How do I access Sonoran Desert National Monument?

Sonoran Desert National Monument is a campground in Arizona. Fees range from $undefined to $undefined per night. First-come, first-served only.

What types of camping are available at Sonoran Desert National Monument?

Sonoran Desert National Monument supports tent camping, dispersed camping, rv camping.

Activity

Tent CampingDispersed CampingRV CampingPrimitive

Site Info

Dispersed CampingFirst Come, First Served

Amenities

Picnic TablesHiking TrailsPotable Water

Sonoran Desert National Monument

AZ · Dispersed Camping · BLM

Sonoran Desert National Monument is a dispersed camping Arizona. This primitive-level campground offers tent camping, dispersed camping, rv camping. Fees from $undefined to $undefined per night. Amenities include picnic tables, hiking trails, potable water.

At a Glance

Site Type

Dispersed Camping

Hookups

None

Experience

Primitive

Fees

Commercial, competitive, and large organized group events require a <a href="https://www.blm.gov/programs/recreation/permits-and-passes/special-recreation-permits" rel="nofollow">special recreation permit</a>. <a href="https://www.blm.gov/node/3943" rel="nofollow">Contact the monument office</a> for more information.Visits to the Sand Tank Mountains, located south of Interstate 8, require a <a href="https://bmgr.recaccess.com/" title="(opens in a new window)" rel="nofollow">Barry M. Goldwater Range permit</a>. These permits are only available online and not at the local Bureau of Land Management office.Recreational activities on any nearby state trust land <a href="https://land.az.gov/applications-permits" rel="nofollow">require a permit</a> from the State of Arizona.

Season

Year-Round

Pets

Unknown

Cell Service

none

No Cell Signal

Plan to be off-grid — download maps ahead of time

Verizon: noneAT&T: noneT-Mobile: none

About This Location

Experience a true primitive escape in the Sonoran Desert National Monument. Managed by the BLM, this rugged, off-grid destination offers dispersed camping among iconic saguaros and mountain ranges. Perfect for self-sufficient adventurers, the site provides basic amenities and year-round access to Arizona’s stunning, untrammeled wilderness and scenic hiking trails.

Immerse yourself in the raw beauty of the Sonoran Desert National Monument, a premier destination for those seeking a true primitive camping experience. Managed by the BLM, this vast landscape features iconic saguaro cactus forests and rugged terrain across the Maricopa, Sand Tank, and Table Top mountain ranges. Ideal for self-sufficient tent and RV campers, the site offers dispersed camping with basic amenities including picnic tables and hiking trails. While potable water is available, visitors should come prepared for a remote, off-grid adventure. Whether you are exploring the diverse desert flora or trekking mountain trails, this year-round monument provides an unforgettable escape into Arizona’s untrammeled wilderness.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I access Sonoran Desert National Monument?: Sonoran Desert National Monument is a campground in Arizona. Fees range from $undefined to $undefined per night. First-come, first-served only.
What types of camping are available at Sonoran Desert National Monument?: Sonoran Desert National Monument supports tent camping, dispersed camping, rv camping.
What amenities are at Sonoran Desert National Monument?: On-site amenities include picnic tables, hiking trails, potable water.

Location data: BLM · Weather: National Weather Service · Coordinates: 32.8487, -112.2967