Arizona

Looking for Arizona RV Parks? Five Tips to Keep in Mind

There are general rules when looking for a spot to stop for a while, and then there are rules for find good Arizona RV parks. You need to be a bit more conscientious in Arizona because this is a state that’s famous not only for it’s hospitality but its heat and its deserts. You don’t want to find yourself at an RV park that doesn’t have the amenities you were hoping for on your next vacation!

1. Be sure to ask about the condition of the roads and what types of interior roads are available. Are they gravel, dirt, asphalt or paved? This is very important, especially if you have another vehicle and plan to be making a lot of day trips or if you can’t tolerate a lot of dust being kicked up all around you. Flash rain storms the wrong time of year can turn dirt roads into a quagmire, too. Also be aware that many Arizona RV parks that have gravel roads do treat them to keep the dust down, so take the time to ask if they’ve taken this extra precaution.

2. Ask about the availability of electricity and what kind. Is it 20, 30 or 50 amp or are all three available? Many Arizona RV parks are making room for solar panels and generators these days as alternative sources of electricity and some use these exclusively. If you are conservation minded you can find RV parks that suit you preferences throughout the state.

3. Be sure to go online and check out photos of Arizona RV parks you’re considering staying at for any length of time, particular in desert regions. If the scenery is important to you, you can find some spectacular views as well as some parks that are on dry, parched land surrounded by rocks and not much more than lizards. Do your homework!

4. Water is a limited commodity at some Arizona RV parks while it is an unlimited resource at others. There is more variation in water usage in Arizona than in any other state when it comes to RV parks. Some have to pump water in during certain hours of the day and consequently ask all visitors to try and conserve; others have luxurious, lush plantings and swimming pools as well as unlimited running water. Location, cost and a host of other factors contribute to the availability of water (something few other states have to put so much thought into at their RV parks).

5. Are pets allowed? It’s typical of the friendly, informal welcome you’ll get at almost any of the Arizona RV parks that pets are often allowed, but do look into the restrictions on size, breed and number of pets allowed. Generally dogs are welcome if they are small, but larger dogs may have strict guidelines depending upon the breed. You will also be expected to clean up after your pets and keep them leashed when outside at most Arizona RV parks (although a few offer open play areas for pets that are fenced in).

If you remember to keep these five questions in mind when researching, you’ll find the best Arizona RV parks for your next vacation. Happy trails!