The Side of Quartzsite Nobody Talks About (Food, Pets, and Nomad Life)

Welcome back to Travels With Dottie.

Today I ride my e-bike straight into the heart of Quartzsite, Arizona’s massive Tyson Wells RV showgrounds to explore what’s really happening outside the Big Tent — the vendor rows, food courts, artists, pet markets, and the wild carnival-like energy that makes Quartzsite so unique.

This video was filmed using a 360-degree camera mounted to my bike, which means I can capture everything happening around me — from friendly vendors and incredible artwork to spontaneous viewer encounters and community moments you never see in polished RV tours.

Along the way, I run into:

RV YouTubers and long-time viewers

Handmade artisans and desert vendors

Pet Patio, Mean Maggie’s, Beer Bellies, and more

A surprise tiny home hidden right at the RV show

Quartzsite during show season isn’t just shopping — it’s a temporary city filled with nomads, creators, artists, and travelers. If you’ve ever wondered what it really feels like to walk through Tyson Wells during peak season, this video puts you right there.

Key Moments

Riding into town on the Quartzsite bike paths

Exploring Tyson Wells vendor rows

Food courts, donuts, burgers, and grilled cheese

Meeting viewers and friends

Pet Patio, dog gear, and gifts

Beer Bellies (the legendary adult daycare)

Chapters
00:00 Intro & ride into town
11:41 Start of the tour

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I use a DJI Action 5, an iPhone 15 Pro Max, the DJI Osmo Pocket 3, the Insta360 X5 and and the DJI Neo