Top Tent Camping near Yarnell, AZ

Looking for an adventure where you can explore Yarnell and then fall asleep in your tent? You can find tent campsites by type, including drive-in, walk-in, and even hike-in for a backpacking adventure. You're sure to find the perfect tent campsite for your Arizona camping adventure.

Best Tent Sites Near Yarnell, AZ (13)

    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Pleasant Regional Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Pleasant Regional Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Pleasant Regional Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Pleasant Regional Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Pleasant Regional Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Pleasant Regional Park Campground

    1. Lake Pleasant Regional Park Campground

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    Lake Pleasant Regional Park offers 148 sites for RV and tent camping within the campgrounds (does not including primitive camping sites) Each "Developed Site" has water, electricity, dump station, a covered ramada, a picnic table, a barbecue grill and fire ring. Each "Semi-Developed Site" and tent site has a covered ramada, a picnic table, a barbecue grill and fire ring, unless otherwise acknowledged in the description or camping map. Restroom and/or shower facilities are available at both types of campsites. All sites in the campground may be reserved online at www.maricopacountyparks.org/. Campgrounds Desert Tortoise Campground has 74 campsites: 25 Developed Sites, 39 Semi-Developed Sites, and 10 Tent Sites. Roadrunner Campground offers 71 sites for RV and tent camping. All sites are Developed. Large groups can reserve the Desert Tortoise Group Campground. The Group Campground includes a parking area for RVs, picnic tables, and ramadas. The use of this area is by reservation only and requires a minimum commitment of 10 camping units. Shoreline Camping Lake Pleasant Regional Park also has shoreline/primitive camping during most of the year, depending on water levels. Shoreline camping is only permitted within designated areas for such use, when available. Day-of availability will be on a first-come, first-served basis and can only be reserved during business hours at the park. For information on camping fees, click on this link to be redirected to the "Fees" page.​ The first phase or re-introducing primitive/shoreline camping will be rolled out in late January 2021, with the area of the Dirt Spillway. Future areas will be included in phases at later dates. Campers must park in designated parking areas. Tent camping will be permitted along the shoreline within the designated area. No vehicles will be permitted to park along the shoreline within the area. Check-in time the day of arrival shall occur no earlier than 2 p.m. Campers must check out the day of departure by 12 p.m. (noon). Boat-In Camping Boat-in camping is now available at the 10 Lane Parking Lot. Roughly 30 assigned parking spaces have been designated for such use. Each camping/parking space is approximately 45 feet long by 12 ft. wide to accommodate most boat trailers and towing vehicles. Reservations are required. Day-of availability is on a first-come, first-served basis, and can only be reserved during business hours at the park. Boaters must camp on the waters of Lake Pleasant – no shoreline camping available at this time. Camping is not permitted within the parking lot/camp space. Boat-in camping is a great option for fisherman looking to fish in the late evening/early morning hours. Boat-in campers must arrive and check-in before the park closes at night (8 pm).

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    $15 - $300 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Crown King Area (Horsethief Basin lake)
    Camper-submitted photo from Crown King Area (Horsethief Basin lake)
    Camper-submitted photo from Crown King Area (Horsethief Basin lake)
    Camper-submitted photo from Crown King Area (Horsethief Basin lake)
    Camper-submitted photo from Crown King Area (Horsethief Basin lake)
    Camper-submitted photo from Crown King Area (Horsethief Basin lake)

    2. Crown King Area (Horsethief Basin lake)

    7 Reviews
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    Horsethief Basin Recreation Area offers a variety of recreational opportunities including: hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, camping, fishing, and OHV riding. Castle Creek Wilderness is located nearby, and Horsethief Cabin and Turney Gulch Group Campground are available by reservation. Day use sites and trails are open year-round; overnight accomodations are not available during the winter. Scroll down (below the recreation map) to learn more about these recreational opportunities. Note: Until further notice, use of a high-clearance vehicle is recommended for those who plan to visit recreation sites in Horsethief Basin.

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    3. Boulders OHV Area

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      4. Copper Basin Campsites

      2 Reviews
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        5. Thumb Butte Day Use Area

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        Thumb Butte Group Picnic Area is a convenient place for groups of up to 100 people to enjoy a day outdoors. The site is located under the towering pines of Prescott National Forest about 4 miles west of Prescott, and provides easy access to a variety of trails and amenities. It offers a year-round pavilion and a quiet, shaded setting for luncheons, church gatherings, family picnics and other large functions. Natural Features: The facility is set in a ponderosa pine forest at an elevation of 5,700 feet, at the base of the Thumb Butte rock formation and adjacent to Miller Creek. The forest is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including deer, mountain lions, bobcats, coyotes, foxes, rabbits, lizards, snakes and birds. Summer temperatures are pleasant, and winter is cool to cold with occasional snow. Afternoon thunderstorms are possible from late June through mid-September. Recreation: The Thumb Butte area is popular for hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing and horseback riding. Many trails can be found within a short walk or drive, including two that ascend Thumb Butte. Horseshoe pits are available at the picnic site; visitors interested in playing should bring their own horseshoes. Facilities: The picnic site is equipped with 12 picnic tables, 1 serving table, a covered picnic shelter, four charcoal grills and one campfire ring. There is designated parking (gated area) for 26 standard size vehicles. Guests have the convenience of restrooms with flush toilets and drinking water. The area is lighted after dark, and electric outlet(s) (20 amp maximum) are provided. Trash collection is limited and guests are encouraged to pack out their own trash. Nearby Attractions: Restaurants, shopping, historic sites and many amenities are nearby in the historic town of Prescott.

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        Camper-submitted photo from Enchanted Forest Trail Campsites
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          Camper-submitted photo from North Mingus Mountain Basecamp on Forest Road 413
          Camper-submitted photo from North Mingus Mountain Basecamp on Forest Road 413
          Camper-submitted photo from North Mingus Mountain Basecamp on Forest Road 413
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          Camper-submitted photo from Groom Creek Schoolhouse

          10. Groom Creek Schoolhouse

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          Overview

          Built in 1902, this historic schoolhouse and adjacent picnic area in Arizonas Prescott National Forest may be reserved for day use for groups of up to 60 people. The facility offers a picturesque, quiet setting with indoor and outdoor areas for weddings, reunions, luncheons and group meetings. Upper Wolf Creek Campground is just down the road for groups wishing to camp overnight, and the town of Prescott offers several cultural attractions and conveniences.

          The schoolhouse served about 10 to 15 children in the early 1900s. The building was an active school until 1952. It is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is used for administrative and training purposes.

          Natural Features:

          The group area is set in a ponderosa pine ecosystem, an area dominated by pines and mixed with juniper trees, Gambel oaks and native grasses. A multitude of colorful wildflowers bloom in the spring and during the summer monsoon season. Afternoon thunderstorms are possible from late June through mid-September.

          The forest is home to a wide variety of wildlife. Visitors may spot deer, mountain lions, bobcats, coyotes, foxes, rabbits, lizards, snakes and birds.

          Recreation:

          Groups enjoy gathering in the outdoor picnic area during nice weather or heading indoors into the the two-room schoolhouse if the weather turns. A leisurely walk through the forest on the accessible, paved Groom Creek Nature Trail provides a nice afternoon respite, and visitors can camp nearby if desired. Prescott National Forest has miles of hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding trails for visitors wishing to explore the area.

          Facilities:

          The schoolhouse building has two rooms with numerous folding tables and chairs for indoor use. The outdoor picnic area is accessible and equipped with 10 picnic tables, vault toilets, an amphitheater (limited access) and parking for 12 vehicles or two buses.

          No drinking water is available at this site; guests must bring their own.

          Nearby Attractions:

          Restaurants, shopping, historic sites and many amenities are nearby in the historic town of Prescott.

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        Recent Tent Reviews In Yarnell

        365 Reviews of 13 Yarnell Campgrounds


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          Camper-submitted photo from Hilltop Campground
          Oct. 15, 2024

          Hilltop Campground

          Love this close campground

          I am a frequent camper at Hilltop. I tent camp so I camp on 16 which isn't as big a the other sites but fine for me. I came spring and fall and never summer. I just went at the end of Sept 2024. Weather was gorgeous 80 hi/ 50 low. This is earlier than I normally camp. I have camped late October and have sleep in my tent in 19° weather. A Mr Buddy heater helps but have a carbon monoxide alarm just in case. Quieter than Lynx Lake campground but a bit further out. Still it's beautiful. I am local so of I forget something I can go home and come back out. Host normally has firewood for sale. They are still working on the water lines so as of the end of Sept there was only the water you bring in yourself. Costco is down the road a ways and they fill propane tanks pretty cheap. Lots to do in the area if you want to go to town and enjoy dinner. Prescott and Prescott Valley have great restaurants.

        • Kerri W.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Senetor Highway Dispersed spot 5
          Oct. 14, 2024

          Senetor Highway Dispersed spot 5

          Do Better

          We left late from Phoenix on the Senator Highway from Meyer and we should’ve stopped while we were ahead. We ended up at the North end just outside of Prescott in the dispersed sites. Disgusting. Every single site looked like this one. We’ve got a RTT so thankfully it was a quick set up for the night and we’re outa here. If we’d have had adequate trash bags (a dumpster would’ve been ideal) we’d have spent the next few days cleaning up. If you pack it in pack it out. It’s real easy. That all being said- if you’ve got a large group with sxs and you enjoy the Senator, this is definitely the perfect spot.

        • RThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Boulders OHV Area
          Aug. 24, 2024

          Boulders OHV Area

          Nice and levelled

          We liked it there. Nobody else on Friday night, plenty of space

          The typical rumble strip dirt road to this point but easily doable.

          Service: 1 bar Verizon

        • Jim W.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Lynx Lake Campground
          Jul. 18, 2024

          Lynx Lake Campground

          Lynx lake near Prescott

          House are really nice lots of big trees lotta pine trees. You’re kind of have privacy at your campsite which is nice.

        • Caitlin S.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Dispersed camping near Crown King
          Jun. 17, 2024

          Dispersed camping near Crown King

          Gorgeous secluded camping

          Secluded dispersed camping in the woods just outside of the town Crown King. 4x4 is recommended, campsites are not accessible when snowfall has occurred. Beautiful wildlife including deer always nearby.

        • AThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from North Ranch
          Jun. 1, 2024

          North Ranch

          Can’t beat the price, but—

          We stayed Mid May, ghost town, everyone who could had left. All felt kind of desolate.

          RV site had everything water, sewer and electric. Lots of weeds and nothing else.

          Showers adequate, Clubhouse house even sported its own large kitchen! People playing cards in an adjoining room were rude.

          Only necessity could make me return! Paid for 2 nights & LEFT after one.

        • DThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Copper Basin Campsites
          Jun. 1, 2024

          Copper Basin Campsites

          Loud & covered in glas

          This could have been the most beautiful site. The stars were amazing and the sites are generously large BUT the dirt road the site are off of is some kind of rodeo for fast four wheeling with loud music and louder engines. All night complete with a scream at 2am. The site we stayed at had about a box of rusty nails and enough glass someone must have been throwing bottles just to break them all. Not great for my tent bottom.

        • DThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from White Spar Campground
          May. 25, 2024

          White Spar Campground

          Ok for a campground

          Friendly place. Not much of an area for your site #4 though. Quite a bit of highway noise. Further in might have been better Was test for R.V. that hadn't been out in 2 years. I'll take my boondocking.

        • BThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Alamo Lake State Park Campground
          May. 21, 2024

          Alamo Lake State Park Campground

          Very enjoyable!

          Never camped before in my life, so I have nothing to compare this to. Having said that- the staff were great, bathrooms very clean. The weather was quite warm, so we didn’t do much exploring. Also - the donkeys!! Everywhere!

        • Monte W.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Enchanted Forest Trail Campsites
          May. 20, 2024

          Enchanted Forest Trail Campsites

          Nice alternative to a paid site

          11 sites are marked off that you are able to camp. I lucked out and got site #11 which was well separated from the other sites. The other sites are relatively close together. Only down part about my site was it was at the end of the dirt road and had many cars turning around near my site. Picked up a little bit of trash from previous campers. There was quite a bit of toilet paper around the site which was not cool.

        • Jason M.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Thumb Butte Loop Campsites
          May. 16, 2024

          Thumb Butte Loop Campsites

          Very Busy on the Weekend

          It’s a nice spot. There are bunch of sites along the Thumb butte trail. But, if you want to camp on the weekend, you’d have to arrive pretty early to grab a site.

        • Caitlin S.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Boulders OHV Area
          May. 15, 2024

          Boulders OHV Area

          Tons of spread out dispersed camp sites

          Miles of desert and washes to explore with tons of dispersed camping sites. Can get busy on holiday or event weekends but worth it otherwise. Some weekends have horse or Dirtbike events. Nearby washes lead to tons of trails near castle hot springs that can lead to various abounded mine sites (including Anderson Mill). Obviously not ideal camping in the summer but GREAT for the fall/winter/spring months.

        • Caitlin S.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Crown King Area (Horsethief Basin lake)
          May. 15, 2024

          Crown King Area (Horsethief Basin lake)

          Gorgeous secluded town for off-roading & camping

          Gorgeous easy dirt road ~27 miles from i17/Bumble bee. (There’s also a much more difficult trail from lake pleasant that requires very experienced off-roading 4x4). Great food and drinks(alcohol) at the crown king saloon and Mimi’s Cafe. There are amazing camping areas just past the main town, and even all the way up near Horsetheif Basin which is about 7 miles past crown king(requires 4x4). There is also an amazing ~30 mile trail from crown king that leads all the way to Prescott called Senator Highway. This also requires experienced 4x4 and like the trail to Horsetheif basin, there are many areas that are only single vehicle width. Amazing weather all year round, but extremely limited travel available while snow is on the ground.

        • Adrian C.
          Camper-submitted photo from White Spar Campground
          May. 13, 2024

          White Spar Campground

          Great site

          Sites were spacious and not too close to each other. The bathrooms were ok. Overall the campground was beautiful and there were many deer around if you hiked up just a couple of mins from the campsite.

        • Terry O.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from White Spar Campground
          May. 10, 2024

          White Spar Campground

          Convenient to Bike Trails

          This campground is clean and nice. Open spots during the week but fills up quickly on the weekend. Many level sites and fairly clean bathrooms.

          Good cell service (Verizon and T-mobile).

        • CThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Alamo Lake State Park Campground
          May. 9, 2024

          Alamo Lake State Park Campground

          Beautiful Lake

          A few things. 1st. If you plan on staying overnight with an RV do not reserve the Ramada sites. They’re meant for day use and are super tiny and squished together. We started there, but our 24ft trailer wasn’t even close to fitting. So we had to move.

          We moved to the sites with no water and no electric. Super awesome sites, very clean and very quiet.

          Donkeys…..there are tons of donkeys, really cool…..the first night. They’re cool until you realize they don’t sleep and all they do is make a lot of noise,lol. Not that I wouldn’t go back again because of the donkeys, but just be prepared they’re not far away and they make the “hee-haw” noise All Night Long, lol.

          Don’t camp here without water sports or Side by side. There aren’t any trails for bike riding or hiking. But the water is great to spend a couple of days on and the Side by side trails are endless.

          Overall, really nice camping. I would definitely go back, with or without a SxS. Just not in the summer….there’s no shade and it’s desert.

        • Julie H.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Pleasant Harbor RV Resort
          May. 4, 2024

          Pleasant Harbor RV Resort

          Beautiful Vista

          Very large park with many different levels of camping experiences. From dry camping to full on glamping ! I stayed at Vista Pt. Dry camp. The views were beautiful. I stayed 10 days and as a single women I felt very safe. Security makes it's rounds and you can't get into the park after leaving without your pass. The one thing I would mention the drive up to the PT is rather steep, but there were different sized rigs up there is it is doable. I didn't use the amenities as I was away most days visiting with my daughter who lives in the valley.

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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)

        • Bronco Billy
          Camper-submitted photo from Burro Creek Campground
          Apr. 28, 2024

          Burro Creek Campground

          Quiet Solitude and Peaceful

          I've camped at Burro Creek Campground multiple times, and almost every time I've had the place practically to myself. It's a really neat area to explore. The creek has beavers, and rattlesnakes appear in the summer months alongside the cows. This campground is a must-stop for a weekend getaway. Before you go, search online to find ghost towns in the area.

        • Craig The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Burro Creek Campground
          Apr. 22, 2024

          Burro Creek Campground

          Nice BLM camp

          Camp is located well off hwy so is very quiet. Good access road that is well marked after you cross bridge going south. Site #5 easy back in, level graveled area. Plenty of room for Scamp & Tacoma (30’). Covered table. No hookups and no ATT cell service. Restrooms available but didn’t use.

        • KThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Yavapai Campground
          Apr. 19, 2024

          Yavapai Campground

          A lot of trails!

          Small campground in natural setting. So many Forest service trails for hiking (and mountain biking). Campsites offer a lot of privacy due to their layout in the natural topography. Clean compost toilets and drinking water. Not a lot of shade at some sites so may get warm in the summer.



        Guide to Yarnell

        Camping near Yarnell, Arizona, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're in a tent or an RV, there are plenty of campgrounds to explore.

        What to do:

        • Hiking: There are great trails around the area. Campers have enjoyed the trails at Lake Pleasant Regional Park Campground, noting, "There are lots of great trails for hiking in the park. Love the saguaros and teddy bear chollas."
        • Fishing: If you enjoy fishing, Alamo Lake State Park Campground is known for its bass and crappie. One visitor said, "Alamo Lake is also very well known for its fish."
        • Wildlife Watching: Keep an eye out for local wildlife. A camper at Burro Creek Campground mentioned, "The creek has beavers, and rattlesnakes appear in the summer months alongside the cows."

        What campers like:

        • Clean Facilities: Many campers appreciate the cleanliness of the campgrounds. A review for Dead Horse Ranch State Park Campground highlighted, "Bathrooms are extremely clean with nice showers."
        • Friendly Hosts: Campers often mention the helpfulness of campground hosts. One visitor at Potato Patch Campground said, "The host had the sites and bathrooms spotless."
        • Scenic Views: The beautiful surroundings are a big draw. A camper at Point of Rocks RV Campground shared, "Nestled in the Dells we had a spot that backed up to the rocks that we were able to easily climb up each night and watch the sunset."

        What you should know:

        • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Lake Pleasant Regional Park Campground, do not have showers or drinking water. A reviewer noted, "No hot water in bathrooms. No showers."
        • Noise Levels: Be prepared for some noise, especially near highways. A camper at White Spar Campground mentioned, "Quite a bit of highway noise."
        • Wildlife Noises: If you're camping near wildlife, be ready for some nighttime sounds. One camper at Alamo Lake State Park Campground said, "The donkeys... they make a lot of noise, lol."

        Tips for camping with families:

        • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with amenities for kids. A reviewer at Verde Ranch RV Resort said, "We weren't super thrilled we paid so much for a back-in site... but the pool and clubhouse were beautiful."
        • Plan Activities: Make sure to have activities planned. One family at Thousand Trails Verde Valley enjoyed the "off-leash dog park, pickleball court, and hot tub/pool."
        • Pack Snacks: Keep snacks handy for the kids. A camper at Lo Lo Mai Springs Resort mentioned, "The campground and facilities are well maintained and the staff is outstanding."

        Tips from RVers:

        • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A camper at Point of Rocks RV Campground noted, "The best sites are in the back farther from the highway."
        • Be Ready for Tight Spaces: Some campgrounds have tight spots. A review for Verde Ranch RV Resort mentioned, "Sites tight, extremely close to one another."
        • Bring Your Own Water: Some campgrounds, like Burro Creek Campground, do not have water hookups. A visitor said, "No hookups and no ATT cell service."

        Camping near Yarnell, Arizona, can be a fantastic experience with the right preparation and knowledge. Enjoy the great outdoors!

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          According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Yarnell, AZ is Lake Pleasant Regional Park Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 65 reviews.

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