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Indian Bread Rocks Dispersed Camping
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Write a Review South Happy Camp Canyon Bowie, AZ 85605 928-348-4400 Official WebsiteGPS: 32.2387, -109.4997
Overview of Indian Bread Rocks Dispersed Camping
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Last Price Paid: $0
Reported by camper-790553 on 4/18/2023
Longest RV Reported: 39 feet (Toy Hauler Fifth Wheel)
Reported by KimberDon the Vagabonds on 3/10/2019
Pad Type dirt
Elevation 4,166 ft / 1,269 m
Max Stay 14
Tent Camping Yes
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To ask questions of the owner or manager please contact the campground directly. 928-348-4400
camper-776271 asked on 1/10/2023
Are the roads to Indian Bread Rocks fit for a RWD Tundra with a 17ft trailer? Its not a 4x4. Thanks!
Dan the Can asked on 1/25/2022
How long is the unpaved portion of road to get in here, and is lower clearance vehicle safe to drive on it? Our Trava...
Reviews of Indian Bread Rocks Dispersed Camping 112 people have reviewed this location.
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Last reported 4/18/2023
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Last reported 1/2/2023
“Not The Easiest To Get To But Sooo Worth It”
Reviewed 4/18/2023
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| Days stayed: | 7 |
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The road has some narrow areas and lots of wash boards, it got to be concerning a few times but we kept going and all I can say is WOW. This is beautiful back here and the weather is nice and breezy at about 80 to 88 degrees. Only staying for a week but if we are ever back this way would stop here again! Lots of space and my mind insta... more
The road has some narrow areas and lots of wash boards, it got to be concerning a few times but we kept going and all I can say is WOW. This is beautiful back here and the weather is nice and breezy at about 80 to 88 degrees. Only staying for a week but if we are ever back this way would stop here again! Lots of space and my mind instantly relaxed!
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camper-790553 would stay here again
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“March 23/2023”
Reviewed 3/24/2023
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
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A lot of people still parked here even though high clearance recommended. I scraped my bike rack on way in, thinking I could make it if I go slow. Still, not sure it’s as bad anymore as last update. Uploaded pics with date stamps so everyone can see. Gorgeous landscape😍
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camper-781674 would stay here again
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“High Clearance required, but beautiful views”
Reviewed 3/13/2023
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| RV Length: | 32' (Travel Trailer) |
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The road to the site is good, but at the last cattle guard is washed out a bit and requires a high clearance rig that can turn tightly to get in. Heading up the road is decent, a bit narrow and slightly washed out but passable with a 21' trailer that sits 18" off the ground. Going up the hill affords some nice spots to back in and ... more
The road to the site is good, but at the last cattle guard is washed out a bit and requires a high clearance rig that can turn tightly to get in. Heading up the road is decent, a bit narrow and slightly washed out but passable with a 21' trailer that sits 18" off the ground.
Going up the hill affords some nice spots to back in and overlook the Bowie valley, but it's a bit sandy so requires 4wd for traction to get in/out.
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KSINSAC would stay here again
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“Stunning Rocks!”
Reviewed 2/16/2023
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| RV Length: | 29' (Fifth Wheel) |
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We stayed for two nights in a 29' 5th wheel and Ford F250. The road in had a bit of washboard, but not too bad. We set up camp near the entrance as I wasn't sure of the road conditions futher in. Hiking up later on, some of the main road has some pretty good washout, but I'm sure my rig could have gone further up with no problems. T... more
We stayed for two nights in a 29' 5th wheel and Ford F250.
The road in had a bit of washboard, but not too bad. We set up camp near the entrance as I wasn't sure of the road conditions futher in. Hiking up later on, some of the main road has some pretty good washout, but I'm sure my rig could have gone further up with no problems.
There were only three other campres there, so lots of sites available.
We did lots of hikes in hte rocks and tried to steer clear of the cows!
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canucks would stay here again
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“Road damage, small high clearance only”
Reviewed 2/11/2023
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| Days stayed: | 0 |
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There is significant road damage along the route and at this time only high clearance is recommended.
If you have a larger rig I recommended scouting the route first
Loving Every Mile would stay here again
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“Beautiful location”
Reviewed 1/10/2023
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
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About a 3-mile dirt road in, pretty wide, some washboard, but not too bad. The scenery in the area is spectacular. Plenty of hiking available. There's picnic tables and grills in a common area, plus a vault toilet. Was pretty quiet while I was there, though there were several other campers.
Verizon good.
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DKOP would stay here again
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“Awesome views,limited spots”
Reviewed 1/2/2023
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| Days stayed: | 3 |
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Views are great, but there really is limited spots for anyone with a trailer near the cliffs. I counted 8 spots that would fit a trailer past the picnic area. Roads are getting a little washed out so can be a bit bumpy.
Otherwise a great area to explore for a few days. Oh yea LOTS of cow patties!
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DeanandMel would stay here again
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“Nice Spot”
Reviewed 12/28/2022
| Days stayed: | 2 |
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Easy to find and right off I-10. Beautiful views and quiet. Drive in was relatively easy. Road was in on condition.
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Freedom would stay here again
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“Nice Desert Campground ”
Reviewed 11/15/2022
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| RV Length: | 12' (Pop Up Camper) |
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Had Seen Several Reviews On YouTube About This Area. Wasn’t Disappointed, Stayed For 3 Days. Dispersed Camping Throughout The Area. During The Week I Found A Spot Easily. Was Pretty Quiet During My Stay Though Others Were Also Camping. My Full Size Van Pulling A 10’ Trailer Had No Problem On The Park Roads. Was Concerned About Being Ab... more
Had Seen Several Reviews On YouTube About This Area. Wasn’t Disappointed, Stayed For 3 Days. Dispersed Camping Throughout The Area. During The Week I Found A Spot Easily. Was Pretty Quiet During My Stay Though Others Were Also Camping. My Full Size Van Pulling A 10’ Trailer Had No Problem On The Park Roads. Was Concerned About Being Able To Turn Around But Was Doable. I’m Self Contained So I Can’t Comment On The Vault Toilet. If You’re Camped Farther In It Would Be A Hike To Get To It. Cell Service Was Available. Nice Desert Campground, Can’t Beat The Price!
Bob would stay here again
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“Quiet Desert Stop”
Reviewed 10/8/2022
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| RV Length: | 15' (Pop Up Camper) |
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A few miles off I-10, a quiet place to stop or stay a couple days. There’s a vault toilet. Cattle graze in the campground. Not sure big rigs can fit in the sites and the dirt road coming in is bumpy. One other camper was here while I was here.
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Knitter99 would stay here again
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Amenities
Hookups
- dry camping
- Dispersed Camping
Recreation
- picnic area
- recreation trail
Facilities
- restrooms: vault
- trash
Pets
- pets
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