Harvest Hosts VS Hipcamp - WHICH IS BETTER??? (Side-By-Side Comparison MUST KNOWS!)

[@RandisAdventures]

Which is YOUR FAVORITE??? Harvest Hosts or Hipcamp? Let me know in the comment section below! 😁 Randi

[@nancywaterman3560]

Harvest Hosts user for a couple of years - very happy with all of our HH stays. Couple of other points to consider: 1) we can safely go to wineries and attractions we might have passed by because we know we can get our rig in and out; the comments and reviews help with this We just plan shorter travel days when staying at a HH. 2) HH now has online booking for many of their sites. 3) Some HH locations allow for multiple nights 4) We don't feel that the $20 suggested spend is paying for camping - it''s paying for the wine, farm products or museum admission we would purchase anyway. Great value in my book!

[@nancywaterman3560]

And thanks for the info on Hipcamp, I'd not heard of it before so will check it out

[@RandisAdventures]

I love your feedback Nancy! Thanks for sharing your thoughts and experiences! 😀

[@alisonkusaba4891]

I really enjoyed your thorough and comprehensive comparisons of Hipcamp and Harvest Hosts! I’m going to check out Hipcamp! Always look forward to your Thursday videos! Thanks for all of your hard work, Randi!

[@RandisAdventures]

I am glad you enjoyed the comparison Alison and appreciate you watching! 💙

[@belladriver258]

I use Hipcamp in Colorado South Park. I own Peaceful Ranch and so far my campers had been a blessing

[@pdub6453]

Very informative. For us, it is a no-brainer. It has to be Hipcamp. Even though we are a teardrop trailer, with a clamshell outdoor kitchen, we don’t “qualify” for HH.

[@RandisAdventures]

Hi! Yes, Hipcamp is the way to go if you are not 100% self contained. It would be nice if some Harvest Host locations could accommodate campers with your scenario. Glad you are enjoying Hipcamp!

[@RVBFE]

Wow, never heard of this hipcamp. We will have to check it out. You did really good explaining it.👍

[@RandisAdventures]

You will love Hipcamp! Especially for finding last minute camping spots! 👍

[@8675-__]

We just started using hipcamp 2 years ago....and it's saved us a lot of money!

[@12thDecember]

I'm another one who never heard of Hipcamp. I found your video by searching for "Harvest Host farms reviews" since I wanted to see what experiences people have had with HH farms and not just wineries. I think it would be fun to alternate HH with HC. Thanks for sharing!

[@RandisAdventures]

Alternating between Harvest Host and Hipcamp is a fantastic idea!

[@jeffcorbin9967]

I've done Harvest Host, but I look forward to trying Hipcamp.

[@suzannea66]

I love this video!! Thanks for doing this comparison Randi! You did an excellent comparison. I have found a few locations I plan to stay at with both Harvest Host and HipCamp (thanks to you!) I may skip Harvest Host locations in the hot summer as I don’t currently have enough battery power for all night air conditioning. I am looking forward to see what you decide to do for your battery replacement.

[@RandisAdventures]

I am thrilled you found this video helpful Suzanne! I use my Jackery to power a small portable fan and that has worked well. If you don’t have a Jackery a small battery operated fan would work just as well to help keep you cool during hot nights. I am still researching RV batteries! Stay tuned. 😁

[@200Nora]

I am going to start traveling and camping soon. I do not have and do not want an RV. I am for now setting up my minivan. I believe Hip camp is the go to for me in the future. I heard about it, but you explain it better.

[@intuitivelyinspiredSamBlack]

We are landing to become HH this summer! Thanks for the video!

[@RandisAdventures]

That’s great news!

[@rcheas4894]

I’ve made most of my reservations online with Harvest Hosts.

[@PhyllisBrittenham]

Very helpful comparison. We would likely use HH more.

[@getnnrv9860]

Randi, that was a very informative video. I had never heard of Hipcamp. A great video to reference when traveling. Thanks!

[@RandisAdventures]

I love the variety of different Hipcamp camping experiences available! I can’t wait to stay at a winery! 🍷

[@joycemoses2411]

Great explanation of the two programs! Thank you!!! (Thanks for the mention...we still enjoy our Harvest Host membership even though we did not use it in 2020....it is available when we are ready). Thank you for your videos!

[@RandisAdventures]

Hey Joyce! I love reading your thoughtful comments... so thank you! 😁 I can’t wait to use Harvest Hosts to camp at a winery and do some taste testing! 🍷

[@syllenniumsyllennium2008]

Thank you for sharing. I never heard of Hipcamp, so i found your video very informative.

[@RandisAdventures]

Hi! I am so glad you found this video helpful! We can never have enough places to camp resources! 😁

[@dianerivard1538]

Wow congratulations on your new adventure. How do the shirts run. On the larger, smaller size or true size

[@RandisAdventures]

Thanks! I find they run true to size!

[@misaeljaimes6388]

I just signed up for Hipcamp, I own 5.5 acres of land in Duchesne Utah. I’m going to be hosting tent ⛺️ rv, and glamping this year 2023 and hopping to host more years ahead.l, which I’m currently building a tiny home, and rents sites around the property; and in a near future will have farm animals, chickens 🐣 🐐 , pigs 🐖, horses 🐎 for horseback riding while your stay. You can find this ranch oh Hipcamp as White House on the ranch. ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@RandisAdventures]

I love the name “White House on the Ranch!” I can’t wait to camp in Utah…. It looks like such a beautiful place!

[@deannewalding1074]

Great video! I haven’t done either one, yet. Stay warm this weekend!

[@RandisAdventures]

Thanks Deanne! I think you’d like Hipcamp best... there are some good ones in Minnesota and Wisconsin! 😁

[@TheGratitudeAttitude]

Wonderful explanation Randi! I hope you've been having a great winter so far... many blessings for the coming weeks ahead while we plan all our next adventures! ~ Maria

[@RandisAdventures]

Thank you Maria! My winter has been real good... hope yours is too! It won’t be long before summer adventure time! ☀️

[@southernappalachianrecon]

I’ve never heard of Harvest Hosts, pretty good deal for those with RVs 💯👍

[@RandisAdventures]

Yep! I recently stayed at a fish farm, a pizza farm, and a brewery and wow! Each experience was so fun and unique!

[@romarobbins270]

You can usually book Harvest Host through the app.

[@RandisAdventures]

That’s great news… thanks for letting me know!

[@mum2jka]

Harvest Host all the way for us. And don’t forget Boondockers Welcome which is also part of HH now.

[@RandisAdventures]

Hey Ben! I had heard that Harvest Host acquired Boondockers Welcome. More options for us!!!! 👍

[@rcheas4894]

Harvest Hosts has worked well for us.😎

[@RandisAdventures]

Harvest Host is a fantastic campground alternative!

[@patkoluezez6043]

I'm trying to decide if I want to join one of these. Didn't know about Hipcamp until a neighbor told me about it. This video might help.

[@RandisAdventures]

Harvest Host and HipCamp both have advantages (and disadvantages). In this video I tried to cover them all to make easier to decide which is best for you. Let me know what you decide!

[@8675-__]

You don't need to join hipcamp

[@gman961]

very well done. Thank you.

[@RandisAdventures]

Thank you!!!

[@jillsanfacon431]

Great information! Have you ever stayed at a Boondockers Welcome location? Another good option for “free” camping. I just wish they had an app. Our one stay with a Boondockers Welcome host was excellent!

[@RandisAdventures]

Hi Jill! I have not stayed at a Boondockers Welcome yet. It’s great to have as many resources as possible so I appreciate you sharing this one! 😁

[@gailnewcomb8256]

HipCamp is more my style. ❤ love your videos!

[@RandisAdventures]

HipCamp is awesome and thank you so much! ♥️

[@sadielaurentiwhitley3762]

Thank you for this great information

[@RandisAdventures]

Thanks for watching Sadie! ☺️

[@hevadams1]

We have stayed in Hipcamps but not Harvest Hosts. We have been very pleased with the Hipcamp locations we've camped. Highly recommend.

[@RandisAdventures]

Thanks for sharing your Hipcamp experiences with us!!!

[@DP-xb4lp]

Im going to join Hip Camp because I have a camping van

[@RandisAdventures]

You are going to love HipCamp!

[@rebelnewsradio]

I think that I'll lean toward team Hipcamp

[@RandisAdventures]

HipCamp is a great way to find non-campground camping spots!

[@Tawnieandwayne]

Great comparison thanks for sharing! Ive looked into hipcamp but never went with it

[@RandisAdventures]

Both Hipcamp and Harvest Host have advantages…. And I thought both would be best for overnight stays when you are on your way to a long travel day destination but some of these camping spots might be a camping destination in themselves! 😁

[@alexandeasy]

If you're not on site, is there a way to insure that guests don't overstay their booking? Like how do you know they aren't booking for 1 night but actually staying for longer? I had cameras at my airbnb but I'm not aware of a camera system that would work off grid for this in real time.

[@RandisAdventures]

That's a great question but unfortunately cuz I am not a Harvest Host host I can't provide ideas. Hopefully someone else that does have experience will chime in with suggestions for you! 👍

[@hangtough503]

Beautiful intel. Thank you. D😎🇺🇸

[@RandisAdventures]

My pleasure!

[@terrizseleczky9794]

As always - very informative. I do wonder about security at some of the Hipcamp sites since they are privately owned. Hate to sound paranoid but these are uncertain times. At least with Harvest Host you know there is some government oversight.

[@RandisAdventures]

Thanks Terri! The reviews from previous campers are helpful to learn more about a location and give you a better understanding of what to expect.

[@nelsonchanady9764]

@@RandisAdventures I just signed up for HH. How do I get started on locations map?

[@RandisAdventures]

@@nelsonchanady9764 Hi! The location map is easy to use on both desktop and via the Harvest Host app. Enter a location you are interested in in the search bar and the Harvest Host locations in the area will appear on the map.

[@8675-__]

I agree! Definitely investigate the area your intending to stay in. Sometimes the outskirts of town are better than "in town" for safety reasons.

[@NewBeginningswithBudhiandCyndi]

Randi this was an AWESOME video, thank you for sharing.

[@RandisAdventures]

Thanks so much! ☺️

[@777cretbo]

Very good video ... as never heard of Hipcamp before. Thinking of going truck camper, does Harvest host allow Truck Campers?

[@RandisAdventures]

Hi! You will like Hipcamp! Yes, a Truck Camper would be allowed at Harvest Hosts if it is self contained with a bathroom and interior kitchen!

[@777cretbo]

@@RandisAdventures ..Your the best Randi!!

[@RandisAdventures]

@@777cretbo Awwww! ☺️

[@traceywilliams2160]

Great video. I’m leaning towards harvest host.

[@RandisAdventures]

It's sooo hard to decide! Harvest Hosts and HipCamp are so similar but I hope this video will help you make the best decision based on your RV camping needs. Let me know what you decide.

[@juliepreimesberger6571]

Great review!

[@RandisAdventures]

Thanks Julie!

[@erix4erix]

Thanks

[@RandisAdventures]

My pleasure!

[@lightingthedarkremoteviewi8086]

Never heard of Harvest b4.

[@RandisAdventures]

Harvest Host has always been a popular resource for RVers but today with campgrounds filling up it is a must have!

[@billmea5593]

Harvest host annual membership is $99

[@HK-uj9qc]

What about the transit or promaster vans that have been built. Are they not allowed at harvest hosts?

[@RandisAdventures]

Hi! If they are self contained then I would think they are allowed.

[@dallas0391]

I'm out on HH No tents camper vans is a deal breaker for me!

[@RandisAdventures]

Yes, that’s the #1 downside of Harvest Hosts. You need to be self contained meaning you need to have a potty. 🚽

[@dmcooperjohnson2612]

Can't sink my teeth into Harvest Host. I want to pull over, usually in the evening, sleep, and get back on the road. If a Harvest Host closes at 5pm, you need to be there before 5. Then they STRONGLY encourage you to make a purchase ($20 recommended). Therefore, I pay $80 for an annual cost and $20 for each stop. No Thank you. This video was very helpful. Never heard of Hipcamp. Will do some more research.

[@RandisAdventures]

Hi! Very valid points for Harvest Hosts overnight RV parking. Harvest Hosts is best for travel days that end mid afternoon because as you said, they want you to be there before end of business hours. I think Harvest Hosts makes great one or two night (find two close by each other) camping experiences! Camping on a farm, winery or museum sure would be a different camping experience!

[@juliepreimesberger6571]

Don't forget you are getting a meal, bag of coffee, bottle of wine, cheese, or whatever you choose to spend that $20 on though.

[@lazaroisern8032]

Hi randy. Did you say your favorite app for campground reservations was all states or all stay. You talk faster than I can hear,lol. Thank you.

[@RandisAdventures]

Hi! My favorite app to find places to camp is the AllStays app. I will try to slow down... I appreciate your feedback! 😁

[@karen96734]

On KZbin you can always go to the cogwheel at the bottom of each video, which is settings, and either slow the speed down or speed it up

[@seldoon_nemar]

how do you recomend allstays?! it's not in English?

[@RandisAdventures]

Hi! Yes, the AllStays app is in English otherwise I couldn’t use it. 😁

[@perdman23]

Does it say on the Harvest Host listing if a generator is allowed or do you need to call to find out? I haven't purchased a membership yet because I am concerned about being allowed to use a generator.

[@RandisAdventures]

Hi Patty! On the Harvest Host website under Code of Conduct they say to stop noise, music and generators by 10PM. I am not seeing anything about generators on individual host pages. I think it is probably best to call ahead and verify.

[@markmlynarski1386]

Thanks Randi! Great video.

[@RandisAdventures]

Thanks Mark!

[@angurisloud]

Hip camp locations charge per night, harvest host is usually free. Big difference. From what I can tell harvest host will not allow small campers with exterior kitchens. Sad as we are looking at a UEV 490, and the kitchen is external.

[@RandisAdventures]

Harvest Host does have an annual membership you need to pay so not free but two usages probably pays for the membership cost.

[@muttsmountainsandmiles6870]

We just got our tiny camper and we’re so disappointed that Harvest Host doesn’t allow you if your RV doesn’t have a bathroom/kitchen.

[@RandisAdventures]

Congrats on your new camper... that is exciting news! 🎈 Hipcamp would be a great option for you. It is too bad Harvest Hosts requires both a bathroom and kitchen but I understand since they are a business.

[@johnvanoort9207]

Is hip camp in Canada as well?

[@RandisAdventures]

Yes! Hipcamp is in Canada.

[@JHA6100]

As always Randi, well done!

[@RandisAdventures]

Thanks Jim! 😁

[@nicolelenox6047]

I'm a business owner, if I want to be part of Harvest Host through you how do I do that. I own a golf course how do I get paid for letting people camp on my property?

[@RandisAdventures]

Hi Nicole! You can learn more about becoming a Harvest Host here: harvesthosts.com/hosts/

[@randyneely1898]

Harvest host !

[@RandisAdventures]

Harvest Host is amazing!

[@HK-uj9qc]

Hipcamp!!!

[@RandisAdventures]

Hipcamp rocks HK!

[@stormwaterdrainfilterbill2831]

Harvest Host I think.

[@RosebudsTravels]

Harvest Hosts.

[@RandisAdventures]

Harvest Hosts is a great non-campground overnight resource! 👍

[@cookiecracker6266]

Hipcamp is ridiculous, 50 dollars to park the camper over night, i rather get a room at a cheap hotel and sleep in my camper in their parking lot and still get to use their bathroom and free breakfast.

[@RandisAdventures]

Hey Cookie Cracker! Sounds like you had a bad experience. If I paid $50 I would want a nice place to park my camper.

[@oudogs]

Hipcamp

[@RandisAdventures]

👍

[@lonianderson2954]

Hipcamp

[@MJ-my9sg]

Please leave out music next time, it’s very annoying

[@RandisAdventures]

Thanks for your feedback! BTW I love your KZbin name! 😁

[@NomadicLiving]

I think it is comparing apples to oranges. Hipcamp is nothing like Harvest Hosts.

[@RandisAdventures]

Hey! As an RV camper looking for alternative places to camp they seemed similar to me and I certainly appreciate your feedback.

[@almatchem2122]

Hi, this was the first time watching your channel. It was informative but difficult to watch due to the annoying swoosh sounds between your transitions. Could you please remove them they are an annoyance? Thanks

[@RandisAdventures]

Thanks for your feedback Al! I can’t remove them from this video but can on future videos! ☺️

[@almatchem2122]

@@RandisAdventures Great, if you remove about 50% of them that might be better. Keep up the good work, I’m now a subscriber...

[@RSchannel777]

and I wish people would cut to the chase... she could have boiled this down to like 3 minutes. sorry but I'm just not one for blah blah blah blah blah blah blah.

[@RandisAdventures]

I appreciate your honest feedback! ☺️

[@vannooch]

Harvest host!

[@brianinsley4694]

Hipcamp