Recreational vehicle campgrounds near Tortilla Flat, Arizona provide modern amenities in a desert setting at elevations between 1,700 and 2,200 feet. Winter temperatures average 65-70°F during the day, making the area popular with seasonal campers from November through March. Most RV resorts require advance booking during peak winter months when occupancy reaches 90% or higher.
What to do
Shuffleboard and pickleball courts: Eagle View RV Resort at Fort McDowell maintains dedicated courts for both activities. "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. They have a great laundryroom, and even a pickleball court," notes one visitor.
Wildlife viewing: Several parks offer opportunities to see native wildlife from your campsite. At Eagle View, "The views of the desert and mountain are awesome, and wild horses are sometimes around," according to one camper. "We saw wild horses, woodpeckers, and heard the distant coyotes carrying on."
Desert hiking trails: Valle Del Oro RV Resort provides access to nearby trails. "This community has so many organized activities for residents. They have almost everything you would need on site. Everything for activities, concerts, games and shows," reports one guest.
What campers like
Resort amenities: Monte Vista RV Resort receives consistent praise for its facilities. "Beautiful park. Expensive but worth every penny. Unbelievable amenities," writes one camper. Another adds, "Great staff, awesome upgraded amenities. Large RV sites good for Large Rigs."
Winter activities: Seasonal programs run from November through March at many parks. "We spent several months and while pricey there are so many things to do. We will be back," states one Valle Del Oro visitor about their winter stay.
Concrete pads: Canyon Vistas RV Resort offers level concrete pads for easy setup. "All the amenities you would ever want and then some. Lots of activities 14 pickleball courts!" notes one reviewer. Another mentions it's an "Expensive RV Resort with a LOT of amenities for the price! Live bands 2 pools, shuffle board, adult mini golf, hot tubs, 3 dog parks and so much more..."
What you should know
Variable WiFi quality: Internet service differs significantly between resorts. At Mesa Spirit RV Resort, one camper notes, "Internet is crap, you have to spend $100 to get decent service. I guess if you are a longer term resident that makes sense." Another visitor adds, "Very friendly people and staff. Very clean and well kept. Place is huge. The only bad thing I could say, the park wifi really sucked."
Site size limitations: Some parks place large rigs in tight spaces. One Mesa Spirit visitor reported, "These areas were so small yet there was an entirely different area with nothing but RVs and well over 50 open spaces that could handled a rig that's 45 feet like ours. It took us 30 minutes to get in this little hole."
Age restrictions: Many RV parks near Tortilla Flat maintain 55+ policies. "This 55+ community is very well organized," notes a Mesa Spirit camper. Similarly, at Countryside RV Resort, a visitor observed, "Countryside is a park with lots of sites dedicated for seasonal travelers. I believe of 500 sites with over half the park being cabins and pad trailers."
Tips for camping with families
Check park rules: Verify age policies before booking as many resorts restrict children. A Mesa Spirit visitor warned, "When my daughter booked reservations they asked the age and how many people. She has three children and listed that in advance. When she showed up, she was told she would have to leave as children were not welcome."
Look for multi-pool options: Weaver's Needle RV Resort offers family-friendly swimming. "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," according to one camper.
Consider accessibility needs: Parks closer to Apache Junction provide easier access to supplies. Canyon Vistas offers "Expensive RV Resort with a LOT of amenities for the price! Live bands 2 pools, shuffle board, adult mini golf, hot tubs, 3 dog parks and so much more..."
Tips from RVers
Advance booking essential: Winter months require planning several weeks ahead. At Eagle View, one visitor noted, "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."
Monitor site assignments: Confirm your reservation details at check-in. An Eagle View camper cautioned, "We enjoyed 3 nights and decided to stay 3 more. We went to the office to see if we could get the space. The man at the desk said that it was no problem. He said to come back in the morning... We went in 10 minutes before 11 and were told they rented our space and we had 15 minutes to load up and leave."
Desert hazards awareness: Watch for natural vegetation hazards. At Eagle View, a visitor warned, "The only negative would be the goat head stickers! They track in and are painful for the pets as well."
