Camp Verde and Cottonwood serve as the primary RV destinations surrounding Rimrock, Arizona, situated at approximately 3,500 feet elevation in Verde Valley. The region experiences mild winters and hot summers, with most campers visiting during spring and fall when temperatures range from 65-85°F. Most campgrounds near Rimrock offer varied terrain with juniper and mesquite vegetation typical of the high desert environment.
What to do
Creek access for summer cooling: Rancho Sedona RV Park provides creek-side spots where campers can escape the Arizona heat. "The creek is lovely to sit in or swim in and chill down. It's walking distance from Sedona town, and also walking distance to some great trails," reports Karen D.
Local monuments exploration: From Camp Verde, several historical sites are within short driving distance. "This was the perfect base camp for Montezuma, Tuzigoot and Out of Africa. We loved driving through the small towns and finding new stuff for our next adventure," writes Brooke about her stay at Rancho Verde RV Park.
River trails and hiking: Several parks offer riverside walks and trail access. At Thousand Trails Verde Valley, "River access is available at site C which we stayed at and our furbabies loved it! Sedona is only 45 mins from here so an even bigger two thumbs up!" according to Rebecca N.
What campers like
Red rock views: The elevated position of certain campgrounds provides spectacular scenery. At Sedona View RV Resort, campers enjoy "Excellent views to the north. Host was very friendly and was always offering to help. RV Park is slightly hilly so you'll need to level accordingly," according to Traveling Photographer G.
Escape road noise: While some parks experience highway sounds, others offer quieter options. "We stayed in the A section. We had a nice spot and an easy walk to the pool. Next time we want to check out the H section as they seem to have more trees and less light at night," writes Michael M. about Thousand Trails Verde Valley.
Site selection strategy: For optimal spots, campers should know positioning matters. "Most sites are level but there are some on the outer parameter that you'll have to work a little magic. Inner sites are fine," advises Scott and Ariane T. about their experience at Sedona View RV Resort.
What you should know
Highway proximity trade-offs: Several RV parks near Rimrock are close to major roads, creating both convenience and noise considerations. At Rio Verde RV Park, "our spot was down by the Verde River and even though a busy Hiway was right there we never heard much road noise at all," reports Debbie H.
Reservation timing: Campgrounds in the area fill quickly during peak seasons. "The sites are spacious but not all are shaded. Right next to the river," notes Lori W. about Verde River RV Resort.
Cell service variability: Connectivity can fluctuate significantly even within the same property. "I had a T-Mobile, AT&T, and Verizon phone, and all were pretty much worthless most of the time. We paid $15 for a week of WiFi, but ended up asking for a refund as it was even more unusable than our phones," writes Steve N. about his experience at Thousand Trails Verde Valley.
Tips for camping with families
Pool and amenities access: Verde River RV Resort offers family-friendly recreation options. "We love this campground! We have camped here around 5 times and always had a great stay. They have a pool and hot tub, mini golf, playground, pickle ball court, clubhouse, and lots of crafts and activities for the kids," shares Mstwister E.
Water features for summer heat: During warmer months, parks with water access become especially valuable. "After a hot day of exploring we'd come back to the resort and head to the pool where the staff was making complimentary snow cones," reports Brooke from Rancho Verde RV Park.
Kid-friendly activities: Some rv parks near Rimrock, Arizona include organized events for children. "It's a pretty property, lots of clean and updated amenities. The pool area and clubhouse are amazing. Lots of events during the week plus holiday events. Their mission is to be family friendly and they are, they have activities for kids on the weekends," explains Jordan H. about Verde River RV Resort.
Tips from RVers
Rig size considerations: Zane Grey RV Village accommodates larger vehicles with specialized sites. "Shady, lots of trees, pristine condition of all facilities including dog park, walking trail next to the creek, and large enough sites for our 42' rig," confirms Melody C.
Temperature planning: Seasonal variations affect comfort significantly. "The temperature was consistently 5 degrees below the towns of Camp Verde and Cottonwood. However, the trees that provide the shade also may block access to satellites," notes Cal B. about Zane Grey RV Village.
Site selection strategy: When booking at RV parks around Rimrock, Arizona, position matters for comfort. "We chose a covered site through their easy online reservation system as we were visiting in the dead of summer. Our hookups were in the very far back corner of the space so we needed to choose between a small sliver of shade provided by the solar cover or the reach of our dump hose," explains kristin S. about Verde Ranch RV Resort.
