White Tanks East | Informal Campsite

December 20th, 2023 by whiteslicewhut

As described, the ground is super bumpy here with rocks jutting out of the hard packed irregular ground. I stayed closer to the road in my class C. Someone dumped 3 mattresses here, which is terrible because it's stuff like this that gets boondocking spots closed. My Verizon signal is very good here.

November 22nd, 2023 by wickedchicory68

The entrance is a little tough but doable. I drive a van with a small travel trailer.

This area is used for recreational ATV purposes, and gunfire is heard here pretty regularly. But, with all of that being said, it's a nice place and close to shopping needs.

October 28th, 2023 by oaterrell

Stayed here in our skoolie over the weekend and into the week. Part of AZ land trust so paid for the pass, super easy online. Saw quite a few dirt bikes and ATVs close to the road so some noise but very tolerable lots of light pollution so stars were scarce but quite enjoyed our stay. I could see it being a buddy trap if raining. Dry camping site.

June 6th, 2023 by facebook.com/thebardo2022

AZ land trust, permit required but only costs $15individual/$20family for the recreational permit (available online instantly)

March 24th, 2023 by bluejayway

someone decided it would be fun to shoot off a few dozen rounds at 4:30 AM... not a fun wake up call. freaked out the dog. the spot is otherwise good but apparently being too close to a major metro shenanigans are very possible.

February 28th, 2023 by Dirty Sally

Nice place to boondock for a few nights... Easy access to amenities. Quiet and friendly. Road coming in off of the highway is rough... Gets better, just go slow. Recommend.
Internet connection is slow...

January 17th, 2023 by ijdesalinas07

Not a terrible location. Dirt is well packed especially good after the rain. slightly rutted "road trails" leading further back but absolutely doable. big open space. yes lots of trash include mattress and dressers at the time of my visit. broken glass near the campsite location I chose. seems to have some decent hiking trails nearby and close to city amenities. pack in, pack out. 4 bars AT&T lte and 4 bars TMobile.

January 13th, 2023 by clarkmow

Yes, some garbage here and there and an occasional ORV, but fairly quiet and several spots to camp.

December 30th, 2022 by nkuenzli

Tons of trash and shooting and vehicles rallying around. But it’s close to town. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

December 18th, 2022 by byfaith1

Great place to boondock. I’ll be backing

December 5th, 2022 by floriofpt

Gate is open but the whole plot is empty of campers. Very weird, as the northern phoenix area is full of hundreds of them. If I find out why I’ll update. Staying for a week though.

Edit: This place is empty and sprawling and awesome (and a little dirty?. Other reviews are weird. Stop by and enjoy the privacy.

November 27th, 2022 by norakimdietrich

Gate was closed Saturday evening as well as Sunday morning, ended up sleeping at the very nice place further west of here

November 16th, 2022 by norakimdietrich

Don’t really know why this place gets such a bad rep, we’ve been staying here a couple times in the last few days and have nothing bad to say. It’s a large area where you can find a private spot quite easily - there were usually 2 other people camping, but would have been at least 300m or so away. Some shrubs around, and the road is a faint sound in the background. Very decent considering how accessible it is

April 3rd, 2022 by Ollie

This is true recreational land - tons of ATV’s, motorbikes and guns all over, at all times of day. I stayed here for the convenience to town and saw no other campers. 2-3 bars Verizon LTE.

February 12th, 2022 by crxyxukimxihdui

This spot is very popular with off roading,
motorbikes, and recreational gun shooting by
people with poor gun safety skills. It's especially crowded on the weekends. For camping try White Tanks 4 just West of this spot, or other access gates farther West.

January 16th, 2022 by crxyxukimxihdui

This spot is very popular with off roading, motorbikes, and recreational gun shooting by people with poor gun safety skills. It’s especially crowded on the weekends. For camping try White Tanks 4 just East of this spot, or other access gates farther East.

May 5th, 2021 by rfadler

very tight gate to get into when you're pulling in off the highway. not many people here, plenty of room to find a level spot.

April 20th, 2021 by alclaypo9

Very open place to park next to the highway. I do want to leave a comment, especially for solo female travelers. this was my second night on AZ trust land and I felt super uneasy. there's dudes riding OHVs and random vehicles (not RVs or vans) driving around late into the night. because it's recreational land there's something weird to me about a random person driving in at 2am.... if you pull up and are the only camper and something feels off, trust your gut.

March 25th, 2021 by busbusbus

Another spot on Arizona State Trust Land. Accessible from eastbound or westbound. Lots of trails and open spots for rigs of all sizes. 3-4 bars LTE on Tmobile