Desert Trails RV Park

Debbie Kiesewetter

We stayed in our truck camper for 3 nights and really enjoyed the peaceful beauty of the Sonoran desert. Went to Saguaro National Park, the Mission San Xavier del Bac. Bathrooms were clean and Laundry room very convenient. As an avid birdwatcher I was able to add many birds to my life list. We enjoyed our little corner of Desert Springs RV park. The sunset view are amazing. Highly recommend.

Meg Corwin

My husband and I have spent the past 6 winters at Desert Trails. Although it has always been adequate, this past year, it really began to shine, with the change in management. Michelle and Chuck took over about one year ago - they have worked tirelessly to bring the park back to life by improving the infrastructure and long-neglected amenities. For example, the pool is now heated year-round, and the gym, long a dump with little to no usable equipment, is now beautiful, air-conditioned, and filled with new cardio and weight equipment that Chuck was able to get donated and/or buy from local second hand stores. The Park is butted up against hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails in Tucson Mountain Park, and also next door to West Saguaro National Park. The park is filled with lively activities, a passionate group of outdoor geriatric enthusiasts who bike and hike regularly together, is visited by several food trucks each week with a variety of ethnic and international cuisine, and features live music once every month on Sunday afternoons. If you are looking for a funky, eclectic park without too many rules, managed by the loveliest, most dedicated couple ever, then Desert Trails is your place!

M. Brandt

This is my third time here as a Snowbird, and it truly feels like coming back home each year. Thanks to Chuck helping me every year backing up my Airstream into my spot! I’ve seen some incredible, much-needed improvements to the park over time, and it’s clear how much heart and effort has gone into making this place better for all of us. Chuck and Michelle have really stepped up—listening to residents, valuing our feedback, and working hard to create a place that makes us want to return year after year. That kind of care doesn’t go unnoticed, and it means a lot to those of us who spend our seasons here. There are still a couple of areas that could use some attention, like the pool area and the A/C in the rec room, but I truly appreciate the progress that’s been made so far and the willingness to keep improving. This park offers so much to enjoy—beautiful desert hiking right out your back door, a pool, laundry facilities, hot showers, and a monthly activity calendar put together by such a friendly and welcoming community. A huge, heartfelt thank you to Chuck (Mr. Fix-It)and Michelle (the boss!) for everything you’ve done to make this feel like home for all of us. Mark, Chevy 🐶 & Jess ❤️ See you end of October, 2026. 4th time back

Ed Kelly

My wife, LuAnn, and I stay at Desert Trails for five months every year, and after three years here, we can honestly say this park has become one of our favorite places to return to. A big reason for that is Chuck and Michelle. Since taking over management in June of 2025, they have made a tremendous difference. They are kind, approachable, and genuinely care about the residents. They listen, are open to suggestions, and have helped create a close, friendly, and supportive community that makes this park feel truly welcoming. We’ve also seen a lot of meaningful upgrades over the last year. The pool is great, the gym has a solid amount of equipment, and there are plenty of activities including Rummikub, bingo, poker, meditation, bocce ball, blongo, beanbag baseball, game nights, and outdoor group activities. One of the best parts is the location, with beautiful Sonoran Desert hiking right outside the door. Desert Trails feels like more than just an RV park — it feels like a real community. We’ve even seen people return to the park because of the positive changes here, which says a lot. We’re very grateful for what Chuck and Michelle have helped create, and we fully expect to keep coming back. Highly recommend.

David Smiley

This park is a mix, it's a 5, it's a 2 or 3 depending on what you're looking for. The 5 is the couple who manage the park are great and the community, its like nothing else we've experienced elsewhere. The snowbird community here is very friendly and active, they organize all the activities; group biking, bingo, music, yoga, woodworking, cafts... to much to list. The folks here are 70 year olds that act half their age, it's a hard core mountain biking community but also has a group of paved trail riders. The park abutts BLM land that leads to Tucson mountain park the trails connect to the park, it's a major plus. The park itself is a 2 for facilities or a 3 because of the staff keeping it clean. As others have noted the pool is long overdue for replacement, the baths and other buildings are likewise. The lots are a mix, however the best lots are occupied by the snowbirds, overnight and short stay are often bumped against each other. There are very few pull through lots. If they want to get to a higher rating they'll need to put in a pool at the old water park, keep it warm, add a pickleball court and reform the lot layout. Finally if you missed it, this is a 40 and over park. Others mentioned trespassers and dog problems, we had no issues with safety. It seemed very dog friendly to me, any of the dog piles I saw were actually coyote dung.