The first settlers arrived in Yuma in the 1540s. During their exploration of the area, the settlers also came across Native Americans and called them Yumas, Spanish for smoke, because smoke from their cooking fires clouded the region. Father Eusebio Kino arrived in the region in the following century to develop missions and conduct further exploratory expeditions, which led to the mapping out of many areas, including Yuma, in the maps of New Spain. The location was under Mexico's administration later in the 1780s when it finally received its independence.
Over the years, more and more people came to work in the region’s bustling mine industry. The U.S. army raided strategic northern areas, forcing Mexico to surrender large territories, including a massive part of Arizona. The army established Fort Yuma in 1852 on Indian Hill. Later, they decided to use the area as a distribution point, with the U.S. Army Quartermaster Depot acting as the center of operations. The area received its first stage road in 1857 and was first incorporated in 1871 as Arizona City. Its name was later changed back to Yuma in 1873.
The city has undergone immense growth to be where it is today. Yuma currently covers about 120 square miles with about 97,300 residents. While in Yuma, stop and visit Gateway Park or West Westlands Park. Also, take in the tastes of the city's many world-class restaurants, retail centers, and entertainment venues.
Spirit of Yuma Feast – Join other thousands of people at this annual January event to celebrate Yuma's heritage, beautiful places, food, and music.
Yuma River Daze – Time your visit in February to have fun at this festive occasion. Guests from all parts of the world attend this event to enjoy a full day of live music, and local food and drinks.
Tacos and Tunes Music Festival – Have fun at this upcoming event, considered one of the region's largest food and entertainment events. It takes place in September every year.
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 Yuma, 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 Yuma?Yes. The minimum age is 25 to be eligible to get an RV Rental in Yuma 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 Yuma?Yes. Prior to renting any RV, check with the owner since not all will offer this particular option.