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Dispersed Camping

Quartzite - La Posa

CAMPER SUMMARY PRESENTED BYFord

Quartzite - La Posa, near Quartzsite, Arizona, is a sprawling area perfect for those who enjoy the freedom of dispersed camping. With its wide-open spaces and stunning desert landscapes, it’s a great spot for RVs and tents alike, offering a unique chance to connect with nature.

This location is known for its beautiful views, especially at sunset, and visitors often rave about the starry nights. Many campers have shared their experiences of exploring the area, collecting geodes and crystals, and enjoying the peaceful surroundings. One camper noted, “The stars at night were incredible!”

While there are no electric hookups, you’ll find essential amenities like drinking water, toilets, and trash disposal. The area is pet-friendly, so feel free to bring your furry friends along for the adventure. Just remember, a permit is required for your stay, which is a small price to pay for such a fantastic experience.

If you’re in town for the Quartzsite RV & Sports Show, this spot is conveniently located nearby, making it easy to enjoy both the event and the natural beauty of the desert. Whether you’re looking to socialize with fellow campers or find a quiet spot to unwind, Quartzite - La Posa has something for everyone.

Fee Info

From April 16th through September 14th, the fee is $10 per vehicle for day-use, $15 per vehicle for overnight use, or $75 annually per vehicle, for up to 5 people per vehicle. There will be a $1 fee charged for each person over the 5 person limit. The maximum stay is 14 days in a 28-day period.

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Location

Quartzite - La Posa is located in Arizona

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Coordinates

33.65155376756349 N
114.21648105143049 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Hike-In
    Backcountry sites.

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Dispersed
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Big Rig Friendly

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.


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Reviewed Apr. 9, 2025

My winter over

It was a good time, except for the huge RV show in January. Had a bad group of class A campers for the show acting a fool and ended up getting banned from BLM land. Even with that it was all convenient. Winter over worries animal wise was solely coyotes. Never saw a rattle snake or scorpion. Just be sure to have your pet inside from sunset to sunrise, when coyotes are most active.

SiteLaposa South LTVA
Month of VisitDecember
  • Review photo of Quartzite - La Posa by Philip W., April 9, 2025
  • Review photo of Quartzite - La Posa by Philip W., April 9, 2025
  • Review photo of Quartzite - La Posa by Philip W., April 9, 2025
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Reviewed Jan. 27, 2025

Close to the big tent

Close to the big tent but road noise is an issue. Great service when the network isn’t overloaded during the big tent event.

Month of VisitJanuary
  • Review photo of Quartzite - La Posa by jeffrey L., January 27, 2025
  • Review photo of Quartzite - La Posa by jeffrey L., January 27, 2025
Reviewed Dec. 17, 2024

La Posa South

Way to busy and packed We like our space and people park so close The lines for the dump station and trash are long. Water is drinkable but gross. Not worth it when you can move around free blm and not have as many neighbors.

Month of VisitDecember
  • Review photo of Quartzite - La Posa by Imerie T., December 17, 2024
Reviewed Jan. 28, 2023

Beautiful space!

We are driving a big old 34 footer, and this was a really easy access space. We didn’t go far down the road, because we were only staying the night are weren’t super concerned about privacy. Lots of other campers so if you’re looking for privacy I would suggest driving further and checking there! We explored the landscape, collected awesome geodes, and crystals, and the stars at night were incredible!

Sitedispersed
Month of VisitJanuary
  • Review photo of Quartzite - La Posa by Toree M., January 28, 2023
  • Review photo of Quartzite - La Posa by Toree M., January 28, 2023
  • Review photo of Quartzite - La Posa by Toree M., January 28, 2023
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Reviewed Nov. 24, 2022

Lots of rigs for the show

Dispersed camping, typical BLM area, but lots of RV's for the big event, but a huge area to spread out. We've been twice, now going back again, it's worth it.

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Month of VisitJanuary
  • Review photo of Quartzite - La Posa by Jack M., November 24, 2022
Reviewed Apr. 2, 2022

Great place to boondocks for the “Big Tent and rv show”

We have stayed here for two winters. My wife and I both enjoy the convenience of being close to town and the show grounds. In my opinion, other than the period right around the show La Posa West is a little quieter Ryan the other LTVA’s. There is a trash dumpster here but you do have to drive two miles to La Posa South to dump and get water.

SiteIt is open BLM land with acres and acres of land to pick out your site. we actually were there from mid October till April 12th 2021 and 2022.
Month of VisitOctober
  • Review photo of Quartzite - La Posa by Jeff L., April 2, 2022
  • Review photo of Quartzite - La Posa by Jeff L., April 2, 2022
  • Review photo of Quartzite - La Posa by Jeff L., April 2, 2022
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Reviewed Feb. 1, 2022

Great boondocking near town!

We stayed on this BLM land during the Quartzsite RV & Sports Show in January. The fee is $40 for 14 days. There is so much open land to camp on and it is level for the most part with beautiful 360’ views of mountains and desert. It was also very clean with no trash to speak of. The land is right off 95 and next to the big tents with easy access to the show.

For more campground and park reviews, check out our YouTube channel: Jeff & Steff’s Excellent Adventure.

SiteN/A
Month of VisitJanuary
  • Review photo of Quartzite - La Posa by Jeff & Steff’s Excellent Adventure ☀., February 1, 2022
Reviewed Jan. 20, 2022

Boondocking at its best

La Posa BLM has several entrances and is massive. It makes reviews tough on this because it depends which area you are in. I’m am reviewing Tyson Wash and South.

I do not recommend Tyson Wash for large RVs. They are there, but there are areas where the ground is deceptively soft. We got our 38ft class a stuck and had to be towed out. It’s stunning and is very quiet there, but use extreme caution with heavy rigs.

After we were freed, we crossed over to South. South is the area where you can dump, get water, and empty trash. You MUST have a permit to use the stations. There are two permits; short and long term. Short is two weeks and $40. Long (LTVA) is Sept 15-Apr 15 and is $180.

Because South is access to the stations, it is very busy there. People park in groups and are quite close. If you like socializing and whatnot, the lower part of South is for you. The upper area is a dirt road access in but very quiet with enormous space between rigs. It is almost entirely big rigs who have tip outs and such…much more private area. Please do your best to respect the space up in that area. It’s literally the reason for being there.

This is probably one of the best Boondocking areas I’ve ever seen if you know what you want. Because of the stations, there are reasonable fees but I highly recommend it.

SiteUpper South
Month of VisitJanuary
  • Review photo of Quartzite - La Posa by Andi F., January 20, 2022
  • Review photo of Quartzite - La Posa by Andi F., January 20, 2022
Reviewed Apr. 17, 2019

Absolutetly Awesome ! Very friendly ,a most welcoming staff at the office .

THIS was my first time here in Quartzsite,Az. I stayed at La Posa South. It has been awesome!

I have made many acquaintances ,and friendships

With neighboring RVers, tent dwellers and van dwellers.The beautiful sunsets and sunrises.<

Although there is no electricity ,they do have clean / toilets , dumpsters and potable water as well as non potable.

They also have non - potable water, and places for emptying our Rv tanks.

Yok can buy a pass ($180 to stay for 7 months in the winter,from Sept.15- April 15.

If you decide to stay in summer you pay $75. You can cam 14 days and then move 25 miles away every two weeks.

There are many options to accommodate your camping experience.

I have taken beautiful pictures since being here.

I most deffinately will be coming back.

Reviewed Jun. 5, 2018

Gem show

I come here every year for the gem show!

Month of VisitJanuary
Reviewed Aug. 10, 2017

Nice in winter

Get away from it all out in the desert in winter. Beautiful, quiet, remote sites-with only the distant hum of the freeway to contend with. Dry camp. Wonderful sites & smells, I liked walking in eves & morns. Desert sky at night is awesome. Many memories here- all of them good.

Month of VisitJanuary
Reviewed Sep. 29, 2016

Camping in the winter in the desert, nice

I camped in La Posa South area which is one of several areas for long term camping on BLM land near Quartzsite, AZ. You can buy a permit to camp in any of the areas for the season which I believe starts in November and ends in April. They also offer permits for two week intervals if you are not planning on camping all season. It is dry camping although there is a dump station and water available along with a row of dumpsters in each area for trash. This place fills up in the winter but there are still plenty of areas to find a good camping spot. If you do camp farther out watch out for traffic from ATV's and four wheelers who don't seem to believe the speed limits apply to them.

  • Review photo of Quartzite - La Posa by Diane  H., September 29, 2016
  • Review photo of Quartzite - La Posa by Diane  H., September 29, 2016

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is La Posa campground located in Quartzsite, Arizona?

La Posa campground is located on Bureau of Land Management (BLM) land surrounding the town of Quartzsite, Arizona. It consists of several distinct areas including La Posa South, La Posa West, and the Tyson Wash area. The campground is conveniently situated close to town and the Quartzsite show grounds, offering 360-degree views of mountains and desert landscape. Its proximity to the interstate means some areas have distant highway noise, but the vast expanse of land allows campers to find more secluded spots by driving deeper into the area.

How much does it cost to camp at La Posa in Quartzsite?

La Posa offers both short-term and long-term camping options. The short-term fee is $40 for a 14-day permit. For extended stays, a seasonal permit is available that covers from approximately November through April. The seasonal permit allows camping in any of the La Posa areas throughout the winter months. During the off-season before the gatehouse opens, camping might occasionally be available without a fee, but always check with BLM for current regulations and fee structures.

What is the best time of year to visit La Posa campground in Quartzsite?

Winter is the ideal time to visit La Posa campground, with the primary season running from November through April. During these months, the desert offers pleasant temperatures and beautiful conditions for camping. January is particularly popular due to the Quartzsite RV & Sports Show (the "Big Tent" event), though this means larger crowds. If seeking a quieter experience, consider the winter months outside of major event dates. Summer months are generally avoided due to extreme desert heat, making the cooler winter desert camping experience much more enjoyable.

What amenities are available at La Posa campground in Quartzsite?

La Posa is primarily a dry camping experience with limited amenities. The campground provides basic services including trash dumpsters, potable water stations, and dump stations, though lines can be long during busy periods. There are clean vault toilets available on site. No electricity is provided, so campers need to be self-sufficient. The camping area is vast with mostly level ground suitable for RVs, though larger rigs should be cautious in some areas like Tyson Wash where deceptively soft ground exists. Cell service is generally available but can become unreliable during major events when the network is overloaded.