Best camping near Scottsdale
15 campgrounds · 15 ranked · updated 2026-07-13 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Scottsdale, 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 15 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
McDowell Mountain
Fair
11.0 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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#2
Phon D Sutton
Fair
12.7 mi away
· Muggy night · low 78°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Hot day · high 103°F
Phon D Sutton camping area, located in the state of Arizona, offers a range of amenities for campers to enjoy. The campground provides picnic tables, BBQ grills, and fire pits…
Why 76: live conditions (fair) · 59 things to do within 15 mi
76Top-rated
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#3
Ironwood Campground
Fair
13.1 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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#4
Coon Bluff Campground
Fair
13.4 mi away
· Muggy night · low 78°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Hot day · high 103°F
Coon Bluff Campground, located in Arizona, offers a delightful camping experience with various amenities for visitors. The campground provides picnic tables, fire rings, and…
Why 76: live conditions (fair) · 52 things to do within 15 mi
76Top-rated
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#5
Coon Bluff
Fair
13.5 mi away
· Muggy night · low 78°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Hot day · high 103°F
Coon Bluff camping area, located in Arizona, offers a serene and picturesque camping experience. Nestled along the Salt River, this campground provides a wide range of amenities…
Why 76: live conditions (fair) · 52 things to do within 15 mi
76Top-rated
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#6
Box Bar
Fair
16.2 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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#7
Box Bar Dispersed
Fair
16.3 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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#8
Regional Park - Usery Mt RA
Fair
16.6 mi away
· Muggy night · low 73°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Hot day · high 99°F
Regional Park - Usery Mountain Regional Park, located in Arizona, offers a scenic and well-equipped camping area for outdoor enthusiasts. The campground provides various amenities…
Why 76: live conditions (fair) · 52 things to do within 15 mi
76Top-rated
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#9
Usery Mountain
Fair
16.6 mi away
· Muggy night · low 73°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Hot day · high 99°F
Usery Mountain Camping Area is a highly popular camping spot that is nestled in the heart of the Tonto National Forest in Arizona. The area offers stunning views of the…
Why 76: live conditions (fair) · 53 things to do within 15 mi
76Top-rated
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#10
Usery Park Campground
Fair
16.6 mi away
· Muggy night · low 73°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Hot day · high 99°F
Usery Park Campground is located in Mesa, Arizona, and offers picturesque views of the surrounding Superstition Mountains. The campground is situated near the Tonto National…
Why 76: live conditions (fair) · 52 things to do within 15 mi
76Top-rated
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#11
Cholla Forest Primitive Group Camp
Fair
17.0 mi away
· Muggy night · low 73°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Hot day · high 99°F
Cholla Forest Primitive Group Camp camping area offers breathtaking views of the Sonoran Desert and the surrounding mountains. The campground has four primitive campsites that can…
Why 76: live conditions (fair) · 52 things to do within 15 mi
76Top-rated
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#12
Larry Forbis Group Site
Fair
17.6 mi away
· Muggy night · low 73°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Hot day · high 99°F
The Larry Forbis Group Site camping area, located in Arizona, offers a range of amenities for campers to enjoy. The campground provides picnic tables, fire rings, and grills for…
Why 76: live conditions (fair) · 26 things to do within 15 mi
76Top-rated
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#13
Bulldog Canyon Off-Highway Vehicle Area
Fair
18.1 mi away
· Muggy night · low 73°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Hot day · high 99°F
Bulldog Canyon Off Highway Vehicle Area is a first-come-first-serve camping area in Arizona. There are 10 primitive campsites available with no reservations required. The…
Why 76: live conditions (fair) · 31 things to do within 15 mi
76Top-rated
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#14
Cave Creek Rec Area
Fair
18.1 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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#15
Legacy Adventures Ministry, Inc
Fair
15.5 mi away
· Muggy night · low 78°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Hot day · high 103°F
Legacy Adventures Ministry Inc. Camping Area is located in the beautiful Arizona desert, boasting stunning views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. Within a short drive…
Why 75: live conditions (fair) · 151 things to do within 15 mi
75Top-rated
Camping near Scottsdale
The Scottsdale area has 15 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 Scottsdale
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.