Within BLM Land managed by the Bureau of Land Management's Safford Field Office, Haekel Rd Dispersed Camping provides free camping on open gravel terrain near a small dam. Campers access multiple flat areas via a gravel road, with GPS coordinates leading to the primary spot though additional sites spread throughout the area.
The camping area sits completely exposed with no natural windbreaks or shade structures. Kevin C. notes it's "very secluded and quiet" despite being relatively close to the access road. Multiple reviewers mention the gravelly, level ground that accommodates big rigs in the first camping zone, though sites become tighter further down toward the dam. Wind exposure can be significant, and morning temperatures drop considerably before sunrise.
Cell coverage varies by carrier, with Verizon getting 2-3 bars and AT&T showing 3-4 bars according to recent visitors. The area typically hosts a mix of overnight travelers and longer-term campers staying 7-14 days under the 14-day limit. Most sites maintain good spacing, roughly a football field apart in the main area. Views extend toward Mt. Graham's snow-capped peaks, and the open sky provides excellent stargazing conditions.
For campers wanting developed amenities, Hacienda Campground — Roper Lake State Park offers hookups and facilities about six miles west.
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Location
Dispersed CampingHaekel Rd Dispersed Camping is located in Arizona
Coordinates
32.78348365 N
109.60447367 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 4/2/26
Verizon5GGood CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 3/13/26- AT&T5GGood CoverageVerified by 10 usersLast on 4/2/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 4/2/26
- Verizon5GGood CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 3/13/26
- AT&T5GGood CoverageVerified by 10 usersLast on 4/2/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Dispersed
- Group
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Phone Service
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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Drive Time
- 1 hr 54 min from Sierra Vista, AZ
- 1 hr 56 min from Tucson, AZ
- 2 hrs 45 min from Las Cruces, NM
- 3 hrs 41 min from Phoenix, AZ
