Roosevelt, Arizona rv campgrounds sit at approximately 2,200 feet elevation in the Tonto Basin, surrounded by the rugged Superstition Mountains and bordered by Roosevelt Lake, the largest lake entirely within Arizona. Summer temperatures regularly exceed 100°F from June through September, while winter nights can drop below freezing. Campgrounds in this area range from basic sites with minimal amenities to full-service RV resorts catering to seasonal residents.
What to do
Fishing access opportunities: Roosevelt Lake offers 112 miles of shoreline for fishing largemouth bass, catfish, and crappie. "I would rather dry camp in a pretty place than stay here," notes one camper at Mesa Spirit RV Resort, highlighting the preference many have for lakeside camping despite fewer amenities.
Desert hiking trails: Multiple hiking paths connect to the campgrounds in the area, ranging from easy walks to challenging climbs. At Payson Campground & RV Resort, one visitor mentioned, "Amazing views, clean grounds, super space! Will be going back this weekend!"
Casino entertainment: Some campgrounds offer convenient access to nearby gaming. "We have TT membership and used this as a base in January '22 for shopping, and doing needed chores between campground's in nature and boondocking," reports a camper who appreciated the convenience of Eagle View RV Resort, which is located across from Fort McDowell Casino.
What campers like
Spacious RV sites: Several resorts feature concrete pads designed for larger rigs. At Monte Vista RV Resort, one camper noted, "All the sites are back-in but all have concrete parking pads and patio. Gravel surrounds each campsite and we have noticed maintenance crews raking the gravel every other day."
Clean facilities: Many campgrounds maintain high standards for bathrooms and common areas. "The amenities at this park are outstanding and the neighbors are super friendly. Sites are decent size! We loved the three pools, multiple hot tubs and modern showers and laundry rooms," reported one visitor at Mesa Spirit RV Resort.
Social activities: Several parks offer organized activities for long-term guests. "We have met great people here and enjoy that you can walk or bikeride directly from the RV Park. The park is always clean and well cared for, and we like that its not in the city center," commented a guest at Eagle View RV Resort.
What you should know
Varying site sizes: Not all campgrounds can accommodate larger RVs. At Payson Campground & RV Resort, one camper observed, "Some of the sites were so small only a small tent would fit and nothing else. Also fire rings are not included which we knew ahead of time but is still annoying."
Age restrictions: Several resorts cater specifically to older adults. "This 55+ community is very well organized," noted one visitor about Mesa Spirit RV Resort, while another campground review mentioned, "Not fancy, resort roads & parking are tight, many lifers here."
Reservation requirements: Eagle View RV Resort fills quickly during peak season. "We got the last spot in the park to stop over for 3 nights. Lots are spacious. We have a view of the tribal land. Other sites have valley views and are more preferable," one visitor reported.
Tips for camping with families
Pool availability: Look for campgrounds with swimming facilities during hot months. "We decided to stay here since we have young kids and thought having a pool and showers available would be great. Well the pool was great but the showers were lack luster at best," reported one family at Payson Campground & RV Resort.
Age-restricted parks: Verify family policies before booking. One visitor at Mesa Spirit RV Resort warned, "When she showed up, she was told she would have to leave as children were not welcome. They should've caught this in the reservation information weeks in advance."
Noise considerations: Some campgrounds experience significant traffic noise. "You can hear the noise from the main road that runs right next to the campground. I had read reviews that said you couldn't. Well we could.... all night long," noted a family at Payson Campground & RV Resort.
Tips from RVers
Site access challenges: Some parks have tight spacing that complicates parking larger rigs. "It took us 30 minutes to get in this little hole. Even the owners of the park models on all sides said they always do this and they don't understand why," warned a visitor to Mesa Spirit RV Resort.
Budget-friendly options: Several resorts offer economical alternatives to standard sites. "One of the very lovely security staff there let us know that it's less expensive (for non-TT members) to get one of those curb spots (with electric, & close access to showers, pool, laundry) than to get a regular spot," shared a camper at Mesa Spirit RV Resort.
Seasonal advantages: Winter provides excellent camping weather in this region. "We stayed here thru the month of Dec. 2020. The park is very friendly and clean with several amenities including a laundry room, pool and hot tub, tennis court, bocce ball, fire pit area for a small group etc," mentioned a visitor at Weaver's Needle RV Resort.
