Best camping near Cave Creek
22 campgrounds · 22 ranked · updated 2026-07-13 · 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
Cave Creek Rec Area
Fair
7.0 mi away
· Hot night · low 82°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Hot day · high 101°F
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 76: live conditions (fair) · 54 things to do within 15 mi
76Top-rated
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#2
Ironwood Campground
Fair
16.9 mi away
· Muggy night · low 75°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Hot day · high 100°F
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 76: live conditions (fair) · 29 things to do within 15 mi
76Top-rated
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#3
Box Bar Dispersed
Fair
17.1 mi away
· Muggy night · low 75°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Hot day · high 100°F
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 76: live conditions (fair) · 23 things to do within 15 mi
76Top-rated
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#4
McDowell Mountain
Fair
17.3 mi away
· Muggy night · low 75°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Hot day · high 100°F
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 76: live conditions (fair) · 41 things to do within 15 mi
76Top-rated
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#5
Box Bar
Fair
17.4 mi away
· Muggy night · low 75°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Hot day · high 100°F
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 76: live conditions (fair) · 23 things to do within 15 mi
76Top-rated
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#6
Bronco Trailhead Dispersed
Fair
6.5 mi away
· Warm night · low 72°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Hot day · high 97°F
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 70: live conditions (fair) · 15 things to do within 15 mi
70Top-rated
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#7
Ocotillo Rec and Boating Site Dispersed
Fair
12.3 mi away
· Warm night · low 72°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Hot day · high 97°F
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 64: live conditions (fair) · 12 things to do within 15 mi
64Solid
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#8
Mesquite Campground
Fair
12.7 mi away
· Warm night · low 72°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Hot day · high 97°F
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 64: live conditions (fair) · 12 things to do within 15 mi
64Solid
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#9
Mesquite Dispersed Camping
Fair
12.7 mi away
· Warm night · low 72°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Hot day · high 97°F
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 64: live conditions (fair) · 12 things to do within 15 mi
64Solid
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#10
Horseshoe Dispersed Camping
Fair
13.2 mi away
· Warm night · low 72°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Hot day · high 97°F
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 64: live conditions (fair) · 12 things to do within 15 mi
64Solid
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#11
Catfish Point Dispersed Camping Area
Fair
13.7 mi away
· Warm night · low 72°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Hot day · high 97°F
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 64: live conditions (fair) · 12 things to do within 15 mi
64Solid
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#12
Bartlett Flat
Fair
15.9 mi away
· Muggy night · low 75°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Hot day · high 100°F
Bartlett Flat camping area is a popular destination located in Arizona. It offers various amenities to ensure a comfortable camping experience. The campground provides picnic…
Why 59: live conditions (fair) · 11 things to do within 15 mi
59Solid
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#13
Rverside
Fair
16.0 mi away
· Muggy night · low 75°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Hot day · high 100°F
Riverside Camping Area is a stunning campground located in the state of Arizona. Situated along the banks of a picturesque river, it offers a peaceful and serene atmosphere for…
Why 59: live conditions (fair) · 11 things to do within 15 mi
59Solid
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#14
Juniper Dispersed Camping Area
Fair
7.3 mi away
· Warm night · low 72°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Hot day · high 97°F
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 57: live conditions (fair) · 8 things to do within 15 mi
57Solid
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#15
Bartlett Flat Dispersed
Fair
16.7 mi away
· Warm night · low 71°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Hot day · high 97°F
Bartlett Flat Dispersed camping area is located in the state of Arizona and offers a serene camping experience for outdoor enthusiasts. The campground is known for its secluded…
Why 57: live conditions (fair) · 9 things to do within 15 mi
57Solid
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?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.