Not offended but I am curious. Why would prefer not to be in northern Arizona? The forests are very open and make for a very comfortable environment. This year Mo and I are looking at the North Rim area of AZ and National Forests Fishlake and Dixie in UT. That should keep us busy for a while. I look forward to the areas you choose. So many to pick from.
I have also lived in the back country in eastern OR and it is really nice. You can park in a mountain meadow along side a creek and be quite comfortable. The Malhuer is the forest that I am familiar with. One year we stayed in the forest all summer. Quite idyllic actually. Send me a PM if you would like more a detailed guide as to where to look.
Mikey