Whether you're an RVer or tent camper, Willow Canyon, AZ is a great place to post up for the weekend—or longer. Camping, hiking, biking: however you want to spend your days near Willow Canyon, you'll find great campgrounds with The Dyrt. Search nearby campsites and find top-rated spots from other campers.
$50 / night
"Dump station near exit of loops and another near state park entrance. Nice selection of pull through and back-in sites. We had a back-in on outer edge and had beautiful views."
"Catalina State Park in Tucson, Arizona, is a fantastic campground that offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and convenience."
$31 - $180 / night
"The lake was about a half mile walk from the campsite. There is also hiking trails close to the campground.
Overall, the campsites are larger than normal and the sites are even."
"The toilets were easily accessable and each had running potable water adjacent to the shelters.
I would definately return again"
$22 - $36 / night
"Spencer Canyon Campground is a nice campground approx. 20 miles from Tucson up the General Hitchcock Highway(often called the Catalina Highway or Mt. Lemmon Highway)."
"The drive alone is inspiring! There is a fee for camping which you should plan to leave in the box (yes, they do come around to check eventually)."
$100 / night
"We arrived on a Wednesday afternoon in late February and were pleasantly surprised to find this first come, first serve campground nearly empty."
"A national campground on the edge of Tucson Arizona with spectacular views, mountains, hiking, and biking trails. Quiet and campers spaced far apart. Beautiful!"
"When spending time on the road many times you will find campsite after campsite that is welcoming but not quite like home away from home."
"There were a handful of kiddos around, a couple walked through our site which we were okay with but if you’ree looking to avoid kids this might not be your spot."
"There was a lot of people parking next to me and unloading there off-road vehicles in the morning, so I decided to go further up."
"The path leads up a mountain away from the city lights of Tuscon. It’s just a short drive away. There’s plenty of spots. Watch out for huge ants! We almost camped on a mound."
$10 / night
"Has some nice boulders to tuck your tent away in, and no really close neighbors. Seems like the rest of the sites you have neighbors right next to you, basically sharing a camp."
"This campground is small, with tent sites tucked away between pine trees. A vaulted bathroom is at the center of the parking lot."
$10 - $75 / night
"The scenery here is perfect for Arizona. Great views of Tucson Mountain and surrounded by all kinds of hiking trails in the Tucson Mountain Park. The sites are gravel and mostly flat."
"Fantastic place to stay in the Arizona countryside. Cacti everywhere! So cool!"
$150 - $197 / night
"While this exact campsite was closed at the time, driving up the road across the street and into the mountains gives you the opportunity to camp in the wilderness."
"Ramada had water, electricity, grills and fire pits nearby. Great time."
TravelerEasy . 50$ for hookup water / electric. Communal Dumpstations on grounds. Coyotes and some weird desert squirrels . Trails for mountain biking . Grills
ScoutA few camps looked 'long term....' but the people all were considerant and to go i to town or the Nat'l park was super close. Were there about two weeks and would go back if in the area. Great place.
RangerPark is quiet and gated. there is a common area and a pool and even some pickle ball courts!. Very hot in the summer. next to the "loop" for hiking, biking or walking dogs.
RangerNice well kept sites. Pitt toilets, access to gila river. Very small camper vans or tents
RangerQuiet, very few campers. Prob fewer as it gets warmer. This will be a scorcher in the middle of summer but the sites do have tree cover for shade.
TravelerGoogle Maps attempted to get us in off Sunset. Big dip in entry road would bottom out most RVs. We then followed directions to take the dirt road across from Casino on Valencia and made it in no problem. Some trash and evidence of full-time living led to 3 stars vs. 4. Nice views of the mountains and close to town for supplies or Casino if you feel compelled to part with some cash.
RangerGreat spot. Very flat, can get a size RV in here. Only reason I’m giving 4 stars is there are a few people you can tell live here. Therefore, a little noisy with people coming in/out all day. No gate. Clear road to find. Felt safe.
GuideLots of camping spots. Most widely dispersed… though you could have people 30-40 yards away if they are jerks… or if they just want someone nearby.
A Ranger stopped by to check me out. Friendly. No issues.
Very dry here (4/29/25). Saw a few birds. Three Pronghorn Antelope, about 400 yards away. Heard two different packs of coyotes, and maybe a couple of loners.
Good place to boondock
ScoutWe had a reservation April 25th-April27th 2025 here at this campground. We left a day early, we were staying in campsite C6. We took our kids for a hike on the Brown Mountain Loop trail, after passing the picnic area, we got ambushed and shots were fired by someone in the nearby wash. At that point we ducked, ran for our lives, and it took us about 2 hours to hike the entire trail in despair, afraid, and ready to leave. We got back, packed up our campsite, trailer and left a night early. We called the local sheriff and filed a police report. I know this time of year there aren’t rangers, and very little authority. I think Pima County should know what’s going on, there are people preying on those hiking in the middle of nowhere. 4-6 shots were fired and whizzed by our children’s heads. The lack of presence here brings in criminal activity and we will not be staying again.
Camping near Willow Canyon, Arizona, offers a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in nature while enjoying the stunning desert landscapes. With several campgrounds in the area, each with its unique features, you can find the perfect spot for your outdoor adventure.
Camping near Willow Canyon, Arizona, offers a mix of adventure and relaxation. With the right preparation, you can enjoy everything this beautiful area has to offer!
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Willow Canyon, AZ offers a wide range of camping options, with 142 campgrounds and RV parks near Willow Canyon, AZ and 36 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Willow Canyon, AZ is Catalina State Park Campground with a 4.7-star rating from 62 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 36 free dispersed camping spots near Willow Canyon, AZ.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 5 parks near Willow Canyon, AZ that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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