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Best Dispersed Sites Near Tolleson, AZ (46)

    Camper-submitted photo from Bulldog Canyon Dispersed Camping - North Entrance
    Camper-submitted photo from Bulldog Canyon Dispersed Camping - North Entrance
    Camper-submitted photo from Bulldog Canyon Dispersed Camping - North Entrance
    Camper-submitted photo from Bulldog Canyon Dispersed Camping - North Entrance
    Camper-submitted photo from Bulldog Canyon Dispersed Camping - North Entrance
    Camper-submitted photo from Bulldog Canyon Dispersed Camping - North Entrance

    1. Bulldog Canyon Dispersed Camping - North Entrance

    25 Reviews
    63 Photos
    482 Saves

    NO CAMPING First 2 miles and 300 feet on either side of the road/trail VEHICLES MUST STAY ON DESIGNATED ROADS - but past those designated no camping zones, camping is allowed unless otherwise posted.

    This space is very large so it may be best to divide it by the access points. The point I'll be using is Access #3- Forest Road (FR) 10, south entrance: This access point is reached from Apache Junction. From Mesa: Travel 15 miles east on the Superstition Freeway (US 60) to the Idaho Street exit. Follow Idaho Street north 4½ miles to McKellips. Turn right on McKellips and travel ½ mile to the Wolverine Pass Road and turn left. Follow it for 7/8 mile and turn right on Tonto Road. Travel north on Tonto Road for ¼ mile to Cactus and turn left. Follow Cactus to McDowell Road and follow it to FR 10 gate.

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    • Tents
    • Group
    Camper-submitted photo from Great BLM Camping and Staging Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Great BLM Camping and Staging Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Great BLM Camping and Staging Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Great BLM Camping and Staging Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Great BLM Camping and Staging Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Great BLM Camping and Staging Area

    2. Great BLM Camping and Staging Area

    17 Reviews
    17 Photos
    250 Saves
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    • Equestrian
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    • Dispersed
    Camper-submitted photo from Dispersed Camping off hwy 74
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    3. Dispersed Camping off hwy 74

    5 Reviews
    15 Photos
    77 Saves
    • Pets
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    • ADA Access
    • Dispersed
    • Alcohol
    Camper-submitted photo from Maddock Road Dispersed - AZ State Trust Land
    Camper-submitted photo from Maddock Road Dispersed - AZ State Trust Land
    Camper-submitted photo from Maddock Road Dispersed - AZ State Trust Land
    Camper-submitted photo from Maddock Road Dispersed - AZ State Trust Land
    Camper-submitted photo from Maddock Road Dispersed - AZ State Trust Land
    Camper-submitted photo from Maddock Road Dispersed - AZ State Trust Land

    4. Maddock Road Dispersed - AZ State Trust Land

    4 Reviews
    16 Photos
    60 Saves

    Annual permit needed to recreate an AZ State Trust Lands.

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    • Alcohol
    Camper-submitted photo from Boulders OHV Area
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    Camper-submitted photo from Boulders OHV Area

    5. Boulders OHV Area

    5 Reviews
    9 Photos
    29 Saves
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    Camper-submitted photo from State land trust/Inspiration Point
    Camper-submitted photo from State land trust/Inspiration Point
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    Camper-submitted photo from BLM - North Maricopa Mountains Wilderness
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    Camper-submitted photo from BLM - North Maricopa Mountains Wilderness

    7. BLM - North Maricopa Mountains Wilderness

    4 Reviews
    7 Photos
    34 Saves

    This 63,200-acre wilderness lies in southwestern Maricopa County, 12 miles east of Gila Bend and 20 miles southwest of Phoenix, Arizona. It contains a 10-mile section of the Maricopa Mountains, a low-elevation (1,000 to 2,813 feet) Sonoran Desert range, and extensive surrounding desert plains. The North Maricopa Mountains are a jumble of long ridges and isolated peaks, separated by bajadas and washes. Vegetation includes saguaro, cholla, ocotillo and other Sonoran Desert plant species. Desert bighorn sheep, desert tortoise, coyotes, bobcat, fox, deer, Gambel's quail and raptors inhabit the wilderness.

    The wilderness provides outstanding opportunities for solitude and primitive recreation, including hiking, backpacking, horseback riding, camping, wildlife observation and photography. The Margie's Cove and Brittlebush Trails take you through the heart of the North Maricopa Mountains Wilderness.

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      8. Anthem Dispersed Campsite

      1 Review
      8 Saves
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      • Phone Service
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      • Standard (Tent/RV)
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      Camper-submitted photo from BLM Sonoran Desert National Monument - Vekol Road Dispersed Camping Area
      Camper-submitted photo from BLM Sonoran Desert National Monument - Vekol Road Dispersed Camping Area
      Camper-submitted photo from BLM Sonoran Desert National Monument - Vekol Road Dispersed Camping Area
      Camper-submitted photo from BLM Sonoran Desert National Monument - Vekol Road Dispersed Camping Area
      Camper-submitted photo from BLM Sonoran Desert National Monument - Vekol Road Dispersed Camping Area
      Camper-submitted photo from BLM Sonoran Desert National Monument - Vekol Road Dispersed Camping Area
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        10. North Maricopa Mountains Wilderness Area

        1 Review
        26 Saves

        This 63,200-acre wilderness lies in southwestern Maricopa County, 12 miles east of Gila Bend and 20 miles southwest of Phoenix, Arizona. It contains a 10-mile section of the Maricopa Mountains, a low-elevation (1,000 to 2,813 feet) Sonoran Desert range, and extensive surrounding desert plains. The North Maricopa Mountains are a jumble of long ridges and isolated peaks, separated by bajadas and washes. Vegetation includes saguaro, cholla, ocotillo and other Sonoran Desert plant species. Desert bighorn sheep, desert tortoise, coyotes, bobcat, fox, deer, Gambel's quail and raptors inhabit the wilderness. The wilderness provides outstanding opportunities for solitude and primitive recreation, including hiking, backpacking, horseback riding, camping, wildlife observation and photography. The Margie's Cove and Brittlebush Trails take you through the heart of the North Maricopa Mountains Wilderness.

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      Recent Dispersed Reviews In Tolleson

      147 Reviews of 46 Tolleson Campgrounds


      • Roy G.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Vekol Valley Road
        Nov. 3, 2024

        Vekol Valley Road

        Very Convenient

        This place is right off the highway. Plenty of level places to park. We drive a van but I think most sizes of RV would have no trouble here. Lots of room to turn around. Pretty view of the mountains. There's highway noise but we were all alone.

      • RThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Dispersed Camping off hwy 74
        Aug. 24, 2024

        Dispersed Camping off hwy 74

        Requires permit

        Area is marked and needs permit as well. As a foreigner I can't buy the permit online since only US address can be entered and will be reverted for the credit card payment so no way to stay there legally.

        Maybe going in person or call them can get me a permit but yeah not this way.

        Anyway the spot is nice and levelled if it would be usable 🙂

      • Jim A.
        Camper-submitted photo from Saguaro Cove
        Jun. 13, 2024

        Saguaro Cove

        Remote Camping

        Takes a little 4 wheeling to get there or you can access it from the water.  Basic dispersed camping but gets a little warm during the summer months.  Views are nice and its a nice pack it in, pack it out spot.

      • JThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Saddle Mountain BLM (Tonopah, AZ)
        May. 29, 2024

        Saddle Mountain BLM (Tonopah, AZ)

        Quiet and beautiful stop over

        Camped for one night on my way from NM to LA.  Arrived at night and it was easy to find. Awoke to a beautiful sunrise at the foot of the mountains. Great rock hunting too! This will be my regular camping spot form now on when traveling the same route.

      • Patrick C.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Box Bar Road Dispersed
        May. 1, 2024

        Box Bar Road Dispersed

        Fun spot

        This is a great spot and easy to get to. Lots of shaded areas. You can camp next to your car , wich there might be campers running generators, or you can hike towards the river and set up camp to get away from that. Close to the river with several walk in spots to play in.

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        Camper-submitted photo from State land trust/Inspiration Point
        Apr. 29, 2024

        State land trust/Inspiration Point

        Weekdays are best

        State land trust, good spot for a few nights. Gunshots in the distance, but no incidents/casualties lol. Pulled my 31ft TT back into a spot for a week. Close 10 min drive to stores like WinCo and Safeway and gas stations. Quite weekdays, loud weekends due to motor vehicles breaking the rules. (Not a ohv area but treated as such)

      • Jacquelyn I.
        Camper-submitted photo from Box Bar Road Dispersed
        Apr. 27, 2024

        Box Bar Road Dispersed

        Easy Drive In

        We don’t have an offroad car, so it is always nice when the gravel road is well managed. No heart aches getting in and finding an open area to camp. I was pleasently surprised at the many little nooks of privacy that you could set up camp. Outhouses are well maintained. Bring your own water though and you do need to pay ahead of time, there are no pay boxes on site.

      • Makayla Z.
        Camper-submitted photo from Great BLM Camping and Staging Area
        Mar. 17, 2024

        Great BLM Camping and Staging Area

        Like something out of a Western film

        We pulled in late at about 10pm. Wild burros and coyotes set the soundtrack and the cactus shadows looked against the bright night clouds. Absolutely worth the drive! We car camped and the weather was perfect and we slept great. We will definitely be back soon so we can actually pick a site and enjoy it!

      • mThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Saddle Mountain BLM (Tonopah, AZ)
        Mar. 7, 2024

        Saddle Mountain BLM (Tonopah, AZ)

        Nice and quiet

        This was just an overnight stop. You can get right up next to the mountain if you want. Very rocky though. I made it with a 35' skoolie. Just go slow. It was fairly busy.

      • James P.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Dispersed Camping off hwy 74
        Feb. 29, 2024

        Dispersed Camping off hwy 74

        Nice Desert Site

        Only stayed for the night but could have stayed longer if we didn’t have someplace to be. Lower clearance rigs and vehicles need to stay closer to the main road. We have a 4x4 class C towing a Jeep so we went through some steep banked washes. The further you get away from the main road the less people. Will stay here again.

      • Greg L.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Vulture Peak Road North State Trust Land
        Feb. 15, 2024

        Vulture Peak Road North State Trust Land

        Dispersed AZ ST trust lands

        Rough sloped area at crest by cell tower. This is AZ Trust Land so a $15 online permit is needed to be legit. Cell signal is very good. Only a few miles into town and a grocery store.

      • Greg L.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Vulture Mine Road South Dispersed
        Feb. 14, 2024

        Vulture Mine Road South Dispersed

        Ok, but on AZ State Trust land

        Access road is rutted and could be muddy if wet. Large open flat area in middle. Free dispersed but need the $15 AZ lands permit. Cell signal is very good. No toilets, no trash, no tables...just rock fire rings. Close to the hwy so some hwy noise. Campers look to be folks that work in town, trashy vehicles and industrial setups, not really a RV nomad community area imho, has a sketchy vibe. The dispersed area a bit to the north closer to town by the cell tower may be a better spot



      Guide to Tolleson

      Camping near Tolleson, Arizona, offers a mix of stunning desert landscapes and fun outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly spot or a place to park your RV, there are plenty of options to explore.

      What to do:

      • Hiking and Biking: There are great trails for both hiking and biking. Campers have enjoyed the mountain bike trails connected to Usery Mountain Regional Park, with one reviewer saying, "There are mountain bike trails connected to this campground that were very fun!"
      • Off-Roading: If you have a UTV or enjoy off-roading, Lost Dutchman State Park Campground is a must-visit. One camper raved, "Dust off your UTVs and get ready for a blast! The washboard washes offer thrilling rides for off-road enthusiasts."
      • Fishing and Water Sports: For those who love water activities, Lake Pleasant Regional Park Campground is ideal. A visitor mentioned, "The views from my spot were pretty epic. Relaxed and fished off the shoreline."

      What campers like:

      • Scenic Views: Many campers appreciate the beautiful landscapes. One reviewer at Burnt Corral Campground said, "Beautiful waterfront sites and seems like a great spot for fishing and water sports."
      • Clean Facilities: Campers often mention the cleanliness of the campgrounds. A visitor at McDowell Mountain Regional Park noted, "The bathrooms are immaculate, and the staff is friendly and helpful."
      • Spacious Campsites: Campers enjoy having room to spread out. A reviewer at Usery Mountain Regional Park shared, "The facilities were clean and well kept, your neighbors are obviously pretty close by but people kept to themselves."

      What you should know:

      • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Lake Pleasant Regional Park, lack showers. A camper mentioned, "Showers were lukewarm at best and if it is windy a cool wind blows through the building."
      • Reservation Requirements: Many campgrounds require reservations. A visitor at Painted Rock Petroglyph Site noted, "You need to reserve online as there is no way to pay at the park."
      • Wildlife Encounters: Expect to see wildlife, especially at places like Saddle Mountain BLM. One camper shared, "Wild burros and coyotes set the soundtrack and the cactus shadows looked against the bright night clouds."

      Tips for camping with families:

      • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for spots with amenities like restrooms and picnic areas. Pleasant Harbor RV Resort has a convenience store, which is handy for families. A reviewer said, "The convenience store was a cool feature saving me from having to drive 20min to get some drinks."
      • Plan Activities: Make sure to have a list of activities for kids. One family enjoyed the trails at Usery Mountain Regional Park, stating, "There are tons of trails and the views are awesome."
      • Pack Snacks and Drinks: Keep everyone happy with plenty of snacks. A camper at Lake Pleasant mentioned, "I packed too much food to not cook it up."

      Tips from RVers:

      • Check Hookups: Ensure your chosen campground has the necessary hookups. A visitor at Lost Dutchman State Park noted, "The park offers spacious campsites with convenient power and water hookups."
      • Be Mindful of Road Conditions: Some areas may have rough roads. A reviewer at Bulldog Canyon Dispersed Camping warned, "The road is in the worst condition, we have a 25ft RV and was impossible to get through."
      • Stay Connected: Cell service can be spotty, so plan accordingly. A camper at Saddle Mountain BLM mentioned, "Cellphone service is spotty."

      Camping near Tolleson, Arizona, has something for everyone, from stunning views to family-friendly activities. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

      Frequently Asked Questions

      • Which is the most popular dispersed campsite near Tolleson, AZ?

        According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dispersed campground near Tolleson, AZ is Bulldog Canyon Dispersed Camping - North Entrance with a 3.8-star rating from 25 reviews.

      • What is the best site to find dispersed camping near Tolleson, AZ?

        TheDyrt.com has all 46 dispersed camping locations near Tolleson, AZ, with real photos and reviews from campers.