossible to do!