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Burro Creek (BLM)
Overview
Overview
Burro Creek Campground is a quintessential desert oasis managed by the Bureau of Land Management, located in the rugged terrain of western Arizona. This site offers a rustic, back-to-basics camping experience that appeals to travelers looking to trade crowded commercial parks for the serenity of the high desert. It is a stunning spot where dramatic canyon walls meet the riparian beauty of a perennial stream, providing a peaceful escape from the modern hustle.
Location & Surroundings
Situated near Wikieup, Arizona, the campground is tucked away along the banks of Burro Creek, roughly halfway between Kingman and Wickenburg. The setting is dominated by striking volcanic rock formations and lush vegetation that contrasts beautifully with the surrounding arid landscape. Travelers will appreciate the remote feel of this location, which serves as a scenic waypoint for those traversing the historic Highway 93 corridor through the heart of the Sonoran Desert.
Amenities & Park Features
This is a primitive-style campground designed for self-contained vehicles, offering essential campsite facilities including vault toilets and picnic tables. While there are no utility hookups available, the site provides a true off-grid atmosphere for those who enjoy dry camping. Each site offers a unique perspective of the canyon, and the grounds are well-maintained by the BLM, ensuring a clean and accessible space for tents and RVs of various sizes.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
The primary draw of this area is the opportunity for outdoor recreation and wildlife watching. Visitors often spend their days hiking the trails that wind through the canyon or exploring the creek beds to spot native bird species and desert wildlife. The area is also a popular destination for those interested in photography and geology, as the unique mineral deposits and shifting shadows against the rock walls provide endless inspiration for amateur and professional photographers alike.
Who This Park Is Best For
Burro Creek is perfect for independent boondockers and nature enthusiasts who value solitude and natural scenery over luxury amenities. It is an excellent choice for travelers who are fully self-contained and seek a quiet night under a vast, star-filled sky. If you prefer a tranquil desert environment where you can listen to the sounds of nature rather than highway noise or RV neighbors, this BLM gem will likely be a highlight of your Arizona journey.
Features & Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
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- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Facility
- Hunting Nearby (within 20 miles)
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
Reviews
Jerry Pasquarello
Awesome place but you gotta understand its almost in Nothing and there is nothing there . But bathrooms an a cool spot to hike around. Pack it in pack it out but has trash cans
Dean Henthorn
We were passing through on a motorcycle trip. The place is small, the sites are flat and well groomed. Its a self pay and there is a full time park person. Its $14 a night and they only take exact cash so be prepared. Bathrooms are large and clean. Dont know if they had showers. I dont think so but not 100% sure.
Brit Anderson
I liked this place until you try to sleep in a tent. Very noisy all night with highway traffic. Yes it is beautiful and restrooms are nice with running water. I even seen large turtles in the water while paddle boarding. A lot of cow poop too and yes their are burros and they are loud as well.
Laurie Littlefield Wells
Beautiful little campground, big rig friendly! Two restroom sites. Views are stunning. Totally dry camping. ADA friendly too! Just a couple miles off the main road 93. Watch for Burro Creek Campground signs! Camp host is always available.
Charlie Hendrix
Sorry, HATED this campground. The road in is crap. Crap with an 8% grade right into the campgrounds. Full gain on my rig, brake pedal to the floor and HOT. Not a great way to start. The creek was disgusting; mud and algae. We were really looking forward to that creek. It was in the 80s in February. I can't imagine how hot the rest of the year would be. There's NO potable water. You're supposed to drive in on that grade with your tanks full. The sites are so close together I had an allergy attack because our neighbors were perfumed so heavily they could have supplied an entire prom. You get to breathe in the neighbors campfire smoke as well. Couldn't leave fast enough.