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GuideSun Resorts RV Park
Great traveling trough stop.
Stayed one night. Easy off and on the highway. sites level so can stay hooked up if you want. Clean sites.nothing fancy.
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The desert landscapes surrounding Bunkerville, Nevada provide a strategic base for exploring both developed campgrounds and remote dispersed sites. Located near the Nevada-Arizona border, this area serves as a gateway to Valley of Fire State Park, Gold Butte National Monument, and the Virgin River recreation areas. RV enthusiasts will find several full-hookup options in nearby Mesquite, including Casa Blanca Resort Casino and Sun Resorts RV Park, while those seeking more natural settings can explore the BLM lands extending from the Virgin River corridor. The region's camping options range from casino-adjacent RV parks with full amenities to primitive desert campsites with panoramic views of the Mojave Desert's striking red rock formations.
Road conditions vary significantly throughout the area, with many dispersed camping areas requiring high-clearance vehicles. As one camper noted about Whitney Pockets, "Must have good tires and high clearance... many pot holes and hard gravel roads in the area." Summer temperatures regularly exceed 100°F, making spring and fall the preferred camping seasons. Winter brings milder daytime temperatures but can drop below freezing at night. Cell service is generally reliable near Mesquite but becomes spotty to non-existent in more remote areas like Gold Butte. Many Valley of Fire campsites operate on a first-come, first-served basis, creating competition for spots. "You have to be very patient to score a site," reported one visitor, who recommended arriving early or checking for departures around checkout time.
The dramatic red rock landscapes define the camping experience in this region. Valley of Fire State Park's campgrounds consistently receive high ratings for their unique settings. "Being tucked away in the giant rocks was awesome!" wrote one camper about Arch Rock Campground. Wildlife sightings, particularly desert bighorn sheep, are frequently mentioned in reviews. Visitors to BLM dispersed sites near Valley of Fire appreciate the affordability and accessibility. "Perfect dispersed camping spot outside Valley of Fire State Park and close to Lake Mead," noted one reviewer about Sand Mine Road. Wind can be challenging in certain areas, particularly in canyon settings like Virgin River Gorge, where one camper reported, "At about 3 am the wind became too much and the tent was almost flying out from under our bodies."
Best Campgrounds near Bunkerville (80)
1. Atlatl Rock Campground — Valley of Fire State Park
"The fee system feels a little confusing but it's basically $15 park entrance fee, $10 more dollars to camp, and another $10 for hookups (50&30&20 power and water only, free dump and water (and"
"PROS: Restrooms w/ flushing toilets • Showers w/ hot water • Parking within your site, loved the proximity • Faucet w/ running water on site • Fire pit w/ removable grill • BBQ grill • Covered picnic"
from $10 / night
Check Availability2. Mesquite Trails RV Resort
"Easy access - would recommend to request a site on the mountain side instead of the highway site. Huge truck traffic during night time."
from $50 - $100 / night
Check Availability3. Casa Blanca Resort Casino
"You get access to this little desert oasis, and it's awesome they have an incredible pool with a waterfall and showers and clean bathrooms not to mention a full bar, and don't forget to go inside to get"
"So much better than a gravel lot next to the freeway. We paid $35."
4. Solstice Motorcoach Resort
"The location is convenient to stores, gas, and restaurants. It’s laid out with lots of flowering bushes and trees arranged as borders around the sites. The utility posts are in excellent condition."
"Built for big rigs, this place is conveniently located and has level spots and a killer view. The only negative is that they don’t have fire pits. Still, I highly recommend as a great stop off I 15"
5. Sun Resorts RV Park
"Special thanks to Judy & Leslie for making a difficult situation bearable!"
6. Gold Butte National Monument
"Our fourth and final night was closer to the entrance near Whitney Pocket and it was a much busier area, but still quiet and remote."
7. Virgin River Camp
8. Oasis RV Park - Mesquite
"Pulling into the palm tree lined entrance is the best part. I was under a giant billboard, so this park leaves a lot to the imagination."
9. Virgin River Gorge Recreation Area Campground (BLM)
"Virgin River Canyon Campground, off Cedar Pocket Exit, near St George and Hurricane UT is a very nice, well kept Campground. Easy to maneuver and park. We have a 40’ fifth wheel and had no issue."
"There aren't any lights around the campground so on a night with no moon, I'm sure you could see EVERYTHING. Upon waking, my husband and I were very impressed by the views! They were stunning!"
from $8 / night
Check Availability10. Virgin River North
"Found a semi secluded area within 200 yards of the entrance. Access is very good with pavement to the entrance and flat desert road going all over the hillside."
"Lots of room for big rigs and turning around. Arrived after dark and no trouble pulling in and parking"
Drive Time
- 44 min from St. George, UT
- 1 hr 8 min from Las Vegas, NV
- 3 hrs 22 min from Lake Havasu City, AZ
- 4 hrs 36 min from Flagstaff, AZ
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Recent Reviews near Bunkerville, NV
584 Reviews of 80 Bunkerville Campgrounds
Aaron S.
RangerAnasazi Palms
Anasazi Palms RV Park Review: A Convenient, Clean, and Budget-Friendly Stop
If you are traveling the Interstate 15 corridor and need a practical, no-hassle place to spend the night, the Anasazi Palms RV Park in Littlefield, Arizona, is a fantastic option. Our crew recently stayed here on a trip up and back from Salt Lake City, Utah, and it provided exactly what we needed to make our journey smooth and easy.
Location and Accessibility
The biggest selling point of Anasazi Palms is its supreme convenience. It features incredibly easy access right off I-15, meaning you won’t be navigating tight, winding roads after a long day of driving.
As a huge bonus for RVers, the park is located just a couple of blocks away from a Maverik gas station. Being able to fuel up the rig and grab road snacks without detouring makes this an ideal pitstop location.
Site Quality
We opted for a pull-through site, which made setting up and tearing down a breeze. --
Cleanliness: The site was exceptionally clean and well-maintained.
Vibe: It’s nothing fancy, but it doesn't try to be. It is a straightforward, no-frills park that gets the basics perfectly right.
Value: It is highly affordable, keeping trip costs low without sacrificing a safe, tidy place to sleep.
The Hitched4fun Verdict
Sometimes, the best RV parks aren't the luxury resorts, but the reliable, clean, and cheap stops that make long road trips manageable. Anasazi Palms RV Park delivered exactly what we were looking for. We will absolutely be staying here again the next time we travel through the Arizona Strip.
Rating: Highly Recommended by the entire Hitched4fun.com crew!
- CChristian R.Guide
Arch Rock Campground — Valley of Fire State Park
Great Campsite
I really enjoyed Valley of Fires as a whole, but the camping experience itself was a unique and separate experience from the park since the campsites are set off to the side from most major attractions other than the Atlal petroglyphs. This is why I am glad I went with Arch Rock Campground instead of Atlal because it definitely gets less traffic. As a result it feels like you're in a more hidden section of the park that feels very peaceful. Yet you are still a couple minutes away from the petroglyphs parking lot when driving. The sunrise here was amazing, but it does get hot pretty quickly even in late March, and the nights are cold (typical desert weather). The vault toilets were decent, definitely not the best smelling but were relatively clean. The only downside to this campground versus the Atlal is that they are the ones with the showers.
- CChristian R.Guide
Virgin River Gorge Recreation Area Campground (BLM)
One Of My Favorites
This location is a great halfway point between Vegas and either of Utah's two closests National Parks. We booked it ahead of time so we paid the reservation fee making it a $16 stay, however, you can easily just show up and and find an empty campsite (which there were some in late May) and end up paying only $8. They have flush toilets, you are right beside the Virgin River, and it's only around 10-15 minutes from a Maverik and getting that for $8-$16 is exactly why I will be back (when its not summer). Also, we obviously tent camp, but visually the spots are pretty big and there were a good mount of camper trailers and even a modded camper school bus.
- MMalinda J.
ScoutVirgin River Gorge Recreation Area Campground (BLM)
Maybe I don’t understand
It is $2 for day use and $8 for over night. But it’s on a long stretch of road with no rest areas and it is literally just a paved road running loops with little gravel pull outs. Am I missing something? Why are we having to pay at all. Are the park so hard to for funds? Where am I to sleep otherwise, when I’m too tired to safely drive? Even $2 breaks the bank in some circumstances… especially considering the number of times one must seek a safe sleeping spot in their journey
Kelly I.GuideDixie National Forest FR901 Dispersed
Easy and shaded
There were a few roads to chose and we were able to find a shady one with plenty of room. There were others nearby but everyone was respectful and it was a nice stopping point to camp!
- JJesse S.
TravelerSand Hollow OHV Camp
Super convenient, really pretty at night
Im currently tent camping out of my car and managed to make the place work. Sand obviously made it more difficult, but was doable. Accessible by RWD but be careful of patches of deeper sand. If you drive far enough away, highway isnt much of an issue past midnight- plus the moon makes the place look great at night.
- jjenny S.Guide
Arch Rock Campground — Valley of Fire State Park
Arch Rock campground at Valley of Fire
Stunning camp sites nestled among the red rock cliffs. Tables, shelter and fire rings. Bathrooms ( pit toilets). Stopped on way back from Utah on trip to San Diego. Pulled in after sunset and had to drive through to see what sites were available. They left a sign out saying campground full from weekend but had not taken it down yet and there were plenty of sites open. Self pay campground after hours. So warm that we slept in bed of truck with no tent to watch the stars!
Glen C.GuideSolstice Motorcoach Resort
Clean, quiet, aesthetic, nice view
Just here for an overnight but I would choose to stay here again if passing through this area. The park is clean and nicely laid out with gravel ground cover. The park is on a hill above the city of Mesquite, overlooks the freeway and a beautiful green river valley. You cannot hear any traffic noise! The location is convenient to stores, gas, and restaurants. It’s laid out with lots of flowering bushes and trees arranged as borders around the sites. The utility posts are in excellent condition.
Guide to Bunkerville
Camping spots near Bunkerville, Nevada sit on a transitional zone between the Mojave Desert and Great Basin Desert ecosystems at elevations ranging from 1,300 to 5,000 feet. This geographic positioning creates temperature variations of up to 30°F between day and night in spring and fall. Campers often report persistent winds in canyon areas, with strongest gusts typically occurring between 2-5 AM.
What to do
River activities: Virgin River Gorge Recreation Area Campground offers direct access to the Virgin River for cooling off during hot months. "We could see in time the silt would settle. However, for the purposes of testing, we didn't wait!" wrote one visitor describing the river's silt-heavy water.
Stargazing: Atlatl Rock Campground — Valley of Fire State Park provides exceptional dark sky viewing opportunities with minimal light pollution. "Absolute Silence at night. Even when the campground is full. stars so bright," notes one camper who appreciated the pristine night sky conditions.
Local gaming: Casa Blanca Resort Casino offers gaming activities within walking distance of its RV facilities. "You get access to this little desert oasis, and it's awesome they have an incredible pool with a waterfall and showers and clean bathrooms not to mention a full bar, and don't forget to go inside to get the dollar hot dogs that are yummy," reports one reviewer who enjoyed the convenience of on-site amenities.
What campers like
Desert solitude: Gold Butte National Monument provides remote camping with minimal crowds. "Stayed 3 nights further in the monument with the place mostly to ourself—one other camper one night and some OHVers and scenic drivers throughout the day," writes one visitor who appreciated the privacy.
Accessibility to groceries: Sun Resorts RV Park features direct access to shopping. "Smith's grocery (Kroger) is right next door as is Domino's and Starbucks," notes one camper about the convenient location that allows easy resupply without breaking camp.
Level sites: The region offers numerous options for level camping setups. "Level rv pads. Nice flush bathrooms. And dark sky's," reported one visitor to Virgin River Gorge Recreation Area Campground about the practical site conditions.
What you should know
Cell service limitations: Coverage varies significantly throughout the camping areas. "Cell service is sporadic—typically have to climb a mountain/hill if you need reception," reports one camper at Gold Butte National Monument about connectivity challenges.
Road conditions: Gold Butte National Monument requires appropriate vehicles. "The road in is really rough (and gets rougher the further in you go), but the camping is nice," notes one visitor about access challenges.
Payment systems: Some campgrounds require online payment which can be problematic. "You have to pay for camping online. If you want a first come site, you have to scan a q code at the entrance... except there is only 1 bar of t-mobile cell service and it's almost impossible to complete the transaction," explains one camper at Virgin River Gorge Recreation Area.
Tips for camping with families
Resort amenities: Casa Blanca Resort Casino offers child-friendly facilities with its RV sites. "Access to resort amenities is included. Nice pool with a slide for the kiddos, although a monsoon storm cut our pool time short," notes one family's experience at the property.
Seasonal events: Virgin River Camp provides access to local activities. "There are beautiful views. Lots of flat space parking," reports one visitor about the family-friendly surroundings and space for activities.
Bathroom facilities: Look for campgrounds with clean, maintained facilities. "Bathrooms and showers in RV park area are air conditioned and very clean," writes one camper at Casa Blanca Resort Casino about the comfort amenities important for family camping.
Tips from RVers
Size restrictions: Some parks have limitations on RV age. "They said RVs had to be 10 years or newer. So why wasn't I just asked what year it was. It would have saved me a lot of time," notes one frustrated visitor to Sun Resorts RV Park about unexpected requirements.
Hookup placement: Mesquite Trails RV Resort offers thoughtful site design. "The pull throughs are long, room enough for slides on both sides, and have 2 hookups per site.... So no matter where you park, you can reach one of the set ups," explains a reviewer describing the practical layout.
Overnight conveniences: Many sites accommodate short stays without disconnecting. "Site was long enough for us to stay hooked up, but with plenty of space to park unhooked," reports an RVer about the convenient pull-through sites at Sun Resorts RV Park that accommodate tow vehicles.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Bunkerville, NV?
What camping is available near Bunkerville, NV?
According to TheDyrt.com, Bunkerville, NV offers a wide range of camping options, with 80 campgrounds and RV parks near Bunkerville, NV and 31 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Bunkerville, NV?
Which is the most popular campground near Bunkerville, NV?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Bunkerville, NV is Atlatl Rock Campground — Valley of Fire State Park with a 4.7-star rating from 93 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Bunkerville, NV?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Bunkerville, NV?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 31 free dispersed camping spots near Bunkerville, NV.
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