Top Campgrounds near Apache Junction
135 campgrounds 473 available sites Counts cover all campgrounds matching this search, across all pages. Sites are active listed accommodations; availability for your dates must be checked separately. Destination inventory statistics are refreshed daily.
Campground / RV park
Leaf Verde
Campground / RV park
Boulders OHV Staging Area
The Boulders OHV Staging Area is a popular spot for off-highway vehicle enthusiasts, offering over 200 mi of backcountry roads and trails in the scenic Upper Sonoran Desert. The semi-primitive area spans over 10 acres for camping and features a va...
Campground / RV park
Timber Camp Recreation Area and Group Campgrounds
Timber Camp Recreation Area is a popular family and group campground located in Tonto National Forest. It provides both day-use sites and overnight camping options. The area is well-suited for recreational activities.
Campground / RV park
South Maricopa Mountains Wilderness Area
The South Maricopa Mountains Wilderness Area spans 60,100 acres in southwestern Maricopa County, Arizona, featuring diverse landscapes within the Sonoran Desert National Monument. It includes 13 mi of the Maricopa Mountain range, offering opportun...
Campground / RV park
Buckeye Equestrian & Event Center
Campground / RV park
North Maricopa Mountains Wilderness Area
The North Maricopa Mountains Wilderness Area spans 63,200 acres in the Sonoran Desert National Monument, located in southwestern Maricopa County. It offers opportunities for solitude and outdoor activities like hiking, camping, and wildlife observ...
Campground / RV park
Houston Mesa
Houston Mesa Campground is situated in Tonto National Forest, just north of Payson, Arizona, and offers family, equestrian, and tent-only campsites. Visitors can enjoy various outdoor activities, including hiking and horseback riding on nearby tra...
Campground / RV park
Margies Cove West Campground
Margies Cove West Campground, situated in the Sonoran Desert National Monument, offers day-use parking for ten vehicles, three primitive campsites with picnic tables and fire rings, and a vault toilet. There is no water available at the site. The ...
Campground / RV park
Ponderosa Campground
Campground / RV park
Ponderosa (AZ)
Ponderosa Campground is located within the expansive Tonto National Forest, known for its towering pines and rolling forests in northern Arizona. As the fifth-largest forest in the U.S., Tonto attracts around 5.8 million visitors each year. Its bo...
Campground / RV park
Horsethief Cabin
Horsethief Cabin, located in the Bradshaw Mountains of Prescott National Forest at over 6 ft, was originally built in 1939 for Forest Service crews. After falling into disuse by the 1980s, it has been remodeled and now serves as a rental cabin for...
Campground / RV park
Turney Gulch Group
Turney Gulch is a scenic camping site in Prescott National Forest, accommodating up to 100 people and 30 vehicles. Located near Horse Thief Lake, it offers activities like hunting, fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing. Reservations can be made on...
Campground / RV park
Christopher Creek Campground
Campground / RV park
Sharp Creek
Sharp Creek is a small campground in central Arizona, celebrated for its pleasant temperatures and beautiful scenery. It offers tent-only, family, and group sites to cater to diverse visitors. The area is ideal for outdoor recreation.
Campground / RV park
Sycamore Cabin
Sycamore Cabin provides a unique recreation opportunity and lodging experience for visitors to Prescott National Forest. In 1938, the Civilian Conservation Corps constructed the cabin, which served as a residence for the district ranger and later,...
Campground / RV park
Leaf Verde
Campground / RV park
Boulders OHV Staging Area
The Boulders OHV Staging Area is a popular spot for off-highway vehicle enthusiasts, offering over 200 mi of backcountry roads and trails in the scenic Upper Sonoran Desert. The semi-primitive area spans over 10 acres for camping and features a va...
Campground / RV park
Timber Camp Recreation Area and Group Campgrounds
Timber Camp Recreation Area is a popular family and group campground located in Tonto National Forest. It provides both day-use sites and overnight camping options. The area is well-suited for recreational activities.
Campground / RV park
South Maricopa Mountains Wilderness Area
The South Maricopa Mountains Wilderness Area spans 60,100 acres in southwestern Maricopa County, Arizona, featuring diverse landscapes within the Sonoran Desert National Monument. It includes 13 mi of the Maricopa Mountain range, offering opportun...
Campground / RV park
Buckeye Equestrian & Event Center
Campground / RV park
North Maricopa Mountains Wilderness Area
The North Maricopa Mountains Wilderness Area spans 63,200 acres in the Sonoran Desert National Monument, located in southwestern Maricopa County. It offers opportunities for solitude and outdoor activities like hiking, camping, and wildlife observ...
Campground / RV park
Houston Mesa
Houston Mesa Campground is situated in Tonto National Forest, just north of Payson, Arizona, and offers family, equestrian, and tent-only campsites. Visitors can enjoy various outdoor activities, including hiking and horseback riding on nearby tra...
Campground / RV park
Margies Cove West Campground
Margies Cove West Campground, situated in the Sonoran Desert National Monument, offers day-use parking for ten vehicles, three primitive campsites with picnic tables and fire rings, and a vault toilet. There is no water available at the site. The ...
Campground / RV park
Ponderosa Campground
Campground / RV park
Ponderosa (AZ)
Ponderosa Campground is located within the expansive Tonto National Forest, known for its towering pines and rolling forests in northern Arizona. As the fifth-largest forest in the U.S., Tonto attracts around 5.8 million visitors each year. Its bo...
Campground / RV park
Horsethief Cabin
Horsethief Cabin, located in the Bradshaw Mountains of Prescott National Forest at over 6 ft, was originally built in 1939 for Forest Service crews. After falling into disuse by the 1980s, it has been remodeled and now serves as a rental cabin for...
Campground / RV park
Turney Gulch Group
Turney Gulch is a scenic camping site in Prescott National Forest, accommodating up to 100 people and 30 vehicles. Located near Horse Thief Lake, it offers activities like hunting, fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing. Reservations can be made on...
Campground / RV park
Christopher Creek Campground
Campground / RV park
Sharp Creek
Sharp Creek is a small campground in central Arizona, celebrated for its pleasant temperatures and beautiful scenery. It offers tent-only, family, and group sites to cater to diverse visitors. The area is ideal for outdoor recreation.
Campground / RV park
Sycamore Cabin
Sycamore Cabin provides a unique recreation opportunity and lodging experience for visitors to Prescott National Forest. In 1938, the Civilian Conservation Corps constructed the cabin, which served as a residence for the district ranger and later,...
Apache Junction, Arizona
List your campground or RV park
Reach thousands of outdoor enthusiasts by listing your property on OutReserve.
- Free to get started
- Get paid fast
- Dedicated support
About Apache Junction, Arizona
Set at the base of the Superstition Mountains, Apache Junction is a handy base for camping near Lost Dutchman State Park, Tonto National Forest, and Canyon Lake. Campgrounds and RV parks around Apache Junction offer easy access to desert trails, rugged peaks, and wide-open saguaro vistas, making it a solid launch point for hiking, photography, and starry-night skies.
Choose from 128 outdoor stays near Apache Junction, with average rates around $69 per night and options from $56 to $165. The area tends to favor RV parks, with tent sites and limited cabin availability nearby. Many travelers target the cooler months for comfortable days on the trail, while summer heat calls for early starts and plenty of water. Reserve ahead for popular weekends and check desert road and trail conditions before you go.
Find your perfect stay
The best deals for public & private campgrounds
Check availability & reserve your stay directly
Protect yourself from severe weather events
Frequently Asked Questions
Apache Junction has 135 campgrounds and RV parks listed on OutReserve, ranging from full-hookup RV sites to rustic tent camping. Based on guest ratings, Christopher Creek Campground is one of the top-rated options. Use our map view to find the closest options to the city center or your preferred area.
Campgrounds near Apache Junction vary in distance from the city center. Use our map view to filter by location and find the most convenient option for your trip.
Many campgrounds near Apache Junction welcome pets. Sharp Creek is a great pet-friendly option. Use the pet-friendly filter on our search page to find more properties that accommodate your furry companions.
Most destinations offer a variety of accommodations including tent sites, RV sites, cabins, yurts, and glamping options. Check individual property listings for specific amenities and site types.
The best time to visit depends on your preferences and planned activities. Spring and fall typically offer mild weather and fewer crowds, while summer is peak season with the warmest temperatures. Winter visits can be great for those seeking solitude and winter activities.