Accessible via paved roads just off State Highway 260, Rio Verde RV Park accommodates RVs up to 40 feet with full hookups on level sites. The park operates on a reservation system with nightly rates ranging from $55 to $85, and management maintains clean facilities including restrooms, showers, and laundry. Sites near the Verde River tend to fill first, offering direct water access for activities like cold plunges and river floating.
The highway location generates consistent traffic noise, though Debbie H. notes "even though a busy Hiway was right there we never heard much road noise at all" from riverside sites. The park has limited shade trees, which several campers mention becomes noticeable during warmer months. A walking path runs along the river where wildlife including hummingbirds frequent the area. Some sites feature concrete pads and individual fire pits, while the park provides an observation deck with views toward Mingus Mountain and Jerome.
Staff consistently receives praise for helpfulness and dog-friendly policies. The park includes WiFi, ice sales, and allows campfires. Sites vary significantly in privacy and setup difficulty - spot 59 offers more seclusion by the river but requires careful maneuvering for larger rigs. Matt L. appreciated that "showers don't cost extra $" and noted the affordable laundry facilities.
The location serves as a base for exploring the Verde Valley region, with Jerome accessible up the mountain and Sedona about 20 miles away. The park occasionally hosts food truck rallies in the entrance area. Campers seeking additional options can explore places to camp around Cottonwood or check nearby Turquoise Triangle RV Park for availability. The riverside setting provides a functional base camp for area exploration.
Description
Hello Rio Verde RV Park potential guests, there have been a tremendous number of calls due to the recent flood warnings within our area. We do want to reassure you that we have not been impacted and we are not anticipating additional flooding. The RV Park is fine and we are functioning as normal. We look forward to your arrival!
- Rio Verde Staff
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Location
RV ParkRio Verde RV Park is located in Arizona
Directions
From Phoenix and southern Arizona: Take Interstate Highway I-17 north to exit #287 (Hwy 260, Camp Verde, Cottonwood). Turn left and follow Hwy 260 toward Cottonwood for 15 miles to the intersection of 89A where you will turn right going toward Sedona. We are about 3/4 of a mile on the left, just past the bridge (mile marker #357).
Address
3420 E US Highway 89a
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
Coordinates
34.72171102 N
111.98920097 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 11 usersLast on 5/3/26
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 25 usersLast on 5/3/26
- AT&TLTEGood CoverageVerified by 15 usersLast on 5/3/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 11 usersLast on 5/3/26
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 25 usersLast on 5/3/26
- AT&TLTEGood CoverageVerified by 15 usersLast on 5/3/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 44 min from Prescott Valley, AZ
- 58 min from Flagstaff, AZ
- 1 hr 18 min from Phoenix, AZ
- 3 hrs 51 min from Lake Havasu City, AZ


















