Trip Planning
Where will you go?
Northern California is one of the best camper van destinations in the world — from Yosemite's granite walls to the Redwood Coast's ancient trees to Death Valley's otherworldly terrain. These guides cover the six destinations our renters visit most, with campground recommendations, drive times from Lincoln, and 4WD-specific tips.
Valley floors & high country
Yosemite
Yosemite Valley campgrounds, Bridalveil Creek, Tuolumne Meadows, and the best off-pavement access routes. The Revel's 4WD earns its keep in winter.
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Alpine clarity, year-round
Lake Tahoe
D.L. Bliss, Emerald Bay, and Donner Memorial. Closest major destination from Lincoln — a long weekend done right.
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Hot springs & granite peaks
Eastern Sierra
The Mammoth Lakes basin, Mono Lake, Bodie, and the Buttermilks. Hot springs on BLM land. Dispersed camping throughout the Inyo National Forest.
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Ancient forests meet the sea
Redwood Coast
Jedediah Smith, Prairie Creek, and the Avenue of the Giants. Old-growth coastal redwoods, elk meadows, and black sand beaches.
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Stark, surreal, unforgettable
Death Valley
Best visited November–March. Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes, Artist's Drive, and Racetrack Playa (high-clearance 4WD strongly advised). Completely off-grid viable.
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The classic California drive
Pacific Coast Highway
Big Sur, Julia Pfeiffer Burns, and Kirk Creek Campground on the cliff. The PCH is the quintessential California campervan itinerary.
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Ready to go?
Pick your destination. We'll handle the van.
Both vans are 4WD capable and fully equipped for every destination on this list. Book through Outdoorsy — they handle payment, insurance, and 24/7 roadside support.