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Hosted Camping Locations
"We Know Where to Go"
Our goal is to make going camping easy by providing a platform for you to create an enjoyable and memorable camping experience.
Below is a list of dispersed camping locations that we recommend for your camping trip with AZ Places. Locations are accessible by a standard vehicle and are within 1 to 3 hours surrounding Phoenix, Arizona.
Check our recommended locations by season below for a location that fits your interest. If this is not enough, you can browse our complete directory of AtoZ places for additional options.
Do note, some locations may have a entrance or use fee and locations beyond 150 miles require an additional fee.
Partial Image from U.S. Geological Survey, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons


Spring
Mid February to Late April
C. C. Cragin (Blue Ridge) Reservoir
Arizona

Dry Summer
May & June
C. C. Cragin (Blue Ridge) Reservoir
Lake, Recreation, Hiking, Desert, Exploring, Fishing, Camping
West Fork
Fishing, River, Forest, Hiking, Camping
Bear Flat
Fishing, River, Forest, Hiking, Camping
Happy Jack
Forest, Camping, Hiking, Exploring
Bear Canyon Lake
Lake, Forest, Fishing, Hiking, Camping