Phoenix is a popular place to camp overnight in an RV or tent because of the pleasant winter temperatures, scenic landscapes, and convenient location in the Southwest. This part of Arizona is also popular among snowbirds who are 55+ and looking for fun ways to escape cold winters in a social atmosphere.
So, no matter how you like to camp, here are the best RV parks and campgrounds in Phoenix to plan your next getaway.
Desert Shadows RV Resort
The Desert Shadows RV Resort is family owned and operated RV park located just off of I-17 in North Phoenix. It has 638 RV spaces in a tranquil and friendly environment. You’ll be close to malls, golf courses, restaurants, and other city services when you stay here. There are 75-foot-long pull-through spaces here and also wide back-in spaces. Your RV spot will have 50/30-amp water and sewer hookups too. Both short-term and long-term rental spots are available at the resort. There are many amenities to look forward to here, including an 18,000-square-foot clubhouse, covered BBQ areas, bocce and pickleball courts, potlucks, aerobics classes, arts and crafts events, and free coffee and tea all day.
Phoenix Metro RV Park
Another camping option is the Phoenix Metro RV Park, which is a 55+ park in Phoenix that caters to older adults. The park is located in northwest Phoenix and has palm, citrus, and shade trees. It’s along I-17 and only about five minutes from shopping and dining. There are a total of 310 RV sites here with full hookups. The park’s amenities include a swimming pool, spa, clubhouse, bingo and card games, puzzles, social hour celebrations, and luncheons for both men and women. It’s also possible to join potlucks, bible study, casino trips, and shuffleboard tournaments when you stay here.
Desert’s Edge RV Park
The Desert’s Edge RV Park is a recently remodeled park with a retro vibe and citrus fruit that you can pick to eat. It’s a family-friendly resort with no age restrictions, so you can bring the kids along. The park is 15 minutes from downtown Phoenix and 10 minutes from Scottsdale. There are over 220 sites for RVs with 30-amp and 50-amp hookups. The sites have concrete patios and picnic tables too. Meanwhile, there are lots of activities offered here, such as a heated swimming pool, hot tub, dog run, and special events for families.
Desert Sands RV Park
At the Desert Sands RV Park, you can also bring your whole family along and enjoy sunny days all throughout the year. This camping destination offers a BBQ area, pool, and convenient location near parks and trails. It’s a quiet and well-maintained park that puts you near all the excitement of Phoenix but in a quiet and calm setting. Pets are welcome in this park, which can accommodate big rigs, offers internet access, and has monthly rates available.
Deer Valley RV Park
Located just off of I-17 and the 101 freeway, the Deer Valley RV Park is a fully remodeled urban camping retreat. It is about 15 minutes from downtown Phoenix and Scottsdale. The park offers 205 pull-through and back-in sites, as well as RV storage. When you stay here, you can enjoy the swimming pool, dog park, laundry facilities, and other amenities. The location of this park is a great one to be in because it’s close to Lake Pleasant boating and fishing, Major League Baseball spring training, the Desert Botanical Garden, and lots more in the Phoenix area.
Covered Wagon RV Park
Right in the heart of the Phoenix metro area, you’ll find the Covered Wagon RV Park, which is just off I-17 at the Glendale exit. It’s a family-owned RV park with 52 large sites that have full hookups. The campground also has a swimming pool and laundry facilities for guests to use. Other amenities offered at this park include free Wi-Fi, vending machines, mailboxes, and clean restrooms with showers. Daily, weekly, and monthly rates are available at this all-ages RV park. There is a manager onsite 24/7 in case you need anything. You can also conveniently book your RV site online.
Pioneer RV Park
Here’s a 55+ resort community that is a great destination to relax and make some new friends. Pioneer RV Park is a senior RV park that has many people staying here seasonally and year-round. When you stay here, you can take advantage of the indoor heated swimming pool, horseshoes, pickleball courts, and social lounge. Well-behaved pets are welcome here, with a two-pet limit and several pet rules to follow. Daily, weekly, and monthly rates are available here, and there are also special discounts available for AAA and Good Sam members.
Pleasant Harbor RV Resort
There are 254 full hookup sites and 60 partial hookup sites at the Pleasant Harbor RV Resort in Peoria, which is just outside of Phoenix. There are also unlimited dry camping sites at this location. Among the RV resort features are a pool, Jacuzzi, pickleball, bocce ball, clubhouse, basketball, shuffleboard, horseshoes, convenience store, picnic grounds, and laundry facilities. You can enjoy plenty of fun in the Arizona sun when you stay here because there is a full-service marina, boat rentals, and a marina bar and grill onsite. Daily, weekly, monthly, three-month, five-month, and six-month rates are all available here.
Cave Creek Regional Park
Cave Creek Regional Park has a campground where you can connect with nature and the great outdoors. It is just north of Phoenix in the community of Cave Creek. There is also a nature center at this park that is open throughout the year. You’ll be in a 2,922-acre park in the upper Sonoran Desert and enjoy hiking and equestrian trails. The park became part of the Maricopa County regional park system in 1963. Check the park’s calendar to learn about events going on here, such as trail maintenance, invasive pull, and native seed garden events. Campground reservations can be made online.
Riverside Campground
Another campground in the Phoenix area is the Riverside Campground in the Tonto National Forest, which has great views of the Bartlett Dam and puts you right by the water. This campground area is less busy than many other recreation sites and only allows non-motorized boats. The camping fee is just $16 per night, which you pay for at the fee machine at the district office or the Bartlett Vista. It’s open year-round and has a 14-day stay limit. Carefree and Cave Creek, Arizona are the closest towns, but Phoenix isn’t too far away either. Water is not available at the campground but vault toilets are located onsite. There are 12 sites that are all available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Lake Pleasant Regional Park
You’ll find 148 sites for RVs and tents at the Lake Pleasant Regional Park, which is in the Phoenix area as well. The developed sites have water and electricity, while there is a dump station on the property. Other features are picnic tables, covered ramadas, barbecue grills, and fire rings. There are actually three different campgrounds located at this park. The Desert Tortoise Campground has developed, semi-developed, and primitive sites. The Roadrunner Campground has all developed sites, and the Desert Tortoise Group Campground has accommodations for 10 or more camping units. Boat-in camping is available and has about 30 assigned spaces.
Scottsdale Trailer Corral
Located in nearby Scottsdale, the Scottsdale Trailer Corral is an RV park that only allows RVs and not tents. It is a low-key campground that often books out far in advance. You’ll find trees and grass here, as well as full hookups. Campers enjoy the location of this park near Old Town Scottdale. But be prepared for a compact park with back-in sites.
WestWorld's RV Park
WestWorld of Scottsdale is an event venue that has over 300,000 square feet of exhibition space and is on 386 acres of desert land at the base of the McDowell Mountains. It is in the Phoenix area and has an RV park as part of the venue. In fact, there are 398 permanent RV spaces in eight different lots around the WestWorld property. All of the spaces have water and electricity, and there is a dump station on the property too. RV rates are $37.63 per night, and there is a 14-day max stay limit per 30 day period. Call the RV office to inquire about open spaces for your dates of travel.
