Picacho Peak Az

dtappy3353 wrote:
OMHO, this park is "not" remote. It sits right on I-10; on a slope; you can see the freeway but the scenic view is spectacular.

Agree that little amenities are available however the location of the sites are spaced enough as to not be on top of one another similar to the parking lot effect of the resorts in Casa Grande.

There a tons of parks around the area that would serve ones interest.

Casa Grande has good shopping.

It is remote as in not near civilization. Yes it is near I10 but there is nothing near it you have to get on I10 to go to any good store for groceries

The RV park is far from doing any activities - even buying groceries. Also, Casa Grande doesn't have much to do except in a RV park clubhouse. The area also gets horrific dust storms. We've driven through a few during the winter months...actually had to pull off the road because couldn't see but a couple feet in front of us.

If you're not staying long-term, the state park is much nicer.

Although we did not stay there the Picacho Peak SP looks fine for a stay and the scenery is stunning.

We visited the area last March to take in The Battle of Picacho Peak reenactment...an annual event.

Our Trip Journal entry.



We stay in Casa Grande which is not far at all (18 miles) and there are smaller towns closer like Eloy (less than 5 miles) that have services including RV Parks with all the amenities including full hookups if that is what you want.

Too close to I10. Major road noise! The Arizona State Park on the North side of the peak is better IMHO.

rocmoc n AZ/Mexico

OMHO, this park is "not" remote. It sits right on I-10; on a slope; you can see the freeway but the scenic view is spectacular.

Agree that little amenities are available however the location of the sites are spaced enough as to not be on top of one another similar to the parking lot effect of the resorts in Casa Grande.

There a tons of parks around the area that would serve ones interest.

Casa Grande has good shopping.

I have been by there to look at it but not stayed. It is a decent looking park but My impression, it is the area is remote from anything and you will have to travel for any recreation other than hiking ( Picacho Peak good for that) and scenery. Park looked pretty nice . It is primarily a 55 and older park
You are midway between Casa Grande and Tucson (about 30 miles either way) for shopping, restaurants etc.
The activities at the park seem to be a little below the others in Casa Grande or Tucson . Rates are competitive. I chose elsewhere because of remoteness in case of health problems and amenities outside the park (shopping, entertainment etc).