Retirement is an opportunity to finally do all of the things that you did not have time for during your career years. Finding a suitable place to reside at this stage is an important part of maintaining a high quality of life. For many retirees, the RV lifestyle is an adventurous, affordable way to see the country’s most celebrated regions, meet new people, and try new things.

With the recent rise in popularity, RV enthusiasts can now find a range of all-ages RV parks and some that are targeted specifically towards retirees. The question is - which type of RV park is more enjoyable in retirement? Ultimately, it is up to each individual to choose the right atmosphere based on their needs.

Superstition Buttes is one of the top retirement communities in Arizona. We are a 55+ community, which is perfect for retired people who are looking for a scenic place to set up camp. Below we have listed a few differences between retirement and all-ages RV parks so that you can choose the best option for you.

Age appropriate activities

One of the most enjoyable things about renting out a spot at an RV park is the endless opportunities to sign up for activities. Depending on the region where the park is located, you can expect everything from hiking excursions to poker nights. At our retirement community in Arizona, we have tailored all of our activities to older adults, above the age of 55. At all-ages RV parks however, you can expect to find many child-friendly activities that may not be of interest to retirees. This of course, may be useful if you plan on hosting younger family members, however it may be more difficult to find activities that you can enjoy on your own or with your partner.

Young children on site

When you have young children, the goal is to source out vacation destinations and long-term accommodations that the whole family can enjoy together. However, those who are past this phase of life may not appreciate having young children running around when they are trying to relax and meet other people their age. This is of course, entirely dependent on your personal preference, however it is important to consider how the atmosphere may differ from a strictly 55+ community. 

Opportunity to meet fellow retirees

For retired people, staying in an RV park is a great opportunity to connect with fellow retirees and make like-minded friends who they can spend time with as they embark on new adventures. Joining a retirement community guarantees that you will meet new people each time you sign up for a group activity or spend time in the common areas. At all-ages RV parks however, it is difficult to predict the demographic, which means it may be more difficult to find people that you can relate to.

More availability

At popular RV parks like our retirement community in Arizona, it can be difficult to find availability if you do not reserve a spot in advance. This only becomes more difficult when you consider the wide range of groups that are interested in visiting all-ages RV parks. The beauty of retirement is that you are free to travel and visit the country’s greatest destinations at any time of the year. Younger people however, are much more likely to reserve spots at specific times such as summer break from grade school or during the holiday season. Staying at a retirement community eliminates these factors, ensuring greater availability year-round.

If you are newly retired, why not stay at our top-rated retirement community in Arizona? Contact us today to reserve your spot.