At 6,993 feet, Nevado Ranch Camp has the best dark sky camping in Arizona.

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Property grounds
Microwave, stovetop, blender
Smart TV, printers
Miscellaneous
Outdoor dining

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Vernon, AZ
  • Rainbow Lake
    40 min drive
  • Pinetop Lakes Golf & Country Club
    43 min drive
  • Hon-Dah Casino
    48 min drive
  • Show Low, AZ (SOW-Show Low Regional)
    20 min drive

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About the area

Springerville

When you stay at this campground in Springerville, you'll be 7 minutes by car from Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest. .This campground is 18.5 mi (29.7 km) from Show Low Museum and 19.4 mi (31.2 km) from Pinetop Lakes Golf & Country Club.

What's nearby

  • Rainbow Lake - 40 min drive - 33.9 km
  • Unity of the White Mountains - 40 min drive - 34.7 km
  • Ponderosa Plaza - 43 min drive - 37.8 km
  • Pinetop Lakes Golf & Country Club - 43 min drive - 31.3 km
  • Hon-Dah Casino - 48 min drive - 36.0 km

Getting around

  • Show Low, AZ (SOW-Show Low Regional) - 20 min drive

About this property

At 6,993 feet, Nevado Ranch Camp has the best dark sky camping in Arizona.

Visitors to this website are most likely looking for a great location for family, friends, etc. in order to pitch their tent(s) while exploring Arizona and New Mexico. You surely want a location that is "out there with the wildlife" and yet is secure from the critters. Feeling cozy in your camp while also having access to the recreational amenities that make a stay so enjoyable is also important to you. Also, it is likely that you want a location where, at the end of a long day of hiking and/or sightseeing, you can relax by a fire, listen to tunes, and enjoy your favorite beverage while looking up at a pitch black sky with stars as bright as diamonds.

If what you just read appeals to you, then you have found what you are looking for because that is exactly what Nevado Ranch Camp has waiting for you!!

Our Value Proposition to You

• Affordable rates
• A location in the middle of the beautiful White Mountains wildlife - completely fenced off for your security
• A level and cushy campsite with fire pit tucked in among the juniper trees
• A crystal-clear sky for dark sky stargazing
• A 15' x 20' recreation deck with fire pit, gas grill, music system and Adirondack chairs and recliners
• A fully stocked, self-service kitchen to prepare your meals
• An indoor relaxation area
• A bathroom with hot water shower (cleaned and sterilized daily)
• Close to twenty (20) national parks and monuments
• Plenty of free, on-site parking
• Active duty and veteran discounts
• Veteran owned and operated

The Camp

Nevado Ranch Camp is 2.2 acres located smack dab in the middle of the Springerville “monogenetic” Volcanic Field (3rd largest in the U.S.) that consists of 405 discrete and dormant vents. The ground is relatively soft and perfect for a tent. We have plenty of free on-site parking.
At an elevation of 6,993 feet, Nevado Ranch Camp, Apache County, AZ, is an easy day’s drive to dozens of popular tourist destinations in Arizona and New Mexico.
In Portuguese, the word Nevado means “snowy.” The delicious city water we use is sourced from the never-gone-dry Coconino Aquafer. While we are completely off-the-grid, Nevado Ranch Camp is solar powered because we want to present as small a carbon footprint as possible.

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Given its elevation, there is no air pollution. It is roughly 20-25 degrees cooler fresher at the Camp than in the Phoenix or Tucson valleys. At Nevado Ranch Camp, the air is clear and crisp which makes for awesome stargazing - the Milky Way can easily be seen overhead.

The Campsites

At Nevado Ranch Camp, we offer 10 well-maintained, level campsites nestled among a forest of juniper trees. We have intentionally kept the number of campsites low so that our guests don't feel like they are part of a chaotic crowd. Each campsite has a 10’ x 10’ area for tent as well as additional space for chairs, bikes and other camping items. Deck lights provide a smidgeon of illumination at night. You can have your own private campfire as long as you use the locations provided AND when checking in, you prove to management that you have a working fire extinguisher on hand.

You will be glad to know that the Camp is completely fenced off for your security. Our location is smack dab in the middle of the land inhabited by giant elk, coyotes, black bears, mule deer, antelope, foxes and mountain lions. The animals are usually active from dusk to dawn but don't be surprised if you hear these animals walking past your campsite on the road. The reason why they do so is because the series of roads and the vacant property next to us is the only unobstructed north/south passage for miles around - and the animals make use of it!

The Hut

The Hut is a converted barn (with hot and cold running water) that has a "serve yourself" kitchen for your use. There is a microwave, a three-burner stove, an air fryer and a George Forman grill, two refrigerators, and a blender. You bring your own K pods for the coffee maker, as well as your own sugar, creamer, etc. We provide the paper plates and bowls, plastic cutlery, drink cups, and napkins for your use - you bring your own food and beverages, seasonings, etc. The bathroom w/shower is cleaned and sterilized daily.

Recreation Deck

When you want to step away from the tent and lounge in the sun or moonlight, you will find a 15' x 20' asymmetrical Victorian stone deck outfitted with a gas grill, a music entertainment system, a lounge bed w/shade, an in-the-deck fire pit and a number of comfy Adirondack lounge chairs. Tiki torches and deck lights provide a subtle illumination at night. A badminton net is also used for volleyball and "tickle ball" (our version of pickleball). Bring your own paddles and other equipment. We keep the net down low so the young'uns can experience the thrill of spiking the ball!

Indoor Relaxation Area

You will like the indoor relaxation area that has a sofa, a recliner, a computer desk w/printer, wi-fi (no streaming, please!), and a tv. A shaded patio with sofa and chairs is just outside the front door.

Live music

If you’re a musician and/or a singer, bring your instruments and your melodic voice. The instruments we make available to guests include a Gibson Les Paul 100-year anniversary edition electric guitar, baritone and tenor ukeleles, a Brazilian mini Djembe drum, bongos, a harmonica, and a hand-carved Hawaiian tenor percussion block.

Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned accommodation, featuring a kitchen with a stovetop and a microwave. There's a private patio. A Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a printer.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a spa tub or make use of other amenities including gas grills.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property manager

Catamaran Dan

Languages

French, Italian, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Blender

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Gas grills
  • Firepit

Work spaces

  • Printer
  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 30
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 585940

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