It's a mixed bag with this place. I see so many reviews of praise, and those are valid for many reasons. Yes, it's a good location for visits to the Pinnacles park, and, if you've reached driving burn out, it's easy access right off the freeway (more on that later, but it's a concrete jungle. I guess you have to take it for what it is. You're not camping in a great nature location, with beautiful surroundings, creeks and such. The thousands of acres of chard in the surrounding farms, were actually very pleasant to look at. Yes, I like the great pads and cleanliness, but the ants are relentless. The first thing a yearly resident told us is to watch out for the infestation. Fortunately, I had some peppermint oil I sprayed around the potential entry points, but they still got in the trailer. The next door neighbor was spraying a vinegar solution. Even in remote camping on dirt, I've not had this problem, except for the Morro Strand RV park...another place where ants work every angle to get into your rig. Anyway, let me expand on the cons; Highway noise is a real bummer, but, the valley is flat, and there's not much that can be done about that, unless this park was up in the hills. Then, that would make it an inconvenient place. But, it's worth mentioning that, if you're sensitive to the constant din of 18 wheelers rolling by, this will be a tough place to sleep. It was quite loud to me. The wind is also relentless. Everyone I talked to there said it's constant. It's even stated in their brochure. We weren't able to bring out our fire pit and enjoy the evening outdoors. For avid bicycle enthusiasts, it's not good at all. We expected too much in that regard. You can toodle around the park, but you're really trapped between the freeway and off limits ag land. Which brings me to another con about the farming methods, and potential impact on this place. If you're sensitive to the quality of air you breathe, you'll want to be attentive to when the helicopters and planes are spraying glyphosate on crops. It was something that we didn't think about until we heard the loud low flying chopper, and watched it dump massive amounts of poison on the adjacent field. With such a high wind area, that stuff can easily permeate the vicinity, which includes this park. I'm sure, officially, it's all been deemed fine, but, IMO, I don't think I'll stay here again. That's about it for the noteworthy cons. There are a number of "pros" that other reviewers have mentioned, and those are all valid and positive, so this place may be great for many. Please don't let my opinion turn you off to this place. You should check it out for yourself. So many people love it. The staff was great. Everything is squeaky clean. The concrete pads are luxurious! The easy access is fantastic. However, the cons I listed are deal breakers for me. Enjoy your stay, if you decide it's right for you.
2 anni ago