Best camping near Cave Creek
22 campgrounds · 22 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · 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 22 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Ironwood Campground
Fair
16.9 mi away
· Muggy night · low 74°F· Hot day · high 100°F· No active weather warnings
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 79: live conditions (fair) · 27 things to do within 15 mi
79Top-rated
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#2
Cave Creek Rec Area
Fair
7.0 mi away
· Hot night · low 82°F· Hot day · high 102°F· No active weather warnings
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 77: live conditions (fair) · 53 things to do within 15 mi
77Top-rated
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#3
Box Bar Dispersed
Fair
17.1 mi away
· Muggy night · low 74°F· Hot day · high 100°F· No active weather warnings
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 79: live conditions (fair) · 21 things to do within 15 mi
79Top-rated
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#4
McDowell Mountain
Fair
17.3 mi away
· Muggy night · low 74°F· Hot day · high 100°F· No active weather warnings
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 79: live conditions (fair) · 39 things to do within 15 mi
79Top-rated
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#5
Box Bar
Fair
17.4 mi away
· Muggy night · low 74°F· Hot day · high 100°F· No active weather warnings
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 79: live conditions (fair) · 21 things to do within 15 mi
79Top-rated
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#6
Bronco Trailhead Dispersed
Good
6.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 65°F· Hot day · high 97°F· No active weather warnings
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 74: live conditions (good) · 13 things to do within 15 mi
74Top-rated
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#7
Ocotillo Rec and Boating Site Dispersed
Good
12.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 65°F· Hot day · high 97°F· No active weather warnings
Ocotillo Rec and Boating Site is a dispersed camping area located in the state of Arizona. This campground offers basic amenities such as vault toilets and picnic tables, but does…
Why 68: live conditions (good) · 10 things to do within 15 mi
68Top-rated
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#8
Mesquite Campground
Good
12.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 65°F· Hot day · high 97°F· No active weather warnings
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 68: live conditions (good) · 10 things to do within 15 mi
68Top-rated
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#9
Mesquite Dispersed Camping
Good
12.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 65°F· Hot day · high 97°F· No active weather warnings
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 68: live conditions (good) · 10 things to do within 15 mi
68Top-rated
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#10
Horseshoe Dispersed Camping
Good
13.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 65°F· Hot day · high 97°F· No active weather warnings
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…
Why 68: live conditions (good) · 10 things to do within 15 mi
68Top-rated
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#11
Catfish Point Dispersed Camping Area
Good
13.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 65°F· Hot day · high 97°F· No active weather warnings
Catfish Point Dispersed Camping Area is a fantastic camping destination located in Arizona. This camping area offers a serene and natural setting for campers to enjoy. As a…
Why 68: live conditions (good) · 10 things to do within 15 mi
68Top-rated
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#12
Juniper Dispersed Camping Area
Good
7.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 65°F· Hot day · high 97°F· No active weather warnings
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 62: live conditions (good) · 7 things to do within 15 mi
62Solid
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#13
Civilian Conservation Corps Campground
Good
6.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 65°F· Hot day · high 97°F· No active weather warnings
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 60: live conditions (good) · 6 things to do within 15 mi
60Solid
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#14
Juniper Dispersed
Good
7.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 65°F· Hot day · high 97°F· No active weather warnings
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 60: live conditions (good) · 6 things to do within 15 mi
60Solid
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#15
Cave Creek Campground
Good
7.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 65°F· Hot day · high 97°F· No active weather warnings
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…
Why 60: live conditions (good) · 6 things to do within 15 mi
60Solid
Camping near Cave Creek
The Cave Creek area has 22 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
How are these campgrounds ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
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