State Parks near Wickenburg, AZ

The Agua Fria National Monument is located near Black Canyon City, Arizona, which is in the central portion of the state. The park is situated in a very rural portion of this arid state. The nearest larger town is Anthem, at is around 25 miles to the south. The nearest large city is Phoenix, which is around 50 miles to the south, while the larger town of Flagstaff is about 90 miles to the north.Agua Fria National Monument is located just off of I-17, so it is very easy to find. This portion of Arizona consists of a flatter, grassland area, surrounded by rugged, arid mountains. There are a number of outdoor recreational activities that can be enjoyed …

Centered at Alamo Lake, and about 38 miles north of Wenden, sits one of the Arizona state park system’s best kept secrets, Alamo Lake State Park. It is one of the more remote of state parks and is accessed through a two-lane road that is paved. US Route 93 is to the east and US Route 60 to the south. Sitting on the shores of Alamo Lake which is a recreational and flood control reservoir, search for an RV in La Paz County and experience what makes Alamo Lake State Park a stargazer’s paradise while camping in the immense outdoors.Located 38 paved miles off the main highway between Phoenix and Parker, Alamo Lake Park is a wildlife paradise …

Situated in southern Arizona is Boyce Thompson Arboretum State Park. This state park is believed to be one of the oldest botanical gardens in the United States. It was originally founded in 1924 as a desert horticultural research facility before being converted into a public garden.Boyce Thompson Arboretum State Park is known for its numerous plants and contains one of the largest Eucalyptus trees in the country. Thanks to its location within the Sonoran Desert, the park is often visited by a vast amount of wildlife, which ranges from hummingbirds to Gila monsters.

Buckskin Mountain State Park is situated in Parker, Arizona and resides next to the Colorado River. The park borders California and has stunning views of the nearby Buckskin Mountains. Due to its climate, it can get to be very hot and humid, especially during the summer where temperatures can reach as high as 115-degrees Fahrenheit.This state park often hosts events, like ice cream socials, that visitors can participate in to get to know one another as well as the park rangers. This park also has a small visitor center where you are able to stop by and learn more about the local flora and fauna. Keep in mind there is a park entrance fee that guests will need to …

The Casa Grande Ruins National Monument is located near Coolidge, Arizona, which is in the south-central portion of the state. The nearest large city is Phoenix, which is also the capital of the state and is over 50 miles to the northwest. In addition, the city of Tuscon is around 70 miles to the southeast.The ruins are situated in the flat, desert ecosystem that is common to this portion of the state. They are in a rural area that offers many recreational opportunities, including hiking and stargazing. With two large cities within an easy days-drive, there are also restaurants and museums, and other historical sites easily available.

Northwestern Arizona is all desert, mountains, and the Colorado River. But on the border of Arizona and California, three hours north of Phoenix, half an hour south of Lake Havasu City, and only an hour from Yucca is an outdoor oasis worth visiting if you’re looking to camp in an RV in this region. Cattail Cove State Park is a 2,000-acre expanse based around Lake Havasu.The park was opened to the public in 1970. Its main draw is Lake Havasu, which is a man-made lake built about 40 years prior. When the river was dammed, the surrounding area filled with 211 billion gallons of water to create this 45-mile-long lake that Arizona visitors frequent all year long. …

The 100-year-old massive Coconino National Forest sprawls out over more than 1.8 million acres in northern Arizona just south of Flagstaff. The terrain here varies, offering dessert at lower altitudes, but as you climb up, a rich forest is budding with life. Since it is so large, the Coconino National Forest is split into three distinct ranger districts (Flagstaff, Mogollon Rim, and Red Rock). Each area is home to some pretty rad natural wonders that you may not think that exist in this type of environment.Consider booking an RV rental to Coconino National Forest to see the decades of growth and development this land has endured. In 1908, President Roosevelt officially consolidated what was the San Francisco Mountains …

A cool climate, sunny disposition, and picturesque waterways make Dead Horse Ranch State Park one of the top outdoor recreation destinations in Arizona. Spend your days picnicking by the river, hiking through cottonwood forests, and exploring scenic paddling routes. Venture outside the park and you can discover local attractions like the Tuzigoot National Monument and Clemenceau Heritage Museum.Planning your next adventure? RV rentals in Yavapai County make it easy to discover the Grand Canyon State. Spend a few days camping at Dead Horse Ranch State Park, then move on to other gems like the Prescott National Forest or Grand Canyon National Park. At less than a two-hour drive from the state capital, Dead Horse Ranch State Park is popular …

When you’re aiming to touch the sky, book an RV rental in Kachina Peaks Wilderness. Within its 18,960 acres of forests and mountains, you’ll reach heights that are found nowhere else in Arizona. The wilderness area is not accessible by vehicle and encompasses many of the upper peaks of the San Francisco Peaks. This includes the state’s highest point, Humphrey’s Peak, which hovers at an impressive 12,643 feet. Kachina Peaks Wilderness is actually a part of the Coconino National Forest, which is one of six national forests in Arizona.The name “Kachina” comes from the area’s indigenous people as this land is sacred to them. The Kachinas, or Hopi deities, are said to live within the Kachina Peaks Wilderness …

Postcard-perfect Lake Havasu State Park lures outdoor lovers with sandy beaches, scenic nature trails, and a bevy of water sports. The lake was formed after the construction of the Parker Dam in 1938 and quickly emerged as one of the top recreation areas in Arizona. Spend the day basking on the sandy beach, cooling off in the crystalline water, and enjoying the desert landscape. London Bridge, a larger-than-life antique imported from the English capital, brings a dash of British charm to the park.Planning a getaway to western Arizona? Book an RV in Mohave County and you can discover Lake Havasu State Park, as well as other nearby parks such as Buckskin Mountain and Cattail Cove. You'll also find championship …

Just the name alone of Lost Dutchman State Park conjures up romantic visions of buried treasure and the mysteries of the desert. This small 320-acre park 40 miles east of Phoenix packs in loads of history and activities, and supposedly a wealth of gold underneath the red dirt. In addition to great hiking and mountain biking, it's also an excellent spot for wildlife enthusiasts, bird watchers, and stargazers. It's a must-see park if you're going to book an RV in Pinal County.Native Americans inhabited the Superstition Mountains for thousands of years, up to the 19th century. Signs of their cliff dwellings are still visible in the area. Gold prospectors searched for their fortunes in more recent times, and …

The McDowell Sonoran Preserve in the state of Arizona is considered amongst the country’s largest urban parks, covering a massive 30,500-acres. Located in the city of Scottsdale, the preserve is great for an RV rental vacation. The scenic McDowell Mountains are located within the preserve, adding to the rugged scenic beauty. Renting an RV is a convenient way of accessing and moving around McDowell Sonoran Preserve on your motorhome camping trip. For visitors without their rig, RV rentals in Maricopa County make it easy to explore the surrounding areas.  McDowell Sonoran Preserve is one of the most sought-after outdoor recreation spots in Arizona, considering the range of adventure activities available for thrill-seekers to immerse themselves in. In addition to …

Just north of Arizona's capital city, Phoenix, is a group of mountains, parks, and desert landscapes, that have come to be known as the Phoenix Mountain Preserve. Piestewa Peak, Camelback Mountain, Papago Park, North Mountain, Shaw Buttes Preserve, and Phoenix Sonoran Preserve all make up the majority of this 41,000-acre space. Interstate Route 17 runs past the park's western boundaries, which makes it easy enough to access in your RV rental. No matter whether you're traveling from Flagstaff, Tucson, or the center of Phoenix itself, you'll be lacing up those hiking boots ready to scale a peak in less than two hours from setting off.Extensive and well-maintained hiking trails wind through the preserve and to the …