5 Amazing Campgrounds In Arizona With Availability For July 4th Weekend
If "camp more work less" is your motto, prepare for the ultimate trip. As Fourth of July approaches, these Arizona campgrounds still have availability if you want to escape the city and enjoy the great outdoors. Life's better by the campfire, right?
Grab all of your essentials, your favorite person, and head out of town for a getaway in nature.
From lakeside views and towering cacti to remote sites, there's a variety to choose from. And with availability from July 3 - July 5, you'll have an entire weekend to celebrate and rejuvenate.
All that you have to do now is decide which one you'll run off to.
Alamo Lake State Park
Price Per Night: $15+
Address: Alamo Road, Wenden, AZ
Why You Need To Go: You can pitch a tent around the humanmade lake and indulge in water sports by day.
Homolovi State Park
Price Per Night: $18+
Address: AZ-87, Winslow, AZ
Why You Need To Go: Seeped in history, this spot is home to cultural sites that you can visit and learn about.
Kartchner Caverns State Park
Price Per Night: $30+
Address: 2980 S. Hwy 90, Benson, AZ
Why You Need To Go: You can put up a tent or bring an RV for more of a glamping trip. By day, you can explore nearby trails and by night, stargaze.
Lost Dutchman State Park
Price Per Night: $25+
Address: 6109 N. Apache Trail, Apache Junction, AZ
Why You Need To Go: Every site has a picnic table and fire pit for telling scary campfire stories and roasting s' mores.
Picacho Peak State Park
Price Per Night: $30+
Address: 15520 Picacho Peak Rd., Picacho, AZ
Why You Need To Go: During spring, you can find fields of blooming flowers that offer stunning floral views.
It looks like your weekend plans are set.
We strongly advise that before you go swimming or visit any location, you check the most recent updates on potential hazards, security, water quality, and closures. If you do plan to visit a location, respect the environment.
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