Main Campground

Star4.50
134 reviews
Main Campground
Scenic ViewsGreat Hiking

Quick Facts

2,070 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Reservable

Sites

135 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Has Service

Pets

Pets Allowed

RV FriendlyElectricShowers

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Campsite Fees
Campsite reservations: $3.60 non-refundable reservation fee per campsite. Park entrance fees: per vehicle (1 person) $10.00; per vehicle (2-4 people)...
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Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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What Campers Say

4.50

Recommended

Based on 134 reviews

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"Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, praising spectacular Superstition Mountain views, well‑maintained facilities, direct trail access, and friendly staff; occasional complaints note heat in summer, limited privacy at some sites, and crowded/fully booked conditions in peak season."

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Campground Map

Main Campground

Main Campground

33.4630, -111.4806

Nearby places
Apache Junction (nearest)
Mesa and Phoenix ~30 miles
Nearby supplies
Apache Junction

Best Time to Camp at Main Campground

This year-round destination truly shines from October through April, when daytime temperatures create perfect conditions for hiking, exploring, and lounging at your campsite under brilliant blue skies. Fall through early spring brings warm, comfortable days and cool evenings ideal for campfires, while summer turns up the heat considerably—those months are best left to heat-loving adventurers who don't mind triple-digit temperatures and are prepared with plenty of shade and water.

Summer(Jun-Aug)
2.0 / 5
Below Average

Arizona summers are very hot; desert camping is often uncomfortable during peak heat months.

Best
Fall(Sep-Nov)
5.0 / 5
Top 2% in AZ

Fall offers mild temps and prime conditions for hiking/biking in the desert mountains.

Spring(Mar-May)
5.0 / 5
Top 2% in AZ

Spring is ideal (pleasant temps, popular season) for desert hiking and views.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
4.0 / 5
Top 23% in AZ

Mild Arizona winters are favorable for camping and trail use; few closures noted.

Planning Tips
  • Operating Season: Park is open year-round

About Main Campground

Nestled at the base of the legendary Superstition Mountains, Lost Dutchman's main campground welcomes you with 135 sites that put you right at the doorstep of authentic Sonoran Desert adventure. Whether you choose a site with electric and water hookups or prefer a more rustic setup, you'll enjoy paved pads, picnic tables, and fire pits—all with those iconic mountain views as your backdrop, available year-round.
Includes paved RV and tent sites with a mix of hookup and non-hookup sites and designated group camping areas.
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Check-in
2:00 p.m.
Check-out
12:00 p.m.

Amenities available

Showers
Potable water
Electricity hookups
Flush toilets
Dump station
Fire rings

Activities you can enjoy

Day and overnight visitors use the campground as a base for hiking, wildlife viewing, photography, stargazing, and biking on nearby trails at the base of the Superstition Mountains.
HikingDirect trail access from the campground into the Superstition foothills, including routes toward Siphon Draw and park trails such as Treasure Loop.
Biking
Wildlife viewing
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Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsDesert conditions include extreme summer heat (seasonal hazard). Typical Sonoran Desert wildlife (e.g., snakes, scorpions) may be present (based on secondary sources).

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Reviews

4.5
134 reviews
Recommended
Recommended
Main Campground is recommended, placing it in the top 40% of campgrounds based on reviews
Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, praising spectacular Superstition Mountain views, well‑maintained facilities, direct trail access, and friendly staff; occasional complaints note heat in summer, limited privacy at some sites, and crowded/fully booked conditions in peak season.
Review Summaries
Based on 134 reviews

What Campers Love

Spectacular mountain views and desert scenery, clean and well‑maintained campsites with paved pads, picnic tables and fire rings, convenient trail access, helpful park staff, and generally usable...
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Based on 134 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Book early for peak season and mountain-view/electric sites; choose outer-edge sites for the best views; bring plenty of water and sun protection for desert conditions; tent campers should target...
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Based on 134 reviews

Camper Quotes

“Beautiful state park with great views, hiking, and camp hosts!” — “Give yourself time to set up camp, then walk around during sunset.”
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Last updated January 5, 2026
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