Craggy Wash Dispersed Camping
BLM
Write a Review Hwy 95 Lake Havasu City, AZ 86406 928-505-1200 Official WebsiteGPS: 34.5935, -114.3619
Overview of Craggy Wash Dispersed Camping
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Last Price Paid: $0
Reported by Deucecoupe on 3/26/2023
Longest RV Reported: 43 feet (Toy Hauler Fifth Wheel)
Reported by Mike & Nancy on 2/15/2021
Pad Type gravel
Elevation 853 ft / 259 m
Max Stay 14
Tent Camping Yes







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Reviews of Craggy Wash Dispersed Camping 61 people have reviewed this location.
“Nice spot with great ohv access.”
Reviewed 3/26/2023
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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Days stayed: | 4 |
Great spot to explore from. Only problem were the inconsiderate off roaders that ignored the 15mph speed limit. Nobody bothered us while here and Frank the camp host was friendly and kept the trash reasonably picked up. He also stayed on top of the 14 day limit, recording vehicles and issuing permits. Verizon was almost non existent a... more
Great spot to explore from. Only problem were the inconsiderate off roaders that ignored the 15mph speed limit. Nobody bothered us while here and Frank the camp host was friendly and kept the trash reasonably picked up. He also stayed on top of the 14 day limit, recording vehicles and issuing permits.
Verizon was almost non existent at the 2.5 mile mark where we set up. Easy in, though there are oil pan knockers for low clearance vehicles to watch for (most are painted red.)
Deucecoupe would stay here again
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“Nice spot with great ohv access.”
Reviewed 3/26/2023
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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Days stayed: | 4 |
Great spot to explore from. Only problem were the inconsiderate off roaders that ignored the 15mph speed limit. Nobody bothered us while here and Frank the camp host was friendly and kept the trash reasonably picked up. He also stayed on top of the 14 day limit, recording vehicles and issuing permits. Verizon was almost non existent a... more
Great spot to explore from. Only problem were the inconsiderate off roaders that ignored the 15mph speed limit. Nobody bothered us while here and Frank the camp host was friendly and kept the trash reasonably picked up. He also stayed on top of the 14 day limit, recording vehicles and issuing permits.
Verizon was almost non existent at the 2.5 mile mark where we set up. Easy in, though there are oil pan knockers for low clearance vehicles to watch for (most are painted red.)
Deucecoupe would stay here again
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“Loved It!”
Reviewed 2/26/2023
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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Days stayed: | 14 |
First of all the camp host was a huge help with information and keeping the place clean. We stayed right at the 2 mi marker. We took the truck further but would not take our camper past 2.5. Very rough. Great path to walk. Friendly people. In town we found Smiths grocery had best diesel price and wood. They also had free water. Not sur... more
First of all the camp host was a huge help with information and keeping the place clean. We stayed right at the 2 mi marker. We took the truck further but would not take our camper past 2.5. Very rough. Great path to walk. Friendly people. In town we found Smiths grocery had best diesel price and wood. They also had free water. Not sure if it’s potable. DO NOT buy circle K wood. We dumped at the end of our stay at Lake Havasu State Park for $15. Recommend Hangar 24 for great food microbrew and live music. If OHVs annoy you, you may not like this place at all. The locals are not respectful of the speed limit and dust. We didn’t mind too much because you gotta expect that in BLM camping.
SBoysen would stay here again
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Reviewed 2/25/2023
Days stayed: | 14 |
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Great area just outside town. Walmart about 2 miles away, most restaurants and other shopping is about 9 miles away. Fantastic Verizon coverage 5g in the lower part of the wash and 4g with 10-20 mbps in the rest. Lots of spots even for big rigs, easy to turn around up till about mile 3 then the road turns into an ATV trail. Walmart h... more
Great area just outside town. Walmart about 2 miles away, most restaurants and other shopping is about 9 miles away. Fantastic Verizon coverage 5g in the lower part of the wash and 4g with 10-20 mbps in the rest.
Lots of spots even for big rigs, easy to turn around up till about mile 3 then the road turns into an ATV trail.
Walmart had water for 26 cents a gallon, Food city was 25 cents.
Tim Jacob would stay here again
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“Love this place!”
Reviewed 2/17/2023
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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Days stayed: | 12 |
Site Number: | 3 miles in |
This is my 2nd time staying at Craggy Wash. This time I also have Starlink so it’s great to have internet and be able to watch TV, etc. I have a favorite spot which is very private so I can just let the dogs out to run without them bothering anyone. It’s only about 4-5 miles to Walmart for supplies and 8-9 miles to downtown Lake H... more
This is my 2nd time staying at Craggy Wash. This time I also have Starlink so it’s great to have internet and be able to watch TV, etc. I have a favorite spot which is very private so I can just let the dogs out to run without them bothering anyone.
It’s only about 4-5 miles to Walmart for supplies and 8-9 miles to downtown Lake Havasu City (London Bridge).
There was significant trash at the campsite so I picked that up so that when I leave, the site will be tidy for the next person. Plenty of dry firewood to pick up and take back to the site. No need to bring it.
ColtarKDM would stay here again
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“ VERY CLOSE TO WALMART AND TOWN”
Reviewed 2/12/2023
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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Days stayed: | 14 |
Site Number: | 0 |
Beautiful camping but best elevated up above the road. The ATV's and OTV'S are not considerate of the speed limit or the dust they kick up so everything will get covered in fine then dust unless you keep windows and doors closed. And don't breathe, HA. But lots of walking/hiking available. People are relatively nice when meeting. It is... more
Beautiful camping but best elevated up above the road. The ATV's and OTV'S are not considerate of the speed limit or the dust they kick up so everything will get covered in fine then dust unless you keep windows and doors closed. And don't breathe, HA. But lots of walking/hiking available. People are relatively nice when meeting. It is for the most part quiet...a with a few inconsiderate generator users. Worth it to stay here
Karen would stay here again
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“Very Nice”
Reviewed 2/7/2023
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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Days stayed: | 5 |
I don’t get the bad reviews. Maybe it was trashed in the past, but someone has been cleaning up. I saw one abandoned camper at the beginning of the camping area with no one camped around it, but the canyon goes back for a long ways and there are plenty of spots. There was also one tire by the road and I thought someone had set it there... more
I don’t get the bad reviews. Maybe it was trashed in the past, but someone has been cleaning up. I saw one abandoned camper at the beginning of the camping area with no one camped around it, but the canyon goes back for a long ways and there are plenty of spots. There was also one tire by the road and I thought someone had set it there for garbage pickup in the future. There was no trash near our spot. The road is good enough for my 38’ class A with a toad. It is a scenic area compared to other boondock areas around Lake Havasu, as most others are gravel pit looking spots. We were there the last of January 2023. Walmart is close, we watched the football game at the Hangar bar at the airport, which is very near.
Golf Mom would stay here again
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“Don't go. The road is in a road and there's a abandoned fifth wheel there. Stay away”
Reviewed 1/30/2023
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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All I can say is stay away. The road is in a road. Besides, for washboard and just major holes, it's also Sandy and spots. But the abandoned fifth wheeler trailer that's been gutted does not add to the aviance of the site. Stay away
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“Quiet, dispersed and safe! Gorgeous Sunsets!”
Reviewed 1/24/2023
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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Days stayed: | 14 |
We stayed 14 nights 3 miles in on the gravel road. Only one short area was washboard, otherwise smooth road. There is a camphost here during the winter who is a great asset to this area. He is friendly, has LOTS of great information and does keep a good eye on those camping here. Very few "permanent" campers here. Apparently the camp h... more
We stayed 14 nights 3 miles in on the gravel road. Only one short area was washboard, otherwise smooth road. There is a camphost here during the winter who is a great asset to this area. He is friendly, has LOTS of great information and does keep a good eye on those camping here. Very few "permanent" campers here. Apparently the camp host and a large number of Rangers came through and evicted those who had greatly overstayed and were allowing garbage to spread. From 1/9/23-1/23/23, it was very empty as far down as we drove. It would be a bit tough to take our rig past the "Y" where we turned right. Lots of car, van and tent campers farther in. Not much trouble with OHV noise. Very few came to the right at the "Y", there were more OHV roads straight on. We highly recommend this area at this time of year. We did experience a wind advisory for several days and we had solid clouds and lots of rain for 4 days. That was a solar power challenge for a bit. Oh, if you are a Geocacher...there are MANY around this area. Hubby has put in about 16 miles of hiking and found most of them! We grabbed 8 giant, heavy Mil garbage bags from the Host and cleaned up some campsites, got some sun and enjoyed our time, knowing someone would really enjoy those sites now! Overall...one of our favorites, Lake Havasu has anything you might want or need.
Exploringatlast would stay here again
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“Classic boondocking experience - it does get crowded!”
Reviewed 11/10/2022
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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Days stayed: | 12 |
I can understand the previous comments in regards to questionable residents, but honestly I spoke with a lot of the more permanent campers and they were friendly and harmless. When I was staying there the ranger did come by for what seemed like the first time in a while and gave warning of the 14 day limit. This may start eliminating t... more
I can understand the previous comments in regards to questionable residents, but honestly I spoke with a lot of the more permanent campers and they were friendly and harmless. When I was staying there the ranger did come by for what seemed like the first time in a while and gave warning of the 14 day limit. This may start eliminating that too. The trash is pretty disappointing. Overall, it was a good experience here. Pretty average boondocking site. Quiet, good stargazing. Good cell service. It was very crowded, but still easy to find a place to post up. Apparently two campers passed away in the exact same spot only two weeks apart, so choose your spots wisely if you’re superstitious! 15 minute drive to Safeway where you can also get water. You can dump at the state park, but not portable waste tanks, they require you to bring your rig if you want to use the dump. Kind of silly but dem the rules. I’d definitely camp here again when visiting.
kelley welch would stay here again
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“They had the road blocked at the place my GPS told me to turn. Not sure if there's another way in?”
Reviewed 4/29/2018
No review...I couldn't access it.
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“not very clean without a good host !!”
Reviewed 3/15/2018
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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Days stayed: | 12 |
Last year there was a good hardworking couple who hosted and really kept it clean but this year it is totally dirty and no one is cleaning it up or keeping folks moving
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“the place is a mess”
Reviewed 3/14/2018
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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Days stayed: | 12 |
we were disappointed in how messy this place is. They need a host who cares about cleaning it up. The hosts don't seem to care this year at all
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“Merry Christmas”
Reviewed 1/8/2017
We have camped in Craggy Wash for about 7 seasons now & have always enjoyed our visit. However, on Christmas day 2016 as we were attempting to enter Craggy Wash, we encountered a new, white haired old woman camp host with an overzealous attitude who refused our admission because she thought that she had seen us camped at another nearb... more
We have camped in Craggy Wash for about 7 seasons now & have always enjoyed our visit. However, on Christmas day 2016 as we were attempting to enter Craggy Wash, we encountered a new, white haired old woman camp host with an overzealous attitude who refused our admission because she thought that she had seen us camped at another nearby BLM campground recently. She also wrongly accused us of not picking up after our dogs. All these years we have always made a point to pick up after our dogs!
Therefore, I believe there needs to be a rating for camp host attitude which would perhaps eliminate people with this gestapo type attitude from having any authority over OUR PUBLIC LANDS.
It appears there are postings on this website by the camp host to be the same person & attitude that we encountered and if so, I sincerely hope for the sake of future campers enjoyment, she reads & fully understands the BLM rules and regulations & not just her personal misguided interpretation and chooses NOT to return next winter
To this camp host I say "hope you had a Merry Christmas" as you surely dampened ours!
Gary would stay here again
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noted 2/1/2023
My wife and I used to boondock here 2014-2018 and found it clean and safe. We were in the area Jan. of 2019 and the place was a wretched dump. Squatters camps, abandoned and decrepit shells of what was an rv. Garbage strewn about, drug paraphernalia and a general look of filth.
I have just read two recent reports (Jan 2023) of the area, one positive with a full time host and a cleanup of the garbage. The other report is similar to our 2019 experience of disarray.
This was a gem years ago but like anything else, the few destroy it for the rest.
I hope that the reported change is correct and underway. Happy boondocking and safe trails.
noted 2/1/2023
My wife and I used to boondock here 2014-2018 and found it clean and safe. We were in the area Jan. of 2019 and the place was a wretched dump. Squatters camps, abandoned and decrepit shells of what was an rv. Garbage strewn about, drug paraphernalia and a general look of filth.
I have just read two recent reports (Jan 2023) of the area, one positive with a full time host and a cleanup of the garbage. The other report is similar to our 2019 experience of disarray.
This was a gem years ago but like anything else, the few destroy it for the rest.
I hope that the reported change is correct and underway. Happy boondocking and safe trails.
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