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1963jarhead
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Jul 25, 2014

Tucson AZ

Staying 2 months nov & dec at Rincon West RV park in Tucson Az. Taking the southern route from n.e.ohio. Any advice. Thanks
  • Bring sunscreen. But it will not be HOT as such then -- highs upper 60's and lows in the 40's.

    Enjoy Tucson - we have lived just south of Tucson for over 11 years and love it.

    If I can help you in Tucson planning or while you are here feel free to PM or email me; be glad to assist.

    Your choice of RV parks was excellent.
  • If you have time try to route yourself via the Natchez Trace starting in Nashville, Tn. Nice free National Park Service Campgrounds along the way. No services but they are very nice and the price is right. After Natchez go through Louisiana via 165 and try to spend a day or 2 at one of the CG in the Kisatchie national Forest. This will take you to I10 near Kinder Louisiana.
    It would be helpful if we knew what kind of rig you have. There are opportunities for parking on a beach etc that I do not put in here because I have no idea what size your setup is. It makes a difference in some CG's
  • Our favorite places to eat in Tucson:

    Beyond Bread do not miss it

    BK Tacos close to you on 12th.

    Taco Grio try the one on N Grande

    Cushing Street for that nice dinner on a special day, great Sunday brunch, good jazz

    Los Portales

    Perfecto's family place, good food, no atmosphere, locals

    La Estrella bakery just south of BK

    Fred's Arena out in the middle of nowhere, good steaks and good pizza

    Nimbus good beer, good burgers

    Tiny's looks like a biker bar, friendly and great burgers

    Silver Saddle Steakhouse neighborhood a bit iffy, but a local favorite.

    Coyote Pause good for lunch and breakfast, on road to

    Desert Museum DO NOT MISS THE DESERT MUSEUM!

    This should keep you going for a while!
  • Tucson - trust me, there is much more to Tucson than eating; you can do that anyplace you go. Some mentioned here are good - but, as said, do not miss Beyond Bread. And I have a other thoughts I would share if you are interested (PM or email).

    Desert Museum is not just an eating place though. You will not want to miss the whole place. We have not eaten there.
  • If you are into air planes and space stuff, then don't miss the Pima Air & Space Museum. Here is a LINK to their web site. They are the largest, privately sponsored, air museum.
  • Things to see in Tucson area:

    First get a Tucson Attractions Passport there are a number of places that are well worth visiting with the discount, not so much at full price.

    Such as Biosphere 2 and Old Tucson

    Kitt Peak

    Desert Museum

    Colossal Cave

    Saguaro National Park East & West

    Sabino Canyon

    Tucson Botanical Garden

    Pima Air & Space Museum

    Franklin Museum off the beaten track and a good visit for a car guy

    H F Coors seconds sale first Saturday of month.

    Tucson Mountain Park nearby with easy hiking trails.

    Philabaum Glass

    Tucson Presidio

    4th Avenue Winter Street Fair

    Green Valley Farmer's Market

    UA Presents

    Old Town Artisans
  • Hope you REALLY like airplanes, you get plenty of airplane noise in that park
  • As you do in most parks here in Tucson what with the airport and D M Air Force Base. And many parks are closer to them.
  • 1963jarhead wrote:
    Thank You All for the advise. We are traveling in 33 1/2ft class A

    Then if you have time may I recommend you think about parking ON the beach on the Bolivar peninsula near Galveston for a few days. By on the beach I mean within 25 feet of the water.
    I have done it with my Southwind a couple of times. All that is needed is a $10.00 permit good for one calender year.
    Here is a start on finding out about it
    http://crystalbeach.com/

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