Sun Valley, Arizona camping options benefit from the area's varied terrain at 5,000 feet elevation, where temperatures typically range 15-20 degrees cooler than Phoenix. RV facilities here accommodate diverse camping needs with many parks positioned near the Verde River corridor, providing natural water features despite the region's semi-arid climate conditions.
What to do
Hiking trails nearby: Verde River RV Resort provides easy access to riverside walking paths. "There is an awesome pool and clubhouse, pickle ball courts, playgrounds and trails to explore. You are only 10 minutes from Cottonwood, 30 minutes from Sedona, 30 minutes to Prescott," notes a camper about the convenient location.
Explore national monuments: Several RV parks position you strategically for day trips. "Social activities are scheduled, and there are several national monuments to explore nearby," mentions one visitor at Zane Grey RV Village.
Creek access for cooling off: Natural water features provide relief during warmer months. "We explored the insanely well kept/clean park and found an incredible little creek! We threw rocks in it for hours with our 2 little kids," explains a family staying at Zane Grey RV Village.
What campers like
Spacious sites: Many campers appreciate the generous spacing at certain parks. "Dirt sites with a nice layer of rock on them. There is an awesome pool and clubhouse, pickle ball courts, playgrounds and trails to explore," reports a visitor about Verde River RV Resort.
Property maintenance: Cleanliness consistently ranks high in reviews. "Sedona View RV Resort is a really clean and safe Park. The Staff is friendly and help you any way they can. They have Full Hookups with 30 & 50 amp service," notes one RVer at Sedona View RV Resort.
Natural shade: Tree cover makes a significant difference in comfort. "If you want a shady site in a cooler location, this is it. The temperature was consistently 5 degrees below the towns of Camp Verde and Cottonwood," explains a camper at Zane Grey RV Village.
What you should know
Seasonal considerations: Temperature variations affect comfort significantly. "We are here in January and the end of December and it was a lot colder than I would have imagined. That doesn't change it for us, it's still a great Park," notes a visitor at Verde Ranch RV Resort.
Connectivity challenges: Internet access varies widely between parks. "Cell reception and internet were terrible. The employee at the entrance told us what spot we were in, but said sometimes people took them, so just find another spot and let them know where we landed," reports one camper about Thousand Trails Verde Valley.
Highway noise factors: Road proximity affects some camping experiences. "The boss lady and I are full time and have stayed here multiple times. Only downside is I-17 is way too close, constant road noise when you're outside," mentions a camper at Verde River RV Resort.
Tips for camping with families
Recreation facilities: Many parks offer structured activities for children. "They have a pool and hot tub, mini golf, playground, pickle ball court, clubhouse, and lots of crafts and activities for the kids! The bathrooms and showers are very nice and clean too," notes a family at Verde River RV Resort.
Creek exploration opportunities: Natural water features provide entertainment. "There is a walking trail and a dog park and only about 7 miles from Bashas. I like the back of the park where we are so you don't get any road noise, but still there's not much traffic," shares a visitor at Zane Grey RV Village.
Evening activities: Organized events enhance family stays. "We had a site that had a perfect sunset view every night. This resort is easy to get to from the interstate, but we weren't bothered by road noise. There's also a casino adjacent to the resort, if that's your thing," explains a camper at Distant Drums RV Resort.
Tips from RVers
Site selection strategies: Choosing the right location within a park matters. "Decided to do a fairly short notice shakedown trip to Payson memorial day weekend. Sites are very level, decent amount of room and very clean. It's all gravel, a bit dusty, but setback well off the highway near several farms," shares an RVer at Oxbow Estates RV Park.
Leveling considerations: Some parks require additional preparation. "Sedona View RV Resort is slightly hilly so you'll need to level accordingly. Host was very friendly and was always offering to help," advises a camper about site preparation.
Full hookup variations: Service types differ between parks and sites. "When we arrived we brought the rain with us. They have concrete pads with full hookups and a picnic table. We had a back in site but they helped us back in," notes a visitor about assistance at Distant Drums RV Resort.
