Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find medical facilities?

The closest medical facility is 10 miles away at the Desert Senita Community Health Center in Ajo, AZ  The clinic has doctors, x-ray, lab, and emergency room facilities.   

9-1-1 services are available 24-hours a day, 7-days a week for emergencies.  Ambulance and helicopter transports to Casa Grande, Tucson, and Phoenix area hospitals are available, if necessary.

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How do I get heat in my camper or RV?

Most people with camping trailers or RV's use either  catalytic or

ceramic heaters, run with propane, to take the chill off during the cooler months and evenings. 

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Where is the nearest shopping area?

The nearest commercial area is 10 miles north of Why in Ajo, Arizona.  Ajo has a grocery store with deli, hardware store, satellite TV service, restaurants, gift shops, a laundromat, and much more. 

The nearest major shopping areas, including Wal-Mart stores, are in Casa Grande, Avondale, Tucson, and Phoenix. 

Are there any stores in Why?

Why has 2 restaurants, 2 gas stations, and a convenience store for you immediate needs

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Milepost 53 Cafe

Chevron Station

Texaco Station & Why Not Store

                                                                                                            X-Y Cafe

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How far is it to Phoenix?  Tucson? Casa Grande?

Avondale (a western suburb of Phoenix) is 100 miles north

Phoenix is 130 miles north.

Tucson is 120 miles east.

Casa Grande is 100 miles northeast.

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Can I watch TV?

Yes. However, you need a satellite to get good reception.  You also need to provide your own power for the TV.  For the most part, solar power is used by campers at Coyote Howls.  Since Coyote Howls has so much sunshine, you can run most small appliances from solar batteries. One common solar brand is Kyocera.

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Can I use a generator?

Yes, BUT hours are restricted.  They are 9:00 a.m. to Noon and 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. daily.  Generators are generally used to charge batteries.

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Where can I do laundry?

In Ajo, there is the Lemonbrite Laundromat on Hwy 85 across from Pizza Hut.

There are no laundry facilities in Why.

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Where is the nearest church?

A non-denominational "sing-spiration" is held on Sundays weekly during the Winter season at the Coyote Howls' community building.

Churches of many denominations are located in Ajo, AZ. 10 miles from the campground.

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Where can I exchange Canadian money?

Unfortunately,  the National Bank of Arizona in Ajo does NOT provide money exchange services, so money can only be exchanged in Tucson or Phoenix.

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Can I hike on the Tohono O'odam reservation?

Yes!  You can hike on the reservation and enjoy the beauty of the Sonoran desert.  However, you must practice a 'leave no trace' ethic. This means that you must NOT disrupt the landscape or carry anything out. 

ATV's are NOT allowed.

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How far is Rocky Point (Puerto Penasco) Mexico and what activities are available there?

Rocky Point, Sonora, Mexico, is a 90 mile drive from Coyote Howls.  You MUST buy Mexico Insurance before traveling into Mexico.  It is available at the gas stations in Why, multiple locations in Ajo, and at the border in Lukeville.

Activities in Rocky Point include RV Parks, restaurants, bars, beaches, deep sea fishing, dune riding, and more.  Check the Rocky Point website for more information.

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How do I make reservations? How much does it cost?

Reservations are NOT required at Coyote Howls Campgrounds. Sites are rented on a first come/first serve basis unless you have paid in advance.

Rates for Coyote Howls East Campground (taxes not included):

 *Contact Coyote Howls for further information.  Annual rates include the ability to have a storage shed  on your site and leave your camper or RV at the campground year-round.

Rates for Coyote Howls WEST Campground:

All rates shown below are subject to a 6.05% transient tax and a .50 (fifty cents) per-day RV tax.  There is a $25.00 security deposit for electricity on all but daily rates.

Space is NOT available for storage sheds at Coyote Howls West.

Email or Call Coyote Howls West for additional information.

** Electric usage is a pass-through charge and is based on what the electric utility charges. 

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Do you have group rates?

Coyote Howls East (dry camping) can accommodate just about any size group.  We have an area set aside especially for groups so everyone in  your entire party is located close to one another.

Group Rates for Coyote Howls East Campground (taxes not included):

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Can I reserve a space?

You can only reserve a space at Coyote Howls West if you pre-pay for your entire stay when you make the reservation.   Otherwise, spaces are given on a first come/ first serve basis

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Can I email from the parks?

YES, WiFi Internet Access is available from both Coyote Howls campgrounds.

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Where can I mail letters & pick up mail?

The nearest Post Office is in Ajo, 10 miles north of Why.  The zip code for Ajo is 85321.

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