Willcox RV sites offer convenient access to southeastern Arizona's unique attractions at 4,200 feet elevation. The area experiences dramatic temperature swings with summer highs reaching 95°F and winter lows dropping below freezing. Most campgrounds remain open year-round with seasonal rate adjustments from $10-50 per night depending on amenity level and location relative to train tracks and highway noise.
What to do
Wine tasting tours: 20-minute drive from Grande Vista RV Park to several vineyards in the Willcox wine region. "Selected this RV park for the following reasons: Passport America discount, not along the railroad, I-10 or in the desert. It's small and funky, weedy with, to our Bull terrier's delight, many cats" reports Elisabeth W.
Tombstone historic district: 30 miles southwest of Cattlerest RV Park and Saloon. "Had the best time here definitely one for the books. The saloon is not only a bar but has ton of activities such as pool, corn hole, shuffle bored, line dancing, music and more," writes Priscilla. Visitor attractions include gunfight reenactments, museums, and historic walking tours.
Chiricahua National Monument: 36-mile drive east from Willcox. The monument features spectacular rock formations with multiple hiking trails ranging from easy 0.3-mile paved walks to challenging 7.3-mile routes. "Quiet place overall. If you come on trash day (Tuesday), you might get woken up by it if you're in our site as it's next to the alley," notes C.W. when staying at Grande Vista RV Park.
What campers like
Affordable overnight rates: Alaskan RV Park offers tent camping for just $10 per night. "Can't beat $10 for a tent. We slept under 2 pistachio trees with fresh nuts. Showers included, very friendly staff. Would recommend," says Sable. Full hookup sites typically range from $18-25 with Passport America discounts available at several parks.
Excellent internet connectivity: Cell service quality varies by provider with Verizon performing best. "I have Verizon and management stated Verizon is the best in this small town and look at my screen shot, it's no joke. He said all other carriers suck," reports C.W. from Grande Vista RV Park. Many campers mention unexpectedly fast speeds.
Dog-friendly facilities: Tombstone RV & Campground provides designated pet areas. "The dog park on the far end was absolutely spotless," Christina H. notes. Most parks welcome pets with minimal restrictions, though some mention area cats that freely roam the grounds.
What you should know
Train noise impacts some locations: Sites closer to railroad tracks experience frequent train disruption. "Right off highway 10 so you get the road noise. Park has large gravel/dirt sites with hook ups," Laura M. shares about Alaskan RV Park. Some campers use noise as "white noise" while others recommend earplugs.
Laundry availability varies: Lifestyle RV Resort & Fitness Center offers on-site laundry facilities. "Easy to access location off the interstate. There isn't much traffic noise beyond the frequent rumbling of a train," Vanessa M. reports. Several parks charge additional fees for washer and dryer use.
Water connections location: Some parks have unusual hookup configurations. At Grande Vista RV Park, "Water spigot is on the ground, not elevated," notes one camper. Always bring extension hoses as placement can vary significantly between sites and parks.
Tips for camping with families
Age restrictions at some parks: Fort Willcox RV Park has been reported to have limitations for children. "I was told they accepted children and then told my kids were not welcome. Very disappointed," savannah writes. Always call ahead to confirm child policies before booking.
Swimming pool access: During summer heat, pools provide essential relief. "The pool was crystal clear and refreshing in the AZ heat," shares GoldDust D. about Tombstone RV Campground. Call ahead as some pools operate seasonally with limited hours.
Educational opportunities: Historic sites offer family learning experiences. "We embraced the WildWest and chose to stay at Tombstone RV park. The whole trip didn't disappoint!" explains one camper. Many sites offer junior ranger programs and interactive exhibits suited for children 6-12.
Tips from RVers
Level sites availability: Sagebrush RV Park provides accessible pull-through spots. "It is clean and well looked after, people were friendly, and Wi-Fi was decent. Cell coverage for T-Mobile and Verizon is good too," Jeff D. reports. Most parks feature gravel surfaces requiring minimal leveling.
Site spacing considerations: Some parks leave intentional gaps between RVs. "The sites are normal sites plus they left an empty site between each camper," mentions Marilyn about Valley Vista RV Resort, providing extra privacy not common at all locations.
Turn radius challenges: Larger rigs may encounter tight turns. "Although the park is big rig friendly, we found the turn into the row very tight for our 37ft 5th wheel and long tow vehicle (about 55ft total rig length)," Christina H. cautions about Tombstone RV Campground. Always ask about accessibility when booking sites for rigs over 35 feet.
