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Rowland Campground At Mcdowell Mountain Park

Whitehead Way, Scottsdale, AZ 85262, United States

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About This Campsite

Rowland Campground at McDowell Mountain Park

Discover the serene beauty of Rowland Campground, a hidden gem nestled within McDowell Mountain Park. Perfect for both tent and RV camping, this site offers the tranquility of nature complemented by stunning panoramic views.

Highlights

  • Atmosphere: Quiet and spacious campsites offering ample privacy.
  • Facilities: The campground boasts clean restrooms and showers, ensuring a comfortable stay.
  • Natural Beauty: Be prepared to be awed by the spectacular sunsets and vibrant cactus flowers.
  • Wildlife: Enjoy sightings of local wildlife, including coyotes and roadrunners.
  • Recreational Activities: A variety of multi-use trails make it an ideal spot for hiking enthusiasts.

Considerations

  • Popularity: It’s advisable to book ahead, especially during peak seasons, as the campground can get busy.
  • Noise: Some campers reported intermittent noise from helicopters and planes, which may affect the sense of peace for those seeking a quieter getaway.
  • Pricing: Overflow spaces are available but cost the same as regular campsites, despite being located on a parking lot.

Overall Experience

Rowland Campground at McDowell Mountain Park promises a rewarding experience for nature lovers and outdoor adventurers alike. While occasional noise might be a concern, the outstanding vistas and well-maintained amenities offer a memorable camping experience. For those looking to immerse themselves in pure natural beauty while enjoying well-equipped camping facilities, this campground is an excellent choice.

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Emily Holliman

10/20/2023

Wish I could give it 6 stars! Camped in mid October, it was perfection. Perfect tent camping, though most were in RVs. Sites are far enough apart that you can have some privacy and it's overall very quite. Clean bathrooms and showers. The camp site was raked out before our visit. And then the real star.... THE VIEWS!!!!

Susan Kordish

05/04/2024

Love this campground. Great hiking. Such beautiful cactus flowers this time of year.

Daniel Randolph

04/24/2019

I wish their were six stars!! First the basics, fair price, nice level sites, clean bathrooms, nice showers and really sweet camp host. All good...but what a place. The views are spectacular. The multi-use trails were really cool and bountiful. But the coolest was the sunset!!

Cary Babinec

05/06/2023

Going back for more! This is a fabulous park and the views are incredible. Lots of space. Nice restrooms. Wild life! Coyotes , quail, roadrunners! I love this place@

V Koneal

02/26/2021

Beautiful area, nice trails. I came here in the perfect weather. Arrived on Thursday evening and they didn't have space in campground they were selling the overflow spaces. It's ok but it cost the same like a tent camp site $22. I think it should be a few bucks cheaper since you are just in a parking lot. The problem why I really gave 3 stars is the constant noise. If not a helicopter circling around for an hour then a small airplane is. For hours. Never really stops. People leave the cities to get some peace from the constant noise but here too, is the same. I understand that the campground have some noise. People are on vacation. Kids are running around. All fine. But when you go miles in the wild into the middle of a hiking trail and all you hear is the constant airplane noise that's annoying. Probably one person or two sitting in it, they are enjoying the views but the rest of us down here are not fond of the constant noise.

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