Alternative to Harvest Host

[Wemustrv]

how often is running the generator through the night a problem at Harvest host locations?

I have never had a problem. Most will tell you in their write what they allow. Several places I have stayed at have actually had power hookups for free.

 

[osuallen]

how often is running the generator through the night a problem at Harvest host locations?

I always look to see if they prohibit generators. Most of the time, the hosts that appeal to me, in the location I need, are either silent on generators (implied acceptance) or state they are allowed. If I feel that I will be needing the generator and they prohibit or greatly restrict, then I look for another location.

 

[American Made*Tom&Sheila]

It is getting very difficult to find anything these days. It is time developers start developing RV parks everywhere. Just do not take advantage of people with the prices! RV parks, help bring income into towns & cities nearby. Couldn't get any better than that! Maybe the county & states can help pay for it. Restaurants & Truck stops are now adding RV parks. The customer just has to spend money in their establishments. Soon they are talking about a stay & eat membership card. Golf courses, ranches, etc. etc. can do the same. Recreation camping is a great way of life. It brings nature & people together. Another step to Grow America!

 

[Texas Clodhopper]

I am traveling in TX, NM, AZ, and CO and have yet to find an RV park close to capacity.

One of the problems is your suggested remedy for developers to build more parks. Corporations have bought so many private mom-and-pop parks and significantly raised prices that they priced many travelers out of the market.

I certainly don't want to see counties or states building parks since they often can't manage the parks they already have.

I'm curious about where you're traveling and having difficulties finding a place to stay.

 

[Chuggs]

Haven't heard of Landtrust before...

I thought this thread was comparing HH to RVOvernights

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[LoweCountryCamping]

I used to belong to Harvest Host but never used it. Many places do not have clear access for my coach, and I won't park on grass with my weight, so I canceled. An article in RV Travel mentioned another option.

Does Harvest Hosts have a new rival? LandTrust “new alternative”

Harvest Hosts has proved to be a popular program for RVers. For those looking for an overnight alternative to an RV park or a Walmart parking lot, Harvest Hosts

www.rvtravel.com

Thought I’d share a find from this am; RV Parky! For those nights you just need a rest before heading out in the am to your destination. Very interesting site and full of great info! Happy and safe travels all!

 

[Texas Clodhopper]

My HH renewal was last week and I decided not to renew. I'm now getting emails with a 25% discount if I renew. There may be a benefit of not renewing and waiting for the discount.

 

[ARD]

I want to say about 3/4 or more request no generators; it seems when I have perused the options to stay, 1/4 say yes and some with limits.

That is surprising. I’ve always been able to use my generator all through the night everywhere I have stayed.

 

[Texas Clodhopper]

That is surprising. I’ve always been able to use my generator all through the night everywhere I have stayed.

I never had any issues running the generator.

 

[GlampDaddy]

My HH renewal was last week and I decided not to renew. I'm now getting emails with a 25% discount if I renew. There may be a benefit of not renewing and waiting for the discount.

Our renewal dates must be pretty close. I also didn't renew and I'm getting the discounts, pleas and a survey about what they can do to make it good enough to re-up. But for the same reasons I didn't renew, I'm still not going to renew. Be strong TxClod, you can resist!

 

[sheridany]

I am using ioverlander app as a source for overnight parking options. Available on iPhone or android. Has a filter for big rig places. Right now it’s free but they will go to subscription model. So far so good.

 

[Texas Clodhopper]

Our renewal dates must be pretty close. I also didn't renew and I'm getting the discounts, pleas and a survey about what they can do to make it good enough to re-up. But for the same reasons I didn't renew, I'm still not going to renew. Be strong TxClod, you can resist!

We only used HH 3 nights last year and we seem to spend as much on wine, food, etc as a park with full hook-ups would cost, plus running the generator all night.

 

[Texas Clodhopper]

I am using ioverlander app as a source for overnight parking options. Available on iPhone or android. Has a filter for big rig places. Right now it’s free but they will go to subscription model. So far so good.

Driving a million dollar coach looking for a free place to stay. What is this country coming to?

 

[Neal]

I enjoy the unique opportunities HH stays offer. It's not really a savings as we all know as now they mandate at least a $30 purchase, my last stop I saw they offered PayPal donations so I did so for $50 and also paid the fees so that added $1.99. But it was a quiet desolate location which is nice vs. a RV parking lot at times. For those of us with LiFePO4's and solar, etc. it's nice to put that "investment" to use, well, it's an educational opportunity at least. My membership cancels next month as my RVing on the horizon is still sparse at best but when I resume long term travel I will join again.

 

[sheridany]

Driving a million dollar coach looking for a free place to stay. What is this country coming to?

 

[ARD]

I am using ioverlander app as a source for overnight parking options. Available on iPhone or android. Has a filter for big rig places. Right now it’s free but they will go to subscription model. So far so good.

Oh wow. I have that app and never used it before. It looks great.

 

[sheridany]

By the way, there is a newer version called ioverlander2 that has improvements from the old. I just sometimes want a safe, easy-access place to pull over and rest and then get back on the road close to the road I am traveling.

 

[MemoriesByTheMile]

Having a big rig (and a bit over 65’) a new favorite app for overnight parking while in long distance travel mode (remember we are the type that likes “to get there” asap) is Trucker Path.
Can search for parking areas and truckers report a rough idea of how many spots are left. You can look at the last 7 days history to get an idea of when spaces fill up, it differs based on day of week and hour. Very useful when we are fine with the idea of parking amongst trucks.

 

[MemoriesByTheMile]

 

[sheridany]

I have a truckers' path as well, but too many people say to stay out of truck stops unless they are extremely large, as the truckers need the spots. I have yet to try it. Having over 65 limits your options for overnight, so a truck stop is a good answer.