Whether you're an RVer or tent camper, Williams, AZ is a great place to post up for the weekend—or longer. Discover secluded campsites where you can reconnect with nature. Or maybe you like to bring your family and friends along. Either way, there are Williams campgrounds just for you. Discover great camping spots near Williams, reviewed by campers like you.
"Definitely take a visit to Williams, it’s like a step back in time. People were friendly and helpful. A ton to do here! Also, there is a hiking trail just behind the campground."
"Big campground tucked in the forest with many activities for the kids. Place has an indoor pool for those cold nights. Polar express in Williams is a short 10min drive from here."
$26 - $52 / night
"Downtown Williams is within walking distance and has lots of restaurants, shops and bars. We also walked over to the Grand Canyon Brewery for beers and pizza one evening."
"This campground is clean, well run, centrally located and has everything one needs when camping, except quiet and solitude, but then it isn't that kind of campground."
$30 - $300 / night
"Dogtown lake, named for the prairie dogs who inhibit the area, is a great little spot tucked away in the forest not far from Williams, AZ on Route 66."
"Great campsite, so close to the lake easy to walk down and fish and kayak, great restaurants in Williams."
"Great jumping off point to get to Grand Canyon as it is a little bit North out of the town of Williams. Also easy to get to Williams to have dinner, etc..."
"Even though we had been camping on this road trip and had our gear in the car, we elected to stay in one of the camping cabins at the Williams KOA and it was quite a treat."
"Dry camping with no services but just 10 minutes from Williams. Be respectful and kind and pack out your trash. Very quiet at night and didn’t have an issue locating a level spot during my stay."
"It is just North of Williams, which is a pretty neat little town, and about an hour away from the Grand Canyon South entrance, on highway 64. Follow GPS/Google Maps to get here. "
"Met someone who say she comes here often from Williams and safety never an issue. All wheel drive best. Great views!!!"
"Only two other rigs around but with enough space to spread out and feel alone - check out the crater nearby if you have some free time."
$32 - $225 / night
"Everyone else spread their tents around the remainder of the group site for privacy/space. Very clean and frienfly campground, 5 min drive from Williams if you need supplies."
"We camped in the Kaibab National Forest in Williams, AZ for my friend's birthday and it was absolutely amazing! So peaceful and relaxing! I will definetly go again!"
$26 / night
"Simply the best area to camp, right off Route 66 Williams! The forest is beautiful, so keep it clean!"
"Primitive camping in beautiful, cool Arizona forest. Most campsites offer a lot of privacy. Dirt roads are a bit rough, so SLOW is an important word!"
"The campground is right off of the highway. Close to the town of Williams and Route 66. Clean restrooms, showers, and laundry room."
"Backed up to a lovely green space and dog walk. Railroad is for the Grand Canyon Excursion train. 9:35 in the AM it leaves, 5:45 in the PM it returns. Everyone goes outside and waves."
$30 - $198 / night
"Bummer at first, until we got here and met Bob our host here at White Horse who was extremely accommodating in letting us choose our campsite and giving plenty of recommendations for nearby trails and"
"What a great little campground nestled in the Williams forest area, about a 20 mile drive from downtown Williams and 15 of those miles are on a well kept dirt road."
TravelerA big area with lots sites close to Flagstaff. Easy to get to with our 24 foot travel trailer. People seem friendly. Many spots with trees. We are out in the open a little above the edge of the dry lake. The paved road up was somewhat bumpy. The last bit was unpaved and to our site there were some deep potholes. If it had rained, there would be mud where we are.
ScoutWE CAME, WE SAW, WE LEFT. In other words WE DID NOT STAY HERE!!! Contrary to many reviews, we only saw maybe two sites that had sufficient space for our large 44’ rig and F250, and the trees at site entrances were too close together, with the clearance under some branches not sufficient for a 14’ plus rig. All the campsites were taken, albeit it was early morning on the Friday of the July 4th weekend when we arrived. They had ROAD CLOSED signs on both ends of the campground (and NO WARNING ⚠️ SIGNS at the entrance) that prevented us from driving through the campground… so we were forced to turn around in unsafe places… after we were forced to back up a quarter of a mile! It’s also too close to the highway and the entire experience caused us nothing but stress! It’s too bad this campground doesn’t better maintain the area by rounding off the corners of the entrances to campsites, and clearing certain trees at those entrances, making it suitable for larger rigs. So though we had driven through the night to arrive super early, we were forced to drive another five hours to our next destination.
GuideWe stayed here for about a week and a half and then a park ranger paid us a visit telling us the county changed the camping lines. Luckily we had found a parking spot about .3 miles from the limits which is just over a hill. The rd is bumpy but if you're slow our 26ft class A made it through no problem. Over all a very good place to be so long as you stay within the condensed camping area. It was very peaceful and quiet.
TravelerAbsolutely beautiful back off this road. No other person in site for the July 4th holiday. Both open areas of grassland and forest, complete with a large pond and little duck so calls it home. Be careful of the drive to the trees, there are crazy metal ropes spawning from a hole that looks like a gateway to the underworld! It tried eating my truck when I wasn’t paying enough attention - so beware, walk the ground first so you know where to drive. The beauty is worth it! Lots of animals come to drink from the pond and you get a hell of a view! No pun intended hahha.
GuideThis was a very convenient place to stop before Colorado. Very close to Flagstaff and didn’t seem overly crowded.
Didn’t go very far into the road but I found a nice secluded site. Wasn’t particularly gorgeous in the middle of summer as the colors haven’t grown in yet.
ScoutQuiet, dispersed, lots of flat spaces and spacious. Pine trees for shade, great!
GuideLooks like a great place. Lots of campers from all different kinds parked as remotely as possible. Super quiet. There was a sign at the mouth of the area stating no fires this time. But lots of areas had fire rings. Nothing beats a free campsite.
ScoutWent up to the bend in the road and found an amazing spot. At the top of the mountain so pretty good signal and incredible views of the southeast Flagstaff forest. Would recommend this spot!
ScoutWe’re gushing about this park! Really nice people and fun amenities at the park. We’ll be staying there again this summer.
Camping near Williams, Arizona, offers a fantastic mix of stunning landscapes and outdoor adventures. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly spot or a secluded getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.
Explore the Grand Canyon: Just a short drive from Williams, the Grand Canyon is a must-see. Many campers enjoy the free shuttle service from campgrounds like Mather Campground — Grand Canyon National Park, which makes it easy to access various lookouts and trails. One camper noted, "There’s also a free shuttle service from the camp to different lookouts/trails around the Grand Canyon."
Hiking: Trails abound in the area, with options for all skill levels. A reviewer at Forest Service Road 328 Dispersed mentioned, "We stayed five nights at the first ringed site on the right. So easy to park our converted ambulance and motorcycle into the park each day."
Wildlife Watching: Keep an eye out for elk and other wildlife. Campers at Mather Campground shared experiences of seeing elk at the water station, adding to the natural charm of the area.
Camping near Williams, Arizona, has something for everyone, from stunning views to family-friendly activities. Just be prepared for varying amenities and the potential for crowds during peak times!
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Williams, AZ offers a wide range of camping options, with 244 campgrounds and RV parks near Williams, AZ and 117 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Williams, AZ is Williams-Circle Pines KOA with a 4.3-star rating from 29 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 117 free dispersed camping spots near Williams, AZ.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 8 parks near Williams, AZ that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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