Dispersed Camping in Arizona
Arizona has 537 dispersed camping spots in the Camphive database — primitive, mostly free camping on BLM land and in national forests, away from developed campgrounds. Dispersed camping usually means no reservations, no fees, and no amenities: pack in your water, pack out your trash, and check local fire restrictions before you go. The highest-rated spots are listed below by Vistas score, Camphive's 1–10 scenic rating.
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Of the 40 top-rated spots listed below, 40 are free.
Top dispersed camping spots in Arizona
- Oxbow Campground — CA · Free · Vistas 5
- Cypress Park Campground — AZ · Free
- La Posa West Long Term Visitor Area — AZ
- Havasu Campground — AZ
- Shush Be Tou Campgrounds — AZ · Free
- Payson Campground & RV Resort — AZ · Free
- Peppersauce Campground — AZ · Free
- West Turkey Creek Campground — AZ · Free
- Barfoot Park Campground — AZ · Free
- Pinery Canyon Campground — AZ · Free
- Kaibab National Forest Free Campsite — AZ · Free
- Kaibab Paiute Tribe RV Park & Campground — AZ
- Camp Area A — AZ · Free
- Bull Pen Dispersed Campground — AZ · Free
- Wagon Wheel Campground — AZ · Free
- Catalina State Park: Ringtail Loop — AZ · Free
- Ramada Area — AZ · Free
- 20 Mile Camp — AZ · Free
- Long Jim Loop Camping — AZ · Free
- Opposite Malgosa Camp — AZ · Free
- Upper Nankoweap Camp — AZ · Free
- La Posa North Long Term Visitor Area — AZ
- Reservation Lake Campgrounds — AZ · Free
- Hart's Prairie — AZ · Free
- Cholla Forest Primitive Group Camp — AZ · Free
- The view campground — AZ · Free
- Badger Camp — AZ · Free
- Jackass Canyon Camp — AZ · Free
- Old Fish Camp — AZ · Free
- Spillway Campground — AZ
- Rucker Forest Camp — AZ · Free
- La Posa South Long Term Visitor Area — AZ
- Fitch Corral Camp — AZ · Free
- Group Campground — AZ · Free
- Standard Wash Area, BLM Campground — AZ · Free
- Baboquivari Park — AZ · Free
- Rim Resort — AZ
- Raptor Ranch — AZ
- Willow 1 — AZ · Free
- Demotte Campground — AZ · Free
Open the interactive Arizona camping map on Camphive to browse all 537 spots with filters for free camping, RV access, and scenic ratings.
Arizona camping FAQ
Is dispersed camping legal in Arizona?
Yes, on most BLM land and in national forests, outside of developed recreation areas and posted closures. The 537 spots listed here are on public land where primitive camping is generally allowed; always confirm current rules and fire restrictions with the local ranger district or BLM field office before you go.
How long can you stay at a dispersed campsite in Arizona?
The common limit is 14 days within a 28-day period at one location on BLM and national forest land, after which you must move (often at least 25 miles). Exact limits vary by district, so check locally.
How do I find free dispersed camping in Arizona?
Use the map on this page: every listing is plotted with a Vistas scenic score from 1–10. 40 of the 40 top-rated spots below are free. Pack in water, pack out trash, and have an offline map for areas without cell coverage.
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