Kerouac's Retreat

98%

97 reviews

· Williams, Coconino, Arizona · 30 acres

Hosted by James & Cara K.

RV/tent site

· 6 guests max

Best in Arizona: Finalist

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2023.

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 this Hipcamp.

All to yourself

98% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.

We are Northern Arizona locals living our best life on our off-grid retreat just south of one of the most beautiful places in the world (the Grand Canyon). We would love to share with you our passion for this place, the wildlife, its natural beauty, and its people! Our sites have all of your primitive basics covered. We are 25 miles to the canyon's rim, but very secluded. We are happy to help make your trip special. Please let us know if you need any tips on food, views, hikes, or things to do in general.This Site is perfect for a quick overnighter or a longer stay! Amazing night skies, beautiful high desert vistas, easy access, and simple comforts! We build our sites how we think we would enjoy them as campers, so it is easy for you to move right in and enjoy your visit! Trees provide shade where you need it the most; the site contains the perfect amount of privacy, so you feel like you're deep in the woods! Please let us know if you would like any advice to get the most out of your visit to beautiful Northern Arizona and the Grand Canyon. We are very knowledgeable about the region and Grand Canyon viewpoints and are happy to share all our knowledge with you! We are one of the closest Hipcamp locations to the Grand Canyon, less than 25 miles to the rim. 35 minutes to Willams, an hour to Flagstaff, and 1.5 hours to Sedona. Come and enjoy the perfect balance of convenience and privacy with amazing views!

RV details

Travel trailers, Pop-up campers, Class B RVs, Class C RVs, Campervans, and Cars allowed

Larger vehicles will fit, but the space gets tight

Vehicles under 35 feet allowed

If you are coming with a trailer or RV contact us so we can explain how to pull your vehicle in to best enjoy the spot. The directions to the spot change a little bit.

Pull-through site

If you are coming with a trailer or RV contact us so we can explain how to pull your vehicle in to best enjoy the spot. The directions to the spot change a little bit.

Accommodates slideouts

If you are coming with a trailer or RV contact us so we can explain how to pull your vehicle in to best enjoy the spot. The directions to the spot change a little bit.

Surface type: Grass or field

Surface levelness: Requires leveling

No Fifth wheels, Toy haulers, and Class A RVs

Larger vehicles will fit, but the space gets tight

Generators allowed

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

No sewage hookup

No TV hookup

What to expect

RV/tent site

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

6 guests max

Campfires allowed

Firewood provided, firepit, private. Gather your wood adventuring around the property. Or we will provide wood for an additional charge, select upon check-out. Do not cut branches from trees. We are in the Desert. Fire safety is critical. We provide water so you may douse the fires and shovels to stir and spread the embers to ensure the fire is dead. Do not smother the fire with dirt.

Pets allowed

Off leash. Our Pups are free-range. If you are bringing a dog, be sure to include that in your booking so we can be sure to have ours locked up to prevent an unfortunate meeting. Please clean up after your pup. There are shovels at each site for stirring fires. You can use it to scoop pup waste into the trees. Thank you. If you are afraid of dogs, this is not a suitable campsite for you.

No toilet; campers must bring camp toilets

Do not defecate on our property. If you are not self-contained or do not have a portable toilet, you may rent one from us. It is unsanitary for you to do your dirty business in a space shared with others. Even if you bury it, if not our dogs, the next campers' dogs will likely dig it up. Be responsible. We do not mind urinating in the trees.

Bins available

Trash bin

Picnic table present

No potable water

Bring your own water. We provide a 5-gallon bucket so you can put your fire dead-out

No showers

There are shower facilities for a fee at Raptor Ranch in Valle, or at the Mather Campground in the Park.

Cooking equipment absent

For Extra fee, subject to availability. See Add ons.

No wifi

Laundry absent

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 3:00 PM

Check out: Before 11:00 AM

On arrival: Head straight to site

Cancellation policy: Flexible

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 18 months out

Park at listing

No wheelchair access

Max 2 vehicles

2WD accessible

Our neighborhood roads are privately maintained by local property owners. After snow or heavy rains roads tend to gain potholes, especially the last quarter mile of Woodland Ranch. We have no issues in our Yaris (small economy car) Just take your time and avoid the holes :) 4WD may be needed in heavy snow or monsoon rains.

During your trip

Follow the

Leave it better

Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.

ExtrasAvailable at checkout

Firewood bundlegood

$5.00

You may collect your own firewood, but we will supply precut wood ready to burn if you select this option.

Extra Toilet Bagsrental

$3.00

Extra toilet bags for your portable toilet rental. Please plan for 1 bag per 2 people per day. Shiness in sharing or other personal restroom regimens may require more bags.

Portable Toiletrental

$5.00

Includes One Disposable bag per night of rental. Generally enough for two people. If camping with more persons or expect extra use during your stay, please add the additional bags you may need to your reservation. Toilet paper and hand sanitizer are included.

Camping Chairsrental

$5.00

Comfy and lightweight chairs with cup holders

Reviews

98% Recommend115 ratings · 97 reviews

Mike C.

1 year on Hipcamp

Recommends

· October 2023

23 ft Class C

Perfect spot for us to stop in and make the sunrise at the Grand Canyon the next morning. Site is only 30 min or so from the South Rim entrance

Regina S.

2 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· October 2023

A 10+ for location and tent site

Tent

Sunset view was amazing! Great location!!!! Perfect spot for tent and a tree to set up my shower below... Highly recommend!!! Thank you James & Cara!!!!

Ali A.

5 reviews

Recommends

· August 2023

Tent

We loved this camp site! We saw the Milky Way at night :) it’s right by the Grand Canyon! You should totally stay here if you have the chance.

Rachael K.

2 reviews

Recommends

· July 2023

Tent · With kids

Had a great stay! The site was as described and we really appreciated the amount of shady spots, hammock, trash can, and privacy curtain. The hosts had excellent recommentdations when asked and were very friendly. The instructions were very clear and easy to follow. We arrived after dark and didn't have trouble finding the site following the instructions. I highly recommend this host and will stay with them again when in the area!

Ben S.

6 reviews

Recommends

· July 2023

Tent · With kids

Great little piece of desert camping. Peaceful and out of the way.

Gabe M.

2 reviews

Recommends

· June 2023

27 ft travel trailer · With pets

Great location and campsite. We stayed overnight to get the Grand Canyon in on a long trip west. The location was perfect and the site was easy to find and get into. Clean, spacious, quiet - couldn’t ask for a better spot.

Location

Williams, Coconino, Arizona, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Hopitutskwa, Pueblos, Havasu Baaja (Havasupai), and Hualapai First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking