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Best Campgrounds near Camp Verde, AZ

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Camp Verde, Arizona provides a range of camping experiences across several developed campgrounds and dispersed areas in the Verde Valley. The region includes established sites like Dead Horse Ranch State Park with tent, RV, and cabin accommodations, as well as Verde Ranch RV Resort offering nearly 400 RV sites with full hookups. Multiple camping options extend from the valley floor to surrounding public lands, with several campgrounds featuring riverside access along the Verde River. Thousand Trails Verde Valley and Lo Lo Mai Springs Resort offer mixed-use campgrounds accommodating various camping styles including tent sites, RV hookups, cabins, and even glamping opportunities.

Road conditions and seasonal weather patterns significantly affect camping experiences throughout the area. Many campgrounds remain open year-round, though summer temperatures can exceed 100°F in lower elevations. "Verde Ranch was an amazing stay for us. The Customer Service and Hospitality was truly why we came back. All the amenities one could ask for. But what made our stay awesome was the proximity to everything," noted one camper. Interstate noise affects some riverside camping areas, particularly those near I-17, while higher elevation dispersed sites on Forest Roads 525 and 689 offer cooler temperatures and greater solitude. Travelers should check fire restrictions during summer months when bans are common due to wildfire danger.

Campers consistently mention the strategic location between Sedona and Flagstaff as a primary advantage of Camp Verde area campgrounds. Developed sites typically include amenities like showers, laundry facilities, and hookups, while dispersed camping on nearby Forest Service roads provides free alternatives with minimal facilities. A review from The Dyrt highlighted that "this park is absolutely beautiful! It's so clean and the staff is so nice and friendly. The pool and hot tubs were very clean and well maintained." Water access represents a significant draw, with several campgrounds positioned along Oak Creek and the Verde River. Most developed campgrounds in the area accept reservations, which become essential during peak spring and fall seasons when moderate temperatures attract visitors exploring nearby attractions like Montezuma Castle, Sedona's red rocks, and Jerome.

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Best Camping Sites Near Camp Verde, Arizona (323)

    1. Dead Horse Ranch State Park Campground

    62 Reviews
    Cottonwood, AZ
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (928) 634-5283

    $25 - $70 / night

    "Dead Horse Ranch is a beautiful Arizona state park."

    "The forest was closed in Northern Arizona so I decided to camp out at Dead Horse Ranch SP.  I was pretty pleased overall with my trip. "

    2. Verde Ranch RV Resort

    28 Reviews
    Camp Verde, AZ
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (928) 567-7126

    $45 - $85 / night

    "Verde Ranch RV Resort in Camp Verde, AZ offers a pleasurable stay with several top-notch amenities, earning it a 4-star rating. "

    "But what made our stay here awesome was the proximity to everything. Hiking, backpacking, off roading, and of course access to all the cool places in Flagstaff and Sedona."

    3. Thousand Trails Verde Valley

    24 Reviews
    Cornville, AZ
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "Nestled in the red rock country of Arizona, this Thousand Trails campground offers a scenic and tranquil escape."

    "This is part of the Encore/Thousand Trails network (although anyone can use it).  They do offer a 20% military discount."

    4. Lo Lo Mai Springs Resort

    41 Reviews
    Cornville, AZ
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (928) 634-4700

    $59 - $150 / night

    "We stayed here in June which is a hot time to camp in Arizona. This campground has Oak Creek running through it which is a great place to cool off."

    "Lo Lo Mai Springs has scores of beautiful shaded RV sites, many near the creek beneath the branches of ancient cottonwoods and soaring sycamores."

    5. West Sedona Designated Dispersed Camping

    72 Reviews
    Coconino National Forest Recreation, AZ
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (928) 203-2900

    "The best dispersed camping options in Sedona Arizona! There are many options off of the main road."

    "My friend from Maryland came to visit me here in Arizona, I told him we had to go to Sedona so we decided to camp, I heard about forest road 525 and it exceeded my expectations, never saw more stars in"

    6. Forest Road 689 - Dispersed Site

    22 Reviews
    Rimrock, AZ
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (928) 203-2900

    "Only need 4 x 4 if you go off trail. Lots of biting bugs at night."

    "Great area we camped here for a night not too far away from road or gas station, still had phone service but had great views and a nice layout for our camp. We only had two cars but can fit more."

    7. Verde River RV Resort & Cottages

    12 Reviews
    Camp Verde, AZ
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (928) 202-3409

    "Which is OK in the Arizona winter, but not when it is still hot. We were here when it as really slow, not sure what it will like when the campground is full."

    "There are lots of trees and it’s a great park to walk around. At the back you have the River you can walk around and you are surrounded with mountain views."

    8. Zane Grey RV Village

    12 Reviews
    Camp Verde, AZ
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (928) 567-4320

    $60 - $75 / night

    "If you want a shady site in a cooler location, this is it. The temperature was consistently 5 degrees below the towns of Camp Verde and Cottonwood."

    "Shady, lots of trees, pristine condition of all facilities including dog park, walking trail next to the creek, and large enough sites for our 42' rig. There was live music on night!"

    9. Distant Drums RV Resort

    10 Reviews
    Camp Verde, AZ
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (928) 554-8000

    "The drive getting there is beautiful. It’s intentionally remote but off the highway near a large Casino and a Sonic. Lovely hiking trail across from the main entrance."

    "There’s also a casino adjacent to the resort, if that’s your thing."

    10. FR689 Dispersed Camping

    17 Reviews
    Rimrock, AZ
    12 miles
    Website

    "I found a spot at the end of the trail next to a gated fence. Nice location, nice firepit, very quite. If windy, definitely gets dusty, cover your stuff. No trees, no shade, but still nice."

    "It is close to the highway (convenient if you’re arriving late), but far enough to be isolated from the noise."

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  • mThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 23, 2025

    Edge of the World (East Pocket)

    So Worth it!

    I rented a camper van for my desert road trip with my daughter, and read about this spot on Dyrt, the pictures look breathtaking and I really want to try and get here to see it for myself. I greatly underestimated how long it would take to get here as the road was terrible, mostly because it was severely washboard nearly all the way and there were several large “puddles” we needed to navigate around and some muddy spots that made me nervous because we didn’t have any service most of the way if we got stuck. I highly recommend taking a vehicle with good suspension and higher clearance just because it was very bumpy. We didn’t arrive until nearly 10pm, so what looked like an hour drive in my maps, took nearly 2.5hrs.

    Hoping and praying the whole time that I didn’t make a bad decision, and that it would be worth all the trouble, we found the dispersed camping sites and after winding down and enjoying the amazing stars because the light pollution was nearly nonexistent, we went to bed.

    I woke up just as the sun began to rise, and walked toward where I thought the cliff was, passed through some bushes and lo and behold.. a breathtaking view from atop a Canyon at “The Edge of the World” East Pocket, as the sun illuminated the Sedona valley below me… it was so worth “the trouble” 1000 times over! 🥹 The journey, the stars, the view, the canyon at nearly 8,000 ft.. this was my most memorable and favorite part of our road trip.

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 22, 2025

    Windmill Camp

    Nice place for a night or two

    I got here around 9pm on a Tuesday evening and it was somewhat full. Pulled into a "spot" and everything was good. I was surprised at how quiet it was. Not a creature was stirring except some crickets. This is just a circle of dirt with a couple of porta-potties. It's not very level, so try and find a level spot if you can. Some beautiful views. Great hiking opportunities. There were some dump trucks that came through the main road around 7 am and I'm sure that is what woke everyone up. There are a couple of trees around the site, but none in the site.

    The only reason I gave 4 stars is because no campfires are allowed. Personally doesn't matter to me, but some people are big on campfires. The porta johns were clean. The entire campsite is trash free! No other services. Any car can access the site and there is space for large RVs.

    Very conveniently located between Cottonwood and Sedona. Visit Belfry Brewing in Cottonwood and get the Ruben it's amazing!

  • Greg H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 21, 2025

    Forest Road 104, near Mingus Mtn, AZ

    Several spots along this Forest Road

    Was going to head deeper along the road but came across this spot a little hidden back among the trees. All the spots are close to the road but this was set back about 50 yards. You can get something as big as a "skoolie" if you finesse a bit. there is a couple of fire rings. So you could easily get a couple of vans back there.

  • Greg H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 21, 2025

    Soda Springs Road

    Red Clay but wide open next to the canyon

    Drove up here from Jerome AZ, plenty of spaces and you are next to Beaver Creek Canyon.. If you are willing you can set up about 40 feet from the edge. If it has been raining the road can be a bit of a challenge but I made it in an SUV just fine. Not many there on a Sunday evening but you can easily get a trailer in, plenty of fire rings. Spotty cell coverage. Truly roughing it car camping.

  • Kim G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 16, 2025

    Flagstaff KOA

    Beautiful setting in the pines

    This KOA feels more like a National Forest Service site but with the added perks of electric hook-up and hot showers! Yes, the entry driveway and roads are narrow, but for our class B they were fine. We were greeted warmly by the young staff and given the low-down, including access to hiking trails and biking trails right from the location. The campground is fairly empty on October 16 so doesn’t feel crowded. The laundry is $3 wash, $2 dry - about what I’m used to paying. And the machines take credit cards! Yay! The bathrooms are a tad dated, but clean and adequate. We would definitely stay here again.

  • Brooke C.
    Oct. 16, 2025

    Surprise, West Sedona Designated Dispersed Camping

    Not good for tent camping

    Just looked like parking lots packed full with rvs and trucks. Not recommended if you are looking for somewhere scenic to relax with your family. We turned around and found some first come first served camping at Pine Flat

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 16, 2025

    Bloody Basin Rd / Agua Fria NM Dispersed Camping

    Easy off/on I-17 dispersed camping

    Easy on and off. Road is well packed and in good condition with a few smaller ruts, but not bad. Nice views. There is some road noise from the interstate on the closer areas. Nice night sky.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 16, 2025

    169 BLM Camp

    Nice spot easy off 17!

    BLM site is only a mile off I-17. Great night sky! Typical dispersed type site. Road was actually pretty decent to drive on for my small SUV. A tiny bit of road noise, but not much (and I didn’t go far in).

  • Stacia M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 15, 2025

    Williams-Circle Pines KOA

    Beautiful KOA

    We didn’t end up being able to stay here because of lack of availability for our rig! Absolutely beautiful place and tons of stuff for the kids!

Guide to Camp Verde

Camping near Camp Verde, Arizona, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly spot or a quiet place to unwind, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking and Exploring: There are great trails nearby, especially at Lake Pleasant Regional Park Campground. One camper mentioned, "There are lots of great trails for hiking in the park. Love the saguaros and teddy bear chollas."
  • Fishing and Boating: If you enjoy water activities, Lake Pleasant is perfect. A reviewer noted, "Had a beautiful site facing west, beautiful sunsets! Water and electric."
  • Wildlife Watching: Keep an eye out for local wildlife. One camper at Dead Horse Ranch State Park Campground said, "The hosts were very nice and the bathrooms were very clean," highlighting the area's natural beauty.

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Flagstaff KOA remarked, "Bathrooms were clean. Beautiful setting with mountain right behind the campground."
  • Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds offer roomy sites. One reviewer at Houston Mesa Campground said, "We love the ample space at each campsite, allowing us to park comfortably and spread out for a relaxing stay."
  • Friendly Staff: Campground hosts often receive praise for their helpfulness. A camper at Cave Springs mentioned, "The camp host was very friendly and put me on a wait list for a first come first serve."

What you should know:

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like West Sedona Designated Dispersed Camping, lack basic facilities. A camper noted, "There is zero privacy, and absolutely nowhere to use the restroom responsibly."
  • Crowded on Weekends: Popular spots can get busy. A visitor at Cave Springs said, "Packed in like sardines. Spaces are pretty small."
  • Noise Levels: Be prepared for some noise, especially near highways. A reviewer at White Spar Campground mentioned, "Quite a bit of highway noise."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with activities for kids. One camper at Lo Lo Mai Springs Resort said, "There are a few activities for the kids."
  • Plan for Privacy: Some sites can be close together, so consider your family's comfort. A visitor at Cave Springs noted, "If a spot here says max vehicle length is 30 then you can be guaranteed to have a little less than 8ft x 30 ft on that pad."
  • Pack for Activities: Bring games and outdoor gear to keep everyone entertained. A camper at Houston Mesa Campground mentioned, "Our kids adore playing in the dirt and exploring the trees."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Flagstaff KOA said, "With that said there was enough room for big rigs to maneuver around."
  • Be Prepared for Limited Hookups: Some campgrounds may not have full hookups. A camper at Pumphouse Wash (FR 237) noted, "NO electric hookups."
  • Expect Some Dust: If you're in a more rustic area, be ready for dirt roads. A visitor at Edge of the World (East Pocket) mentioned, "It takes about an hour to get to the stunning views but there are campsites everywhere along the way."

Camping near Camp Verde, Arizona, has something for everyone. Whether you're in an RV or tent, you'll find a spot that suits your needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are the best camping sites in Camp Verde, Arizona?

Camp Verde offers excellent camping options for all preferences. Clear Creek Campground is a top choice, located just 10 minutes from town, making it convenient for supply runs. It's ideal for tent camping with beautiful creek access that's perfect for cooling off during warmer months. For those seeking a more forested experience, Pinegrove Campground provides spacious sites with level paved parking pads and tent areas among the pines. Each site includes a fire pit and picnic table, with amenities like wood for sale, clean bathrooms, and pay showers. The campground's location bordering a meadow offers a scenic backdrop for your camping adventure.

What activities can you do while camping in Camp Verde?

Camp Verde's natural setting offers diverse activities for campers. At Lo Lo Mai Springs Resort, you can cool off in Oak Creek that runs through the property, providing welcome relief during hot months. The area serves as an excellent base for exploring nearby Sedona. For lake activities, White Horse Lake Campground is worth the drive, offering fishing and water recreation. Throughout the Verde Valley, popular activities include hiking, bird watching, swimming in creeks, fishing, mountain biking, and exploring ancient ruins. The region's diverse elevation means you can enjoy shorts weather during the day while experiencing crisp, sometimes frosty nights, especially in fall and winter.

Are there RV parks and campgrounds in the Verde Valley?

The Verde Valley boasts several excellent RV parks and campgrounds. Verde Ranch RV Resort in Camp Verde offers resort-style amenities including a swimming pool and recreational facilities with full hookups. For a cooler, shadier stay, Zane Grey RV Village maintains temperatures about 5 degrees below those in Camp Verde and Cottonwood, though the shade trees may affect satellite reception. The staff and volunteers are known for being friendly and helpful. Another option is Sedona View RV Resort, offering clean facilities, full hookups with 30 & 50 amp service, and reasonable monthly rates compared to other resorts in the area.

Is there free camping available near Camp Verde, AZ?

Yes, free camping options exist near Camp Verde. Childs Camping Area offers dispersed camping directly on the Verde River. While it's free, be prepared for about an hour's drive on a dirt road from the highway, though standard clearance vehicles can manage it. Note that this area is known for its clothing-optional atmosphere, so it may not be ideal for families. Another free option is Forest Road 689 - Dispersed Site, which accommodates both drive-in and walk-in camping and is big-rig friendly. These dispersed camping areas provide a more rustic experience without the amenities of developed campgrounds.

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