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I didn’t expect much from a parking lot off a highway but it totally delivered.
I stayed 3 days, which is max, towards the back by the trailhead. Beautiful view of the mountains around me! Back here I barely heard highway traffic.
Many other RVers and vanlifers were here too. As well as day hikers and mountain bikers during the day.
I felt safe staying here as a solo traveler.
The 2nd day I hiked Jim Creek trail which is out and back 8 miles. Beautiful hike!! Rated moderate do most can do it. Saw moose on the trail, my first! Be aware they will follow you to be sure you leave the area - a little scary but just give them space and they were cool.
I full time rv and this will be one I come back to. Hiking, mountain biking, outdoor stuff to do. Cute cafe 3 miles down called Moon Frog - definitely try it out. Safeway (grocery) is just 5 miles away. Town looked cute but I didn’t visit.
Good spot for a rest and some outdoor fun.

I had been traveling from Organ Pipe to Tombstone and needed dump and potable water. There were dump sites but none had water. I’m so thankful for Merrigan’s! They have both and for free! If in the Tucson area I’ll be contacting them for my rv needs.
Easy in and out. No prob.
Side note : the gas in this area is about $.25 cheaper than off Hwy 10. When you’re filling an rv that’s a big difference!

I got the State Land Trust permit. Was here in our truck and camper trailer for 4 days. Went into town for groceries and found Mohave County Sheriff came by to get campers out. No more camping here. ☹️ Also, be aware the BLM camp spots in the area are strictly being enforced at the 14 day limit.

On my way to the Bay Area to visit family I stayed here 1 night. The office was closed (there is someone around for campers though) so you find a spot, park and then pay. I chose one up against the back fence, #70, which had a nice grassy section.

For 1 night this place is nice. The sites are tight yet some have shade and/or grass. Though very close to busy highway 5 it's surprisingly quiet. The campground is quiet as well. You're close to gas and food.

My back in site was level on a gravel ground. There's parking if you have a vehicle on cement at the site.

The wifi was pretty good, I streamed YouTube videos. This was a surprise since without a booster I usually get spotty wifi at RV parks.

I'd stay here again when I come to visit friends and family in the area.

After searching for boondocking in the area with no luck (all the spots were taken that could hold my RV), I gave up and searched for inexpensive locations to stay for the night. Target Tree fit the description at $20 a night.

I meant to stay just 1 night since I generally boondcock and not used to paying for spots yet this one was so pretty I stayed an extra day.

I drove in mid afternoon in July, looked for a spot and paid my fees. The camp host soon stopped by to greet me and mark my site as paid, he was very friendly.

The sites are very clean. And so is the campground. I did have to level my 26' Class C a bit but no problem.

There are short hikes in the area, which I love! I was warned of bear activity so keep in mind safety if you venture out.

I noticed all kinds of campers from tent to large RV - all are welcome! And it was quiet considering the park was full.

I'd camp here again. Happy Trails!

Confirming this location is closed until 2025 (I believe) due to construction and there is no access to the camping. I cruised by January 3, 2023 and I couldn't access the road. Ended up staying just up the road at Vulture Peak State Trust Land.

Just a quick update for 2022.
There is a drop box for payment. We paid $18 for a night. There are varying prices, please see images I added.
Nice little stop for a night. Quiet. Clean. Near Yellowstone River. Bring bug spray for mosquitos, they’re really hungry here.
Got in no problem with 26’ class C but if it rains I’d probably not try to navigate the road.

Stayed November 2022. It's fully open.

Be ready for a trek to get here, especially up the dirt road the last few miles BUT it's all worth it! I took my 26 foot class C RV up, just go slow.

I took the tour with Jamie, she was awesome! Answered all my questions and more. There are wolf-dog hybrids, fox, dingo and even singing dogs! What a wonderful place to visit and camp!

After my tour I paid to stay overnight. I do have to say the camping was less than impressive. It's dry camping (no hookups or facilities) but I expected that.

What I didn't expect is that there really wasn't many places to park overnight that wasn't on tall, dead grass. There's a circular camp area where you can park anywhere. I found one pullout right off the loop that was clear of grass and level. Later in the day 2 travel trailers came by and simply parked on the tall, dry grassy area. I don't know if my RV would get in there. Their website does suggest 4x4 to access the camping. I could access the camp without it but to technically camp you may need it if the one spot I got into is taken. I'd call first.

This sounds like a negative review but it's not, I had a blast and would have parked anywhere there to hear the wolves all night HOWLING! What an experience!! So beautiful!

Overall, I just have the one issue and that is I wish they managed the campground better. But the rest of the experience was amazing!!