Best Places to Camp for Free in Arizona

[@michellecastaneda4104]

I love camping in Quartzsite. I found a spot with beautiful mountain views great sunsets and sunrises and almost no one around. Minutes from amenities. Everything you need is right here for camping. Very convenient

[@tominmtnvw]

Oh come on, court site is an armpit. There are thousands of desperately poor people in the area in the winter time who will steal from you if they get the chance. Services are extremely limited because the town‘s permanent population is about 2000. Upwards of 1 million people live in the area in the winter. The post office is incapable of handling the uptick in mail and the private mail company, moon mountain mail is abominable. If you want to eat somewhere nice, you’ll have to leave Quartzsite for a nearby community. Phoenix is an hour away. There are smaller communities closer but they also will be impacted by the influx of snowbirds. Do yourself a favor and look elsewhere.

[@ArizonaGunsDave]

Arizona is the best state in the country in my opinion. I have lived all over the country but nothing compares.

[@Billy_Bad_Ass]

Agreed.

[@athena_the_hun1097]

Great review with pictures! Thank you

[@Arthur-ek7nd]

Going to be living in my micro camper full time, and plan to winter out in Arizona for sure. Grew up in the north, but my rig is not outfitted for snowy roads just yet.

[@Campendium]

Enjoy your new adventure! 🛣 - Liz

[@RetroRVRecon]

Excellent video, I wish I had seen it sooner. We are taking an RV trip from Louisiana that way and we reserved at RV campgrounds. Had I known there are so many places to boondock we may have picked some of these beautiful locations. Thanks, next time! ;)

[@Campendium]

Have an awesome trip! 🚌

[@solidstone073]

Thanks for all of the many videos that you've made that were informative and inspirational to me Seth & Drea (I hope I spelled that right).

[@Campendium]

Glad to hear they've been helpful. Seth is awesome! 🥇

[@williamgreasy9612]

Good

[@TravelSmallLiveBig]

We boondocked N of Flagstaff years ago and loved it! These all look like amazing spots - great video showing Arizona’s diversity!

[@Campendium]

Our pleasure! 🌅

[@Christopher_Stevenson]

Nice capture! Great vibes. Thank you.

[@Campendium]

😃 😊

[@tominmtnvw]

If you Boondock near the Grand Canyon, you will have to drive quite a distance to restock your supply. Also, this mentioned that one site is 15 minutes from the Grand Canyon. But it doesn’t mention is that it takes about an hour to get in. The line is very very long and slow. The entire Coconino from Flagstaff all the way to the western border of New Mexico based on my own experience has extremely poor or no cell reception it’s an absolutely gorgeous area otherwise with wonderful fishing. The stream trout put up quite a fight!

[@yooperdog]

Great video. We stayed at Empire Ranch and checked out Dragoon mountains. We'll be back.

[@gnobelaxfourmy6420]

I really appreciate you letting me know about the one near Tombstone. I like that area quite a bit.

[@dlsimes]

Thanks for this video! Great information!

[@Campendium]

You're welcome! 🎉

[@robertbumpus2889]

Great video, planning on getting out there next week

[@tominmtnvw]

If you Boondock near the Grand Canyon, you will have to drive quite a distance to restock your supply. Also, this mentioned that one site is 15 minutes from the Grand Canyon. But it doesn’t mention is that it takes about an hour to get in. The line is very very long and slow.

[@jjjohny_a5965]

great camping tips thank you

[@3RayJ3]

No more camping at Fortuna Pond. The BLM says they are considering an off lake camping area in the future but for now it is day use only.

[@dianestevenson2630]

Thanks for all the great reviews of amazing places.

[@Campendium]

Sure thing! 🌿

[@nclare7]

Oh my gosh, this channel is fantastic. Thanks so much for the great information!

[@Campendium]

😊

[@mrpopo573]

Amazing work y'all! Cieneguita is magical I think you even used one of my pics!!

[@Campendium]

Thank you! If you left a review photo for the spot on Campendium - then that could be it! 📸

[@jackthefunshack8618]

Oh! And another fun fact, at 6:19 that is MY CAMPER, MY CAMP CHAIRS, and MY CAMPFIRE!! LOL 😂 I was totally ticked to see our picture featured here! We sold that camper and now building Ram Promaster camper van, can't wait to finish the build so we can find more amazing free campsites!! 🥰

[@Campendium]

Thanks for leaving a great photo and review - glad we could feature it! - Liz

[@midlifetrailerlife]

Great reviews! Can't wait to get our trailer out to Arizona!!

[@Campendium]

Happy camping out in Arizona! 🌵

[@johnwest3287]

Arizona is a big State, so bring plenty of gas money to reach the BLM areas.

[@joycemarino9800]

Heading for Arizona in June so will definitely take advantage of this information! Great job as usual!

[@Campendium]

Thanks Joyce, have fun!

[@usmcpound]

Good luck with our heat in June!

[@joycemarino9800]

@@usmcpound Thanks for the warning but we're running away from Palm Desert and heading to northern Arizona!

[@nickmorzella8381]

@@joycemarino9800 Even then, direct sunlight is killer here. Definitely recommend to bring an easy up or tarp of some sort for shade 🥵

[@joycemarino9800]

@@nickmorzella8381 Just passing through on our way to the Ruby Mountains in northern Nevada and then north to Idaho Sawtooths, and up to the Northern Cascades until October or when the temps are less than 100! lol

[@doughasson2073]

Great video, THANKS

[@Campendium]

You are welcome. Happy camping!

[@AmericanWanderers]

Mogollon Rim roads all still closed as of yesterday. We planned to head up there from Benson but had to divert to near Sedona. I assume it's still snowed in up there but who knows. Spent three days at Indian Bread Rocks, had a good time there last week.

[@Campendium]

Glad you found Indian Rocks! 🪨

[@cmaggie5748]

Yes it snowed last night all melted today though. Look for things to open say memorial weekend or shortly before.

[@cadilacdesert]

do really have to tell the whole world? 500K people moving here a year!!! hope you get your views

[@alexlee3787]

I love grassland or grasslands in az Arizona

[@Campendium]

Big fans of grasslands ourselves 💚

[@syedjavedahmad9719]

Thanks for valuable excellent information. 👍👍.

[@Campendium]

You're welcome! ❤️

[@jayomelia2472]

Def gonna have to check out AZ!!!

[@Campendium]

Hope you love it! 🌵

[@tominmtnvw]

It’s beyond understanding why you concentrate on southern Arizona, when the most beautiful areas by far are in the Verde Valley general area, in the mountains around Flagstaff, and up north in the Kaibab forest.

[@philipking8426]

forest road 687 is actually the Cochise stronghold. You can find obsidian arrowheads but it is illegal to take them.

[@sacaciana]

Do you need a permit for any of these camp grounds ? Specifically the ones closest to the Grand Canyon?

[@Campendium]

While none of the campsites near the Grand Canyon mentioned in this video are currently known to require a permit, it is always best practice to check directly with the forest service/managing body to confirm this before arrival. Contact info and known permit status are noted on the Campendium review pages (linked above!) for each spot.

[@Scraparella]

Read my mind! I was thinking about where to camp in AZ and then this popped up!!

[@Campendium]

We hope you find an amazing spot! 🌵

[@Gimo76]

Just subscribed… great video

[@Moomoo-ce7wz]

Leaving Pagosa springs Colorado heading to 4 four corners

[@Campendium]

Enjoy! - Liz

[@juanruis4541]

Any videos for campsites off royte 66? Or i-40

[@Campendium]

No videos - but you can see more free places to camp in AZ here: www.campendium.com/arizona/free-camping/map

[@oakmaiden2133]

You can’t live in the forest here. Two years later, y’all came here during covid and trashed our wiild places and camp grounds. Burned the picnic tables and left your broken tents and chairs, dirty diapers, you name it. Not to mention cleaning out our grocery stores and not wearing masks while bringing your entire family in to shop. Please don’t feel the need to advertise our home for your pleasure.

[@johnhouchins3156]

This. Do to overuse and abuse, many of the dispersed campsites have been closed. This is a self inflicted wound. Don't expect sympathy or pity from the residents. Many of these campsites could be compared to a city dump.

[@mariat7969]

Can you please list the places in your video?

[@Campendium]

Hi Maria, click SHOW MORE in the description above! 🙂

[@markwalton300]

Have you ever done free camping in Nevada

[@Campendium]

We share top rated free camping in Nevada here: www.campendium.com/nevada/free-camping You can also search for free campsite in Nevada - and across the entire U.S. - over at www.campendium.com. Activate the 'free' filter and search the locations you're interested in! 🏕 -Liz

[@jordanyang3066]

Any spots near sedona?

[@Campendium]

Head over to www.campendium.com and search for 'Sedona', then filter by 'free' to begin your search for a great free campsite that can fit your camping style!

[@RodHelms-e5k]

The road are so rough from the toys that drive to fast

[@averagewilderness669]

This app is so useful

[@Campendium]

Thanks for being a part of the Campendium community! 🥰 - Liz

[@peaksvalleypreserve916]

Come stay at Peaks Valley Preserve, and see all Cochise has to offer!

[@Campendium]

Do be sure to fill out the 'Add a Campsite' form over at www.campendium.com so we can create a review page for the sites you've got to offer! ✍️ -Liz

[@rdkuless]

You didn't mention bike camping with tents... What are the things you need to know about camping in this landscape in a tent. SNAKES..? yikes..! Places to find drinking water..? I want to tour Arizona on my Solar powered Etrike/trailer. What should i prepare for or be aware of..? thanks Robb PDX

[@Campendium]

That sounds like an awesome adventure! 🚲 Campendium focuses on RV/vehicle based camping. Hope you find some useful info, however!

[@marlinpruett8343]

It would be great with gps coordinates

[@Campendium]

Hey Marlin! You can find all of the GPS coordinates on the Campendium Review pages for these spots - linked above! 🗺 -Liz

[@tominmtnvw]

You say only 15% of the state is privately owned, but you don’t mention that 27% of Arizona is Indian reservation, and 13% is state trust land that’s 40% of Arizona and camping in these areas is all but prohibited. It’s important to take this into consideration when planning your camping spot. I’ve learned firsthand having been ushered out of these areas on several occasions just in 2024. Much of it is devoid of signage.

[@JohnDillon-zh7js]

I have never paid to go camping.

[@shawnray4873]

All i have is a tent and a sleeping bag. Can i go and stay there without a vehicle

[@Yukonjackman1]

Really need to start talking about places for Senior Citizens what is friendly to a travel trailer and what's not

[@Campendium]

Hey Gary, Recommend continuing your research for campsites that meet your personal needs over on www.campendium.com 🛻

[@johnnyreb8030]

well done kiddo

[@donalddday7741]

first place> bring heavy duty dust masks stayed the night and left so dirty my dog could hardly breath and i cut up a shirt for a dust mask

[@themanonmars]

Can u camp for free still in Flagstaff

[@Campendium]

Hi Joseph, yes there is still free camping in Flagstaff, just remember not to overstay and leave no trace! www.campendium.com/arizona/flagstaff#price-range=0-0

[@rayfriend7450]

Due to the large number of full time campers over staying and leaving trash near Flagstaff, a lot of areas closest to town that were open are now posted to create a buffer zone between city and forest service property.

[@Campendium]

​@@rayfriend7450 Hi Ray - We talked to some rangers about the NFS closures in Arizona, here is some more info: www.campendium.com/camping/nfs-closures-arizona/

[@juanespinoza3688]

I am going up to Northern Arizona this summer to live in a campsite for as long as I can!!! Tired of living in the city and city noise!!!

[@marslynch3267]

Don't go to Peoria if you want to squat for free! The Arizona Land Trust requires a permit good for a total of 14days per calendar year!! No more exceptions the PD is all over it.

[@Campendium]

Absolutely! With a permit, Arizona Trust Land is an awesome place to camp! - Liz

[@bcg3166]

I tent camp.

[@Liendoelcm]

Yeuch! People are not disposing of their own used toilet paper??? Great way to stop visitors!

[@edogden2214]

should a retired camping couple carry a gun for protection ???

[@Campendium]

Hi Ed - that's a personal decision. Campendium's co-founders have been camping full-time for over 10 years without a gun and have never had a need for one. If you do decide to cary a gun, laws vary by state, so be sure to do your research!

[@haroldvonhelms8304]

BLM and the state could put in pay showers

[@mikewebbsinbox]

You lost me when you said "veesta's".

[@Campendium]

Thanks for the feedback. Happy camping! - Liz

[@tominmtnvw]

You said saddle Mountain but you also said saddleback Mountain when talking about the same location. I’m confused. and why are you pushing locations around Quartzsite? To be perfectly honest, cork site is an armpit. There are practically no amenities considering the million plus people that tiny little town in the winter. Why do you keep typing the amenities considering this fact.