The southern California coast is wonderful almost anytime of the year, but spring in the desert beckons and the open road is calling us from the sunny shores of San Diego to the rugged beauty of Tucson, Arizona. We love the iconic saguaro cacti and breathtaking mountain ranges of the Sonoran Desert.
A Yuma Oasis, Coast to Desert
Our first stop is Yuma, Arizona, a historic town on the banks of the remnants of the Colorado River. Yuma is also a haven for RV travelers, offering plenty of options to stock up on supplies and empty our tanks. One day we will explore the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area, where towering dunes offer stunning photography.
On the way to Tucson we pass Picacho Peak. We’ve stayed here before. It’s a state park with a 1,500 foot peak and a small RV park. In the spring, it can be one of the best spots to see fields of lupine and poppies. We were a couple weeks early for the poppies.
Western Way RV Resort: A Tranquil Basecamp
Western Way RV is a 55+ community that offers the perfect blend of relaxation and resort-style amenities. We settled into our RV spot, admiring the stunning views of the Tucson Mountains that rise just beyond the resort. This is probably our fifth time staying here. There are plenty of places to walk. They have a pool/spa, weight room, pickle ball, huge library, pool tables, and daily events. Our site had 50 amp electric service, good water pressure, no cable, pay for internet and some over the air TV stations.
From our site we can go for short walks into the desert and get glimpses of wildlife and sunsets.
Tucson Mountain Parks: Adventure Awaits
With Western Way RV as our home base, we’re perfectly positioned to explore the wonders of Tucson Mountain Parks, the Arizona-Sonoran Desert Museum and Saguaro National Park West. Hiking trails wind through towering saguaro forests, leading us to breathtaking vistas and hidden desert oases. We plan on spending several days exploring the park, immersing ourselves in the unique flora and fauna of the Sonoran Desert.
