Arizona campground guide

State Park / State Forest

Lost Dutchman State Park Campground

Near Apache Junction, Arizona: $28–$35/night, rigs to 60 ft. Open Year-round. Book 12 months ahead via AZ State Parks portal.

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State Park / State Forest

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Near Apache Junction, Arizona

RV-friendly
Tent camping

How much does camping at Lost Dutchman State Park Campground cost, and when is it open?

Lost Dutchman State Park Campground near Apache Junction, Arizona (State Park / State Forest) — camping fee $28–$35/night, season Year-round, RV size limit Up to 60 ft. Reservations: 12 months ahead via AZ State Parks portal — book direct through the official channel.

The numbers

Fee range

$28–$35/night

Season open

Year-round

RV size limit

Up to 60 ft

Reservation window

12 months ahead via AZ State Parks portal

The insider read

What the copy-paste guides miss

Superstition Mountain rises 3,000 ft directly above camp — alpenglow at sunset 10 minutes earlier than the published time as the cliff face catches first light. Avoid June-Sept (110°F+); Nov-March is the sweet spot.

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On site

Water + electric
Showers
Pets allowed
Fire rings
Dump station

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Before you go

Arizona rules

Verified 2026-05-10

Rental tax: 8.30%
Min driver age: 21+ · 25+ Class A
Gravel roads: Allowed
Generator quiet hours: 22:00-08:00
Alcohol in cabin: No open container
Dump station: Standard

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