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Hi Hopes

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This is a Boondockers Welcome host in Lakeside, CA

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    < 25 (ft)

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    1

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Level parking spot with amazing view. Rural, but city close mountaintop getaway near San Diego, with valley and mountain views all the way to Mexico. Two hosts, one a retired, well traveled boondocker and the other a new one! Due to a very large dip off the freeway and our narrow, mountainside location, we can only accept small rigs; less than 25 feet in total length, including any carriers or bike racks. No trailers, we do not have space to turn them around. Suggested Local Attractions:San Diego beaches, Sea World and Mission Bay - 26 miles Many nearby hiking opportunities including Iron Mountain, Mt. Woodson, Mission Trails and more! Fishing and boating at San Vicente Reservoir (fee) - 1 mile, Lake Poway - 13 miles Lakeside Rodeo Grounds- 3 miles Anza Borrego Desert is just an hour and half away

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Vehicle Suitability Information

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Generators Allowed

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Water Hookup

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Electric Hookup: 15A

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Slideouts Allowed

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House Rules

NO DOGS. No fires. No barbeques. No generators after 10 pm. Free use of deck with chairs to enjoy the mountain views. Access on East side of house.

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Location

Access Road Conditions: Gated property at the top of a very steep, narrow paved road, greater than 12% incline, with a big dip off highway. Must coordinate initial arrival for gate access, gate does not have a code. Best to arrive first time in daylight, avoiding rush hours to navigate the steep, narrow driveway and so we can show you how/where to turn your rig around. Low clearance rigs should turn off highway at an angle to minimize drag or use unpaved access road (which has limited turning radius). Rigs greater than 25 feet or with long overhang will likely drag at dip and may not make the tight turn from access road. Property is terraced and, again, hosts will assist with turning rigs around for exit. Though we have plenty of space, we can only accommodate smaller rigs due to access and turnaround conditions. No trailers, we do not have sufficient turnaround space. Exceptions for trailers or longer rigs may be made for VERY experienced drivers only.

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Hosted By BranchingOut

Age:

45-55

Will Travel for Trees Details: Bought an RV to escape to the great outdoors for peace, quiet and inspiration to write a book. Am an arborist, always looking for interesting, rare and unusual trees to visit, write about and/or photograph, not to mention meeting great people who also appreciate trees and nature. Home Town: San Diego, CA Favorite Boondocking Locations: Long Jim Loop, Tusayan, AZ, just outside the Grand Canyon-South Rim TV Tower Road, Cuesta Ridge Botanical Special Interest Area just North of San Luis Obispo Skills or Expertise to Share: Arboriculture - Tree Planting, Planning, Care and Education; Environmental Education; Pollen and Allergic Plant Specialist (how to avoid pollen); Writing, Editing, PowerPoints, Event Organization

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References for this location from other RVers

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    Annundjoachim

    3 weeks ago

    It was so nice, thank you very much

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    rlcrofton

    3 weeks ago

    The host is very interesting. He has amazing stories about building his house and his life. extremely quiet and dark at night. Made for good sleeping.

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    bfinerfins

    3 weeks ago

    we really enjoyed our stay here. but the host was awesome. it's a pretty steep grade getting up to the parking area. we have a class b and it wasn't really any issue. it's really a beautiful area with a lot of outdoor things to do.

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    EricPepin

    1 month ago

    Très interessant de rencontrer Bert à sa maison situé tout au haut d’une montagne . Bert est heureux de rencontrer des gens et de discuter avec nous. Belle expérience Merci

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    erimar.brandle.ch

    2 months ago

    Yes, the driveway to Hi Hopes is quite steep, but in our mind it's doable for everyone in a rig as advised. And it was well worth to climb up. On top we were warmly welcomed by the 92 year old Bert who was an wonderful experience for us. We well never miss the time we chatted with him and learned about his life and the history of Hi Hopes. Thank you Bert.

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