Top 5 Luxury Camping Destinations in Arizona

Arizona is basically made for luxury camping. You get those big wide open skies, dramatic red rock scenery, and the kind of sunsets that make you stop mid sentence just to stare.

If you want the outdoor vibe without roughing it, these spots give you the best of both worlds: real nature, real views, and the comfort level turned way up. Think plush beds, private bathrooms, climate control, and porches made for slow coffee mornings.

Arizona is the kind of place where you can fall asleep under a blanket of stars and still wake up in a real bed with coffee, comfort, and jaw dropping views right outside your tent.

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Under Canvas is one of those “wow, this is still camping?” experiences. You’re close to Grand Canyon National Park, but when you come back to camp, it feels like a boutique stay in the desert with the stars putting on the nightly show.

Accomodations:

  • Stargazer Tent
    • Private bathrooms with a shower, sink, and full flush toilet.
    • Night sky viewing above the bed
    • King size Bed
    • Private deck with lounge chairs
    • Wood-burning stove
  • Suite Style Tents 
    • Bedroom wing with King size Bed
    • Lounge area with Queen sofa bed
    • Private bathroom
    • Private deck with chairs
    • Wood-burning stove
  • Safari Tent
    • Bedroom wing with King bed
    • Shared bathroom near tent
    • Wood burning stove

Amenities & Activities:

  • On-site Dining
  • Fire Pit and S'mores
  • Organic Bath Products
  • Pet Friendly
  • Horseback Riding
  • Jeep Safari 
  • Group Kayaking
  • Guided Hike

Nearby Attractions:

If you’re here, the Grand Canyon is the obvious must do, but it’s also a great base for scenic drives, viewpoints, and day trips around Northern Arizona.

Backland is for the person who wants quiet luxury and nature immersion without sacrificing comfort. It’s set on a huge private property surrounded by national forest, so it feels secluded and peaceful in a way that’s hard to find near major bucket list destinations.

Accomodations:

  • Nature Suites:
    • Climate controlled
    • En-suite bathrooms
    • Plush Linens
    • Panoramic Windows
    • Continental Breakfast
    • Outdoor Patio

Amenities & Activities:

  • Star Gazing
  • Frisbee Golf
  • A Pond with a Beach
  • Fire Pit with  S'mores
  • Private Grand Canyon Tour

Nearby Attractions:

Williams is a fun Route 66 town, and you’re within reach of Grand Canyon adventures while still sleeping in a quieter forest setting. There are also several local wineries in nearby Sedona. And Arizona's Premier Wildlife Park (Bearizona) is only 20 minutes from Backland. 

If you want a Sedona trip but you also want something more fun than a hotel, Verde Ranch is a really solid pick. It’s close enough to do red rock days, but the property itself is a destination too. The property features full hook-up RV sites, furnished cabins, glamping units, and tons of all-season amenities. 

Accomodations:

  • Conestoga Wagons
    • Western themed covered wagon
    • King Bed and 1 Bunk
    • Soft Bedding
    • Small Refrigerator
    • A/C and heater
    • WIFI
    • 2 Adirondack Chairs
  • Luxury Safari Tents
    • Ensuite bathrooms 
    • Small refrigerator
    • A/C and Heater
    • WIFI
    • Porch

Amenities & Activities:

  • Splash Pad
  • Hot Tubs
  • Heated Pool
  • Pickleball
  • Arcade
  • Sluice Mining for Gemstones

Nearby Attractions:

Sedona is an easy day trip for hiking, scenic drives, and those iconic photo stops. You’re also close to Camp Verde area attractions like Montezuma Castle National Monument. For wine enthusiasts, there is also the Verde Valley Wine Trail in the area 

This one is special because it blends luxury camping with cultural experience. Shash Dine is a Native owned working ranch on Navajo Nation land near Page, and the setting is pure desert magic.

Accomodations:

  •  Canvas Bell Tents
  • Restored Sheepherder Wagons
  • Traditional  Navajo Hogans

Amenities & Activities:

  • “Hikers” breakfast 
  • Authentic Ranch Setting
  • Hiking

Nearby Attractions:

You’re in prime territory for Lake Powell, Zion National Park, and Antelope Canyon day trips, which makes this a fun “home base” if you want to explore the Page area.

If your dream is sleeping near giant saguaros and waking up to quiet desert stillness, this is the vibe. It’s luxury tent camping in the Sonoran Desert, with comfort built in so you can focus on the experience.

Accomodations:

  •  Luxury Tents (for couples or families)
    • Plush Linens
    • King size Bed
    • Ensuite Bathrooms with hot showers 
    • Coffee Maker
    • Mini Fridge
    • Daily Breakfast

Amenities & Activities:

  • Hiking Trails
  • Guided Desert Walks
  • Guided Archery Sessions
  • Fire Pit Evenings

Nearby Attractions:

Saguaro National Park is the obvious highlight, plus Tucson area favorites like Sabino Canyon and the Arizona Sonora Desert Museum.

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