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Mexico RV Guide

Congrats! You finally found him. You found THE guy you’ve been looking for… Mexico Mike someone who actually knows what they are talking about and will shoot it to you straight about taking your RV to Mexico.

Mexico Mike, a veteran travel guide, is all about the nitty gritty details of expat life and auto adventuring in Mexico. Reading Mike’s guides is like talking to a nice guy you haphazardly met at your favorite diner and you
hit it off with him right away. He comes across humble and low-key, but you can tell immediately he knows his stuff. He casually mentions that he’s been traveling there since he was a kid. And nothing against Mike, but (like the rest of us) it’s been a little while since he was a kid.

There’s nothing better than running into a veteran traveler that can give you the down and dirty, real-life intel on an area you are headed to in your RV. That’s exactly what Mike can do for you.

The table below is your connection to Mike and our information guides on RV’ing in each region of Mexico. Simply click on the link to get more details on that specific area. (And when we say details, we mean details!)
In each of our guides, Mexico Mike tells you the truth and answers your real questions like:

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  • Is that RV park shady (literally and figuratively)?
  • Is it gated and does it have security?
  • Is WiFi available? How well does it really work?
  • Who stays in this park? Are there caravans?
  • Do I need a reservation? Are pets allowed?
  • How long can my rig be for this park and is it easy to get in and out of?
  • Are restaurants and markets close by?
  • Am I going to be able to sleep or is it one big party?

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Places to Park your RV in this Region

Insider Tips from travel pro, Mexico Mike

  • Club Nautico
  • New Samula Trailer Park
  • Kin Ha
  • Rancho Sabacche
  • Villas del Mar
  • Rainbow RV Park
  • Valladolid
  • Acamaya Reef RV Park
  • Camping Cancun RV
  • Acamaya Reef Caravan Park
  • Paa Mul RV Park & Cabañas
  • Xpu-Ha Campground
  • Glamping Xpu-Ha
  • Cocalitos Bacalar
  • Panto-Ha
  • Yax-Ha RV Resort

The state of Yucatan is Mexico’s newest, most popular ex-pat hub. The whole peninsula is a favorite destination of RV caravans.

Whether you arrive by caravan or after a meandering route following your nose, you will stay in the same RV parks and enjoy the same hospitality of the Yucatecos, Mayans, and immigrants from all over Mexico who came to work here.

Check out the linked guide for the specific parks that caravans use.

  • Rancho Bugambilias RV Resort
  • El Manglar Trailer Park
  • Real de la Palma RV Park Ixtapa
  • RV Park
  • Troncones RV Park and Casa Canela
  • H. Playa Azul
  • Hotel Playa del Aguila

These are the most established, “regular” RV parks in the area. There are many less organized, suitable for small rigs or camper vans, or pickup trucks only. These are usually right on the beach with limited facilities.

Still, those who stay in them usually rave about them. One caveat – do not save a few pesos and camp on the beach. While this is a pretty safe area, being stupid anywhere usually gets you in trouble.

Also, I’ve noticed a number of restaurants with camping have pit bulls and resident drunks, who like their music loud from 10 PM to 3 AM. If you’re going to try an “unauthorized” camping spot, check it out before you decide.

  • Little Rig Trailer Park
  • Heaven’s Gate
  • Delia’s RV & Trailer Park
  • Flamingo Trailer Park
  • Paraiso del Pescador Bungalows & RV Park
  • El Oasis Trailer Park
  • El Dorado RV Park
  • Tiburon RV Park
  • Villas & Bungalows Tlaquepaque
  • Resort
  • Savage RV Campamento
  • El Caracol Camino
  • Bungalows & TP El Pequeñito
  • Paraiso
  • Ron’s RV Park
  • Pretty Sunset Trailer Park
  • Sayulita Trailer Park & Bungalows
  • Hotel Costa Bahia
  • Tachos TP
  • Trailer Park Puerto Vallarta
  • Rancho Sol Y Mar
  • Boca Beach Camping & Trailer Park
  • QúeMex RV et Trailer Park
  • Bungalows Laguna del Tule
  • Playa TP
  • VIP Trailer Park

Today Mexico’s Riviera Nayarit and Jalisco offer more choices in RV parks than any other part of mainland Mexico. The area has long had a reputation for safety for tourists and for acceptance of different lifestyles. Things to do in this region:

  1. Explore a rainforest
  2. Climb an active volcano in Colima
  3. Follow exotic birds in the wild
  4. Visit or volunteer at turtle hatcheries
  5. Indulge yourself in sport fishing
  6. Meditate in calm waters
  7. Surf in decent waves
  8. Re-discover nightlife
  9. Enjoy gourmet food
  10. Discover art (both native and modern)
  • Delia’s Trailer Park in Etzatlán
  • San Jose del Tajo, Guadalajara
  • Jocotepec* (Lake Chapala)
  • Chimulco Trailer Park

*one of the nicest parks in Mexico

Jalisco has such a variety of RV parks that I divided them into two articles. Once you leave Nayarit state heading south, the scenery and your choices of RV parks become more varied. Most everyone knows the beach towns around Vallarta. But for variety, check out some parks in the central part of Jalisco. Even if you are a beach lover, a little variety could spice up your love life.

Hotel and RV Park, Playa Miramar
Playa Amor RV Park
Stoner’s Surf Camp
Paraiso Miramar Hotel & RV Park
Los Cocos RV Park
El Chaco
Koala in Santa Maria del Oro
Nayarit*

Driving your RV to Nayarit you’ll want to know which RV Parks to expect and how to get to them. Heading south of the state of Sinaloa, the scenery begins its transition to semi-tropical. Thick greenery grows to the edge of the road. Though not a rainforest, in a few spots, trees arch over the 2-lane blacktop, forming a canopy, briefly blocking the sun.

* This spot is for rigs under 30 ft. (the curvy road is difficult for larger rigs)—The town of Sta. Maria is set on the edges of a volcanic lake, a rarity in Mexico. From a hilltop overlook coming into town, the layout is picture-postcard-perfect. Deep blue water, terra-cotta roofs on villas ringing the lake. Few foreigners know about Sta. Maria.

Celestino RV Resort
Villa Celeste Resort
Villas Tortuga Cabañas & RV Park
The Punta San Miguel
Baraka RV
San Fernando RV
The Jaibas RV
Mar-A-Villas
Mar Rosa
The California Trailer Park
Tres Amigos RV

Note: Sadly, a fire destroyed an old favorite, Punta Cerritos this spring. It was popular with annual lessors and ex-pats. Whether it will reopen, we don’t know yet.

Mazatlán differs from most beach towns in Mexico. It is certainly different from the ones in Sonora. It is a city, fishing and cargo port. Even if foreign tourism stopped coming to town, Mazatlán would survive.

Prices are more reasonable than at other beach resorts, both for hotels and RV parks.

If you’re a deep-sea fisherman, Mazatlán claims to be the billfish capital of Mexico.

There are more than 100 RV-friendly parks throughout Baja California. Here are just a handful worth checking out in this region:

  • Baja California Sur AquaMarina RV Park, Beautiful, waterfront setting with lush and well-maintained grounds.
  • East Cape RV Resort,Spacious, extra-large lots, some of them pull-through. Right on the Sea of Cortez and lots of palm trees for shade. Plus extras like WIFI and organized day trips for fishing or sight-seeing.
  • Loreto Shores RV Park, Reputation for being the safest RV park in Loreto. Good showers and extras like pool, laundry, WIFI, clubhouse with bar and kitchen.
  • Mario’s RV Park, 40 full hook up spots with tap water, electricity and sewage. Guerrero Negro
  • Mountain Shadow RV Park, A clean, safe, fun, and care-free environment for adults, no pets.
  • Playa Norte RV Park, Clean washrooms, private showers, and coin laundry; right on the beach.
  • Tango Azul Resort & RV Park, Spacious area for up to 10 RVs or trailers, and 7-10 tents.

Beautiful scenery, gorgeous weather — Baja California Sur makes for an epic road trip. The route is well served by RV parks with superior amenities and 24/7 security.

Tips and Tricks for RVing Baja Sur:

  • Take spare parts with you. Replacement parts such as trailer tires and diesel truck parts can be tricky to acquire in Mexico.
  • Make sure your cell phone works in Mexico. If you need to call roadside assistance you will need a cell phone.
  • Stay in RV parks that are within walking distance of town amenities. You’ll get a bit of exercise in while picking up supplies and see a bit of the local color. Or bring your bike!
  • Be prepared for rougher roads. Roads can be narrow and twisting along Mexico 1 from Tijuana to Cabo San Lucas.
  • For large RVs and motorhomes (and if you are towing), the Mexicali East border crossing is an easy one to use — there’s plenty of space and this crossing avoids the congestion of town.
  • Los Olivos RV Park
  • Playa Saldamando
  • Rancho Ojai – Tecate
  • Costa Carel RV Park
  • Club de Pesca RV Park
  • El Valle RV Park
  • Dolisa Trailer Park & Hotel
  • KunKaak RV Park
  • Playa de Cortes Hotel & Trailer Park
  • Playa del Oro
  • The Reef RV Park
  • Totonaka RV Park

Don’t get locked out of your campground! Many RV parks require you check-in by a particular time before they close the gates for the night. Make sure you get to your campsite with plenty of time for check-in. Pack snacks!

  • Dolisa Trailer Park & Hotel
  • Polo Acosta Trailer Park & Hotel
  • KunKaak RV Park
  • Playa de Cortes Hotel & Trailer Park
  • Playa del Oro
  • The Reef RV Park
  • Totonaka RV Park

Sonora is a favorite RV destination for Americans and Canadians. It costs less than Baja and the north is similar geographically. For a stunning vacation, take a look at these RV parks in Sonora. Neatly sandwiched between the stunning Sea of Cortez and its crystal white beaches and Arizona, Sonora, Mexico is the second-largest state in Mexico and a tourist’s dream. Not only does the thriving tourist destination offer unfettered access to the Gold Coast, but its mainland infrastructure is easy to navigate and enjoy.

Isla Aguada, Campeche is overlooked by most visitors to the Yucatan Peninsula. Freedom Shores is an ADA standard wheelchair-accessible 4-star hotel and RV park on Isla Aguada. The rooms and the grounds are easily negotiated by travelers with mobility issues. It was designed and built based on the real-world experiences of the original owner, Bill Bussear.  Bill was a United States Marine who became a quadriplegic from a diving accident on his way to Viet Nam. Eventually, he moved to Mexico.

This is a special place with a special story. Bill tells it best himself Read it here.

Eight of the RV spaces are close enough to the beach that you can hear the sound of the surf in your unit. All 35 have EWS with 15/30 amps. The sites are attractive and set amidst 50-year-old Canary Island pine trees.

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