Dispersed Camping
Needlerock Road Dispersed
Needlerock Road Dispersed is located in the Tonto National Forest, AZ, featuring rugged terrain with desert vegetation and rocky landscapes. Temperatures can range from 40°F in winter to 100°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the Bartlett Lake for water activities and the scenic views of the McDowell Mountain Regional Park.
Description
Stay Limit 14 days. No motor boats allowed, trailer under 32’. There are minimal trash can’s available at this site, please pack out any trash that does not fit in the designated cans. There are no fires permitted outside of the designated grill areas. Cars CAN NOT park next to the shoreline – there has been railing installed to prevent vehicles from pulling all the way forward. Please keep dogs on leash.
Detours Nearby
Cave Creek Group Site
1 hr 14 min away
Crabtree Wash
2 hrs 49 min away
Drive Time
- 37 min from Phoenix, AZ
- 1 hr 30 min from Prescott Valley, AZ
- 2 hrs 11 min from Tucson, AZ
- 2 hrs 12 min from Flagstaff, AZ
Location
Needlerock Road Dispersed is located in Arizona
Coordinates
33.74479455646322 N
111.67148279499082 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 44 usersLast on 12/6/25- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 46 usersLast on 12/6/25
AT&TLTEGood CoverageVerified by 15 usersLast on 12/6/25
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 44 usersLast on 12/6/25
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 46 usersLast on 12/6/25
- AT&TLTEGood CoverageVerified by 15 usersLast on 12/6/25
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Dispersed
Features
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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