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Birch Creek Wild and Scenic River

Campground · Federal agency · Alaska

Free campsiteOvernight allowedNot reported

Birch Creek Wild and Scenic River flows from the windswept ridges and alpine tundra of the Steese National Conservation Area into the broad expanse of the Yukon Flats in central Alaska. The river offers one-week float trips notable not only for scenery and remoteness but for c

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Salmon Lake Campground

Campground · Unknown manager · Alaska

Free campsiteOvernight allowedNot reported

The Salmon Lake Campground is located on the shores of Salmon Lake, one of the northernmost spawning areas for Sockeye salmon in Alaska. The campground is approximately 40 miles north of Nome, Alaska, and is accessed by a one mile gravel road off the Nome-Kougarok Highway. A sign on the Highway directs visitors to t

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Bear Canyon Lake and Camping Area

Campground · Federal agency · Arizona

Free campsiteOvernight allowedNot reported

A beautiful, narrow, canyon-bound lake, accessible by foot trail only, Bear Canyon Lake is one of several in a series of fishing lakes built by Arizona Game and Fish Department. Despite being several miles down a dirt road and having few amenities, it draws many visitors. The partially develope

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Black Canyon National Recreation Trail

Dispersed camping area · Federal agency · Arizona

Free campsiteOvernight allowedNot reported

The 80-mile Black Canyon Trail provides visitors with a long-range backcountry trail riding, mountain biking, and hiking opportunity. This historic National Recreation Trail is of national significance, following a route used since the times of prehistoric Native American travelers and traders. This trail provides a

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Blue Crossing Campground

Campground · Federal agency · Arizona

Free campsiteOvernight allowedNot reported

Located near the riverside at 6200' elevation within the beautiful Blue River Valley, Blue Crossing Campground is a perfect choice for a peaceful, rustic camping experience in a beautiful setting well off the beaten path. It also provides a convenient base camp for anyone seeking to explore the Blue Range P

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Chevelon Canyon Lake Campground

Campground · Federal agency · Arizona

Free campsiteOvernight allowedNot reported

The campground is a fishing area with a picnic ground situated in a mixture of ponderosa pine, juniper and pinyon pine. Chevelon Canyon offers spectacular views and opportunities for hiking and fishing. NO trash collection available. This is a Pack-it-in / Pack-it-out area. Take your trash with you w

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Christmas Recreation Site

Campground · Federal agency · Arizona

Free campsiteOvernight allowedNot reported

The Christmas Recreation Site is along the Gila River approximately 6½ miles upstream from the Town of Winkelman, and 3½ miles upstream from the Shores Recreation Site . The site is minimally developed to provide access for river-related recreation o

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Coal Creek Campground

Campground · Federal agency · Arizona

Free campsiteOvernight allowedNot reported

This small campground, set under large ponderosa pine and oak trees, is conveniently located near the Arizona/New Mexico state line. It is a popular rest stop for travelers on AZ Hwy 78. Coal Creek flows nearby seasonally.

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Fr 237 Camping Area

Dispersed camping area · Federal agency · Arizona

Free campsiteOvernight allowedNot reported

Dispersed Camping Area. Vault Toilet located at Willow Springs Loop Trailhead along FR 237.

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