Best Tent Camping near Superstition Mtn, AZ

Dispersed camping options near Superstition Mountain in Arizona include several primitive tent sites with varying amenities and access conditions. Hackamore Road Dispersed camping offers free tent sites on BLM land with no permit required, while Peralta Regional Park provides established primitive remote campsites with basic facilities. Devils Canyon Campground offers another dispersed option for tent campers seeking a more rugged experience.

Access roads to dispersed camping areas often present challenges for tent campers. The route to Hackamore Road Dispersed camping features numerous potholes and rough terrain, requiring careful navigation even for high-clearance vehicles. Most primitive tent sites lack drinking water, requiring campers to bring adequate supplies. Toilet facilities vary significantly between locations, with established sites like Peralta Regional Park offering maintained facilities while truly dispersed areas have none. Fire regulations permit campfires at most locations, though fire rings should be used where available to minimize impact.

Walk-in tent sites provide a more secluded camping experience away from vehicle traffic. Diversion Dam offers walk-in tent camping with picnic tables and fire pits, though vehicles must remain in the parking area. The Point Campground provides a unique boat-in camping experience with four official campsites accessible by kayak or boat, featuring covered picnic tables and composting toilets. One camper noted, "Keep on the lookout for lots of birds and Big Horned Sheep as you paddle up river to the Horse Mesa Dam area." Tent campers at Peralta Regional Park enjoy dark skies for stargazing and relative quiet between sites, with access to nearby hiking trails where wildlife sightings are common.

Best Tent Sites Near Superstition Mtn, Arizona (16)

Show More
Showing results 1-10 of 16 campgrounds

2025 Detourist Giveaway

Presented byToyota Trucks

Review Campgrounds. Win Prizes.

Enter to Win


Tent Camping Reviews near Superstition Mtn, AZ

464 Reviews of 16 Superstition Mtn Campgrounds


  • Tara S.
    Feb. 22, 2023

    Roosevelt Lake - Cholla Campground

    Peaceful Spot in the Winter

    We spent 3 nights here in February, and while it was chilly, the place was very quiet and the stars were amazing! There are no hookups here, but there are bathrooms with flush toilets (some have showers), and there are faucets with potable water. There's also a boat launch and a few playgrounds for the kids. 

    There were mostly RVs here, but the waterfront tent sites are amazing if you don't mind walking in from the main parking area (it's not a far walk).

    Each campsite has a picnic table with a shaded awning and a fire pit, but you have to bring in your own wood or gather it from the surrounding forest. Saw lots of birds here - cactus wren, quail, finches, warblers, and road runners.

  • R
    Feb. 29, 2020

    Roosevelt Lake - Schoolhouse Campground

    Quiet with Gorgeous Views

    Right on beautiful Theodore Roosevelt Lake. Nice sites, decently spaced (except 204 and 205 are pretty tight), beautiful 360* mountain views. Well kept. Nick, the host, is friendly and helpful. There are no showers, but there are a few flush toilets. No water hookups, but potable water is available at the restrooms. No electric sites, but we had all the 110 power we needed from our solar panels/inverter system. I’d give this 5 stars if there were a dump station, but there isn’t. The boat launch is very nice.

  • KJ G.
    Feb. 16, 2025

    Pinal County Fairgrounds

    Quick practical spot

    We were dry /primitive campers saving our coins here and there camping! This was an easy quick $10 but I do recommend getting there before closing hrs. As you have to call the camp host to let you in. There is no designated camp zones it is a very dry area ofcourse being in the middle of Arizona. But we were prepared with sleeping pads and tent tarps for comfort. But for 10 bucks you can’t beat that! There was an animal 4H fair of some sort going on which we enjoyed even through all our sleep! The animals did seem to “sleep with us!” There is showers and easy convience to I-10/I20? Also Walmart/standard fast food defiantly more RV friendly but with the right gear you should be fine! I love supporting places like this over the hotel industry

  • Whither W.
    Feb. 1, 2021

    Bartlett Flat

    Crowded and loud on weekends, peaceful when not

    Super accessible from the Phoenix area, very easy to find. You can choose your own camping spot, and there are many existing stone fire rings and pits that are spaced out decently across the area. The earlier you arrive, the more spots you'll have to choose from; most are filled by sundown. A sedan can easily get across the Flat with some careful maneuvering. Vault toilets are all the way at the entrance of the Flat so plan accordingly. (Or... bring a trowel.)

    Lots of families, which means kids, music, and laughter. Never a bad thing, but even if they're not particularly loud, there's no trees or shrubs on the shoreline to dampen the sound and it carries pretty far—especially when kids figure out the lake is basically a giant echo chamber!

    The wind can really whip across the lake when it picks up, and it makes it hard to pitch a tent or run a stove. I recommend setting up camp up by the trees if you don't plan on boating/fishing/RV camping to give yourself a bit of shelter from the wind.

    No hiking or trails to be had here, but definitely a relaxing, pretty spot.

  • Jeni G.
    Oct. 18, 2019

    Tonto National Forest Riverside Campground

    Cool spot, too much trash

    The river was beautiful! The camp spots were close to the river with nice big fire rings. Just like a lot of low desert camping in Arizona it’s dusty and dry with lots of prickly plans. But the trail and the trees near the river were lush. My biggest complaint about the spot was all the garbage everywhere. Come on people, burn your trash or take it home! There’s no need to trip over piles of water bottles & beer cans, cigarette butts, McDonald’s wrappers and plastic bags.

  • P
    Nov. 24, 2020

    Canyon Lake Marina & Campground

    Noise all night long and not from Campers

    I don’t know why they bother be so strict with noise from campers after 10:00. You can’t see it, but your 20 feet off the main road and if you are there on a weekend the road noise from the motorcycles and cars racing up and down the road to and from the bar will keep you up until 3:00 in the morning. If you manage to fall asleep finally by 3:00 and you are in a tent, be prepared to be woken up again at 4:30 when the boaters start launching their boats 5 feet from the tent area. I did not find the camp staff helpful, including the fact that we got there at 2:00 which is check in time and had to wait 30 minutes for someone to show up to open the gate. We had very little interaction other than that. Obviously the noise is not their fault, but if you are planning on tent camping there you need to be aware. It may be a good spot for RVs that have some insulation from the road noise and are further away from the boat docks, but if your tent camping, find other places. Note - no water available at all to tent sites. Not even a shared spigot. The bathrooms were not working while we were there. They did provide a temporary trailer for showers and toilet but it was poorly stocked and filthy the entire weekend.

  • Crystal D.
    Jan. 15, 2022

    Lost Dutchman State Park Campground

    Beautiful Views

    My husband and I dry camped in our RV here for one night in mid January. Park was very packed, but very clean and quiet. Nice place to get some rest. Gorgeous views of the superstitions. Unfortunately we had to buy an extra day pass to hike in as check in is at 2pm and check out is at noon. If you are planning to hike into the mountains I recommend booking at least 2 nights in the campground. Staff was friendly. Dump station very crowded starting a couple hours before checkout time

  • Matt M.
    Jun. 29, 2018

    Burnt Corral Campground

    Apache Lake, lower Burnt Corral

    Apache Lake is a beautiful desert canyon lake. Getting there is a little difficult via a dirt road known as the Apache Trail. Nice improved maintained sites, most are shoreline and with fire rings, picnic tables. There are some open beach camping spaces as well. Expect a dirt and rock floor, mature desert trees and low scrub. Within the campground is a small boat ramp with dock and a parking lot for your trailer if you bring your watercraft There is a self serve pay station and a camp host. Dumpsters, vault toilets and a few freshwater stations.

  • Denise G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 23, 2022

    Lost Dutchman State Park Campground

    Campsite is at the foot of the Superstitious Mountains

    Lost Dutchman is a beautiful campsite however the sites are a little closer than what we prefer. We were in site 98 which was right in front of the Superstitious Mountains with no obstructions. The site was a pull thru but was barely long enough for our Toyota Tundra max cab and 20-foot trailer. A picnic table, fire ring and a couple of camp chairs is about all that fits at this site. If you want your trailer door to be lined up with the table, it will require you to pull the trailer through and park your tow vehicle behind it. Firewood can be purchased for$8 cash from the ranger station and ice for$6. If you want to use the well-maintained bathrooms or showers don’t stay in the 75-104 loop since the bathrooms are almost a half mile away via a trail that I would not recommend without closed toe shoes. We saw Quail and tarantulas on the trail. Although there were multiple signs to beware of rattle snakes we did not run into any. There was also a dog park near the main restrooms and showers. There is a dump station on your way out of the park that was easy to access. Goldfield Ghost Town just down the road, although a tourist trap it is a must see. There are multiple gift stores, a restaurant as well as a hamburger/ice cream stand and bakery, a train ride and Mine tours. Just a little farther down the road is the Superstition Mountain Lost Dutchman Museum which is more than just a museum full of old artifacts. There is a great gift shop and 15 acres of mining artifacts, artwork and a movie site Chaple used in a 1968 western called Charro which started Elvis Presley as well as the Apacheland Movie Barn used in multiple westerns. They even have a working 1914 Stamp ore mill which was used to crush boulders that had small pieces of gold within them. When enjoyed our two-night stay at Lost Dutch and spending the day learning about the history of this little community.


Guide to Superstition Mtn

Tent camping near Superstition Mountain, Arizona, offers a unique blend of stunning landscapes and outdoor adventures, perfect for nature enthusiasts looking to escape the hustle and bustle.

Tent campers like these nearby activities

Amenities that enhance your camping experience

  • McDowell Regional Park-Ironwood features well-maintained restrooms and picnic tables, making it a comfortable choice for families.
  • At The Point Campground, you’ll find covered picnic tables and fire pits, perfect for evening gatherings under the stars.
  • Bachelor Cove provides basic amenities like toilets, ensuring a more convenient camping experience.

Tips for tent camping near Superstition Mtn

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular tent campsite near Superstition Mtn, AZ?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Superstition Mtn, AZ is Hackamore Road Dispersed with a 2.9-star rating from 11 reviews.

What is the best site to find tent camping near Superstition Mtn, AZ?

TheDyrt.com has all 16 tent camping locations near Superstition Mtn, AZ, with real photos and reviews from campers.