Wildlife viewing opportunities draw visitors to Papago Well, a dispersed camping area managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service within Cabeza Prieta National Wildlife Refuge near Ajo. This drive-in site provides access to desert habitat where campers can observe native species in their natural environment. The refuge setting means visitors should prepare for primitive conditions with no developed amenities or services.
Campers seeking additional options can explore places to camp around Cabeza Prieta National Wildlife Refuge or consider Ajo Peak BLM Dispersed for another desert camping experience. The location works well for those comfortable with self-sufficient camping who want to experience Arizona's Sonoran Desert ecosystem.
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Map & DirectionsPapago Well is located in Arizona near Ajo
Coordinates
32.09909942 N
113.2855867 W
Connectivity
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
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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Drive Time
- 3 hrs 49 min from Phoenix, AZ
- 4 hrs 14 min from Yuma, AZ
- 4 hrs 25 min from Tucson, AZ
- 5 hrs 1 min from El Centro, CA
