If you are not an RVer, you may never have heard of Quartzsite, AZ. Almost non-existent by this time of year, this town becomes flooded with RVs over winter. Surrounded by miles and miles of BLM managed land, a winter stay here is pretty cheap. A single $180 long term permit can be purchased to dry camp between September 15th and April 15th.
That permit is good for up to seven months camping total. Services for honey wagons, potable water and trash removal can be purchased for an additional fee. If you are interested in RV solar setups, you can definitely see a variety of them here between November and March.
I believe I could get down in the Piper Cub along that straight patch. Damn shame there is no gas station close enough to get in, or get out, in the Cub.
N. Clement
Lots of room to land out here! Saw a gas station on the main drag here today with a sign that said: “AV Gas” but I think it was a station called HAVA and two of the letters fell off. I was hoping maybe refueling you was going to be easier that I imagined until I figured that out 🙂
WOW. Another outstanding job, I have heard about these places but never have been to one. Thanks for sharing. At the “Fishermans” thingy what are the poles around it for, is that a designated play area for folks with no parking of RV’s? You really should include the state “Visitor” folks to see these, they are great adds for the country and you cannot see one without wanting to go there. Great job, its so good to know we can be in touch with you all, like you have never left. Be safe and have fun. GOD BLESS
JD/SD
Jim & Sandy
I am so glad that you enjoyed it. The Fisherman thingy was undiscovered until someone flew a plane over it in the early days of flying. The info I found guessed the age of it to be a few hundred to over a thousand years old. The one we visited is one of several in this area. The poles are to protect it from people. Hard to believe that a drawing in the dirt could last that long. Gives an idea of how hard and undisturbed the ground is here.
NICE
Thank you!