Best camping near Cave Creek

24 campgrounds · 24 ranked · updated 2026-08-02 · off-season

Explore the best camping near Cave Creek, Arizona — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.

Showing the top 15 of 24 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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Bronco Trailhead Dispersed
#1 Bronco Trailhead Dispersed Fair
6.5 mi away
· Warm night · low 72°F· Flood watch· Air quality / smoke advisory
Bronco Trailhead Dispersed Camping Area is located in Arizona and offers beautiful views of the surrounding mountains. The area is perfect for hiking, mountain biking, and…
Why 100: 28 things to do within 15 mi
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Civilian Conservation Corps Campground
#2 Civilian Conservation Corps Campground Fair
6.9 mi away
· Warm night · low 72°F· Flood watch· Air quality / smoke advisory
The Civilian Conservation Corps Campground is a beautiful camping area located in Arizona. This campground offers various amenities to ensure a comfortable camping experience…
Why 100: 20 things to do within 15 mi
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CCC
#3 CCC Fair
6.9 mi away
· Warm night · low 72°F· Flood watch· Air quality / smoke advisory
I don't have enough specific data about this campground to write an accurate description. The provided information only confirms it's a USFS campground near Anthem, Arizona, but…
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Cave Creek Rec Area
#4 Cave Creek Rec Area Marginal
7.0 mi away
· Hot night · low 86°F· Flood watch· Air quality / smoke advisory
Cave Creek Recreation Area is a picturesque camping area located in Arizona. The area features stunning natural views and opportunities for outdoor activities, including hiking…
Why 100: 73 things to do within 15 mi
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Juniper Dispersed
#5 Juniper Dispersed Fair
7.1 mi away
· Warm night · low 72°F· Flood watch· Air quality / smoke advisory
Juniper Dispersed Camping Area in Arizona offers free, first-come, first-served dispersed camping with no established campsites, reservations, or permits required. There are no…
Why 100: 20 things to do within 15 mi
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Cave Creek Campground
#6 Cave Creek Campground Fair
7.2 mi away
· Warm night · low 72°F· Flood watch· Air quality / smoke advisory
Cave Creek Campground is located in Arizona's Tonto National Forest and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains. There are plenty of activities nearby, including…
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Cave Creek Group Campground
#7 Cave Creek Group Campground Fair
7.2 mi away
· Warm night · low 72°F· Flood watch· Air quality / smoke advisory
Cave Creek Group Campground is located in the state of Arizona and offers a range of amenities for campers to enjoy. The campground provides picnic tables, fire rings, and vault…
Why 100: 20 things to do within 15 mi
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Juniper Dispersed Camping Area
#8 Juniper Dispersed Camping Area Fair
7.3 mi away
· Warm night · low 72°F· Flood watch· Air quality / smoke advisory
Juniper Dispersed Camping Area in Arizona offers free, first-come, first-served dispersed camping with no reservations or permits required. There are no established campsites, and…
Why 100: 21 things to do within 15 mi
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Ironwood Campground
#9 Ironwood Campground Marginal
16.9 mi away
· Hot night · low 81°F· Flood watch· Air quality / smoke advisory
Ironwood Campground is a picturesque camping area nestled in the state of Arizona. Located in a serene natural setting, this campground offers an array of amenities to ensure a…
Why 100: 46 things to do within 15 mi
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Box Bar Dispersed
#10 Box Bar Dispersed Marginal
17.1 mi away
· Hot night · low 81°F· Flood watch· Air quality / smoke advisory
Box Bar Dispersed Camping Area in Arizona offers a serene and peaceful camping experience with stunning views of the surrounding desert landscape. Nearby activities include…
Why 100: 31 things to do within 15 mi
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McDowell Mountain
#11 McDowell Mountain Marginal
17.3 mi away
· Hot night · low 81°F· Flood watch· Air quality / smoke advisory
The McDowell Mountain camping area, located in Arizona, offers a range of amenities for campers to enjoy. The campground provides developed campsites with picnic tables, fire…
Why 100: 60 things to do within 15 mi
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Box Bar
#12 Box Bar Marginal
17.4 mi away
· Hot night · low 81°F· Flood watch· Air quality / smoke advisory
Box Bar Camping Area in Arizona is a perfect place to enjoy the wilderness. Surrounded by mountain views, visitors can indulge in nearby activities such as hiking, fishing and…
Why 100: 31 things to do within 15 mi
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Mesquite Campground
#13 Mesquite Campground Fair
12.7 mi away
· Warm night · low 72°F· Flood watch· Air quality / smoke advisory
Located in the state of Arizona, Mesquite Campground is a popular camping area known for its scenic beauty and range of amenities. Situated amidst picturesque natural…
Why 80: 16 things to do within 15 mi
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Mesquite Dispersed Camping
#14 Mesquite Dispersed Camping Fair
12.7 mi away
· Warm night · low 72°F· Flood watch· Air quality / smoke advisory
The Mesquite Dispersed Camping area, located in Arizona, offers a serene camping experience for outdoor enthusiasts. Situated in a picturesque natural setting, it provides a…
Why 80: 16 things to do within 15 mi
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Horseshoe Dispersed Camping
#15 Horseshoe Dispersed Camping Fair
13.2 mi away
· Warm night · low 72°F· Flood watch· Air quality / smoke advisory
Horseshoe Dispersed Camping is a rustic campground located in the state of Arizona. This camping area offers an authentic outdoor experience, with minimal amenities. There are no…
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Camping near Cave Creek

The Cave Creek area has 24 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

How we rank the best camping near Cave Creek

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