Shady Dell
  Hello and greetings from Bisbee, Arizona, a mile-high historic copper mining town in the Mule Mountains, a stone's throw from the Mexican border. Founded in 1880, Bisbee was home to the famous and infamous, and was considered to be the hottest spot between El Paso and San Francisco.

Today, Bisbee is quaint and captivating with its historic buildings, museums, art galleries, antique shops, hidden walkways, mild climate, and tales of its rich past. Its close proximity to the Chiricahua National Forest and Ramsey Canyon Nature Conservancy provides wonderful opportunities for rock hunting, hiking, bird watching and exploring the wonders of the high desert.

The Shady Dell began its history in 1927, providing trailer and camping spaces to travelers of Hwy. 80, which stretched from San Diego, California to Savannah, Georgia. Today, the Shady Dell is a combination of the traditional and unique. Part of the park is equipped with full RV hookups for the modern day traveler, while the other part is a step back in time.

A sleek lineup of vintage aluminum travel trailers is available for overnight or weekly rental. This collection includes a 1949 Airstream, 1950 Spartanette, 1950 Spartan Manor, 1954 Crown, and 1951 Royal Mansion among others.

Interiors are rich blonde wood or highly polished aluminum, and every effort has been made to keep the decor original. Cassette tapes of big band, early rhythm and blues, and favorite old radio programs are provided for play in reproduction vintage radios. Each trailer is equipped with a propane stove, refrigerator and electric percolator. All dishes and linens are furnished.

Some trailers have original black-and-white televisions and phonographs with a selection of vintage records. Magazines and books from the period are provided. Outside each trailer is a grassy yard with lounge chairs. Barbecue grills are available. The park restrooms with hot showers are spacious and clean, and decorated with memorabilia from the heyday of the travel trailer.

Also located on the premises is Dot's Diner, a 1957 Valentine 10 stool model that was featured in Gourmet Magazine. It has been lovingly restored to its original art deco splendor. Shady Dell guests and townsfolk alike can enjoy a home-cooked breakfast or lunch 7 days a week. The phone number is (520) 432-1112.

  • Rates are for single or double occupancy. Applicable sales and lodging taxes are additional.
  • Some trailers can accommodate 3 persons for an additional charge.
  • We cannot accommodate children under the age of 10 because of the delicate vintage furnishings and lack of child-proofing in the trailers. Well-behaved older children are welcome.
  • Payment in the form of a credit card, check or money order for the first night's stay is required within 7 days of booking the reservation.
  • Cancellations require 10 days notice. On shorter notice, you will be charged for the first night if the trailer is not re-rented.
  • Check-In: Anytime after 2:00 p.m.
  • Check-Out: 11:00 a.m.
  • Smoking and pets are not permitted.
  • Telephone and laundry facilities are provided.
 



For Reservations Contact:
Shady Dell RV Park
1 Old Douglas Road
Bisbee, AZ 85603

Phone: (520) 432-3567
reservations@theshadydell.com


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