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Mike_E_'s avatar
Mike_E_
Explorer II
Feb 08, 2016

Phoenix area parks?

Hi folks,

Contemplating a trip down to Phoenix this March with a rented trailer and am wondering if there are any recommendations for parks?
Been on rvparkreviews and my eyes are starting to glaze over...not to mention that it seems like not every park is even listed there.
We aren't over 55, so I'm sure we would be excluded from some options.

Just hoping to find a nice 'home base' for the area....areas just north/south would be fine too.

Thanks :)

8 Replies

  • harley-dave's avatar
    harley-dave
    Explorer II
    Feb 09, 2016
    Well, looks like a few left at the White Tanks Park..HERE. Its out to the far west past Luke Airforce base. Just been remodeled to add electric and water at most sites. Might work for you. Check the dates.

    Dave
  • Oldtymeflyr's avatar
    Oldtymeflyr
    Explorer
    Feb 08, 2016
    Usery is pretty much full. McDowell Mountain is a little slower to fill up. They have online reservations, take a look. You are behind the power curve on these very good places.

    My suggestion is to just get something, it will work out, then when you are in Phoenix see what you really want in the way of accomodations. There are hundreds if not thousands of RV parks in the Phoenix area, a site has your name on it.

    Good Luck!

    Rick
  • Mike_E_'s avatar
    Mike_E_
    Explorer II
    Feb 08, 2016
    harley-dave wrote:
    its going to be tough, spring training has them pretty much full already. What are you looking to do? one side of town better than the other?

    Dave


    Ahhhh....Spring training. Makes sense.
    Just looking to check out the area. Spent a week in Sedona a few years ago, so will most likely stay in the southern part and tour around....hiking/biking/relaxing by a pool hopefully :)
  • harley-dave's avatar
    harley-dave
    Explorer II
    Feb 08, 2016
    its going to be tough, spring training has them pretty much full already. What are you looking to do? one side of town better than the other?

    Dave
  • darsben's avatar
    darsben
    Explorer II
    Feb 08, 2016
    Some parks such as FIesta Grande in Casa Grande will take you even though listed as a 55 and over park. Transients are welcome if under 55.
    The only restriction would be when Young children could use the facilities but, your profile shows you with no young children. Your dog would be okay IF there is room in the pet section
  • TyroneandGladys's avatar
    TyroneandGladys
    Explorer
    Feb 08, 2016
    Mike E. wrote:
    Looks like the only county park that has dates available is Pleasant Lake.

    Too far removed?

    Lots of sites very hard to level in if memory serves me correct.
  • Mike_E_'s avatar
    Mike_E_
    Explorer II
    Feb 08, 2016
    Looks like the only county park that has dates available is Pleasant Lake.

    Too far removed?
  • Janss's avatar
    Janss
    Explorer II
    Feb 08, 2016
    If you'd like a nature setting, check out Lost Dutchman State Park and the Maricopa County Parks such as Usery Mountain and McDowell Mountain.

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