Arizona
Looking for the best camping in Arizona? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Arizona. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.
Top Camping Spots in and near Arizona
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Flagstaff, Arizona
Camp at Marshall Lake
5.0If you’re looking for spacious campsites, starry skies, wooded hiking trails, and peaceful surroundings, Marshall Lake in Flagstaff, AZ is the perfect campground for you! Marshall Lake is located about 9 miles south of Flagstaff on Forest Highway 3 (Lake Mary Road). Turn left (east) on Forest Roa...Read more -
Oljato-Monument Valley, Arizona
Wildcat Trail in Monument Valley
5.03.98 mi / 397 ft gainWhen facing The View from the parking lot, Wildcat Trail is off to the left where the campground is located. It's a 3.2 mile, self-guided loop that takes you around the West Mitten Butte. If you're hiking during the summer be sure to go early and bring a lot of water. You're fully exposed on t...Read more -
Payson, Arizona
Cabin Loop Trail
18.82 mi / 2028 ft gainPeople think Arizona is all just desert, but this hike will show you otherwise. Up on the Mogollon Rim, this trail takes you past old cabins, through lush forest, and near many creeks. Day 1: (10 miles) Drive on Rim Road to the General Springs Trail Head. The cabin marks the start of the tr...Read more -
Sedona, Arizona
Dispersed Camping in Coconino National Forest (Edge of the World)
5.0This campsite is definitely out there. You'll take a dirt road into what seems to be a thick forest. Tell your GPS to put you on Woody Mountain Road in Flagstaff, AZ. Once you are on this road set your speedometer and follow this road for about 23 miles. Do not make any turns off of this road, th...Read more -
GRAND CANYON, Arizona
Capturing the Monsoons in Grand Canyon NP
5.0Being in the right place at the right time is the biggest challenge when attempting to photograph the monsoons at the Grand Canyon. Paying careful attention to the weather patterns throughout the day can help, but your best bet is to watch the clouds, pick a viewpoint, and take your chances. A fe...Read more -
Young, Arizona
Camping on Roosevelt Lake Overlook
5.0Stumbled upon this phenomenal spot while dual-sporting through the Sierra Ancha range.Turning off 188 the Globe-Young Highway winds down into a valley and crosses the Salt River before passing some small homesteads and farms. It then climbs into the foothills of the Sierra Ancha mountain range. A...Read more -
Coconino County, Arizona
Camp at Knoll Lake
5.0The Campground is seasonal and is located on the left just before the lake. There are 33 well-developed units that offer fire-rings, grills, drinking water and vault toilets. No reservations are accepted and you will need to check in with the camp host. From central Phoenix, take Loop 202 east to...Read more -
Littlefield, Arizona
Explore the Toroweap Overlook
5.0Toroweap Overlook can be accessed via Country Road #109, 8 miles west of Fredonia, AZ. It's about a two hour drive along a dirt road, with the final stretch becoming much more technical over larger rocks (a truck with high clearance is recommended). Tuweep Campground is the only area you're allo...Read more -
Flagstaff, Arizona
Hike and Camp at Arizona's A1 Mountain
4.76.6 miles west of downtown Flagstaff off the I-40 West is the A1 Mountain Road. Continue over the cattle guards and enter into the A1 Mountain Area—perfect for hiking, camping, and trail running.The main road is well established for a dirt road, and many of the hiking trails branch off from it. T...Read more -
Willcox, Arizona
Camp at Chiricahua National Monument's Bonita Canyon
5.0Looking for an authentic hiking and camping weekend? Then the Bonita Canyon Campground in Chiricahua National Monument is your ticket. The Chiricahua National Monument is a uniquely beautiful place. There are wonderful hiking trails, some of the best in Arizona. The rock formations are the attrac...Read more -
Sedona, Arizona
Hike up Cookstove Trail
1.6 mi / 800 ft gainEither a compliment to a night spent at the Pine Flat Campground or a quick day hike to top of your Sedona/Oak Creek adventure, this short hike will give you an alternative, but comparatively gorgeous view of the Sedona Area.This trail starts just north of Pine Flat Campground near milepost 387 a...Read more -
North Rim, Arizona
Hike and Camp at Nankoweap Granaries
5.02 mi / 700 ft gainHiking to the Nankoweap Granaries can be done in a few ways but the two most popular routes is by boat along the Colorado River or the unmaintained Nankoweap trail, which is considered by most and the park services the most difficult named trail. Nankoweap Creek drains into the Colorado creating ...Read more -
Gold Canyon, Arizona
Superstition Peak 5057 via Carney Springs
5.07.71 mi / 2831 ft gainThis is the true beast hike of the Superstitions. If you think Flatiron is a toughy, give this a whirl! You will be poked, prodded, slapped, smacked, jolted, tripped and stabbed the entire way, but rewarded with arguably the finest sights the valley of the sun has to offer: the entire Superstitio...Read more -
Flagstaff, Arizona
Camp at Ashurst Lake
Ashurst Lake is South East of Flagstaff and not too far from Mormon Lake. It's an easy drive that any car can do. There is a a short section of well-maintained dirt road. Keep in mind the current fire regulations for the area as well as the lake's water level if you're panning to launch your boat...Read more -
Grand Canyon Village, Arizona
Camp at Mather Campground, Grand Canyon NP
4.5Mather campground provides forest camping at its best while visiting the beautiful South Rim of the Grand Canyon. Spacious RV, tent, group and even horse sites are available in this well kept facility. The area also provides clean restrooms, water, dump station and showers (additional cost) if yo...Read more -
Winslow, Arizona
Deep Water Soloing at Clear Creek
5.0For the best deep water soloing, go left after unloading the canoes or kayaks. At first, you might see a lot of people, but the further you paddle, the calmer and more peaceful it gets!Getting there: North on I-17, exit 285 at Camp Verde and go East on Hwy 260 then North on AZ 87. Turn right onto...Read more