Arizona
Learn about camping and boondocking in Arizona
Arizona Rest Area Map
This Arizona rest area map was compiled from a listing of rest areas published by the by the Arizona Department of Transportation, as well as from our own travels throughout Arizona's smaller highways. It also includes rest areas operated by other authorities.
Where Can You Camp for Free in Arizona?
There are a lot of places where you can camp for free in Arizona. Arizona has so much public land spread out across numerous state and federal agencies that it's very easy to find places to camp for free. Here's our list of 25 places...
Do You Need a Permit to Camp in Arizona?
The only two areas where you need a permit to camp in Arizona is on State Trust Land and on Cabeza Prieta National Wildlife Refuge. Aside from that, permits are not needed to camp anywhere else in Arizona. However, there are...
Arizona Rest Area Rules
Overnight parking at Arizona rest areas remains popular due to the state having few rules, and offering large parking areas. The laws and regulations found in this article were researched in state code and administrative rules.
Camping on Arizona State Trust Lands
The State of Arizona permits camping on most of its 9.4 million acres of State Trust Lands. Camping is not free, however. On the other hand, boondocking (dispersed camping) is allowed at a very reasonable cost. See "Recreational Permits" below.
