Most of the remainder of public lands are open to dispersed camping, as long as it does not conflict with other authorized uses or in areas posted "closed to camping," or in some way adversely affects wildlife species or natural resources. RV Parks Near Me Top Searched States with RV Parks Arizona California Colorado Florida Georgia New Mexico Oregon Texas Utah Washington; RV PARKS VIEW ALL Best RV Parks – 2019 Campers Choice Awards Golf Courses with RV Camping. When I explored the area I regretted that decision. Dispersed Campsite. If you go left there are some really cool campsites but the road is so long and rocky I would only recommend it for vans, small trailers, and good clearance vehicles. Critters: We were on the lookout for snakes but didn't see any. Had great, service with AT&T and Verizon. Getting to this location is NOT for the faint-o-heart, but once you are here... amazing! It's a wonderful area. Campgrounds in Marble Canyon Arizona: Campendium has 60 reviews of Marble Canyon RV parks, state parks and national parks making it your best Marble Canyon RV camping resource. There may also be opportunities to see California condors, please do not approach or try to feed these magnificent birds. Verizon 4G/LTE. That first dip when you turn off of the paved road is no joke. Fifty Amp. Camping is prohibited within 100ft/30m (100 yards for pack animals) of all water sources. Only two other campers in the area that I could see and there was enough room to spread out so that we couldn’t even see them by the time we found our spot. Scout road be... Road traffic was barely noticeable most of the time. more. If passable and you are small and self-contained with enough clearance getting there is good. I would imagine there may be more spots beyond this. Bugs weren't bad, but they are there. They can be contacted via phone at for pricing, directions, reservations and more. It is the single most beautiful place I have ever stayed. Single family sites are first come, first serve, while two group sites ca… Quite a way down the (well maintained) gravel road, but we are in a truck, so no trouble at all. We had our pick of spots, but as we arrived after dark, we settled into the 2nd site along the cliffs. Particularly, I remember a nice spot near the sign, past the first rough patch of rocks, if you don’t want to go any further. Credit Cards Accepted. Luckily, the wind died down to a gentle breeze (great for a warm summer night) after an hour or so and never picked back up. We did find a large scorpion under our tent when packing it up, so as this is desert terrain, be sure to make sure shake out your gear that sits on the ground. Overview Q&A Cell Service; Reviews (16) Amenities Overview of Forest Road 611 East Rim Dispersed Camping. The road is definitely pretty rough. Besides the bad road and limited access, the campsite was beautiful with the Vermilion Cliffs on one side and the insane canyon and colorado river on the other. Accessibility is not guaranteed, always scout ahead before driving down dirt roads. There are no signs marking this area that can be seen from Highway 89A - luckily we had just enough of a cell signal (Tmobile) to reference the map marking the spot on the Campendium app. Many RV adventurers are upgrading to lithium batteries because they're a superior alternative to traditional lead-acid batteries. I have a 36' TT, is there plenty of space for a big rig? The Kaibab National Forest contains seven official campgrounds that range from developed to primitive. Hours not available. Had a few deeper mud puddles just before the campsites, This review is the opinion of a Campendium member and not of Campendium.com, Well off the beaten path, perfect spot for a few days of solitude. There is one in a wash rig... There is no place Where you can turn around. There are places to turn around (if you lose hope), and some 6-8 pull-out places to camp along the roadway. The "left" road has some rocky areas - 4 wheel drive is not necessary, but good clearance will help. Either the person who paid $5/night is mistaken or they were robbed. 1.3m members in the CampingandHiking community. Connecting road to east side is narrow and rutted, Need to have plenty of clearance for anything towed. Access is located from a dirt turnout with a large dip immediately after leaving the highway. Max Length 25 ft. Max Stay 14. Culturally significant Paint Pots Interpretive Trail is located a few Km south of the campground. Gardner Canyon Rd. I've only driven through on the way to Zion but it's a really cool place. Wheelchair Accessible. There are two sites, east and west. Be the first to add a video for Soap Creek Dispersed Camping! See 3 traveler reviews, 20 photos and blog posts. Become a Campendium Supporter and enjoy ad-free browsing plus bonus features! Full Hookup . Stateline Campground - BLM in Marble Canyon is rated 0.0 of 10 at Campground Reviews. We did have some road noise ... Equipment: Tent. This is a beautiful campsite, but is part of the Marble Canyon Area of Critical Environmental Concern. AT&T 4G/LTE. Please select a reason for flagging this item: © 2020 Campendium Inc. All rights reserved. I heard about this spot from a ranger at the North Rim. Vehicle: Hyundai Rogue Minimum 20 … Stayed here overnight on a recent fly fishing trip to nearby Lee's Ferry. We're excited to return when temps are cooler and hope to spend more time exploring the cliffs and surroundings nearby. more. Dispersed camping in a national forest is allowed and free, provided you follow the rules above. Designated Group sites accommodate more. I didn’t camp here since the photos uploaded where of the open areas with no trees. A free, dispersed campsite south of the Grand Canyon in the Kaibab National Forest No facilities at all. It was beautiful and secluded. Rough road coming in. I heard about this spot from a ranger at the North Rim. Dirt road forks and I took the road to the right. Have you written a blog post about Soap Creek Dispersed Camping? Forest comes within 100 yards of the canyon edge. There is a near constant cool breeze even when it's very hot so I stay pretty cool inside. I think there are 4 total spots to the right. more. We pulled our 25’ Airstream all the way to the end-loop. Both are easily accessible for big trailers. The first spot is about a hundred yards from the road in an arroyo. West is most wind-exposed, east has trees to shelter from west winds. Plenty of cell service at the edge of the canyon. Camping at the Canyon is very popular, and spots fill up fast. You will pass it on the way to your connecting road. Its boondocking on the side of a butte in the partial shade … 2 reviews. Plenty of room as there where 3 campers set up there. Which means the closest area of the Park is the North Rim. We had excellent cell service while there, plus Joshua Trees, and great views. Once you get to the canyon edge, there are a couple sites that are across the road from each other. See a complete list of fees . Group Camping - Temporarily Closed Group size limits are in place for camping in campgrounds or in the backcountry. There is one in a wash right when you come in the gate, one across from the experimental area, one on the hill up from the experimental area, on way down the road on the side of the experimental area. I stayed there last in early Oct 2019 Before the snow and road closures. The GPS coordinates are: 36.785154, -118.969439. Usable Unusable … It was beautiful and secluded. Dispersed Campsite is located at Gardner Canyon Road Sonoita, AZ 85637. If you g... There are several spots out here but you do have to drive beyond the student experimental area. There is a good place to turn around at the end if you go all the way. Yavapai Campground – Granite Basin … This CG is very convenient to hiking, including Stanley Glacier, as well as Marble Canyon and the Paint Pots. The coordinates were very accurate and took us right to the gate. Site: Canyon Edge - 2nd site The view is spectacular beyond belief. There was NO one else at this location when we stayed there, so we had our pick of spots. North Rim, Arizona. The night was pitch black, absolutely quiet, and the stars were plentiful - we really had a enjoyable and relaxing night of sleep. Went all the way to the end and took the last campsite as far away from the road as I could get. It is the single most beautiful place I have ever stayed. We did have some road noise from big trucks about every 15 mins or so. Accessibility is not guaranteed, always scout ahead before driving down dirt roads. Based on 3 reports. Luna Lake Campground. The road just inside the gate makes a sharp right turn, and is slow going almost all the way. The RV area, just 0.5 miles from I … If you got left instead, there is a large spot just before the Marble Canyon sign. You will pass it on the way to your connecting road. This was by far one of the coolest places I’ve ever camped. The coordinates were very a... Open and close the gate behind you and take the fork to the left. Rate it! As the Kaibab National Forest website states: "Marble Viewpoint offers a spectacular, panoramic view of House Rock Valley, Vermilion Cliffs, Marble Canyon, North Canyon and Saddle Mountain Wilderness." Pulled in, opened the gate, and went to the right. We love this spot and will absolutely camp here again. Last Price Paid: $0. You don’t need four wheel drive, but high clearance is a must. Right on the canyon edge! We arrived after dark so we had to rely on other Campendium reviews to make sure we were in the right ... North Rim does not appear to have FCFS camping other than in the national forest which will not be near the canyon rim. more. Soap Creek Dispersed Camping, Marble Canyon Arizona. The road in is gravel and (if I remember correctly) approximately 20 miles from a Highway 67. This was a quiet, amazing campsite. This spot is worth the views as this is one of the most beautiful spots in all of AZ in our opinion! Management. Can’t say enough about this place. I have been camping for many years and did not know it was called boondocking. Stateline Campground - BLM in Marble Canyon, Utah: 0 reviews, 0 photos, & 0 tips from fellow RVers. Beautiful sunset and sunrise! This was by far one of the coolest places I’ve ever camped. It's a 30 min drive to Banff and Lake Louise (in Banff NP) and 60 min to Radium Hot Springs. I rolled our bikes out to this pinnacle area (60 feet from our site) ... Marble View Dispersed Camping. 219 is aspen lined and with all the wind there is subject to blow downs and possible mud. Four designated camping areas plus more than 20 designated dispersed campsites. Even in July, it was chilly at night. Learn more: Boondocking 101. We were there a few weeks ago, and we only saw a couple people the whole time we were there. Plenty of cell access to make calls, check email, and browse, but I'm not sure I would plan to get important work done while here. We were on an 11-day National Park trip and this was by far my favorite site we stayed. We had 3-4 bars of Tmobile service and were able to facetime with family back in Phoenix without trouble. This campsite is absolutely beautiful, but if you don’t have a rig that can travel down 12 miles of a not very well maintained gravel road then don’t even consider this campsite. Season Start Late Spring. But definitely some awesome spots/views overlooking the Colorado river along that side! Can’t say enough about this place. Parking. And this is the best option for dispersed camping near Black Canyon if you don’t have 4WD and want to stay in beautiful surroundings. more. There is a good place to turn around at the end if you go all the way. Excellent base camp for the network of trails that serve KNP high country as well as the self guided interpretive trail along the deep gorge that is Marble Canyon. more. In campground with designated sites: Maximum of 8 people per individual designated site; maximum of 2 tents per site. Other than folks leaving their dog waste behind, this place is pretty clean. Camping: Dispersed camping is permitted beginning 8mi (13km) from Stovepipe Wells on Cottonwood Marble Road. It is also very windy. Will we get hung up? Remember to close the barb wire gate to keep the ranchers happy. In Sepember 2018, we stayed in our Motorhome at Marble Canyon in … On the South Rim, in the Tusayan Ranger District, the Ten-X Campground is a great choice. To book or learn more, call 1-877-RESERVE (1-877-737-3783), or reserve online. I miss Arizona so much. Accessibility is not guaranteed, always scout ahead before driving down dirt roads. While most associate the town of Quartzsite, located in the Sonoran Desert, when someone mentions dispersed camping in Arizona, dispersed camping opportunities also exist along the lofty north rim of the Grand Canyon, the forested flanks of 12,637-foot Humphreys Peak, and the Chiricahua Mountains just north of the US-Mexico border. I tent camp and drive a 2 wd pickup so had no issues getting around. At the fork, we went left to the cliffs. Free Dispersed Camping Near Red Rock Canyon. Could see why some may not want to risk it... All Central Arizona Campgrounds Flagstaff Area Campgrounds Grand Canyon – Northeast Campgrounds Payson – Mogollon Rim Campgrounds Prescott Campgrounds Sedona Campgrounds Western Arizona Campgrounds White Mountains Campgrounds. 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