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Camping for wildlife watching and birding in Arizona
131 camps in Arizona that list wildlife watching and birding or mention it in their description. The best camping months are May–Oct, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In July expect highs near 85°F and lows near 58°F.
Best areas for wildlife watching and birding
- Around Fort Valley19 camps for wildlife watching and birding within 25 miles
- Around Eagar14 camps for wildlife watching and birding within 25 miles
- Around Chino Valley13 camps for wildlife watching and birding within 25 miles
- Around Young12 camps for wildlife watching and birding within 25 miles
- Around Sunizona8 camps for wildlife watching and birding within 25 miles
Questions
How many campgrounds in Arizona are good for wildlife watching and birding?
131 camps that list wildlife watching and birding or mention it in their description; 6 of them are free.
When is the best time to go?
The best camping months are May–Oct, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In July expect highs near 85°F and lows near 58°F.
What else can you do there?
Of these camps, 83% also offer hiking, 62% also offer fishing, 53% also offer biking.
Every camp, with a 3D fly-over, weather, cell signal and the drive.
Open wildlife & birding in ArizonaThis week's picks
A different handful each week.
Half Moon RanchFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalHalf Moon Ranch is a ranch style house located in East Cochise Stronghold in the Dragoon Mountains of the Coronado National Forest, approximately 1-1/2 hours east of Tucson. The house is…
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GraylingFederal campground · Reservable · 9,062 ft · No cell signalGrayling Campground offers perhaps the most secluded sites in the Big Lake Recreation Area in eastern Arizona. It sits on the shoreline of the lake in a mixed conifer and aspen forest and…
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Aspen (Az)Federal campground · Reservable · Cell signalAspen Campground is a scenic hideaway for anglers, boaters, families and photographers, located in north central Arizona near Heber and Payson. It sits in a dense pine and aspen area forest…
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Hilltop Campground (Az)Federal campground · Reservable · Cell signalHilltop Campground is located in the Prescott Basin at 5,712 feet in elevation and just over three miles south of Hwy 69 and east of Walker Road. Campers will appreciate the mild weather…
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CalabasasFederal campground · Reservable · 4,081 ft · Cell signalCalabasas Group Campground is a place for groups of up to 250 people to enjoy scenery and privacy in a remote, natural setting. Weddings, family reunions and other social gatherings are…
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Rose CanyonFederal campground · Reservable · 7,080 ft · Cell signalRose Canyon Campground is just 17 miles northeast of Tucson, Arizona, off the Catalina Highway Scenic Drive near the summit of Mt. Lemmon. This area is popular for day use as well as…
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Little Elden Springs HorsecampFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalLittle Elden Springs Horse Camp is a campground that was created for those who love horses and enjoy riding in a beautiful landscape. Located in the Coconino National Forest of northern…
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Groom Creek SchoolhouseFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalBuilt in 1902, this historic schoolhouse and adjacent picnic area in Arizona's Prescott National Forest may be reserved for day use for groups of up to 60 people. The facility offers a…
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Free camps for wildlife watching and birding
- Airplane Flat CampgroundDispersed / primitive · Free · No cell signal
Airplane Flat campground is in an open stand of mature Ponderosa pine. Canyon Creek is known for its trout fishing. Wildlife includes: Abert squirrel, black bear, mountain lion, elk, turkey…
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Kentucky Camp Cabin And Headquarters BuildingFederal campground · Free · Cell signalKentucky Camp Cabin and Headquarters is located in the Santa Rita Mountains near Sonoita, Arizona in the Coronado National Forest. The five adobe buildings originally served as headquarters…
View camp →- Colcord Ridge CampgroundDispersed / primitive · Free · Cell signal
Situated within a mixed forest of Ponderosa pine, white and Douglas fir, Colcord Ridge is a great place to go during the hot summer months. Trout fishing is available -- 5 miles to the east…
View camp → - Wing Mountain Dispersed CampingDispersed / primitive · Free · Cell signal
Looking for a camping spot in the woods with easy access to some of the Flagstaff area's fantastic trails and recreation opportunities along US 180? The Wing Mountain area southwest of the…
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