Quartzsite, Arizona
is a unique desert town that transforms into a vibrant hub during the winter months, attracting over two million visitors, primarily RV enthusiasts and snowbirds.
Nestled at the intersection of Interstate 10 and Highway 95, just 17 miles from the California border, Quartzsite is renowned as the “Rock Capital of the World,” offering a plethora of gem and mineral shows, including the famous Tyson Wells Rock and Gem Show.
The town’s population swells from around 4,000 residents to a bustling mobile community as people flock to enjoy its warm winters, abundant outdoor activities, and extensive Bureau of Land Management (BLM) camping areas.
Visitors can explore numerous swap meets, partake in live music events, or venture into the stunning Sonoran Desert on ATV trails. With its quirky charm and rich history—dating back to its days as a watering stop for travelers—Quartzsite promises a memorable experience for all who visit.
The Map Below Shows All Gas Stations and clicking on the Larger Map you can see all the current fuel prices. ↓ ↓ ↓ ↓
Finding your way around town
This Guide
This guide was published after 10 years of coming to Quartzsite and discovering so much information that I wish I’d known in that first year.
Click the button above to go to the “About Page” and shoot us a comment in the contact form, if you find an error, an update or just want to discuss the weather. Your help is greatly appreciated.
3 Helpful Tips
- See the instructions on the "About Page" and you will be ahead of most users.
- See the basic map below and you will know where some crucial resources are located.
- Visit our store and maybe pick up a nifty quartzsite tee.
Walk around Quartzsite -First Person Street View
This is a first person street view from google maps. It’s great for orienting yourself before you even get here.
The block is fully interactive or just click the upper black box.
click and drag your mouse in the direction you want to go, using the cursor as an arrow to indicate your movement;
you can also use the arrows on the compass to move left or right, and zoom in/out by scrolling your mouse wheel or using the +/– buttons; to jump between streets, click the “Back to Map” option in the bottom left corner and select a new street with the blue highlighted areas.
Key points:
Move around: Click and drag the mouse in the desired direction.
Change view angle: Drag the mouse to look around.
Zoom in/out: Scroll your mouse wheel or use the +/– buttons.
Jump to a different street: Click “Back to Map” and select a new location.