Cabins near Sun City, Arizona provide shelter in a region that sees over 300 days of sunshine annually with summer temperatures regularly exceeding 100°F. Winter visitors find mild daytime temperatures between 65-75°F, making it a popular destination from November through March. Most cabin locations sit at elevations between 1,000-2,000 feet, positioning them between the Sonoran Desert floor and higher mountain terrain.
What to do
Hike the Superstition Mountains: Lost Dutchman State Park Campground offers cabin stays with direct access to numerous hiking trails ranging from easy to difficult. "Beautiful sunset, amazing view of moon rising over mountains. Heard some coyotes in the night, which was exciting. Enjoyed hiking the trails and exploring the landscape," notes one visitor.
Water recreation: Pleasant Harbor RV Resort cabins provide access to Lake Pleasant for boating and fishing. "RV camping on big water in Arizona! We have stayed here a couple of times. Make sure to book a spot up on cliff overlooking the water. Great sunsets. Free shuttle to haul kayak to boat ramp," shares a camper.
Orange picking: Cabins at Destiny Phoenix RV Resorts offer unique access to citrus groves on the property. "Near I-10. Close together spots but orange, lemon, and grapefruit trees everywhere. They have 2 fenced dog runs. Pretty pool and hot tub," notes a reviewer who enjoyed the fruit trees throughout the property.
What campers like
Year-round pool access: Most cabin locations offer heated pools even during winter months. "Pool, Hot Tub, Pool tables. Lots of amenities. Large clean spots," reports a visitor to Desert Shadows RV Resort.
Wildlife viewing: Cabins at Lost Dutchman State Park provide wildlife observation opportunities. "Heard some coyotes in the night, which was exciting," mentions one camper who appreciated the natural setting.
Reliable utilities: Cabin renters appreciate consistent power and water service. "AT&T coverage was quite good, with 2-3 Bars of 5G+ service and speeds up to 23 MB/s. The CG WiFi was pretty decent as well, with speeds up to 4 MB/s," noted a camper at Desert Shadows RV Resort.
What you should know
Advance reservations critical: Most cabin rentals book 6-12 months in advance for winter stays. "Suggest you make reservations well ahead for busy winter months!" advises a visitor to Lost Dutchman State Park.
Varied site sizes: Cabin locations have different spacing requirements. "The sites are gravel and fairly close together, but the CG is clean and 'patrolled' frequently by folks on golf carts," notes a visitor at Desert Shadows RV Resort.
Water access varies: Leaf Verde RV Resort cabins prohibit open fires and offer pool access as an alternative to lake swimming. "The pool is refreshing and if you aren't into swimming there is a pool table, dog park and shuffle board to keep you busy," mentions one visitor.
Tips for camping with families
Children policies vary: Not all cabin locations welcome children. At Encore Mesa Spirit, some visitors reported specific age restrictions: "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."
Playground access: Mesa Gardens RV Park cabins provide family-friendly access to adjacent park areas. "RV park backs up to a park with a coded gate so easy access to playground/big grass area for dogs," notes a recent visitor.
Evening wildlife viewing: Families staying in cabins near the Superstition Mountains can watch for wildlife at dusk. "Beautiful sunset, amazing view of moon rising over mountains. Heard some coyotes in the night, which was exciting," shares a visitor to Lost Dutchman State Park.
Tips from RVers
Late arrival options: Some parks accommodate after-hours check-ins with electronic access. "I booked online at like 4:30ish (their office closes at 5). The gate codes for entry and club house were in the confirmation email as well as the manager called me at like 5 til to confirm I had codes," reports a visitor to Mesa Gardens RV Park.
Site positioning challenges: Some cabin areas have tight spacing requiring careful navigation. "The site I was on wasn't easy at all to get into with my 29ft trailer. After multiple attempts of trying to be on the gravel behind the concrete pad like others I stay partially on the concrete pad," notes a recent Mesa Gardens visitor.
Extended stay options: Shangri La Ranch cabins accommodate longer stays with additional amenities. "Been going here over 6 years and I always look forward to my visits there in the Summer. They have 2 pools (one is heated), volleyball, darts, horseshoe, pool tables, hot tub, sauna, nature trails, a cafe open in the weekend," shares a regular visitor.
