99% (6.9K) • 266 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Arizona
99% (6.9K) • 266 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Arizona
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Joseph
1 week ago
1 night at Karla's Hummingbird Guest Ranch
Karla has created a beautiful property! I feel fortunate to have stayed there!
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Zach
3 weeks ago
Weekend Trip to Painted Desert Ranger Cabin
Incredible place, loved it! Road is as advertised but really manageable if it’s dry and you have the ground clearance.
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Sherry
December 2025
21 ft Class B
We had a group of 8 hiking friends who gathered at Karla's to camp for 2 nights. It was the perfect location for us, since one couple needed a room and they were able to stay in Karla's apartment, while the rest of us had camper vehicles.
Karla has made her place very special with her artistic and gardening skills, and she had many unexpected amenities (campfires in the evening and warm cinnamon rolls in the morning). I loved the animals and the $10 fee to groom the baby burro was well worth the fun.
Karla's ranch is in a great location for exploring the area, with the only downside being that it is on a busy highway that can get noisy at times. However, it didn't detract from our trip. We did a beautiful hike at Brown Canyon one day, and the next day we explored the ghost town of Fairbank with a beautiful walk along the San Pedro Conservation Area. Some of us took a cold dip in the pool following a rather warm hike. In the evening we had a wonderful wine tasting at Los Milics Vineyards on their patio at sunset and a dinner at the Copper Brothel in Sonoita, both close by.
We highly recommend Karla's Humingbird Guest Ranch and hope to come back, again.
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Laura
December 2025
16 ft car
Hummingbird Ranch is a special place that shows a lot of care by the owner, Karla. The site affords a beautiful view of the Whetstone Mountains and is convenient to the Huachuchas, the ghost town of Fairbanks, Sonoita, wine country, etc. - a great jumping off point for the area.
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Ariel
December 2025
16 ft car
With pets
Our stay at Karla’s place was exceptional. We arrived just before sunset, and Karla was already waiting at the gate to welcome us and show us to our site. The spot was thoughtfully laid out and extremely well equipped. The 50-amp NEMA 14-50 hookup charged our Tesla without issue.
The campsite layout is flexible and well designed, you can set up wherever you’re most comfortable and still have privacy and quiet. The property itself is more than a gem; it’s genuinely unique. We spent a good half hour exploring the artwork in the shared common space, which includes a kitchen area stocked with a microwave, coffee maker, refrigerator, and an immaculately clean bathroom.
Karla is clearly both a craftsman and an artist, and the care she’s put into the property shows everywhere. Nothing feels generic or rushed, every detail feels intentional and one of a kind. We also had the chance to meet her horses and donkey, all of whom were gentle, friendly, and a joy to be around.
The sunset was spectacular, the campsite was peaceful, and we enjoyed dinner in her beautifully decorated outdoor cabana. Karla was warm, attentive, and genuinely kind throughout our stay. Everything was exactly as it should be.
We can’t wait to return
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tim
December 2025
23 ft travel trailer
Karla was super accommodating for my RV stay at her ranch. I'm relocating to the area and needed a place to stay for a few days until my new house closes. After several exhausting days preparing for my move and driving down here, the ranch has been the perfect place to get some much needed R&R. She didn't even mind my tortoise stretching his legs around the place! The pool, fire pit area, and other amenities are all well kept and proved a relaxing atmosphere. And yes. There are actual humming birds.😄
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Cody
December 2025
Tent
Oh my gosh, where can I even begin. Karla is such a sweetheart! I absolutely loved her place. We were a group of three that booked last minute for tent camping. She was there to greet us when we pulled in and gave us a quick tour. She has worked VERY hard to create a beautiful little ranch with her own hands. She is amazingly creative. Do check out the scrapbook she has made of what she has done over the few years she has owned the place. It is AMAZING. Extremely talented, hardworking, and creative. I cannot begin to fathom the amount of effort she has poured into her property. It really is mindblowing.
The bathroom was spotless, the tent shelter was extremely sturdy and well built, the grounds meticulously maintained. Again, she has built and maintained all of this herself.
Karla really spares absolutely NO effort or expense to make sure her campers are happy, safe, and comfortable. An absolutely wonderful lady with a calm, strong and sweet presence. Just a tremendous, tremendous amount of thought, care, and artistry throughout. Highly, highly highly recommend.
Thank you for hosting the Three Amigos, Karla. I hope we see you again.
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Kelly
December 2025
Tent
Karla and the Hummingbird Ranch were absolutely the best! Not only is her spot fantastic, she is an absolute gem of a human being! The access to a toilet was pivotal at this point in our trip. She also rents her shower out, which was a huge draw for me. We stayed in her hand built cabana which was wonderful to set my tent up in and also be able to cook and hang out in. She has done a lot of work on her property and it is absolutely gorgeous. My favorite part of the day was sitting down at dusk watching all of her solar lights turn on. I would absolutely stay here again if I was ever in the area.
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Caleb
November 2025
Tent
With pets
This was my first time using HipCamp and boy, does Karla set the bar high. The property speaks for itself, attention to detail everywhere, very clean property and very well organized and thought out. Treated us with a community fire pit, got to make some new camp friends along the way. Restroom was super convenient and clean, the tent site allowed us to have a covered gazebo over us for added warmth and comfort. Overall a 5-star experience and wouldn’t hesitate to book again. Oh, and Reba the donkey is super friendly and loves ear scritches in the morning 😁
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Tom
November 2025
45 ft travel trailer
This is a wonderful place! A private residence/small ranch setting with lots of care to create a pleasant and relaxing experience. Plenty to do in a reasonably short drive. Great visit!
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Joan
November 2025
32 ft Class C
With kids
We enjoyed our stay with our RV at this camp. Clean and beautiful facilities. Wide spaces for RVs, full hookup, and fire ring. Stunning surrounding. Quiet, spacious, super friendly camp staff. Loved this place!
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Bronwyn
November 2025
18 ft travel trailer
With pets
Karla’s land was open, clean, and very easy to move around in. It really shows that she takes great care of her property, and the structures she has built are wonderfully creative! ( to call them sheds does not seem appropriate:-) Her property is gated, and I felt very comfortable and safe there.
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Lori
November 2025
19 ft travel trailer
Karla is lovely. There when you need her but gives you your privacy. Gorgeous property!!! Will be our new weekend get away! Thank you Karla for offering this experience!
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Jerry
November 2025
20 ft Class C
Karla’s place is as good as it gets, very clean and the set up was great, easy access to camp spots with electric and water at a convenient location.
The facilities were top notch, next to the bathroom there’s your own private room with everything you need for a great stay, amenities were the best, pool access, pool house with table and chairs and the decoration throughout were great.
Karla is the best, she treated us like we were family. When we go her way again we will definitely use her Hipcamp!!
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Andrew
November 2025
36 ft toy hauler
Great stay at the ranch. Appreciated how close it was to sonoita for some tastings and also close to some pretty epic riding on the side by side. Thanks for being such a great host Kim. Hope to see you all again someday.
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James
November 2025
34 ft fifth wheel
Great place, nice clean facilities, quiet, staff are super friendly and helpful in explaining everything and making suggestions for local travel. Would recommend 10-10. ✌️
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Steven
November 2025
Tent
Great spot. Staff very friendly and accommodating. Hwy road noise a little louder than expected, but otherwise very quiet. Definitely would stay again.
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Gabriela
November 2025
1 night at Karla's Hummingbird Guest Ranch
Karla is an excellent host and artist. Her home and campground are inspirational. It was such a joy to be there. Highly recommend.
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Marc
November 2025
Tent
Karla place was a fantastic surprise. We stayed at site 3 "The shady rest" for 3 nights, placed our tent outside and turned the shelter into our kitchen / dining setup. Kara's space is a work of art, tranquility and relaxation. She is a lovley and attentive host, provided us with everything we needed.
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Anthony
October 2025
20 ft campervan
Wow! This was a lovely location and Karla has gone above and beyond to make this place special for those who stay with her. She is quite an artist. We enjoyed the pool, and visiting the donkeys and we slept well as it was very quiet. We will be back and hope to make this an annual visit.
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The best star host camping in Arizona guide
Where to go
Northern Arizona
While northern Arizona's best-known attraction is the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park, there’s plenty more to see and do, from visiting Lake Powell on the Colorado River to backcountry tent camping among the ponderosa pines in the Coconino National Forest, Prescott National Forest, and Kaibab National Forest. Sedona, just south of Flagstaff, also makes a great base for hiking among Arizona's Red Rocks or swimming in Oak Creek Canyon’s Slide Rock State Park.
Western Arizona
Dubbed Arizona's "West Coast," this part of the state offers all sorts of outdoor activities, much of which revolve around the Colorado River. The town of Yuma near the southern border is a popular spot, featuring an old Wild West prison and serving as a good base for visiting the Cibola National Wildlife Refuge. Attractions further north include Lake Havasu State Park, where you can swim, camp, or even check out the 19th-century London Bridge. Further north, the massive Lake Mead National Recreation Area offers year-round camping and easy access to two lakes.
Central Arizona
While it's easy to associate central Arizona with Phoenix sprawl, this region offers a lot for outdoorsy types, all within a short drive of the city. Popular spots for outdoors lovers include the Superstition Mountains in the Tonto National Forest, Lost Dutchman State Park, and the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest. If you're interested in archaeology, the Montezuma Castle National Monument is also worth a visit.
Southern Arizona
Southern Arizona is full of Wild West spirit, with a mix of historic ghost towns and scenic desert landscapes, plus plenty of forests, particularly in the Chiricahua Mountains. Must-visit parks include Saguaro National Park and Catalina State Park—both just outside Tucson. If it gets too hot, make like a local and head to Patagonia Lake State Park, a prime spot to swim and cool off from the Arizona heat.