Best Campgrounds near Tonalea, AZ

We weren't sure what to expect traveling through mostly desert but after turning off 160 on to the road in it was clear the landscape was changing. By the time we arrived at the campground we were so hoping there was space available as the views and surroundings were incredible. The visitor center is very cool with information about the Navajo history and culture, and trails are remarkable if a bit challenging. We are so grateful to the Navajo Nation for sharing this with us, we will be back!

This was such a great spot! The lot was paved, running water at the toilets, quiet site and the stars were AMAZING! We’ll most defiantly come back if we’re ever out this way.

We chose this CG off of TheDyrt and gave it a try. Rolled in around 2PM, it was nearly empty. Great CG. Staff at the Visitor Center was very friendly. Spot 14, as you can see had a great view and the sunset on this mid fall cold evening was outstanding.

The “but” part. It is a tight fit. I’d estimate that half the sites are single parking and will only accommodate a van or small Class C motorhome. At least three that I saw have a pretty steep slope front to back. Tents no problem. The pull through spaces will not permit a slide to be out due to blocking the road. We have a 26 ft trailer and a 3/4 ton truck. I wouldn’t try anything larger than this. Heed the warning sign at the entrance, 27’ trailer, 28’ motorhome, nothing larger. Essentially if it were busy and your equipment is on the larger end, your space choices will be limited.

I’ll close on a positive note. It’s still FREE! The cave dwellings and history are not to be missed. ✌️Out!

This has to be one of the the best free campgrounds I have ever been too. Paved roads , paved sites and a bathhouse . Plus a fabulous view

Surprise! Free camping at an incredible national monument…not to be missed.

Great, easy stop on way to monument valley. We came in at night in a campervan. The roads are all paved so no issues at all even at night. Flush toilets and water is available. The visitors center has a quick walk to view an amazing cave dwelling. First come first served, but the vast majority of spots were open. Lovely spot to rest for the night.

This campsite was great. Perfect for popping in and out. We stayed one night and it was extremely quiet and peaceful.

Sunset View: Pretty good, w some nice more private sites . 1/4 mile to all trailheads

(71 yr olds in 17’ trailer.)

Overall Rating: 3.6 Price 2024: $ FREE Security: No Usage during visit: Pretty full by sunset Site Privacy: Some sites are Site Spacing: inner circle sites are pretty close. Most outer circle sites are nice Pad surface: Blacktop Reservations: No Campground Noise: Quiet Outside Road Noise: Not close to highway Through Traffic in campground: No Electric Hookup: no Sewer Hookup: no Dump Station: no Potable Water Available: yes Generators: allowed Bathroom: Flush toilets. Not well maintained and only one stall operational in the men’s Showers: No Pull Throughs: Some sites Cell Service (AT&T): 1-2 bars Setting: On a ridge of sorts w juniper and piñon pines Recent Weather: 60 and low 70s high w wind. Solar: Excellent. Trees are short enough. In site #7 w 409 w panels filled 100 amp battery even on cloudiest day Insects: No issue this time of yr Host: No Rig Size: 28’ posted as max. Sites: most liked:2, 7*, ,9,11,13,14(best view),15*,16*, 23*, 28. Better pull over sites: 3(w view from picnic area) & 30.

Canyon View at Navajo National Monument : This is such an outstanding campground that it was a shame it was closed in mid May. Staff told me that it was closed because work needed to be finished on the toilets. No work was being done on them when we walked through.

(71 yr olds in 17’ trailer.)

Overall Rating: 5+ Price 2024: $ w interagency pass Security: no Usage during visit: closed Site Privacy: Very good Site Spacing: Very good Pad surface: Gravel Reservations: First come first serve Outside Road Noise: None Through Traffic in campground: No Electric Hookup: no Sewer Hookup: no Dump Station: no Potable Water Available: At Sunset View campground. Generators: Allowed Bathroom: Pit toilets Showers: no Pull Throughs: Available Cell Service (AT&T): 1 bar Setting: juniper and piñon pine Recent Weather: 60 to 70s w occasional wind. Solar: Great Insects:No Host: No Rig Size: 28’ max. Sites: There are some great sites, large and w great views. These are identified in included pics.

I absolutely loved this campground. The staff were wonderful, the entire park was fresh and clean, and I don't care if you have a fully-equipped bathroom in your RV...you have to checkout their showers. It's a spa. Not kidding. If there was one downside it was that there are few trees for shade, but it was early enough in the year that it wasn't an issue. Wonderful large dog park and the best laundry facilities I've seen. Highly recommend!!

This is an unexpected jewel in my travels. There's a campground that is free and first come, first serve. The actual monument is stunning, and there's a few good hikes.

This  rv park is directly on an extremely busy Coppermine Road. Our space was the closest one to the driveway entrance. Air conditioning, earplugs, and white noise did nothing to quell the sound for a good night sleep.

Wi-Fi was intermittent at best but for the three days we were here we were able to log on one time. Kept saying unable to connect wrong password which wasn’t the case. Bring some DVDs because there is no TV availability. Even with our cable hook up may be a satellite for people work, but we don’t have one. Most people have dogs, and apparently leash requirements are not enforced. We have a cat and I couldn’t even take her out on her leash due to all the loose dogs. Most people have no regard and walk through your campsite back-and-forth to the office. We were one row away from the office,#82.  

That being said, the sites level, and the hook ups were OK

Although it was extremely windy for a day, I think I would have spent the extra money and stayed at one of the campsites near the  marina much quieter, and well maintained.

Did not use the pool or spa as it was loaded with kids and families were not real big on indoor facilities anyway. Sorry to make. Out first review such a downer but had we known we would’ve moved on and not stayed here. Very few healthy options for eating in town might do best with the deli at Safeway. We did have a nice lunch Canyon brewery.

We pulled in at 1pm just as everyone was leaving after the Native Americans Day weekend. Most spaces filled up by 5. Sunset has paved small back in spaces and just a few pull throughs. Most are small suitable for up to 15-22’ TTs . There is a 30’ rig too. Drove to the Canyon View loop to check it out. Fair road, nothing a passenger car couldn’t handle. Check out sites 2, 6 and 8 for amazing canyon views. Most sites are small with just a couple to accommodate a big rig. All free and not even an entrance fee. 7 nights max. No hookups.

prons: 35$ tent site, location near main spots, well organized

Cons: toilets far from tent spots, noisy due to the street, we arrived After 6 pm and no one sent us info about PIN toilets etc

We spent 3 nights here in June, 2023.  They told us the place had just opening in February of the same year.  So it's very new, and it shows.  Everything was immaculate.  It's in a nice location, with attractive cliffs all around, and it's actually pretty close to Antelope Canyon and very close to Page itself.  As you'd expect from a place so new, the power, water & sewer were all top notch.  The main check in building (with a little shop) was pretty upscale.  And the bathhouses were great too (with caveat, coming later).  You get a full bathroom to yourself; a lockable room with shower, sink with large counter, toilet, shampoo/conditioner and plenty of space overall.  They pipe in music so that sounds overall are muffled.  They have laundry facilities as well, but we didn't use those.

All in all, sounds like a 5 star experience, yes?  Well, a few things bothered me for the future of this place:

1)  The sites, planted with still very young trees, are mostly ornamental rock.  And growing everywhere through this rock are tumbleweeds.  I live in NM, and know how pernicious these can be.  Yet no effort appeared to be underway to nip them in the bud.  These will soon be unattractive nuisances.  And will make the sites seem much less worth the rather high price of camping here (we paid $85 per night).

2)  The  restrooms, although lovely, were CHRONICALLY out of toilet paper and paper towels.  We learned to bring our own.  One morning, I went in and could have had access to any of the 7 or 8 rooms.  NONE had TP or paper towels.  Not one.  This happened consistently during our visit.  They need to solve that, or their noteworthy bathrooms will become an annoyance.

3)  Also, note that the sites are up on curbs.  We grounded out our hitch several times when pulling in or out.  I can't help but feel the sites could have been built at more like ground level, and not up on curbs.

Still, a very nice stay.

Nice campground but right next to street. If you don’t like noise it’s bad. We didn’t mind. Nice shaded pool area, very clean. Good place to stay with children. Shaded sites

We were en route from Sedona to Monument Valley, planning to camp near Valley of the Gods. However, we ended up traveling later than expected so we tried this site and are so glad we did! There were plenty of spots available on a weeknight in early April, it was not too far off the highway and was quiet and peaceful. Our only regret was that we didn’t have more time to spend exploring the national monument.