The capital of Arizona, Phoenix is also the state’s most populous city with over 1.6 million residents. It was settled in 1867 as an agricultural community near the confluence of the Gila and Salt rivers and became a proper city in 1881.
Phoenix–commonly called the Valley of the Sun–is a gateway to painted deserts and rock-ribbed canyonlands. Rent a campervan or motorhome from Phoenix and discover the wild west like never before.
Descend into twisting narrow roads, experience the breathtaking magnitude of the Grand Canyon, or scale any of the world-renowned cliff faces found in the four corners area. Explore some of the most rugged and striking landscapes Arizona has to offer.
Central to 10 stunning and wildly different national parks, renting a campervan or motorhome from Phoenix means that you will find no shortage of entertainment for everyone.
Roadtripping directly north you will discover the striking beauty of Sedona’s Red-Rock Secret Mountain Wilderness and the hair-raising depths of the Grand Canyon. Brave the ascent up Zion National Park’s ‘Angels Landing’ to witness the vast maze of canyons that carve through the desert. Reimagine the desert as it once was–a lush and lively swampland–at Petrified National Forest or continue north to encounter more ancient ruins at Mesa Verde National Park.
Any of the national parks surrounding Phoenix are well worth building into your southwest road trip. In addition to the ones we already mentioned, check out Joshua Tree, Bryce Canyon, Arches, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, and Saguaro National Park.
When you think of the desert southwest, lakes and rivers are probably not the first things to come to mind. However, this state has lakes and rivers that range from deep reservoirs to glistening high-altitude lakes.
From Phoenix, you can access Lake Pleasant, a popular desert oasis with miles of shoreline just 45 minutes from downtown. Continue away from the city and dive into the turquoise waters of Lake Mead, a striking sight against an arid desert backdrop. Straddle the Utah-Arizona border with a dip into Lake Powell or skip rocks into Nevada from the shores of Lake Mohave.
For the ambitious traveler, Phoenix is a great starting point to head toward California's coast. Find curious sea creatures in the rocky tide pools or dig your toes into the golden sand on any of California's beautiful beaches.
Finding a campground near you will be a breeze whichever way you drive your campervan or motorhome from Phoenix. Secure a lakefront campsite in Roadrunner Campground or Desert Tortoise Campground at Lake Pleasant or start your desert adventure among the saguaro cactus at Usery Mountain County Park Campground.
Along your journey, you’ll find that campervan and motorhome accommodating sites are available at all surrounding National parks with the exception of Petrified Forest National Park. Additionally, be sure to check out Bullfrog Basin Campground on Lake Powell for panoramic views and easy access to the water.
No matter what season you’re traveling, it is always a good idea to make reservations at campsites that allow it. Popular campsites, especially those within the national parks, can fill up months in advance. For places that operate on a first-come, first serve basis, we recommend arriving early and planning your stays on weekdays when the sites are less likely to be full from weekend travelers.
Discover all that the west has to offer by starting your great American road trip in Phoenix, Arizona. Here, you’ll find everything you need to make life-long memories no matter which road you take.
With Indie Campers, renting a motorhome or campervan from Las Vegas allows you to travel further than ever with our one-way trip option. Drive from Phoenix and drop off your vehicle in one of our many other exciting locations like Los Angeles , San Francisco , Las Vegas , Salt Lake City , and Denver . This will give you the opportunity to experience more places and adventures along your road trip to the USA .
Our pick-up center is located at 119 North 30th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85034, USA . In order to drive one of our many vehicles, you will need to be at least 21 years old and hold a standard driving licence. In case you are not a US citizen and you want to travel there make sure to check which type of visa you will need to enter the country. You can check all the information on the US Governmental website .
All the vehicles which are property of Indie Campers are covered by Basic Insurance and can vary according to state laws and country regulations, so please make sure to check our Terms & Conditions according to the states you plan on visiting along your road trip with us.
All of our rental vehicles in North America have Automatic Gear and have their steering wheels on the left side of the car. In the US, it is mandatory to drive on the right side of the road. All of our campervan and motorhome rentals include a Kitchen kit, the vehicle’s jack, triangle & vests, Basic Insurance, and 24/7 Assistance.
For more information about being on the road with a campervan or motorhome, you can visit our dedicated Blog section called Practical Guides .
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