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Desert Tortoise Campground

Desert Tortoise Campground at Lake Pleasant Regional Park offers 74 campsites (25 developed with water/electricity, 39 semi-developed, and 10 tent-only sites), all featuring covered ramadas, picnic tables, and fire rings, with restroom and shower facilities available.

The developed sites include dump stations and are ideal for RV camping, while the location provides direct access to Lake Pleasant for paddling and fishing activities. Reservations can be made online up to 6 months in advance through Maricopa County Parks.


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