2 acres hosted by Ontario R.
2 RV/tent sites
Near Petrified Forest National Park
Within a 60-minute drive from the Painted Desert Visitor Center.
Nomadic camping
Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.
Off-leash friendly
Pets can be off-leash at some sites.
Natural features
Desert
69% 
8 ratings · 7 reviews
Choctaw N.recommends
October 23, 2024
Site 1
Amazing Views! No complaints
I recently embarked on a tent camping trip near the Petrified Forest in Arizona, and it was nothing short of out of this world! This off-grid experience completely immersed me in nature, far from the distractions of modern life. With no artificial light for miles, the stars came alive in a way I'd never seen before. The Milky Way stretched across the sky like a glowing river of diamonds. It felt like I was standing at the edge of the universe, gazing into infinity.
The silence was profound, with only the soft whispers of the desert wind and the distant calls of wildlife breaking the stillness. A train was nearby the camp which brought back memories of my childhood. =)
There’s no streetlights—just pure, unfiltered nature. If you're looking for an adventure that takes you away from the ordinary and drops you into a cosmic, serene wilderness, this is the place. Bring your tent, a sense of awe, and prepare for an unforgettable celestial journey!
Paola R.recommends
October 22, 2024
Site 1
Family camping with pets 😃
"The roads are rugged, but that's part of the adventure! The remote location adds to the charm, giving you a true off-the-grid experience. Be prepared for some bumps along the way, but once you arrive, it's all worth it. There's no light pollution, so the stargazing is incredible. For only $6, this place is perfect for your tent or car camping. The peace, natural beauty, and seclusion make it the perfect escape from city life. Highly recommended!"
Shoko M.recommends
October 19, 2024
site 2
Camping right on the border of NP!
I’d like to recommend if you want to stay right by Petrified Forest National Park since the NP doesn't have a campground inside. The site is right on the border!
Good distance from the railway track to enjoy the sound of the whistles. We loved it.
The site is isolated and a wonderful place to enjoy the moon and star gazing.
Shoko M.recommends
October 19, 2024
Site 1
Good distance from the railway tracks to enjoy the sound of whistles. My boys loved it. The campsite is isolated and a great place to watch the moon and stars.
Ben I.
October 18, 2024
Site 1
Light pollution and train horns
Campsite is primitive as advertised, bit of a dirt road and as the description says a 4wd is recommended. Perfectly comfortable place to pitch a tent for the night.
However, the host fails to mention that this site is next to rail tracks that have freight trains running every 20-30 minutes and a level crossing where they blow their train horns.
Additionally the host claims there is no light pollution from a city which is technically true if you ignore the violently bright truck stop clearly visible on the horizon.
Richie W.doesn't recommend
October 11, 2024
Site 1
No roads
Beautiful property and great land for camping, but not accessible without a 4x4 vehicle with some clearance. The roads don’t go all the way through and we left because our car couldnt make it.
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