We’re planning an RV trip to Arizona, so I started doing some research into Arizona RV Resorts in the state, that can accommodate Class A RVs. Since Arizona is known as the Grand Canyon state, we definitely planned to visit the park, but I had no idea there were so many other fun things to do in Arizona.
There are over 200 RV parks in Arizona and a lot of them can accommodate Class A RVs, but many (over 50%) have age restrictions (55 and up parks). While that is not a problem for us, I decided to look for others that don’t have age restrictions and have lots of fun things to do. Read on to learn about our picks for the 18 Best Arizona RV Resorts for Class A RVs.
Tip: What is a 55 and up RV Resort?
These parks are focused on the adult community and generally require that at
least one RVer be at least 55 years old. Children are generally not permitted.
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5 Regions of Arizona To Plan Your RV Camping Trip
Arizona is divided into 5 distinct regions and each has something unique to offer visitors. The 5 regions are the Northern, North Central, Phoenix and Central, Tucson and Southern, and the West Coast.
After spending many hours of research, we thought it would be great to plan an RV adventure to not only see the National Parks, but also all of the other interesting sights in Arizona.
There are over 200 state and private RV parks in Arizona, so I reviewed and selected some of the best Arizona RV Resorts in each region with the best locations and amenities for Class A coaches.
- 3 are in Arizona’s Northern Region
- 3 are in Arizona’s North Central Region
- 4 are in Arizona’s Phoenix and Central Region
- 2 in Arizona’s Tucson and Southern Region
- 6 are in Arizona’s West Coast Region
3 Northern Arizona RV Resorts
We had no idea that Arizona’s mountain regions have beautiful lush green pine forests at 7000-foot elevations and are full of wildlife. The high elevations make this region popular for some spectacular snow skiing in the winter. There are many RV parks in the Northern Arizona Region, we are just highlighting those RV parks that can accommodate big rig RVs.
Day Trips From Northern Arizona
If you are looking for day trips when RVing in Arizona you could plan a visit to Las Vegas. Depending on what campground you choose, Las Vegas might be a fun day trip.
If gambling is not your style, Arizona has over 300 golf courses! You can choose Arizona RV Resorts that have their own golf courses, or position yourself in an RV park that offers access to many different golf courses.
15 Things To See While Visiting Arizona RV Resorts
- Grand Canyon (of course!)
- Saguaro National Park
- Flagstaff & The Lowell Observatory
- Cottonwood Trees
- Petrified Forest National Park
- The town of Show Low
- Tombstone
- Apache Junction
- Coconino National Forest
- Wildlife World Zoo
- Take a picture on the Corner of Winslow, Arizona
- Challenger Space Center Museum
- Colorado River (try a rafting trip!)
- Drive and walk Route 66
- Visit Meteor Crater
Stargazing in Flagstaff
This region is where Flagstaff is located and if you are interested in stargazing, Flagstaff and the Lowell Observatory should definitely be on your bucket list. Flagstaff became the World’s First “International Dark Sky City” in 2001 due to its low light pollution.
If you want to learn more about the Lowell Observatory and plan a visit, here’s a short video from their YouTube Channel:
If you love stargazing, one of the best places to do it with less light pollution is the Florida Keys. There are 23 RV Parks in the Florida Keys and Bahia Honda State Park is famous for stargazing!
Stars, Mountains, and a Famous Song
The high mountain ranges and incredible stargazing aren’t the only cool thing in this area, it’s where Winslow is located. Made famous by the 1972 Eagles hit song “Take It Easy”, take a drive over to Winslow and snap a photo of this corner in Winslow, Arizona!
South Rim and North Rim
There are actually two different Rims to visit when planning your RV adventure to see some Arizona RV Resorts, the South Rim and the North Rim. While they are very different from each other, they share the same peak season of June-August when kids are out of school and it gets very busy. It’s recommended that you try to plan your trip during the shoulder seasons between March-May and September-November as reservations can fill up nine months to a year in advance!
According to the official National Park page, even though the average width of the Grand Canyon is only 10 miles, it takes five hours to drive the winding 215-mile distance between the South Rim to the North Rim! You might consider parking your RV at a resort and taking the Railway Train instead which is covered below.
To learn more and buy a Digital Entrance Pass online, here’s the link to the official National Park Site.
The South Rim and Grand Canyon Village
The South Rim is open year-round and is closest to Flagstaff, Phoenix or Sedona. It has the most things to do of the two Rims and therefore gets a lot busier during the season. The South Rim is where Grand Canyon Village is located and this is where all the amenities are.
The North Rim
Since it’s a higher elevation than the South Rim, the North Rim is colder and is only open from mid-May through mid-October depending on the weather. A lot fewer people visit the North Rim, so there are fewer services and amenities but if you are looking to avoid crowds maybe the North Rim is for you.
West Rim and the Skywalk
I had no idea that the famous Skywalk is not found at the North or South Rim but at the West Rim. There are two different locations, Peach Springs and the West Rim, and both offer very different experiences. The West Rim is where the Skywalk is and Peach Springs is where whitewater rafting trips depart. They are about a two-hour drive apart and to get there you will be traveling the famous Route 66.
Here’s a video tour of the Skywalk from the West Rim and a link to their site to learn more is below the video.
Grand Canyon West Official Site
RV Resort rates change frequently based on season and availability. Also, some resorts offer special discounted rates, so I’ve listed their websites. Clicking on those links will take you directly to their websites for the most current rate and availability information.
1) Lake Powell Resorts and Marina – Page, Arizona
There are actually 3 RV parks operated by Lake Powell Resorts, 2 on the north side of Lake Powell and one on the south. All can accommodate Class A RVs and there’s plenty to do and see on the lake! If you want an RV site on the water you better book at least a year in advance.
888.896.3829
100 Lake Shore Drive
Page, AZ 86040
Route 66 and Williams Arizona
If you want a cool Route 66 experience you need to plan a visit to this next park located in Williams, Arizona. This tiny little town has lots of Route 66-themed souvenirs and a few cute restaurants.
2) Grand Canyon Railway RV Park – Williams
The Grand Canyon Railway RV park is a luxury resort with full hookups that not only offers train rides through the Grand Canyon. They are pet friendly and have a nice dog park and pet lodge to take care of your four-legged family members while you explore and sightsee!
928-635-4010
233 N. Grand Canyon Blvd.
Williams, AZ 86046
3) Meteor Crater RV Park – Winslow
Just 20 miles west of Winslow and 5 miles from the Meteor Crater, this park offers discount tickets for the visitor center where you can learn about the world’s most preserved meteorite impact site! RV camping under the stars is spectacular here.
You can take Rim tours, but know that pets are not allowed inside the crater, but they do have a Dog Ramada on site, just let them know at the admission window when you tour the center.
928-289-4002
Interstate 40, Exit 233
Winslow, AZ 86047
3 Arizona North Central Region RV Parks
This area of Arizona is where the beautiful red rocks of Sedona are found- definitely a must-see location. In addition to Sedona, the North Central region also has ghost towns, a Wild West past, and a cool rim forest! We saw quite a few RV campers that decided to forego the RV campgrounds and do their RV camping in the public camping areas of the Red Rocks.
The Red Rocks of Sedona
Open year-round, Sedona is only about a 90-minute drive north of Phoenix and only 2 hours from the Grand Canyon. If you want to really see Sedona, consider taking a balloon ride over the beautiful Red Rocks with Northern Light Balloon Expeditions.
Here’s a link to Northern Light Balloon Expeditions
Tonto Natural Bridge State Park
In between the towns of Payson and Pine, you can find the Tonto Natural Bridge with an arch of 183 feet above Pine Creek. There are four observation points where you can snap photos of the bridge, or take one of the hiking trails to get a closer look.
RV Resort rates change frequently based on season and availability. Also, some resorts offer special discounted rates, so I’ve listed their websites. Clicking on those links will take you directly to their websites for the most current rate and availability information.
1) Black Canyon Ranch RV Resort – Black Canyon
This resort gets outstanding reviews and is family and pet-friendly. There’s plenty of room to bike, hike or just relax and take in the beautiful scenery!
(623) 374-9800
33900 South Old Black Canyon Highway
Black Canyon City, Arizona 85324
2) Verde Ranch RV Resort – Camp Verde
This is a beautiful new resort in a great location to see the valley. They also have cottages available if you want to bring along extra family or friends! To beat the heat you can even arrange for a covered site.
(928) 567-7126
1105 N Dreamcatcher Dr
Camp Verde, AZ 86322
3) Rancho Sedona RV Park – Sedona
We definitely wanted to see the Red Rocks of Sedona and Rancho Sedona RV Park is a great choice to stay in. The sites are shaded and the park is right next to Oak Creek!
(928) 282-7255
135 Bear Wallow Ln
Sedona, AZ 86336
4 RV Parks in Arizona’s Phoenix & Central Region- Arizona RV Resorts
If you are a golfer, then the central region of Arizona with Casa Grande and Mesa is going to be a fantastic destination for you! Looking for a more metropolitan RV adventure? The central part of Arizona is home to the big cities of Phoenix, Tempe, and Scottsdale with many museums, art galleries, and James Beard award-winning restaurants.
RV Resort rates change frequently based on season and availability. Also, some resorts offer special discounted rates, so I’ve listed their websites. Clicking on those links will take you directly to their websites for the most current rate and availability information.
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1) The MotorCoach Resort – Chandler
The MotorCoach Resort in the Phoenix area is a new resort with no age restrictions. They do not allow trailers, only motor coaches. Right off of I-10, there’s easy access and lots of things to do in the area.
(480) 639-1507
1576 S. Nelson Drive
Chandler, AZ 85226
2) Mesa Spirit RV Resort – Mesa
This is an Encore Resort located west of the Superstition Mountains, this is an adult-only RV park that is pet friendly. With 1,667 sites you shouldn’t have any trouble getting a reservation!
877-570-2267
3020 E Main St
Mesa, AZ 85213
3) ViewPoint RV and Golf Resort – Mesa
Another Encore Resort, Viewpoint offers nice amenities including tennis and 27 holes of golf. They are open year-round and have beautiful views of the Superstition Mountains.
877-570-2267
8700 East University Drive
Mesa, AZ 85207
2 RV Parks in Arizona’s Tucson & Southern Region- Arizona RV Resorts
Arizona’s Tucson and Southern region has wineries, copper mines, and the famous town of Tombstone which we really want to visit! We’ve been told the food is also great here and that we have to try the bacon-wrapped Sonoran hot dogs!
RV Resort rates change frequently based on season and availability. Also, some resorts offer special discounted rates, so I’ve listed their websites. Clicking on those links will take you directly to their websites for the most current rate and availability information.
1) Tombstone Territories RV Resort – Huachuca City
These large 40’x80’ pull-through sites offer plenty of room and the 4000’ elevation provides beautiful mountain views everywhere you look.
(520) 457-2584
2111 AZ-82
Huachuca City, AZ 85616
2) Tucson Lazydays KOA – Tucson
Definitely not your typical KOA, Tucson Lazydays offers deluxe RV sites with your own private off-leash pet areas on the sites, covered RV spaces, fire features, and breathtaking views!
520-799-3701
5151 South Country Club Road
Tucson, AZ 85706
6 RV Parks in Arizona’s West Coast Region- Arizona RV Resorts
Home to Lake Havasu, Parker, and the Colorado River, and Yuma with more sunshine than any other city in the world, it’s no doubt why there are so many quality RV Resorts here! If water sports are what you are looking for then the West Coast of Arizona will delight you!
RV Resort rates change frequently based on season and availability. Also, some resorts offer special discounted rates, so I’ve listed their websites. Clicking on those links will take you directly to their websites for the most current rate and availability information.
1) Blake Ranch RV Park and Horse Motel – Kingman
I had to include this one because who has ever heard of an RV Park and Horse Motel?! We don’t have any horses, but if we did, we would probably want to stay here!
928-757-3336
9315 East Blake Ranch Road
Kingman, AZ 86401
2) Havasu RV Resort – Lake Havasu City
This is a luxury RV Resort located in the Colorado River Valley. A great location near Route 66, Hoover Dam, and the Grand Canyon, this park offers something for everyone.
928-764-2020
1905 Victoria Farms Road
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86404
3) Islander Resort Lake Havasu – Lake Havasu City
This RV Resort is located on Lake Havasu and offers a marina, boat ramp and a sandy beach for swimming. Mountain view, lake view, and pull-thru sites are available.
(928) 680-2000
751 Beachcomber Blvd
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
4)Update(4/11/22) Temporarily Closed – Refuge Motorcoach Resort – Lake Havasu City
Probably the most exclusive and luxury resorts on our list, Refuge Motorcoach Resort sites overlook the golf course and mountains. This is a Class A only resort with incredible amenities for golfers.
928.764.1404
3103 London Bridge Rd.
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86404
5) Pirates Den RV Resort and Marina – Parker
The complete opposite of the Refuge Motorcoach Resort, Pirates Den has a young party-like atmosphere and is located on Lake Havasu. A marina, bars, restaurants, live entertainment, and watersports rentals can all be found here.
928-667-3102
7350 Riverside Dr
Parker, AZ 85344
6) Cocopah Bend RV & Golf Resort – Yuma
Located in Yuma, this RV golf resort has a pet park and a golf shop on site. An interesting fact about this park. It’s owned by the Cocopah Tribe, known as the River People, the Cocopah people had no written language; however, historical records were passed on orally or interpreted in documents written by outside visitors.
(928) 343-9300
6800 Strand Ave
Yuma, AZ 85364
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Facts About Arizona
Since we have never been to Arizona, I thought I should do some research for the trip. If you happened to be planning your RV camping trip to Arizona in May, Tombstone has Wyatt Earp days. I found that information and more useful tips, courtesy of the VisitArizona.com site.
Visiting Tribal Lands
Each of Arizona’s 22 Native American Reservations operates under its own unique governmental structure and establishes its own rules for visitors. Visitors should not assume that what applies in one Tribal community is the general rule for all Tribal communities. Please observe all Tribal laws and regulations. For specific information, we recommend that you contact the individual tribe(s) prior to your visit.
Basic Guidelines
- Taking photos, video, and audio recordings, as well as sketching, is a particularly sensitive issue. Permits may be required, and fees and restrictions vary, particularly for professionals. Therefore, it is important to contact each individual Tribe regarding its policies. Do not attempt to engage in any of the above-mentioned activities without prior authorization. Failure to comply with Tribal regulations could result in fines, confiscation of equipment, and/or expulsion from Tribal Lands.
- Dances are sacred ceremonies. Observe them as you would any other religious function by dressing and acting appropriately. Be mindful of where you sit, stand and walk. For example, at certain Hopi dances, men and women sit apart; during pow wows, it may not be appropriate to stand beside a drum; and it is inappropriate to walk across the pow wow arena during a dance. Never pick up any object that is dropped during a ceremony. Please refrain from talking to the ceremonial dancers. Applause after ceremonial dances is considered inappropriate.
- Some of the Tribal buildings and structures may be several hundred years old and damage easily; do not climb on walls or other structures. Do not disturb or remove animals, plants, rocks or artifacts including pot shards, as Tribal and federal laws prohibit the removal of such items.
- Use caution when driving, especially at night. Much of the reservation land is open range, and small herds of sheep, goats, cattle, and horses move freely along and across roads.
- Like any community, a reservation is a home to those who live and work there and should be respected as such. Although most reservation communities are open to the public during daylight hours, the homes are private and should be entered only by invitation.
Tribal Travel Tips
- Road Conditions: All U.S. highways, state roads, and main tribal roads are paved. Secondary roads are usually graded and graveled. However, travel off recognized and numbered roads is strongly discouraged. Inquire locally about road conditions.
- Service: Keep your gas tank full, and be sure to check fluid levels. It can be a very long way between service stations.
- Weather: Be prepared for anything. Winters can produce snow six feet deep. Summer temperatures are often over 100 degrees. Winds may blow with gale force any time of the year. High-profile vehicles may have to find a place out of the wind and stop.
- Flash Flooding: After hard rains, normally dry washes often become roaring streams from storms that are miles away. Never attempt to cross a running creek.
- Dust Storms: Some areas (usually marked with warning signs) are prone to dust storms. If caught in a dust storm, try to find a place to get off the road.
Driving in Dust Storms & Monsoon Season
Dust storms are caused by high winds sweeping across fields or dry desert terrain, sometimes blowing dust onto nearby highways. You’ve seen the pictures—Arizona dust storms are stunning and usually brief but should be taken seriously because they can quickly decrease visibility. In a similar vein, while most people associate Arizona with the desert, the state also experiences occasional heavy rainstorms, particularly during the summer monsoon season.
If you find yourself driving during a dust or monsoon storm, keep these safety tips in mind:
- If you can safely avoid it, do not enter a dust storm.
- Turn on your headlights and slow down.
- If your visibility is impeded by heavy rain or dust, slowly pull off to the side of the road as far to the right as possible. Turn off the car and headlights, set the parking brake, and keep your foot off the brake pedal.
- Pay attention to hazard signs and roadblocks. If you see a sign that says “Do Not Cross When Flooded,” take it seriously and find another way.
- Don’t cross rain-swollen washes. You could get caught in a flash flood.
If you would like to learn more you can click on VisitArizona.com to be taken to the official Arizona Tourism site.
With so many Arizona RV Resorts, you can enjoy the National Parks, history, and outdoor adventures like hiking, and mountain biking, plus great shopping and incredible dining no matter which part of Arizona you decide to visit!
That’s it for our list of 18 Arizona RV Resorts that can handle large motorhomes. I hope you find it useful in planning your own RV adventure to the Grand Canyon State!
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