Quartzsite, Arizona: The Ultimate Nomads Paradise With Free Camping & Events 2025

[@bigtexnick2188]

This is probably the best "This is Quartzsite" video out there. Your camera work is great, voice calm and informative, and the entire video makes it very appealing without bumpy camera work or random mumbling about this or that. Good job. It felt like riding around a new area with an old friend, surrounded by good vibes.

[@wanderingjeepsy]

@bigtexnick2188 thank you so much!

[@PhyllisMiller-e5z]

As a 66 year old with arthritis and back issues that keep me from traveling, please know how much you and your travels mean to me. You so unselfishly share the beauty of nature with awesome landscape.pan and drone views. You are transparent, pure and lovely just as you are. Thank you for taking us with you and for all the info you share. God bless you, little one and your travels! 🏜️

[@stonemadein]

Wow! My van is packed, old, and revving to go. Leaving NW cali monday. Fingers crossed. Sure hope to see your face up close. Probably make it the 8th.....just in time. Been a while but i have many years going to Quartzite. Im a rock and gem girl...70, but not always aware of it. Ha! Thanks Sarah for the upbeat energy on This day. Praying all travelers stay safe, alert, and happy.

[@stonemadein]

Closer to town fills up first........in a vehicle, traffic going in town gets crazy during the shows. Bikes are the bomb if your vendor bound.

[@Lois-o1f]

😊💙

[@judyconnelly6919]

I can't go this year but I really want to go next year. This video was a lot of help, thanks!!!

[@monkfrank9607]

I’ll be there Thursday 🎉

[@soleyrivera7855]

Great video Sarah. I have been enjoying watching your videos. In November 2018, I took off to Arizona in my campervan with my 3 year old green cheek conure parrot. I was a lil anxious and worried, but actually way more excited driving all the way from the east coast. What delicious freeedom I felt once my nerves settled down. I ended up staying my first night in Arizona at Scadden Wash. There was a little 🎄tree to my right of where I ended up parking. I called it my little tree. I met other travelers and some of us still remain in contact through texting and phone calls. I have great great memories celebrating Christmas in the Arizona desert 🏜 with 5 strangers. I moved around in Arizona between different blm land. campgrounds. I even took a break and stayed at an RV park for 1.5 months. It was nice being able to plug into luxuries like water and electricity. Missed the quietness, wildness and excitement of boondocking while parked at the RV park, so I left and went back to staying offgrid. Also visited and stayed at the Indian Resevation in Parker, Arizona. The drive to Lake Havasu from Parker was breathtaking. Sedona's red rocks and sand are beautiful. Will stop here, too much to list. For those thinking of traveling, don't be afraid to get out. You'll be glad you did. My parrot passed away while in Arizona during my first trip. I cried like a baby. I adopted a Yorkie-poo 🐶 while in Lake Havesu. Plan on returning to Arizona, but it will be in my Subaru as it will be much cheaper on gas. ❤

[@Kath55]

God bless you Sarah! Another great video and you definitely have a way with words! ❤☺️

[@Turnt420awoo]

I’m in Joshua Tree trying to work up the courage to leave San Diego .. my hubby got laid off the day after the election so now would be a good time to scramdaddle 🎉 we spent a month in Big Bear/Lake Arrowhead but Xmas priced us out. Everyone is saying go to Arizona cuz it’s cheaper but we lived off grid for 4 years in the Jacumba mountains lol kinda done ✅ anyway thanks for the info I dunno why but the older you get the harder it is to ride out to the unknown 🥹.. safe travels ❤

[@CiscoandPancho]

Be well get out. We take care of each other... WalkINBeauty.

[@Turnt420awoo]

@@CiscoandPancho thank you sometimes you just need that little encouragement that even just a stranger on the internet can give you ❤️

[@scottsouza8479]

And here we go.. You're awesome narration to start the video.. I love it so much.. you have the most calming awesome voice.. honestly I think you can do something very special with that.. and the music is outstanding.. I absolutely love you girl.. keep up the great work..♥️♥️♥️

[@wanderingjeepsy]

Thank you!

[@Nightowl-OO]

Hope you enjoy Quartzite, been catching up with friends there for several years. Great little place to catch up, but the town gets crazy congested during the RV show mid Jan to mid Feb, big tent is open. Check out Silly Al’s for pizza, yacht club for good eats, and Beer Belly for some live music and brew. I just returned from Quartzite. Safe travels

[@bkbland1626]

Howdy. I was there for a while, but then I got bugged by the herd, so I left. Back next year, unless I'm dead.

[@paulsimonds9270]

What a nice little tour of Quartzsite. It looks like a nice place to visit and I hope you have a good time too. Be safe.

[@sydneyvrana]

Me too I’m in Quartzsite BLM for my first time as a retired teacher. Met lots of nice people. Great neighbours. My appartement is 30 minutes north of Montreal Quebec Canada. Not a full time nomad boon docker but 4 and a half months travelling all over North America and will drive back to my appartement in Montreal during mid April when the weather gets nice at my home. It’ll be great to meet you at the RTR and or the big tent. Have a great visit here. I’m a musician.

[@topofhelist6592]

Just built out a minivan. Just got to quartzite. Really enjoy seeing the creative ways people rig out their vehicles. And how they live it’s a culture.

[@simon-zh3qb]

Appears to be a paradox that place,lots of people searching for solitude together🙃

[@kellybenhart3244]

Rock hunter paradise.

[@forevermetalartm.winegart]

Traveling & wandering, this everchaning beautiful desert, the fellow travelers and most of all...being free and living life...only in this Beautiful country of ours. Be safe and ENJOY LIFE !

[@bluewave7120]

I love the wide open landscape & skyline out there Absolutely beautiful! 💕

[@debrajubran613]

We go every year Saw your jeep last year but couldn’t find you to meet you Hopefully this year ❤ Safe travels 🥰

[@claytonbrown8231]

💋💋🤗🤗💞💞looking very lovely Sarah. Wonderful share.

[@jamespazera3038]

I love solitude moments😊

[@yuccavalleynan2074]

Gorgeous drone coverage & info Jeepsy! Stay safe & enjoy❣️

[@badgerpa9]

Excellent video young Lady. I wish I was there, it is single digit and below zero at night, pretty cold. I hope you stay safe and healthy. I want to get the longer pass and stay in the area a couple months next year, get out of the cold. Only bad thing about the area is all the places sand gets.

[@larrywatson330]

You're getting really good at the opening monolog, it's very deep and spiritual. I appreciate the thought and poetic flow of it. You're the real deal, happy travels!

[@nature10879]

All I can say is Thank you so much Sarah for taking us along as always

[@klbriceno1]

awesome tour, have a great and safe time

[@Devonellah]

Fantastic video -- And looking at the Crystals and Gems -- an amazing time for sure!!! 💓 You make me so excited to travel again someday!!! 🌠🌠🌠🌠🌠🌠🌠

[@stonemadein]

@@Devonellah gonna battle some pains to get there, but can't wait to bask in the ..., not rainy weather and re generate with the suns energy and being around some stone people

[@soonerjhtravels]

Thanks Sarah! Stay safe & Healthy, dont get sick!

[@KennyLeeandBellBell]

It's my first time in quartzsite. I happy to be out of the oregon winter. I already have a music gig at Tyson wells. Jan. 17th. 11.am. Thanks for the video.

[@lauraslanesvanlifetravels]

I'm hoping to maybe get a job somewhere out there for the summer, I live in Phoenix and cannot STAND another summer here! I HATE LIVING IN PHOENIX! But, I cannot afford to live in any apartment anywhere right now w/the rents sky high so I just want to try to get into van life, it's hard to start off with little to no money and just taking such a big chance w/out emergency funds, I've had the worst luck in life with cars also...so trying to get enough together before the summer, then trying to get a job either in cali, oregon or washington for the summer, I want to see the northwest the most though!

[@garyarnett1220]

This is excellant Sarah, been watching you for years/ Becoming a poet are we? Great intro and ending.

[@goldpanvanman]

Great video, so well done 😊

[@Valerygallery]

Happy New Year to you and little one! Wish you love, peace, joy, health, and prosperity in 2025! I love this video it was a lot of fun to find out all these facts about Quartzite. I would like to go there sometime.❤

[@guyburgess5337]

I have been going to Quartzsite and area for years. Great place. I have met so many wonderful people. Great video.

[@davidbailey239]

Quartsite is awesome place it's great out there

[@cargotrailereric6738]

It was good to meet you but the dog park last year. I’m camp hosting in Texas and miss the desert. Kodak wildlife refuge is my favorite. I was also impressed with Ajo Arizona. Never new the desert could be so beautiful. Enjoy!

[@cargotrailereric6738]

Kofa wildlife refuge ( damn spell check)

[@CarolLapham]

So very beautiful ❤️

[@DieSchweigers]

Hello, a very beautiful and adventurous video in the remote wilderness. Best regards 😊👍🔔

[@StevenSkidmore-hw8dg]

Very good video , thinks for sharing all that , and have a great blessed day AMEN .

[@campvanrvadventures]

VERY NICE

[@johnrogers6291]

Sounds like this town is a real ‘Hidden Gem’. Thanks for sharing Sarah.😊

[@lawrenceharp6396]

Nice place, so glad you were able to spend some time there! Rock Hound Paradise :)

[@franksrailsphotographyllc]

I'm going to miss out on Quartzfest this year unfortunately. I am part of the Burning Ham community there! I hope you have fun!

[@joaniekelly9005]

What a wonderful video! I learned quite a few things, thank you!

[@MikeHerd-c6j]

have a great day

[@rodgercottrill3342]

Cool get er done. Wow what a place

[@theburtseoni]

It sure beats being in Kansas and the midwest about now! Don't get sunburned Sarah!

[@peacedove9513]

STAY HEALTHY

[@borandell9915]

Happy New Year Sarah. Love the videos. Safe travels.❤❤

[@EduardoRodriguez-od9on]

That's a beautiful place thanks for sharing and be safe out there.

[@hypknowthismofo4604]

Excellent and informative Content...Thanks!!! Be Safe and Blessed as you Wander!!! 😎🤙

[@ChiefRonoftheLostArizona]

Run like the water, Fly like the wind.Thx

[@charlesbritzman501]

Thanks for the quick overview. I’ve often heard of the Quartzsite thing, but posts like this give me a closer look.

[@keithsmith5998]

David The Campulance Man and his dog Lefty are staying out there now for several weeks. His RV is a converted ambulance. Give him a visit.

[@rickycherry3881]

Awesome video love watching your videos

[@Nay-nay-4]

I do hope I can go on a journey soon. I took care of my mom for 5 years with dementia and last 8 months on hospice. I’m 50 and have a 31 and 27 and 5 littles. It’s time I find out who I am. I know I’m a daughter, mom, grandmother and even friend! But who is me? Where and what do I want for my life now that I’m 50?

[@thepetridish9380]

Great podcast, watching from Australia. ❤

[@kellybenhart3244]

Safe travels. Stay warm stay well. Hugs from So Cal.

[@deertracks7223]

So sorry for what you and Lil-one. Hope she got the Vet to look at her by now. Hang in there Gal. Be strong for her.

[@clairemcgregor6748]

@deertracks7223 what happened to her little one

[@georgetyler2497]

Search Sarah's youtube live this morning.

[@clairemcgregor6748]

Aww Is what happened to you and the little one

[@rthenson7324]

Hello Sarah. I spent almost my last money to spend 1-24 in the Q. Camped out of my 99 red Durango at Hi Jolly. What a great free feeling experience. I'll cherish the memories for the rest of my life.

[@rthenson7324]

I watched your videos while I was out there. Was hoping to bump into ya then. Never did. Cute lady, you are.

[@leerod]

Cool place,watching from Bali😊❤

[@charleshicks3492]

Happy New Year 😎⭐️⭐️

[@topofhelist6592]

Tried going to the magic circle. Wasn’t sure how far back it was wanted to meet people to hang out with.

[@chrisnilood5145]

Hey thanks so much that was an awesome vid! I am leaving Tuesday from North Idaho to come down there for my first ever trip to Q. The drive you did around the different areas was great info to have. I def plan on being away from the crowds largely. Your videos of you and your adorable little one have been inspirational to me and my decision to finally-after years of wanting to-finally hit the road. Hope to see you around thanks so much ! Chris

[@MissouriCoastFisheries-q3k]

Sarah, I love the opening narration! It sets your approach apart from others and had my attention from the start. I hope all is well in your world and look forward to seeing your videos! Safe travels and stay free!

[@nancy.lauderdale]

Every year, my sister goes Quartsite, to the gem and rock show and buys all kinds of rocks and gemstones. I told her i wanted to go with her this year and maybe get a chance to meet you. But i think the gemstone show start in late January beginning of February.

[@ToeniyaRadford]

Thank you for sharing 🦋🐝❤️

[@VaporiumSedona]

Looking Happy! Bless you Jeepsy :)

[@deborahparker6042]

❤ I really enjoyed this video and all the information thank you so much! Hopefully someday I can attend it.

[@yelenakozorezov6587]

Thanks I would like be there too maybe next January I will be visiting 💕💕💕💕🐶🐶🐶🐶🐶🐶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🌺🌺🌺🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@philonline247]

I saw you the other day 😁😁 maybe I'll get a chance to say hey one day

[@wanderingjeepsy]

Please come say hi if you ever see me out! I love meeting everyone! 🙂

[@amexna]

Great video and great info! Thanks, Jeepsy!

[@jburnett8152]

So beautiful out there. 🧡

[@TomTammyOffGridHomestead]

With all the non-resident people, I'm betting they leave quite a mess. Between human waste and garbage, not all people are considerate and some ruin it for all. 😥😥😥The good is often ruined by the bad.

[@debrafarewell9195]

another inspiration video. Wish you all the best.

[@monkfrank9607]

I’ll be there Thursday 🎉

[@clairemcgregor6748]

Nice sky

[@Lois-o1f]

Yes!😊

[@chuckbrewington6817]

I need to get out there some day. Not a fan of people but after January looks like it calms down.

[@suezaple4950]

Thanks for the tour of Quartsite is it a desert ?, Certainly is a large area to camp out or spend the night . I think Id want to be tucked into the treed area out of wind and dust. We have similar here in Ontario and Canada in general we call it crown land , most have lakes and streams , Mountains on backroads we can stay 21 days before having to move a few yards . Interesting story re the compass to help the pilots . the mountains would be worth your while to see there. nice area for Little one to run. Thanks Sarah for showing us

[@BootstrappingBoondocker]

Quartzsite is all desert. If you head West to Ehrenberg (a few minutes), you can camp on BLM land on the Colorado river as well. Sarah @WanderingJeepsy did a video about that compass location last year (I think) on Plomosa Road.

[@bvanman]

Was out there for a couple days before Christmas, this was my 7th year. It seemed like a few more business's had closed and multiple others weren't going to open till after New Years. La Mesa RV wasn't attending this year, seemed slower out there than in years past..

[@BonnieMartin-s7s]

Enjoy I sooo wish I could be there

[@gregjo5141]

I'm going to have to check it out sometime.

[@jessejameshollywood2161]

It’s so funn going to Quartzite when your on your way to California from Phoenix

[@deborahreneelewis7280]

I remember when the Gem Show was there at Quartzsite in January. This was back in the 70s and 80s. I forget what happened and why the show moved. It is now in Tucson. I used to go out there every year and get quartz crystals.

[@Knuckles-s2q]

@@deborahreneelewis7280 hello. The gem show is still here. It started January 1. It goes to Tuscon after.

[@homelesstravelinglivingmyd9225]

LTVA South is where I am situated 🐪🌵❤️🙏

[@OverlandAddiction]

Id luv to see some quartsite about now😂😂. Its freezing 14 deg and windy in oklahoma today🥶🥶🥶

[@rodpointer2258]

Thanks, Sarah😃✌🏜

[@BlueHighwaysTraveler]

There's a cool fisherman intaglio on Plamosa really close to the Quartzsite compass.

[@Greg_Jones]

I'm in California waiting for your and Debs meet & greet date and time. I'd like to stop by and say Hi. First time in several years I didn't stop in Q just because the light was red!! 😊

[@garydavis6267]

Gazza b scraping his 2005 jeep cherokee sport Wednesday 😪😪🙏 aquired a toyota rav 4 in its place not as hard core but ok for now Sarah lol ideally a hilux truck one day ✌️🍄😎

[@lylegerling6607]

One guy that lives there and does travel videos said there are more of the arrows in the desert, he said they were for the bi planes that were the air mail runs. So it sounds like Patton was using old markers

[@ralphcastagnaro4930]

Hi Sarah I'm going to send you a gift, as soon as I can, I've been very busy, ❤

[@conniewolf7300]

If I had an RV and a few less dogs, I think I would venture out there!

[@earthwisdomhelps]

That is so lovely. I didn't know you got a new Jeep. Do you miss the old one or was it time to for change? I also wanted to ask you if you don't mind what do you eat like for dinner or lunch how much do you eat because you stay a very good weight. Weight.

[@Rick-ev5rp]

I'll pass on your camp site..... 🎉

[@kellybenhart3244]

HAPPY 🎉 NEW🎉 YEAR 🎉

[@gregv123]

Great video 📹 thanks for the 411 👍🏻👍🏻

[@tick_magnetedschaper5611]

That was nice!

[@teguhindra9116]

Nice video...

[@Woof341]

You have come a long way

[@skyepilotte11]

Always wanted to check out Quartzite...don't know if I could handle all the people though ! Camped once at Slab City by Niland, Ca. Salton Sea Crazy place... Thx Sarah

[@golds335]

Looks amazing only wish i was there

[@kylesbian3283]

I would love to be there right now..in Kentucky we're under a state of emergency..snow..sleet..and the low one day this week 9°..!!