Best Camping near Sun City West, AZ

Recent Reviews near Sun City West, Arizona

599 Reviews of 186 Sun City West Campgrounds

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  Kevin C.

  Ranger

  

  Feb. 18, 2025

  Bumble Bee Dispersed

  Not an Ideal Camping Venue

  Arrived on a Monday afternoon and found no other campers but several trucks and OHV trailers parking on the road to the camping area. Made it around them to have my pick of camp sites.

  The road goes past the camping area. There are presumably more camping areas down the hill.

  The main camping area it the top of a hill where someone cleared all vegetation. Nothing to stop the wind.

  There were few level areas. Camping here requires some serious leveling skills.

  There is lots of room for longer trailers . HOWEVER, I COULD NOT RECOMMEND IT! This would be an excellent place for R/C jeeps and motorcycles.

  The OHV jockeys seemed OK. They did seen somewhat surprised that someone was camping.

  Overall the campsite was just a very remote,hilly and sterile dirt parking lot. Lots of garbage, mostly drink containers and tissue paper.

  The one good thing was after dark, there was nobody for miles.

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  tay M.

  Scout

  

  Feb. 13, 2025

  White Tank Mountain Regional Park

  Very nice place

  Really cool spot lots of activities for the whole family very clean an lots of friendly people enjoying the place also

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  Dustin N.

  Scout

  

  Feb. 12, 2025

  Saddle Mountain BLM (Tonopah, AZ)

  Beautiful Spacious Views

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

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  Damon H.

  Traveler

  

  Feb. 8, 2025

  Saddle Mountain BLM (Tonopah, AZ)

  Pros and Cons

  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!

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  matt F.

  Traveler

  

  Jan. 28, 2025

  Bulldog Canyon Dispersed Camping - North Entrance

  Beautiful, price just went up to $80 a year for a pass. but have to camp 2 miles down a ohv

  Our first night we campednat the 2nd or 3rd campsite which wasn't too difficult to get to. Big rocks and ruts but no biggie. The next morning we woke up to a forest ranger saying we had to camp 2 miles from the road. We took our 30 foot camper the 2 miles and boy was it insane off roading for a travel trailer! Dont recommend it as my tire exploded a week later probably from the abuse. The 2 miles rule seems like it is a new rule and they say it's to stop erosion but it seems to stop campers. Because there's only 2 camp spots past 2 miles deep but tons of other awesome campsites on the way. They also just changed the price from $6 for 6 monthes to $80 for the year

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  tay M.

  Scout

  

  Jan. 27, 2025

  White Tank Mountain

  Honestly relaxing vibe

  Really cool place something for everybody if ur active an wanna see nature an good views or if you just want a nice relaxing place to get away but don’t gotta go to far.. you will not be disappointed 👍🏽☀️🏜️

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  Starseed P.

  Legend

  

  Jan. 24, 2025

  Lake Pleasant Dispersed Camp

  Perfect for winter base

  Stayed here for the past 2 years overwinter. 6 months, $15 pass, 36 foot skoolie with zero issues. Close to everything you need as a boon docker/nomad.

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  Starseed P.

  Legend

  

  Jan. 22, 2025

  Maddock Road Dispersed - AZ State Trust Land

  Wide open desert land

  Parked here last two years, 6 months at at time over winter. Quiet, spacious, close to water, stores, lake pleasant. If you drive to the back, off new river road, you can find less people and traffic.

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  Conner F.

  Guide

  

  Jan. 20, 2025

  Maddock Road Dispersed - AZ State Trust Land

  Convenient and beautiful

  So thankful for this desert and the solitude it brought. The further off carefree you get, the more solitude you’ll find. It’s been pretty windy (25-30mph gusts) which causes a lot of dust but it’s gorgeous and warm during the day, even in January. Recommend black canyon city for laundry and hiked on the black canyon trail. Shell by this spot is pricey so make sure to get some stuff at Walmart in Anthem or somewhere else, however the shell is super convenient when in a pickle. Tons of stuff within 15-20 minutes such as groceries, shooting ranges, hiking, trails for the ATV/offroaders. I’d definitely visit again and recommend it. Also, great AT&T service, was able to work off hotspot from Tues-Friday with no incidence.

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  Conner F.

  Guide

  

  Jan. 18, 2025

  Box Bar Road Dispersed

  Gorgeous spot but little service

  It’s gorgeous. Not very many spots but love being right by the river. With this being said it’s tucked in there by the mountains so it gets colder than desert overnight and has wildlife around plus little to no service for AT&T. However, if I didn’t need service this would’ve been perfect since my dog loves the water.

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  Teresa A.

  Guide

  

  Jan. 15, 2025

  White Tank Mountain Regional Park

  Couple nights while visiting area

  We stayed at the Willow Campground for two nights while visiting family and friends in the Surprise area. Hiked the Waterfall and Black Loop Trail for a little exercise as well. Didn’t do any others as our dog had an encounter with a stray cholla ball. This would be the only concern for those traveling with pets. There are quite a few lose even along trails. Other than that the facilities are clean and well kept. Fresh water and showers are available.

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  Patrick L.

  Scout

  

  Dec. 28, 2024

  Dispersed camping near Crown King

  Worth the drive

  Beautiful camping surrounded by ponderosa pines and boulders. Rich in wildlife.

  We were pushing the envelope with a 30 ft camper. Would strongly suggest motorhomes and longer RV's not consider this location. Our family were the only campers during our stay. Lots of activity in and around Crown King. Gas and water available in town. Due to roads, add an hour to any estimated drive time if pulling a trailer.

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  Gregg T.

  Guide

  

  Dec. 27, 2024

  Dispersed Camping off hwy 74

  Wide open state land

  Yes, I paid the$15 fee and I've been here a couple weeks. People are pretty great. I had Christmas Eve dinner with a bunch of other campers. A lot of fun

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  Gregg T.

  Guide

  

  Dec. 27, 2024

  State land trust/Inspiration Point

  Kicked us out

  From what i gather, some dimbasses were taking pit shots at the free roam cattle...I guess they thought they were not owned. Regardless, we had been there about a week when we were abruptly told to pack up and get out of here. So I did. Liked the spots though.

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  Chelsey W.

  Traveler

  

  Dec. 16, 2024

  Dispersed Camping off hwy 74

  Nice, quiet, friendly site with some trash and glass

  The campsite is good, quiet, easily accessible and I met some friendly neighbors. I love all the cacti as well. There is quite a bit of trash and glass around. Full Verizon cell service and nice warm weather in December.

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  Linda H.

  Scout

  

  Dec. 16, 2024

  Monte Vista RV Resort

  Monte Vista

  Beautiful park. Expensive but worth every penny. Unbelievable amenities

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  William M.

  Guide

  

  Dec. 12, 2024

  Old Airstrip Camping & Staging Area

  Worth the trip

  The road in is a little rough, but ok. Two week stay limit, but that's pretty standard for BLM properties. There's no facilities so be prepared. Good level land and plenty of room. Wild burros wander through occasionally, and coyotes make their presence known as well. Fantastic views and quiet atmosphere, so far. Been here two nights and plan to stay for at least another week.

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  Jeremy W.

  Traveler

  

  Dec. 10, 2024

  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.

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  Lacey W.

  Scout

  

  Dec. 10, 2024

  State land trust/Inspiration Point

  Closed

  Coordinates led to a cattle guard that is fenced closed. No access to the site. You could park next to the road though.

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  William M.

  Guide

  

  Nov. 19, 2024

  Bloody 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

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  William M.

  Guide

  

  Nov. 19, 2024

  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.

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  Marcela M.

  Scout

  

  Nov. 16, 2024

  Bloody Basin Rd / Agua Fria NM Dispersed Camping

  Perfect spot

  Approachable, very good spot near the highway, also with a camper van.

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  Gregg T.

  Guide

  

  Nov. 14, 2024

  Maddock Road Dispersed - AZ State Trust Land

  Spacious

  Lots of room all rvs except little ol me, but only for a couple weeks.

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  Debbie H.

  Traveler

  

  Nov. 6, 2024

  Leaf Verde RV Resort

  Nice Park

  This is a huge park. 1365 sites. Crammed in pretty tight, but fairly clean and very nice staff. Most of the sites are pull thru so that’s a bonus.

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  Joseph P.

  Scout

  

  Nov. 4, 2024

  Lamplighter Mobile Park

  Mobile trash park

  This is to Mike the owner,

    Just wanted to let you know that you are a poor excuse for a human being. We were going to move anyway, but you pushed it ahead, so now my disabled wife and I are in the desert. Thanks.

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  Joseph P.

  Scout

  

  Nov. 4, 2024

  Lamplighter Mobile Park

  Trailer park in Apache Junction AZ.

  Business as usual at The lamplighter they specialize in stealing your home throwing you in the street the new manager is an outright liar she lies in open court their concern is themselves and nothing else places infested with rats cockroaches dopers to the family to help start the neighborhood watch we evicted so there's no neighborhood watch anymore but there's lots of dopers I've witnessed the manager the new manager coming out of a dope house in her own risk and you owner Mike pure trash and what can you meet that award-winning staff he has there you have a manager that sleeps with residents numerous residents I believe her last name is basua

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  Enzo M.

  Scout

  

  Nov. 4, 2024

  Bulldog Canyon Dispersed Camping - West Entrance

  Bulldog Canyon (all entrances) is an OHV Sport area first, Camp spot second

  Thanks to the efforts of the environaz- mentality of the last 40 years there are horribly few true sanctioned OHV areas for folks to legally use and enjoy offroad Motorsports, neither FREE or PAID.   So OHV owners have nearly zero options.   Bulldog Canyon is one those tiny few chances for those OHVers.    Campers need to be cognizant of this and respect the OHV'er, not demand OHV'ers respect THEM!    If you are looking for a pure silent CAMPground, and are of the "get off my lawn" and or "man/woman shouts at clouds" type, look elsewhere.  There are PLENTY of options for such inflexible campers to demand adherence to THEIR level of enjoyment.    Bulldog isn't free, OHVers pay for the unlimited access - when allowed that access - to trails WITHOUT time/day/hour exceptions.   So if you're a camper, bring some earplugs if the sounds of all-hours OHVers is disturbing to you.   Bulldog Canyon is a fantastic area for those campers who enjoy the OHV.   I no longer can use an OHV but I enjoy seeing these younger generations doing what mine and earlier gens once took for granted nearly everywhere unrestricted.     Highly recommend Bdog Canyon for the fun-lovers and young-at-hearts.   For the HOA-loving types, sincerely consider elsewhere for your benefit and those of others.