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Wild Burro Desert Retreat

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· Marana, Pima, Arizona
5 acres hosted by Bob & Cindy M.
1 RV site
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Bob & Cindy is a Star Host
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All to yourself
100% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.
Near Saguaro National Park
Within a 60-minute drive from the Red Hills Visitor Center.
We are empty-nesters enjoying our retirement years on our 5 beautiful acres in Marana, AZ. We are conveniently located just 7.7 miles (15 minutes) east of I-10.' *Please note: We do not allow tent, truck, or car camping. All guests must have a self contained, trailer, RV, or camper van with a working toilet. We do have both water and 30 amp hook ups. (No sewer, but there are dump stations within 15-20 minutes of us.) We enjoy traveling in our trailer and have recently determined that we would love to provide a convenient, beautiful and peaceful camping experience for others! We have beautiful mountain views and are adjacent to the Tortolita Preserve. (2,400 acres) The reserve offers trails for hiking, biking, or horseback riding. We have cleared a portion of our land, far enough away from our home, in order for our guests to experience a taste of desert beauty and privacy. If you enjoy wildlife, know that it is very likely you will see cottontail rabbits, jack rabbits, javelina, and more. You may wish to visit the Ritz Carlton - Dove Mountain which is just a short 6.3 miles up the hill. There, you can enjoy a delicious meal and/or the best of golfing. Dove Mountain Brewing is 2.7 miles down the hill and offers locally handcrafted beer! Enjoy the best beer and grilled food while playing darts or watching your favorite sports team on TV. The best thing about our property is the feeling of being secluded yet having everything else nearby. There is certainly no shortage of things to do and no shortage of desert beauty here at the Wild Burro Desert Retreat! PLEASE NOTE: We do not allow tent camping nor camping in trucks or cars. All guests must have a self contained trailer or RV. Thank you!Come and enjoy beautiful mountain views, lush desert vegetation, peace and quiet, and more! We border the Tortolita Preserve and we have the most amazing sunsets! We offer both water and 30amp hook ups/no sewer however, there are dump stations located approximately 20 minutes away. ~ Please note: We are unable to accept tent campers and all camper vans must be self contained and equipped with toilets.  Please be sure to tell us what you will camping in when you make your booking request. Thank you!
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Maura A.recommends
February 19, 2024
Wild Burro Desert Retreat
Peaceful.
Amazing sunrises and sunsets -- and perfect days in between.
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Sandra T.recommends
February 12, 2024
Wild Burro Desert Retreat
Wild Burro Desert Oasis
We had a wonderful experience at Bob & Cindy’s campsite! The site is secluded but not isolated as there are neighbours around. It is down the road from a nature preserve and a first class resort. There are hiking trails close by and access to mountains. Bob and Cindy made us feel very welcome with their excellent communication and much appreciated treats and notes. We never actually met in person but they always responded to messages and live on the property (not visible from campsite). The site itself is thoughtfully set up with water, electricity, trash cans, picnic table, and a sweet little desert path. We thank Bob and Cindy for creating this fabulous oasis in the desert. It is quite special and we will return next time we are in the area. We were in a 19 ft camper van.
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Julia Michelle K.recommends
January 10, 2024
Wild Burro Desert Retreat
We came back to this wonderful site and were again so happy with it! Great space, privacy, and location.
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Bryan V.recommends
December 29, 2023
Wild Burro Desert Retreat
Wild Burro Is Awesome!!
Wild Burro Desert Desert Retreat is away from it all but close to so much. You can certainly enjoy the peace and quite of the desert, take in a great mountain bike ride or hike a stone’s throw from your site in the Tortolita Preserve, find yourself shopping in 20 minutes or dining at the Ritz Carlton in 10 minutes. This site has it all. My wife and I spent three nights here between Christmas & New Years and enjoyed every minute. Bob & Cathy are great hosts who communicated in advance, answered a few email questions I had and even guided me in when we arrived. Although we never saw them we knew they were there if we needed anything.
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Julia Michelle K.recommends
December 21, 2023
Wild Burro Desert Retreat
Great location and lots of space
What a wonderful spot! Normally, the get this much space to yourself you need to boondock, but here you have space plus power and water. Also, it’s great to have the Tortolita Preserve within a short walk. We loved it!
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Bonnie L.recommends
November 28, 2023
Wild Burro Desert Retreat
Desert Oasis
We've stayed here for three years in a row and are never disappointed. The camp spot is always pristine when we arrive, and is tucked away so we feel like we have our own little bit of desert. It is quiet and private. The location is ideal, being across the road from a nature preserve. Highly recommend a stay here!
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Marana, Pima, Arizona, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of O’odham Jeweḍ, Sobaipuri, Tohono O’odham, and Hohokam First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Bob & Cindy M.Joined in October 2019
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