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Fruitland Park, FL
Bourlay Nature Park, Venetian Gardens, Pacquette’s Tractor Museum, Seminole State Forest, dancing in the Villages, Hiking, Kayaking, fishing, Lake Griffin State Park, show at Old Millhouse in the Villages
Windy Acres, 1350 Miller Blvd. Fruitland Park, FL 352-408-7308 cell, 352-728-4504 (leave a message) Don@windyacresfestivities.com
$10/night dry camping, 20 acres, 2 bathrooms, 2 showers, no campfires, pets are welcome on leash, no dump station
N28.86081,W81.93128 – Click on link to see Google Map
LAS VEGAS, NM
Take the Alpaca petting and feeding tour at Victory Ranch, $6; (reservations required 575-387-2254); tour the Las Vegas Museum and Rough Rider Memorial Collection; visit the Las Vegas National Wildlife Refuge; soak in the Montezuma Hot Springs; shop at the nostalgic candy store – Clay’s Candy Bar; shop at the Home On the Range bookstore; eat at Dicks.
Storrie Lake State Park, NM 518, Las Vegas, NM (505) 425-7278
From Highway 64, turn left onto NM-434 S/Mountain View Blvd, go 11mi, turn right to stay on NM-434 S, go 26mi and turn left onto NM-518 S, go 26mi and turn right, the an immediate left and another left and the park is on the left. Boondocking on the beach or electric for $12.
N35.656011,W105.231856 – Click on link to see Google Map
EAGLE NEST, NM
Great lake for kayaking, visit Taos, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Angel Fire, hiking in Cimarron canyon. Visit the Rio Grand Gorge Bridge and raft the Rio Grand.
Lakeview CG at Eagle Nest State Park, 42 Marina Way.
From I-25S, take exit 446 and turn right onto US-64W (Airport/Taos). For 60mi, turn left onto Elk Lane Rd and arrive at park. May not be a dump at this park (they were still working on building one), but there is water and toilets.
N36.53464,W105.26481 – Click on link to see Google Map
RATON, NM
Catch a production at Shuler Theater; visit the Raton Museum; watch a movie at the El Raton Theatre; drive up Mt. Capulin for a view of the volcanic plains and hike to the volcanic cone.
Sugarite Canyon State Park (575) 445-5607, State Road 526
From I-25S take exit 452 for NM 72, turn left onto NM 72 E (E. Cook Ave), continue straight onto NM 526.
N36.941282,W104.379726 – Click on link to see Google Map
DENVER, CO
Tour the Denver Botanical Garden and the Denver Zoo. Visit the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Drive the Mount Evans Scenic Byway. Tour the Colorado State Capitol, and the Molly Brown House Museum. Tour the Forney Museum of Transportation and the Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum. Attend an event at the Red Rock Amphitheater. Ride the Georgetown Loop Railroad. Attend a Rocky’s Baseball game. Dance at the Elks Lodge on Thursdays from 6-9 pm, $7; free on Fridays from 7-10 pm, and most Sundays from 2-4:30/$5. Tour the Lakewood Heritage Center.
Elks Lodge #2227, 3850 Elks Drive, Westminster, CO 303 429-2227
From I-25N take Exit 214A for Interstate 70W/Grand Jct, take exit 271B for Lowell Blve toward Tennyson St. Keep right at fork to continue on Lowell Blvd, go 2.7miles turn left onto W 69th Pl, go .2mi and turn left to arrive at Elks Lodge. 49 RV spaces with E/W and a dump on site.
N39.82398,W105.0381 – Click on link to see Google Map
LONGMONT, CO
Day trip to Boulder. Visit Estes Park and the Rocky Mountain National Forest. Tour Coors brewery, the Budweiser brewery, and many micro-breweries. Take the Celestial Seasonings tour and visit the Leaning Tree Western Art Museum. Ride the Rocky’s Bus to Denver for a baseball game. Visit Buffalo Bills grave. Shop at the Longmont Farmers’ Market. Visit the Longmont Museum & Cultural Center. Hike Rabbit Mountain. Hike and bike St. Vrain State Park. Celebrate July 4th.
Boulder County Fairgrounds, 9595 Nelson Road, Longmont, CO 80501, 303-678-6235
Follow I-25 to CO-119 in Weld County. Take exit 240 from I-25 and take CO-119 (signs for Longmont), go 7.6 miles Turn right onto Nelson Rd. Turn right toward Fairground Access. This is a first come, first served campground with 96 spots, $20/elec., $25/elec & water. Dump $10.
N40.154234,W105.126086 – Click on link to see Google Map
STILLWATER PASS, CO
Visit the Rocky Mountain National Park, Grand Lake, and Granby
Arapaho National Recreation Area
Take County Road 4 south of town and Shadow Mountain Lake. It’s located just after the Grand Lake Tap House near Cutthroat Bay. Follow that a few miles back to national forest. Dump and water at Granby Kaibab Park.
N40.2251253,W105.8925259 – Click on link to see Google Map
LEADVILLE, CO
Leadville is a true western mining town, established in the late 1800’s, and is the highest incorporated city in North America, at an elevation of 10,151 ft. There are a wide range of sights, activities and experiences unique to the Rocky Mountains. Nearby locations are Twin Lakes, Aspen, and Turquoise Lake. There are numerous hiking trails around the area, bicycling, kayaking, and numerous downtown adventures. Visit a nearby community swimming pool and gym, a convenient place to get a hot shower and swim a lap or two, or soak in the hot tub. Dine out in the quaint historical buildings of Leadville for breakfast, lunch or dinner, with a little bit of history on the back of most menus to give background about the establishment and its previous owners. Visit the National Mining Hall of Fame & Museum, which is one of the finest of its kind, Tabor Home Matchless Mine and Baby Doe Tabor Cabin, Heritage Museum & Gallery, Temple Israel (a restored frontier synagogue and museum), Healy House & Dexter Cabin. Take Twin Lakes Inter-Laken boat tour to the historic Inter-Laken Resort, for historical tales, geology, gorgeous scenery, flora, fauna, the Leadville Nat’l Fish Hatchery and scenic hiking trail. Visit the Twin Lakes Gallery and historic town, and Delaware Hotel take a guided cemetery tour with a narrative of tales of some of the residents. Visit the Historical Tabor Opera House for an evening of very enjoyable music. Take a day trip to Aspen over Independence Pass (elev. 12,093 ft) to experience a place where the rich and famous live in a lovely little town with upscale shops and high dollar housing surrounded by majestic mountain beauty. Visit the John Denver Sanctuary Memorial Park and ride the gondola to the top of the mountain for spectacular views of the ski slopes and of the mountains and valleys below. Take a walking tour of the town visiting the various shops, eateries, galleys, churches and historical landmarks. Visit the ghost town of Independence to view the Old Mill site, and the Braille Trail that uses a rope to guide blind individuals down the trail.
San Isabel National Forestry campground
US-24 North to County Road 4 (McWethy Dr.) and turn left. About 5 miles where road forks at Sugar Loafin RV and golf course, take dirt road (Rd-48) in the center of the fork. The campground is approx. ¼ mile on left. Free. Water and dump available on corner of CO-91 and SR-300 for $5. Host and Co-Host arrive 2 days early to secure spots.
N39.247758,W106.358992 – Click on link to see Google Map
NATHROP, CO
Hiking, fishing. Hot springs and rafting (with outfitters) nearby. Community pool with hot springs and showers in Salida, along with a river walk and cute shops.
Dispersed dry camping in the pines about 7 miles south of Buena Vista.
From US-285, turn West on County Rd 270, drive several miles to County Rd 272 and go straight on hard-pack sand road to National Forest. Area called Raspberry Gulch. Water at Buena Vista Water Dept. and info center. Dump at private campgrounds. Verizon and internet are good here.
N38.693255,W106.138043 – Click on link to see Google Map
BLUE MESA RESERVOIR, CO
Blue Mesa Reservoir is Colorado’s largest body of water with 96 miles of shoreline and the largest Kokanee Salmon fishery in the United States. Let’s go fishing!!! Visit the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park for hiking, scenic drives, kayaking; rock climbing, and wildlife watching. Head down to the Gunnison Diversion Tunnel, a National Historic Civil Engineering Landmark, that routes water from the Gunnison River through the mountain to Montrose and other farming communities. Visit the Morrow Point Reservoir at the beginning of the Black Canyon where visitors can take a ranger-led pontoon boat through the upper Black Canyon. Attend Ranger led hikes and Ranger campfire programs to learn about the area. Take a day trip to Crested Butte. Consider a day trip on the Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad for a 64 mile journey through abandoned mining towns.
Elk Creek Campground on the Curecanti National Recreation Area. Elevation 7,540 feet.
16 miles west of Gunnison on US-50. (970)641-2337 Dump and water are available at the campground. $16/night for non-electric sites. Electric hookups in loop D only, additional $6/night. Loop D recommended for larger rigs. Reservations are strongly recommended and can be made up to 6 months prior to your stay. Must be made 4 days prior to arrival. www.recreation.gov or call 877-444-6777.
N38.46778,W107.17583 – Click on link to see Google Map
MONTROSE, CO
Tour the Museum of the Mountain West and the Ute Indian Museum. The Montrose Water Sports Park is a must do afternoon for kayakers, beginners to expert, with six drop structures, and a gradient of 11 feet for 1/5 mile, supporting a leisurely run with natural obstacles. Catch a performance of the Magic Circle Players. Visit the Montrose Botanical Garden and the Montrose County Museum. Shop at the Montrose Farmers’ Market on Saturdays. There are several hot springs in the Montrose and Ouray area.
Elks Lodge #1053, 891 S. Hillcrest Dr. (970) 249-4852 $5/night donation.
Electricity and dump available.
N38.479638,W107.8599647 – Click on link to see Google Map
TELLURIDE, CO
Ride the free gondola from Telluride to Mountain Village. Hike the Bear Creek Falls trail, the Jud Wiebe Trail, Bridal Veil, and hike along the San Juan River – which also has white water rafting opportunities. Walk downtown Telluride, shop at the Farmers’ Market, and tour the Telluride Historical Museum. Take a day trip and drive to Ouray, the “Little Switzerland” of Colorado, over Black Bear Pass. Catch a performance at the Sheridan Opera House or Telluride Theater.
Lizard Head Pass Dispersed Campground, Telluride, CO Elevation 10,250 feet
East side of Lizard Head Pass, 10 miles south of the town of Telluride on CO-145.
N37.81150,W107.90572 – Click on link to see Google Map
CORTEZ, CO
Visit the Mesa Verde National Park, and take a Ranger guided tour of Cliff Palace, Balcony House, and Long House ($5 per person – tickets sell out quickly but can be purchased up to two days in advance at the Mesa Verde Visitor Center, open 7:30 am to 7 pm). Visit the Cortez Cultural Center for a glimpse into the current Native American culture and the Hawkins Preserve to see the area’s native flora.
Elks Lodge #1789, 2100 N Dolores Rd, Cortez, CO (970) 565-3557
Use address or GPS. Water available at the Lodge, two 30amp sites, dry camping available. As an alternative, the American Legion in Cortez has dry camping.
N37.3715,W108.55304 – Click on link to see Google Map
DURANGO, CO
Durango is a historic cowboy mining town. The center point is the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, through the San Juan Mountains and Animas River Gorge, and is rated one of the ten most exciting train rides. Parking at the fairgrounds provides easy access via a path by the river that follows the train tracks into town, or on a trolley. Every morning at 8:15, you can hear and see the magnificent historic Steam Engine 408 chugging by. Shopping, a melodrama at the Strater Hotel, breweries, a chuck wagon and show, “burn your own” dinner, lots of laughter, and, of course, the Durango & Silverton train trip will make for a wonderful visit to Durango. Celebrate Labor Day.
Junction Creek Campground, 1499 FDR 171, Durango, CO 81301, (970) 884-2512
From US Hwy 550 take W25th Street West, which becomes Junction St, which becomes Junction Creek Rd, which becomes 204. Reservations need to be made at www.recreation.gov
N37.3384,W107.9166 – Click on link to see Google Map
ALBUQUERQUE, NM
Take a ride on the Sandia Peak Tramway, visit the Science Center, ABQ BioPark Zoo, Biological Park, National Museum of Nuclear Science & History, and the Pueblo Cultural Center. Take a bike ride on the Paseo Del Bosque along the Rio Grande River.
Elks Lodge, 2430 Centre Ave SE, Albuquerque, NM
From Santa Fe, take I-25S, take exit 222A for Gibson Blvd E, merge onto Gibson Blvd SE, go .9mi and turn left onto Yale Blvd SE, turn an immediate right onto Centre Ave SE. As an alternative or additional parking there is a Moose Lodge on Skyline Rd NE.
N35.061009,W106.616808 – Click on link to see Google Map
SANTA FE, NM
Visit Old Santa Fe, old Fort Union NM, Rough Riders Memorial collection, Christo Rey Church adobe structure of 1761, custom tour (505) 438-7116, state capitol, San Miguel Church 1610.
Elks Lodge, 1615 Old Pecos Trail, Santa Fe, NM
From I-40W take exit 218 and turn right onto US Hwy 285N, go 41mi, turn left onto I-25S/285N, go 6mi and take exit 284 and turn right onto NM-466/Old Pecos Trail. Go 1.3 mi and turn right onto Old Pecos Trail, Elks Lodge is .4mi on the right. Driveway to Elks is hard to see on right, small sign. Park behind lodge in field. Donation
N35.66008,W105.93855 – Click on link to see Google Map
SANTA ROSA, NM
This campground offers fishing and kayaking as well as abundant bird watching. Tour the Route 66 Auto Museum. Visit the Rock Lake State Fish Hatchery.
Santa Rosa Lake State Park, NM Hwy 91, Santa Rosa (575) 472-3110.
From I-40, exit 277, go west through town to Hwy. 91, go right, follow about 9 miles, cross dam, continue to Rocky Point campground. Loop A has electric, loop B is non- electric. $8/night Park elevation 4,751 ft.
N35.03567,W104.68822 – Click on link to see Google Map
TUCUMCARI, NM
Visit North American Wind Research and Training Center where students learn wind turbines in all aspects. Go into actual windmill. Take trip to Ute Lake. Memorial Day is May 25th.
Elks Lodge, 2118 S Adams St, Tucumcari, NM
From I-40 Exit 334, go north on Hwy 209 to Robison Ave., go right, park to left and rear of lodge.
N35.15892,W103.72234 – Click on link to see Google Map
FORT SUMNER, NM
Visit the Billy the Kid Museum and his gravesite; visit the Bosque Redondo Memorial and the Old Fort Sumner Museum. Kayak on the lake.
Sumner Lake State Park, 32 Lake View Drive, Lake Sumner (575) 355-2541
From US Highway 60, turn right onto US 84 W (4th St.), then left onto NM 203 N. Turn right onto Westside Campground Loop and left onto Lake View Drive. Elevation 4,310 feet
N34.612359,W104.401175 – Click on link to see Google Map
PORTALES, NM
Blackwater Archeological Museum, plus dig site. Alpaca farm, Daley windmill museum, Buddy Holly Museum in Clovis
Hide-A-Way non elec, or Indian Grass elec at Oasis State Park, 1891 Oasis Road, Portales, NM (575) 356-5331
6 miles North of Portales on NM-467, left at signs for park. There are some dry sites in campground or park in overflow area. Check in at office.
N34.25900,W103.35036 – Click on link to see Google Map
ROSWELL, NM
Tour the International UFO Museum and Research Center. Bird Watch at the Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge. Take a walking tour of downtown Roswell and take your picture with an alien. Kayak the Bottomless Lake; hike the many trails, wildlife viewing and bird watching. Cinco de Mayo festivities on 5/5 and Old Timers Balloon Festival the first weekend of May.
Bottomless Lakes State Park, 545 Bottomless Lakes Rd, Roswell, NM 88201 (575) 624-6058. As an alternative Pkg:, the Elks Lodge, #969, 1720 N. Montana Ave., Roswell, (575) 622-1560. Call ahead if using the Elks Lodge.
Elks Lodge is $20 night donations with E/W.
N33.414378,W104.540955 – Click on link to see Google Map
CARLSBAD, NM
Carlsbad Caverns self-guided tour free with Senior Pass. Book online to one of the other caves, space is limited so plan ahead. These tours are 50% off with Senior Pass. Hike Sitting Bull Falls in the Lincoln National Forest; fee $5 per car to park. Visit Living Desert Zoo and Gardens State Park, admission $5 per person. View art at Artesia and try out the Pecos Diamond Steakhouse.
Escapee’s The Ranch, 30 SKP Ranch Road, Lakewood, NM Call the Manager (Jan) when we know how many (575) 457-2303 You do not need to be an Escapee to stay.
From US-285 turn east onto Eddy County Rd between MM 55 & 56. The Ranch entrance is on the left. Dry camp fee $5. Water & dump.
N32.636411,W104.382008 – Click on link to see Google Map
ALAMOGORDO, NM
Visit the White Sands National Monument-hike one or all five of the established trails, take the self-guided native plant garden tour, join a ranger and explore the mysteries of this geologic wonder, and sled the dunes. Tour the New Mexico Museum of Space History, the International Space Hall of Fame, the White Sands Missile Range Museum, and the Tularosa Basin Museum of History. Visit the Toy Train Museum and the Alameda Park Zoo. Check the schedule for the Flickinger Center for Performing Arts and attend an event. Hike Dog Canyon Trail. Take a day trip to the Village of Cloudcroft. Take a tour of the Pistachio Tree Ranch and Arena Blanca Winery.
Elks Lodge #1897, 2299 Hamilton rd., Alamogordo, NM
From US 70 turn south on US 54. Continue to Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd turn left. Continue on MLK Jr. Blvd to Hamilton Rd turn left. Continue North on Hamilton Rd. Elks lodge is on the left.
N32.862237,W105.963430 – Click on link to see Google Map
LAS CRUCES, NM
Host Needed
Leasburg Dam State Park offers several hiking trails and opportunities for fishing, kayaking and bird watching. Park elevation is 3,962. Hike the Dripping Springs Natural Area. Visit historic Mesilla where Billy the Kid roamed, the San Albino Church and the Basilica of San Albino. Tour the New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum and the Museum of Nature & Science. Look for the murals on the water tanks. See a movie at the Fountain Theater, shop at the Farmers & Crafts Market of Las Cruces on Saturdays. See the Petrified Wood collection at the Zuhl Museum. Take a hike in the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument.
Leasburg Dam State Park, 12712 State Park Road, Radium Springs, NM.
From I-25 South, take exit 19 toward Radium Springs, turn right onto Fort Selden Rd, go .8mi and turn right onto Leasburg Park Rd, go .6mi and arrive at Leasburg Dam SP.
N32.49422,W106.91891 – Click on link to see Google Map
COLUMBUS, NM
Host needed
Park and local museums capture the history of the Pancho Villa raid into the US. Travel to the Pink Store in Puerto Palomas, MX for lunch and margaritas.
Pancho Villa State Park, 400 NM-9, Columbus, NM
From Deming South on Hwy 11 toward Columbus, right on Hwy 9, left into park.
N31.82458,W107.64128 – Click on link to see Google Map
DEMING, NM
Hosts needed
Do some rockhounding in Rock Hound State Park. Hiking in the Gila National Forest. Dancing to live cowboy music at Hatch, NM. Join the LOWs for activities at the Ranch.
Low-Hi Ranch, 1795 O’Kelley Rd, Deming, NM
From I-10 go south on Hwy. 11, to O’Kelley Rd, go right to park on left. Dry camp area or call if you want hookups. The beginning of the New Mexico/Colorado Circuit for the Spring and Summer of 2020.
N32.21214,W107.73634 – Click on link to see Google Map
2020 New Mexico/Colorado Circuit
Circuit Leader Needed
This circuit was set to begin in New Mexico; however it was temporarily suspended due to the closing of the state parks. This circuit could start in early June at the Albuquerque, NM gathering and continue from there into Colorado, at Colorado Springs, after a stop in Wyoming, the circuit would continue around to the west side of the Rockies. The last stop in Colorado will be Pagosa Springs. The route will then head back to New Mexico for two more stops, ending in mid-September in Las Vegas, NM. There will be lots of hiking, biking, kayaking, and of course, sightseeing. Non-residents of New Mexico may purchase a State Park pass for $225, allowing free boondocking, or add electric for $4 per night.
INDIO, CA
Paul Tracy 518 852-2445
Great shopping and entertainment area in nearby La Quinta, Cathedral City and Palm Springs. General Patton Museum, date farms, thrift shops and casino activities.
Spotlight 29 Casino, 46-200 Harrison Pl, Coachella, CA
Use address or GPS Coordinate. Very large parking area to left and rear of Casino where the trucks park. Free. No time limit.
N33.7138,W116.18582 – Click on link to see Google Map
JOSHUA TREE NAT’L PARK, CA
Host needed
Hiking, Stargazing, Nature Trails, Geology Motor Trail, 4-wheeling adventures, visit an orchid farm, dancing, Pioneer Farm, dine at Pappy’s and Harriett’s and lots more.
Yucca Valley Elks #2314, 55946 Yucca Trail, Yucca Valley, CA 92284. A parking attendant is recommended and the number of rigs may need to be limited due to available parking at the Elks.
BLM North – BEWARE THIS AREA IS SUBJECT TO FLOODING
No facilities. Free. 14-day camping. 3.75 mi E of Joshua Tree on SR-62, turn N on Sunfair Rd (dips on this road!), go 2.5 mi to Sunflower, turn East on the dirt road. Stay on Sunflower for 1 mile, past the solar panel field on your right to a single-lane unmarked dirt road, which is Cascade. Turn Left. These dirt roads are rutted & washed out, but ground is solid during dry weather – go carefully & slowly. Good Verizon. Scenic distant city lights & quiet at night. Easy access to town. (34.17198, -116.22985) 7.5+ miles to West entrance to Joshua Tree National Park
Use address or GPS coordinates
20 full hookup sites for $20, dry camping $10. Water and dump free for campers and $5 or others.
N34.12115,W116.44369 – Click on link to see Google Map
HESPERIA, CA
Jerry Dixon 619 895-5437
Hesperia Lake, Silverwood Lake State Recreation Area and Mojave River Forks Regional Park offer great outdoor opportunities. Visit the Hesperia Zoo and the CalEarth Homes.
Moose Lodge, 10230 E Ave, Hesperia, CA 92345
Use address or GPS Coordinates. Donations for dry camping. For an alternative with E/W Hookups, the Elks Lodge has 24 sites at $25/day. The Elks Lodge is located at 9202 E Ave, Hesperia, CA.
N34.43642,W117.28959 – Click on link to see Google Map
JOJOBA HILLS ESCAPEE PARK, AGUANGA, CA (OPTIONAL)
Joanne Jones (248) 765-1411; co-host Judy Carren (480) 815-7665
Jojoba is a very active RV park with a full roster of activities at the resort. There will be a dance and a craft/yard sale
Jojoba Hills SKP Resort, 45120 Hwy 79, Aguanga, CA 92536-9706
If you want to attend, please call the host to sign up. There are a limited number of spots; 24 in total, 3 that have hookups and the remaining are dry camping. $7.50 for dry camping and $35 for hookups. Please keep the host informed if you change your mind, due to the limited number of spots
N33.447071,W116.873316 – Click on link to see Google Map
Franklin, AL
Hosts needed
Hiking, biking, kayaking, fishing, pot lucks, games, campfires
(Core of Engineers) Isaac Creek Campground located at 5030 Lock and Dam Road Franklin, AL 36444 phone: (251)-282-4254 Make Reservations http://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232568
It has 60 sites with electric, bathrooms, showers, laundry, fresh water and dump station. $22/24 per night, senior rate is $12/night. It is part of Alabama River Lakes located on Clairborne Lake.
N31.6218,W-87.5499 – Click on link to see Google Map
PATAGONIA, AZ – OPTION 2
Host needed
Kayaking and birding at a state park, Mrs. Patton’s hummingbird garden, eat at Velvet Elvis’s, cute specialty shops to explore.
Downtown Patagonia park (west side of park bathrooms)
Going east on Hwy 82 from Nogales as you first enter Patagonia, McKeown Avenue splits off to the right. Veer right onto McKeown Ave. Go approx. 1 block and park on left beside the curb before getting to the park bathrooms.
N31.538455, W110.7567 – Click on link to see Google Map
TUBAC, AZ – OPTION 2
Host needed
Artsy town to explore, hike Anza Trail to Tumacacori, Tumacacori cultural demonstrations, Nogales, kayak Pena Blanca and continue around on the back road to Arivaca, birding at Madera Canyon, Whipple Observatory Visitors Center (reservations needed).
Flying W RV Ranch, 132 Bridge Rd, Tubac, AZ
From I-19 take exit 40, go under the freeway and then south on Frontage Rd to Bridge Rd. Turn left (east) onto Bridge Rd. At “T” turn right and go about ½ mile to the bridge. Cross bridge and continue to a gravel road on left. Turn left onto gravel road then right over RR tracks. Continue straight onto the tree-lined road, then make a right and then a left turn. The turn into the Flying W Ranch is on the left. Park on the large level field to the left of the house. Water, electric, dump, laundry, and WIFI available.
N31.61389, W111.03647 – Click on link to see Google Map
SAHUARITA, AZ – OPTION 2
Carolyn Baird (208) 733-2058
Visit Arco Copper Mine Tour, Titan Mission Silo, White Elephant 2nd Hand Store, Mission San Xavier
Desert Diamond Casino – 1100 W. Pima Mine Rd., Sahuarita, AZ
Use address or GPS coordinates. Free dry-camping.
N32.005237, W110.988564 – Click on link to see Google Map
SIERRA VISTA, AZ – OPTION 1
Host Needed
Ft. Huachuca Museums, Tombstone, Bisbee Mine tour and historic town, Coronado National Memorial.
1 Elk Lane, Sierra Vista, AZ
Take I-10 east to Benson. At Benson take AZ-90 27.5 miles south to Sierra Vista. Go straight at the light when AZ-90 turns to the left. You will now be on Buffalo Soldier Trail. Turn left on Wilcox Drive. The lodge is on the right. Enter on the east side of the lodge. 14 sites have W & E.
N31.551397, W110.303074 – Click on link to see Google Map
TUCSON, AZ (location change)
Host Needed
Kitt Peak Observatory (need reservations for night tour), U of A Mirror Lab (need reservations), Arizona Sonora Desert Museum, Saguaro National Park West Visitor Center with ranger talks, Tucson shopping, movies, etc. Casino activities. Old Tucson Movie Studio. Hiking and biking.
Desert Diamond Casino, 1100 W Pima Mine Rd, Sahuarita, AZ
From I-19S, take Exit 80 for Pima Mine Rd and turn left, go .4mi and turn left, arrive at Casino. Free, dispersed camping.
N32.004877,W110.989533 – Click on link to see Google Map
Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument, Arizona
Hosts needed
Ranger-led talks, hikes and van tours. Evening amphitheater presentations, wildflower desert drives and educational presentations at visitors’ center.
Twin Peaks campground, Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument.
South on US 95 from Quartzsite to I-8 east in Yuma to Gila Bend. Then south on AZ-85 to Organ Pipe. Sign at Visitors Center for Twin Peaks campground. $20/night; $10/night w/senior pass. No hookups. Dump, water, and solar showers available. Reservations are now recommended via www.recreation.gov. Suggested to reserve between sites 71 to 112. Use this as an opportunity to purchase insurance for your time in Mexico.
N31.942941, W112.811202 – Click on link to see Google Map
Gila Bend, Arizona
Sandy Newkirk (609) 954-9124
Visit the 9/11 Memorial Park featuring a 4Klb steel beam once part of the Twin Towers. Gatlin Archaeological Park was excavated in 1959, a major Hohokam trade route. Visit the Gila Bend Museum and the Gillespie Dam Bridge, built-in 1927 and on the Nat’l Register of Historic Places. Tour the Painted Rock Petroglyph site and the Sonoran Desert Nat’l Monument.
Gila Bend Elks Lodge, 1400 E Pima St, Gila Bend, AZ 928 683-2089
Use address or GPS coordinates. Donation of $5/night.
N32.95309, W112.69585 – Click on link to see Google Map
WICKENBURG, AZ
Bob Moser (619) 836-4451
Desert Caballeros Western Museum, Hassayampa River Preserve, tour Vulture Mine, 4-wheeling and hiking.
Vulture Peak Trailhead, BLM Land
From Highway 60 on the west side of town, turn south on Vulture Mine Road and follow approximately 6 miles. Watch for WIN signs.
N33.9128037, W112.8054117 – Click on link to see Google Map
Kingman, Arizona
Minnie Bedrick 940.231.3169
Visit the Route 66 Visitors Center, the Powerhouse Visitor Center, and the Mohave Museum of History and Arts. Take Route 66 to the Town of Oatman. There is lots of hiking near the campsite.
Cerbat Foothills Recreation Area (BLM) (928) 757-7919, off US-93, north of Kingman, AZ
From Laughlin take the AZ-68E to the US 93S ramp to Kingman for approximately 2 miles. The turn off to the campground will be on your right, watch for signs.
N35.205741, W114.096583 – Click on link to see Google Map
Laughlin, NV — Location Change!!
Ellen Rebitzke 916 316-3753
Visit Don Laughlin’s Classic Car Collection, visit the many casinos, travel by water taxi, walk or bike the Riverwalk, whitewater raft on the Colorado River, visit the Laughlin Labyrinths.
We are in a large parking lot directly across the road from both Home Depot and Sams Club in Bullhead City.
Across the river from Don Laughlin’s Riverside Casino on Arizona Hwy 95, also called Mohave Valley Hwy. in Bullhead City.
N35.164351,W114.56755 – Click on link to see Google Map
LAKE HAVASU CITY, AZ (location change)
Host Needed
Kayaking, biking, dancing, movies, ferry rides, casinos, boat tours, London Bridge.
BLM land
Az 95 N … Go North of city to havasu hieght (right after mm 197)
N34.66426,W114.30821 – Click on link to see Google Map
PARKER, AZ
Host Needed
Casino, golfing, movies, kayaking, 4-wheeling, Desert Bar.
BLM land off CA 62
From Quartzsite go North on 95, then turn left onto CA 62, go approximately 4 miles to BLM Parking Location. Watch for signs. Free
N34.16535, W114.3708 – Click on link to see Google Map
QUARTZSITE AZ
Maynard Magee, phone (303) 522-7661 and Adrienne Leibowitz 805 458-2206
Biggest Annual WIN Gathering! Ice cream social, dancing, gem show, all RV repairs/alterations available, 4-wheeling, desert golf, RV show, restaurants. Big Tent Event Jan 18 – 26th, Blythe Bluegrass Festival Jan 16 -17 th. Desert Bar is open on weekends. Catch up with all your WIN friends as well as those in other RV groups such as SOLOs and LOWs. Join in their activities and invite them to ours.
BLM area on Plomosa Road.
Take AZ-95 north to Quartzsite. Continue 6 miles past signal Quartzsite to Plomosa Road-turn right. Register with the camp host on the corner. Proceed to the 2-mile marker where you will see WIN signs on the right side of the road. Water and dump available at Pit Stop In Quartzsite for $. Showers available at a laundry in town for $.
N33.75700, W114.17976 – Click on link to see Google Map
MARTINEZ LAKE, AZ
Amy Marshall (775) 537-5511 and Bonnie Ayers (262) 470-0010
Kayak on Martinez Lake. See wild burros, dance, go birdwatching, evening fires, beautiful sunsets over the water, 4-wheeling, hiking, 2 restaurants/bars.
Large area by Fisherman’s Landing Resort, Lake Martinez Road.
Take AZ-95 north to Martinez Lake turnoff. Turn right across from fire station and right into a dirt parking area. You will see WIN signs. Water and dump available just past fire station on left for $5. Camping fee $5.
N32.97335, W114.46036 – Click on link to see Google Map
YUMA, AZ
Adrienne Leibowitz 805 458-2206 and Jill Buck 425 891-6293
ANNUAL WIN HOLIDAY CELEBRATION. Spend the holidays with your WIN friends. Dinner at VFW, New Year’s Eve Dance, kayaking, walking and too many local attractions to list. Cross the border to Los Algodones for dental work, shopping, dining, and dancing.
BLM land behind VFW on AZ-95 just north of Yuma foothills area.
Turn into VFW parking lot from AZ-95, go behind VFW building and thru gate to the parking area. Registration is required, but no camping fees.
N32.728665, W114.422870 – Click on link to see Google Map
QUARTZSITE AZ (Additional/Optional Gathering)
Host Needed
Dining and dancing at Silly Al’s. Hiking and biking in the desert. Visit the Desert Bar during the weekend.
BLM area on Plomosa Road.
Take AZ-95 north to Quartzsite. Continue 6 miles past signal Quartzsite to Plomosa Road-turn right. Register with camp host on corner. Proceed to the 2-mile marker where you will see WIN signs on the right side of the road. Water and dump available at Pit Stop In Quartzsite for $. Showers available at a laundry in town for $.
N33.75700, W114.17976 – Click on link to see Google Map
HOLTVILLE, CA
Host Needed
BLM Hot Springs across the road from LTVA entrance – soaking pools, shower, scenic pond, trash barrels – all free. Los Algodones is only 40 miles away.
Long Term Visitor Area (LTVA) ($40 fee) or Free BLM
CA, HOLTVILLE: (1) Long Term Visitor Area Parking $40 for 2 weeks or (2) you can stay on the nearby free BLM area for up to 14 days. From I-8 take exit 131 (Vanderlinden Rd), go N, after crossing under I-8, turn right on Evan Hewes Hwy. In about a mile you will cross over the Highline Canal. (1) If you want to stay at the Long-term Visitor Area, look for it on the left shortly after crossing the canal. (2) If you want to stay on the free BLM land, after you have crossed the canal, make an immediate right on Holdridge Road. Go under the I-8 overpass. Continue on paved road for 1.8 miles (road becomes graded dirt) to BLM sign on left “14-day camping”. GPS Coordinates are to the Long-term Visitor Area
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INDIO, CA
Host Needed
Great shopping and entertainment area in nearby La Quinta, Cathedral City, and Palm Springs. General Patton Museum, date farms, thrift shops, and casino activities.
Fantasy Springs Casino, Golf Center Parkway, Indio, CA
Take CA-111 north to I-10 west to Golf Center Parkway-go right. Casino on right. Very large parking area to left of Casino. Free. No time limit.
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