The best dog-friendly campgrounds near Tucson, Arizona

Camping near Tucson, Arizona with pets? Look no further than Hipcamp. With over 650 options available, you're sure to find the perfect campsite for you and your furry friend. Whether you prefer tent camping, RV camping, or glamping, there's something for everyone. Looking for top-rated campsites? Check out El Pais Motel & Campgrounds (308 reviews), Dark Sky Camping and Glamping (115 reviews), and Karla's Hummingbird Rd. Guest Ranch (110 reviews). With popular amenities like showers, trash, and toilets, and activities like wildlife watching, snow sports, and fishing, you'll have everything you need for an unforgettable camping experience. Plus, with an average price per night of $30 and options as low as $10, camping has never been more affordable.

97% (2.7K) • 178 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Tucson

Camping near Tucson, Arizona with pets? Look no further than Hipcamp. With over 650 options available, you're sure to find the perfect campsite for you and your furry friend. Whether you prefer tent camping, RV camping, or glamping, there's something for everyone. Looking for top-rated campsites? Check out El Pais Motel & Campgrounds (308 reviews), Dark Sky Camping and Glamping (115 reviews), and Karla's Hummingbird Rd. Guest Ranch (110 reviews). With popular amenities like showers, trash, and toilets, and activities like wildlife watching, snow sports, and fishing, you'll have everything you need for an unforgettable camping experience. Plus, with an average price per night of $30 and options as low as $10, camping has never been more affordable.

97% (2.7K) • 178 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Tucson

1. Angel's Summerhaven Retreat

79%

(7)

21mi from Tucson · 2 sites · Tents, RVs

The main camping area is a flat area on the mountainside East of Summerhaven, with a steep approach (be prepared!). The view from the area is great, and the area has some pines, as do the neighboring properties. Turkey cross the property seasonally, as well as the occasional deer. This is a leave no trace site. The site is current undergoing enchancements, so there will be evidence of demolished boulders, landscaping, and fencing. The site is safe to traverse, but care should be taken to avoid rock and uneven terrain, fence posts, and so on. Usage of the site is at your own risk. Toilet and waste: A bucket toilet is provided, with composting bags. Toilet waste, as well as other waste, must be taken with you, when you leave; there is no trash service. There are sometimes dumpsters in town that can be used to dispose of waste. The bucket toilet consists of a bucket, bucket seat, funnel, and hose. The consumables are composting toilet bags, wood shavings/chips, and toilet paper. You do not need to use the funnel and hose, but may if you wish. At a minimum, place the bag into the bucket, with the bag edge over the edge of the bucket, and place the bucket seat onto the bucket. The bucket seat should firmly fit onto the bucket, and retain the bag. When your stay is complete, please make sure the seat and bucket are clean, as well as the funnel and hose, if you used them. Please make sure all supplies are returned to the Toilet Supplies container. Directions: The address is 12672 N Ray Ave. Make your way to the intersection of N Sabino Canyon Parkway and Retreat Rd. in Summerhaven, AZ. Head east up the steep Retreat Rd., and make the right onto Tucson Ave., followed by a quick left onto what Google says is Ray Ave. Make an immediate right onto N. Ray Ave, and follow the dirt road until a steep driveway on the left appears. This driveway (and the other entrance 100 ft further on) provide access to the land. If trying to park off the driveway, enter the first driveway entrance to drive forward onto the approach and park, or enter the second driveway and then back onto the approach and park. Once parked (See Parking for additional instructions), access the land from the driveway according to the images. Parking: WARNING: Do not park on the driveway itself. There is a half-moon driveway that provides a way to either drive forward or backward onto the approach. Park on the (1) dirt approach to the land, just off the steep driveway, or (2) on the half moon parking spot at the top of the driveway, or (3) at the bottom on Ray Ave, out of the way. If any vehicles are blocking vehicular access to the dirt approach to the land, please contact me. Recreation: The shops of Summerhaven are close. Marshall Gulch is a popular recreation area on the Arizona Trail, South of Summerhaven. There is also a lot of opportunity to hike and rock climb on the area. The area is not very suitable for RVs; it is not possible to bring an RV onto the property.

2. Sunset Saguaro Retreat

23mi from Tucson · 1 site · Lodging

Sunset Saguaro Retreat – A Desert Glamping Escape in Tucson Where the desert restores you. Welcome to Sunset Saguaro Retreat, a serene desert sanctuary tucked beside the iconic Saguaro National Park. Whether you’re here to hike world-class trails, watch the sky transform at sunset, or simply slow down and reconnect with nature, this retreat was created for peace, comfort, and wide-open desert beauty. Wander through private walking trails that weave across the property, with benches placed at scenic points where you can pause, reflect, and soak in the magic of the Sonoran Desert. Many of the native plants along the path are thoughtfully labeled, turning your stroll into a quiet, self-guided nature experience. This is glamping at its best—a space where rustic desert charm meets cozy amenities. Whether you’re sipping coffee at sunrise, stargazing at night, or setting off for a day in the park, Perfect Peace is your ideal base for rest, renewal, and outdoor discovery.

3. The Garden of Peden

82%

(62)

25mi from Tucson · 3 sites · Tents

We welcome visitors into a biodynamic and developmental environment where they will be exposed to a circus for their senses and provided with a fresh perspective. Our commitment to quality products, exceptional services and incomparable customer care keep our community and beloved travelers coming back again and again. We never stop improving, and are continuing to expand our offerings based on how we can best serve humanity and future generations. Our addition of a Little Free Library adds to the essential educational aspect we desire, and fuels the community spirit at the heart of it all. Come visit and relax while reading amongst fllora and fauna. We hope the ambience will encourage our visitors to slow down, relax and remember that there is always time to enjoy the little things in life. May all your days be wonder-filled and full of adventure. It is out there.Learn more about this land:A nature retreat full of bunnies, birds, lizards and more. Get hands on if you desire with plants and animals during your stay, and endulge in star gazing at night where the milky way is visible in the sky. We provide respite from city noise and light pollution. You'll find solace for the soul within the Garden of Peden. There is a little free library for guests to enjoy and plenty of room to relax and read if one wishes. Chickens are coming soon so that guests can help themselves to the fresh eggs they provide.

4. Gated Equestrian Retreat

100%

(2)

26mi from Tucson · 2 sites · RVs

Welcome to your peaceful getaway! Our gated equestrian retreat is situated adjacent to thousands of acres of State Trust Land, offering endless opportunities for horseback riding, hiking, and wildlife viewing. We have 5 full RV hookups as well as plenty of space for dry camping. Whether you’re looking for adventure or relaxation, this property has it all. Shopping and restaurants are just 10 minutes away, or you can enjoy the convenience of delivery right to your site. The best part? Unmatched peace and quiet, stunning desert wildlife, and breathtaking sunsets you’ll never forget. Please note that our business hours end at 5:00 p.m., and we have a strict policy regarding visitor arrivals after that time. As our staff leaves at the end of the business day, arrivals after 5:00 p.m. will not be permitted to enter the facility.

5. Diamond Bell Park

26mi from Tucson · 3 sites · Lodging

Howdy, Folks! My name is Joel, and I turned my off-grid property into a park. It’s located right across the street from a 3,000 acre swath of Arizona recreational state land. AZ state land is like a state park, but with zero amenities. So, I started building amenities on my property. We now have trash service, compost toilets, running hot water, a shower building, a furnished campsite, a mini barndominium, and everything runs on solar power. We also get Amazon deliveries. The park is only 20 miles from the Tucson city limits, but when you get out here you’ll feel like you’re a million miles away. Your ears will ring for the first half hour while adjusting to the quiet. It’s a great place to read a book, unwind, and take some time off from the mouse marathon of daily urban life. It’s also a great place to bring your ATV, dirt bike, or favorite pew-pews to go play Mad Max Beyond Thunderchicken out in the state land. There’s a little something for everybody if you know what I mean. Night time is very dark out here. There are no street lights because Kitt Peak National Observatory is just over yonder. You can see it from the property. Most nights the Milky Way is clear and visible in the sky. I have pathway lights, and low lumen lighting around the park, but a flashlight is still helpful for getting around at night. Next door is a bird sanctuary with 2 macaws (Blue Bird and Max), and halfway up the mountain (Keystone Peak) is an abandoned fluorite mine you can go explore. We are in the foothills of the Sierrita Mountains, at an elevation of 3,200 ft. That’s 1,000 ft higher than Tucson, and 2,000 ft higher than Phoenix. The plant life is very lush and green for the desert, and the wildlife is plentiful.

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

SITE 3
TENTS ONLY
SITE AMENITIES:
-BBQ
-Firepit
-Campfire wood
-Mesquite cooking wood for BBQ

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Kari

3 weeks ago

Tent

With pets

2 nights at The Garden of Peden

It is nothing like their website, no eggs, veggies or anything, not even a host BUT it is quiet and beautiful. Wild animals and wild dogs kept showing up so do not let your dog be off leash.

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Matt

November 2025

33 ft toy hauler

With kids

7 nights at Gated Equestrian Retreat

Sites are behind a gated entry, on the other end of 40 acres from the main property which makes this location feel like you are dry camping in the scenic desert. The land is natural and flat, lending the area to great views of the surrounding mountains once you are setup. The sites were a bit too close but understandable given they've run full hookups to every site. Electric was solid, water pressure was plentiful, and no issues with the sewer connection. This made our 7 night stay very enjoyable, having the freedom of city water and easy dumping... with the scenery, quiet, and calm of dry camping way out in the desert. Anthony and his wife were great hosts, met us when we arrived and showed us to our site... then we didn't see them for a few days until someone else arrived.

M

February 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Garden of Peden

2nites turned into 3. Took a minute to access and figure out a camp spot. Rural neighborhood of single wides. Camp itself quiet. Neighbor dogs quite vocal. Solo traveler. Felt totally safe and slept very well. Beware thorny debris. Good Verizon signal. Robust quail! Ground squirrels wrestling. Desert Wren. Homesite is a work in progress. No host onsite but responsive. Overall, a very chill find. After dark, two additional campers showed up for a quick sleepover. Both gone shortly after sunrise. Both quiet and respectful on arrival.

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luke

February 2025

Tent

7 nights at The Garden of Peden

Great view of the sunset and some excellent birding can happen as well. If you need anything there's a dollar general and a speedway not far. Also, the Praise Center Church of God is a great place to visit while you're there. Running water and power and a great service Sunday, Wednesday and Thursday! I didn't attend the Thursday night meeting but I heard good things about it.

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Jason

February 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to The Garden of Peden

Had a very pleasant 3 day tent camping stay here. Near as I could tell from the 2 signs I saw, the spots are arranged around a dirt round roundabout as soon as you pull thru gate. I could not find spot #’s, parking spaces or official delineation between them. Plenty of level spots and improvised fire pits. The location is in a rural setting but surrounded by neighboring properties. I never felt like my privacy was being invaded as most homes are hundreds of feet away. As described, the property is teaming with wildlife and they do make plenty of wildlife noises but I had no issue with it during the day or night, sounded like nature to me. I had no interaction with the host but required none. Would definitely stay here again, no restroom makes mornings a hurried affair but can’t beat the price and accessibility to Saguaro Nat’l Park.