Sycamore Creek Recreation Area in Arizona features rugged terrain with desert landscapes and rocky outcrops. Temperatures can range from 40°F in winter to over 100°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the Tonto National Forest, offering hiking and wildlife viewing opportunities.

Sycamore Creek Recreation Area

Tonto Basin is the perfect place for adventurous campers and RVers. Discover secluded campsites where you can reconnect with nature. Or maybe you like to bring your family and friends along. Either way, there are Tonto Basin campgrounds just for you. Get the dirt on all the best camping near Tonto Basin. Browse campgrounds by amenities, site types, and more.

Tonto Basin

The Best Camping Near Tonto Basin, Arizona

Was looking for a spot to get out of Phoenix for the evening and this was a good pull off. Plenty of spots with fire rings. No off-road capabilities needed. There are a few spots by the creek.

Dispersed Pull-Off

Great campsites. Plenty of sites and well spaced. There 2 or 3 sites right off the highway, but if you continue down the road there is a larger area with plenty of other sites. Small shrubs and tree around that give privacy from other campers. The road was easily navigated by our sprinter van, but there are parts of the road that are a bit washed out. The road looks like it may flood in certain months of the year. 

I would hesitate bringing an RV past the first few sites, but could be attempted. 

Note: please pack out trash. Some sites were littered with trash and there is a clear sign going into the area asking to pack out trash. 

Good spot off the highway

Not a fan. Won’t be back with my trailer. 

Cramped dirt roads

Nice location with dispersed camping options. When we were setting up a man came up &amp; warned us that it was a popular spot for Nudists. He was not wrong. Be prepared to run into some interesting people.

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