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Do you love RVing but hate being so close to your RV park neighbors you can see what they\u2019re making for dinner? Maybe it\u2019s time for a little change of scenery. Sure, RV parks can offer organized events, plush amenities and hookups to make camping feel a lot more like being at home. But they can sometimes be crowded and come with campsite neighbors who haven\u2019t brushed up on their RV park etiquette<\/a>. If you\u2019re yearning for more wide open spaces, RV camping at wineries and farms might be the perfect solution for you.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n At campgrounds, you can sometimes roll up and grab a last minute spot for the night. But if you want to go RV camping at wineries and farms, you have to plan ahead. In this guide, we\u2019ll cover where to find these gorgeous campsites, how to use apps like Harvest Hosts and Boondockers Welcome, and how to make the most of your stay. 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Rather than staying at campsites that work with where you want to travel, travel to the campsites you want to stay at! You can find plenty of these spots in well-known wine destinations like Napa Valley, but there are plenty more underrated destinations around the US as well. Go wine tasting and cherry-picking in Traverse City, Michigan on your way to see Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore in the state\u2019s Upper Peninsula, or check sip a glass of red in Virginia\u2019s Shenandoah Valley during your trip to Shenandoah National Park.<\/p>\n These aren\u2019t the types of campsites you just stumble upon. You\u2019ll need to plan ahead for your trip to include this unique style of camping. While you can specifically choose areas like Oregon\u2019s Willamette Valley and New York\u2019s Finger Lakes which abound with wineries, there are actually plenty of spots around the country with scenic campsites. The key is knowing how to find them.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n So how *do* you find these stunning spots? We\u2019re glad you asked. The key to RV camping at wineries and farms is using a service like Harvest Hosts or Boondockers Welcome. These apps allow you to camp for free at private wineries, farms and other unique locations all across the country in exchange for an annual membership fee. Think Airbnb, but for RVers! While these campsites do not have hookups in most cases, what you lose in convenience you\u2019ll gain in seclusion, beautiful views and local experiences.<\/p>\n Harvest Hosts has a network of over 2800 wineries, farms, breweries, distilleries and other attractions across the lower 48, Alaska, Canada and Baja California that provide campsites for self-contained RVers. They simply ask that you purchase something local from the host to support their business. Boondockers Welcome, on the other hand, is comprised of private properties that welcome overnight campers. In both cases, you\u2019ll use their app to find hosts you\u2019d like to stay with during your RV travels. You\u2019ll reach out to the host ahead of time and ask for their availability. If the campsite is available, enjoy your stay and the gorgeous views that come along with it!<\/p>\n The best part? We\u2019ve got a 15% off link for you to use when you sign up for Harvest Hosts<\/a> or Boondockers Welcome<\/a>! Signing up at these links means 15% off the $99 yearly Harvest Hosts membership fee and the $50 Boondockers Welcome yearly membership fee. The Boondockers Welcome fee is going up to $79 a year in May 2022 so be sure to sign up before prices jump!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/www.harvest-hosts.com\/MMFT5D\/2CTPL\/” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Harvest Hosts” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#FFFFFF” button_bg_color=”#1C3F95″ button_font=”|||on|||||” button_use_icon=”off” custom_padding=”7px|50px|7px|50px|true|true” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/www.harvest-hosts.com\/MMFT5D\/6JHXF\/%20″ url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Boondockers Welcome” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#FFFFFF” button_bg_color=”#1C3F95″ button_font=”|||on|||||” button_use_icon=”off” custom_padding=”7px|50px|7px|50px|true|true” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n One of the expectations that comes along with booking a Harvest Hosts stay is that you\u2019ll purchase an item from the business you\u2019re staying with. Once you\u2019ve paid your membership dues, it\u2019s free to stay at these private campsites! But you are asked to spend a minimum of $20 supporting the business that is allowing you to stay free of charge. Since the businesses vary so much, this can mean a variety of things: buying a bottle of wine at a winery, fresh eggs on a farm or admission at a museum.<\/p>\n Be courteous and show your appreciation for the generosity of the Harvest Host by supporting their business. You may pay $30 for a bottle of wine, but you\u2019d pay as much per night at a campground \u2013 and it wouldn\u2019t come with a bottle of wine or views like the ones you\u2019ll get at the winery!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n In most cases, RV camping at wineries and farms is only meant to be a one night stay. You can message the individual owner and ask if they\u2019ll let you stay for two nights, but always be courteous and respectful of whatever their response is. A lot of these hosts live on property too and are kind enough to let campers park for the night, but you never want to overstay your welcome. You can plan an epic vacation by staying at a few different spots in the area, or mixing some traditional RV parks or boondocking camping in between your Harvest Hosts stays. Even if you aren\u2019t staying for long, an escape from the crowds or a serene night away can be exactly what you need.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\nPlanning for RV camping at wineries and farms<\/h2>\n
Route your trip around it<\/h3>\n
Use an app like Harvest Hosts or Boondockers Welcome<\/h3>\n
Choose a spot you\u2019d be willing to purchase from<\/h3>\n
Don\u2019t plan to stay for long<\/h3>\n
Using Harvest Hosts for RV camping at wineries and farms<\/h2>\n