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Superstition Mountains -- Dispersed Sites along Hwy 88

Superstition Mountains -- Dispersed Sites along Hwy 88 offers camping in a rugged terrain with rocky landscapes and desert vegetation. Temperatures can range from 40°F in winter to over 100°F in summer. Nearby, visitors can explore the Lost Dutchman State Park and the Tonto National Forest.

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Superstition Mountains -- Dispersed Sites along Hwy 88 is located in Arizona

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Coordinates

33.52860058 N
111.31978597 W

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Access

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Site Types

  • Dispersed

Features

For Campers

  • Phone Service
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

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 Dec. 16, 2023

Not great for tent campers!

Beautiful area, but I would only recommend it for high clearance vehicles and people who are NOT tent camping. The ground is very rocky and we couldn't find a great place to get a tent staked down in the windy conditions, so we left. Minimal coverage from wind and sun or for bathroom use. 

Keep in mind that AZ-88 is CLOSED to motor vehicles slightly after Tortilla Trailhead, so you cannot get to Roosevelt Lake easily from here. There are pit toilets at the road closure area and you can turn around easily there.

Month of VisitNovember
Reviewed Apr. 25, 2021

We Just Keep Comin' Back!

The Superstition Mountains are stunning, everywhere you look!  Both sunrise and sunset from this area are absolutely incredible.  So, any camping experience is going to be memorable.   Hutch started and ended his "50 Mile Something" for his 5oth birthday from this spot, so it's especially memorable for us.  Check this out:  https://youtu.be/75aOgtrnB44

If you are self-contained, or follow LNT principles, continue up the Apache Trail to the summit between the west side and the east. Just 2 miles before the Fish Creek Overlook, lie several dispersed areas off the dirt road to camp for up to 14 days. The road to the overlook is busy on weekend days, despite the generally poor condition of the dirt road. Hey, let’s not make it any worse, SLOW DOWN to prevent further rutting! 

During 2021, the road to Apache Lake was closed at the overlook as the result of a landslide. Options for reaching that lake include driving back to Apache Junction and following the pavement all the way around through Globe, AZ– a three-hour drive. Camping here was quiet and serene at night when nearly all the day-time traffic had disappeared. Hiking and biking opportunities were within close proximity, as well as paddling on Canyon lake, 10 miles down the valley. 

The closest services for food and ice are in the quaint town of Tortilla Flat, 7 miles down the valley. This is an incredibly popular day-time spot for lunch, even on weekdays. It can be a little crazy, even during the COVID year, so just a heads up. Further down the valley 15 miles or so is the Phoenix suburb of Apache Junction which has all the usual stuff for groceries, gas, and more RV parks than you can shake a stick at. Since it’s one way in and one way out at the time of this review, it makes sense to fill up before you get here.

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  • Review photo of Superstition Mountains -- Dispersed Sites along Hwy 88 by Shari  G., April 25, 2021
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  • Review photo of Superstition Mountains -- Dispersed Sites along Hwy 88 by Shari  G., April 25, 2021
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the elevation of Superstition Mountains -- Dispersed Sites along Hwy 88?

    Superstition Mountains -- Dispersed Sites along Hwy 88 is located at 2856 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Superstition Mountains -- Dispersed Sites along Hwy 88?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Superstition Mountains -- Dispersed Sites along Hwy 88, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Superstition Mountains -- Dispersed Sites along Hwy 88?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is good, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is available.