Gilbert, Arizona formerly held the title of the “Hay Shipping Capital of the World,” because of its large farming community. It is now regarded as one of the fastest-growing cities in Arizona. It was named after William Gilbert. In 1902, he supplied the Arizona Eastern Railway with some land to build a connecting rail line between Phoenix and Florence, Arizona. It maintained its reputation as an agricultural town until the late 1920s. The town council approved 53 square miles of land in the 1970s, which began the transformation into what much of the town is today.
A visit to Gilbert, Arizona offers a plethora of exploration throughout its nearby state parks, like Lost Dutchman State Park and Picacho Peak State Park. The Tonto National Forest also provides opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy biking and hiking or just the outside ambiance. There are several trails for both beginners and experts, including Pinnacle Peak Trail, Blevins Trail, Judith Tunnel Trail at South Mountain, Hidden Valley Trail, and Camelback Mountain via Echo Canyon Trail.
Besides hiking, Gilbert offers nearby adventures via the Phoenix Art Museum, the Desert Botanical Garden, Heritage Square, or even Cosmo Dog Park for those bringing along their canine family members. Mesa Golfland Sunsplash and the Arizona Railway Museum are great family-friendly activities.
With all of the many available adventures, it's important to not forget your dining options, which range from Mexican, Asian, and Italian dishes to vegetarian and vegan eateries. Some of the many restaurant options are the Uprooted Kitchen, Creek Side Taco Shack, and Haiku Tokyo.
Arizona State Fair - This annual state fair is held in October. It is famous for the largest transportable Ferris Wheel in the world called the La Grande Wheel.
Phoenix Lights Festival - An annual two-day electronic music festival held in April, this festival features established and new DJs and musicians.
Scottsdale Arts Festival - This annual three-day event combines food, fun, and art festivities. It is held in March.
Saguaro National Park sits within the Sonoran Desert, which is located in Pima County, Arizona. Visitors enjoy scenic drives and hikes along the area. It also provides picturesque views of the saguaro cactus, which is only found in the Sonoran Desert. It is common for temperatures to reach as high as 110 degrees during hot summer days; however, the winter can provide daytime temperatures toward the mid-60s. The nighttime may also drop to lower temperatures regardless of the high temperatures during the day.
Petrified National Forest stretches across more than 220 square miles. It is home to over 200 types of birds, bobcats, coyotes, and pronghorns. There are over 600 archeological sites of human inhabitants within the area dating back at least 8,000 years. Visitors partake in horseback riding, hiking, sightseeing, and backpacking.
Grand Canyon National Park brings in millions of visitors annually. Among its 1.2 million acres, those visitors often participate in backpacking, rafting, hiking, and bicycling. Some also enjoy just peering over the natural-made canyon itself. Elevation at the park ranges from 2,000 feet to 8,000 feet, which directly affects the weather. Daytime temperatures typically reach 80 to 100 degrees during the summer while spring and fall may present cooler temperatures. It is common for it to snow during the winter months.
Lost Dutchman State Park was named after a tale of the Old West about a famous lost gold mine called the Lost Dutchman’s Gold Mine. It is located in Central Arizona within the Sonoran Desert. Desert wildflowers, javelina, mule, and jackrabbit call it home. It spans 320 acres.
McFarland State Historic Park was created in 1974 by Governor Ernest McFarland in downtown Florence, Arizona. The park is a great place to learn about the history of the state’s early days. It also offers approximately 200 years worth of information about Florence.
Situated at the base of Picketpost Mountain, within the Sonoran Desert, Boyce Thompson Arboretum State Park opened to the public in 1929. It became the state of Arizona’s first nonprofit research institution two years prior. There are plenty of camping and hiking opportunities within its ever-changing landscape of gardens which grow everything from cacti, to eucalyptus, to wildflowers, and more.
Montezuma Castle National Monument features preserved Native American architecture that was constructed thousands of years ago. One piece of construction includes an apartment that reaches 20 stories high and was built into a limestone cliff.
Old Tucson is an iconic landmark that displays life within the old, wild west. It is a theme park built on a movie studio lot. Pima County has taken over the property for future plans.
Haciendo Solano Resort is located about three minutes from downtown Gilbert. It features full hookup access, showers, and a large pool. Twin Palms is located in downtown Mesa. It is a small RV park that offers 15 parking spots. It allows pets and has available restrooms and laundry facilities.
Motorhomes are divided into Class A, B, and C vehicles. On average expect to pay $185 per night for Class A, $149 per night for Class B and $179 per night for Class C. Towable RVs include 5th Wheel, Travel Trailers, Popups, and Toy Hauler. On average, in Gilbert, AZ, the 5th Wheel trailer starts at $70 per night. Pricing for the Travel Trailer begins at $60 per night, and the Popup Trailer starts at $65 per night.
Do you need to be a certain age to rent an RV in Gilbert?Yes. The minimum age is 25 to be eligible to get an RV Rental in Gilbert from RVshare.
Does RVshare have emergency roadside assistance?Yes. Every RV rental booked through RVshare receives 24/7 emergency roadside assistance.
Does RVshare offer one way RV rentals in Gilbert?Yes. Prior to renting any RV, check with the owner since not all will offer this particular option.
