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Grab your compass and maybe an oxygen tank, because we’re talking vertical real estate for your home-on-wheels. We recently posed a critical question to our adventurous readers: What’s your preferred elevation for RV camping? This topic explores where we park our palaces, from beach-level bliss to mountain-high majesty. The answers reveal not just travel preferences, but perhaps how much we value easy breathing versus epic views.
We asked this scenic question in our latest newsletter, and the responses are in. Remember, if you want your voice heard in future rolling debates, make sure you vote when you see our polls. Now, let’s ascend into the wonderfully mixed bag of results from our elevation expedition.
The Stunning, Confused Majority
| Elevation Preference | Percentage of Votes |
|---|---|
| Sea Level | 18% |
| 1,000-3,000 feet | 18% |
| 3,000-6,000 feet | 7% |
| Over 6,000 feet | 4% |
| I have no idea | 53% |
Let’s be honest, the most popular “elevation” is clearly the Land of I Don’t Have a Clue. A commanding 53% of you essentially said, “My preferred elevation is wherever the campground has a vacancy and my satellite TV works.” This isn’t a lack of opinion. It’s a powerful philosophy of spontaneity, or perhaps just the result of staring at a map thinking, “Are the Rockies ‘over 6,000’ or ‘3,000-6,000’? You know what, I have no idea.”
The Coastal Contenders and Foothill Fans
Tied for a distant second are the sea-level lovers and the modest mountain movers. The 18% in the sea-level camp are likely prioritizing salt air, stable tire pressure, and the certainty that their pasta water will boil at a predictable temperature. Meanwhile, the other 18% favoring 1,000-3,000 feet are the clever compromisers. They’ve escaped the humidity, gained a lovely vista, and can still run to the grocery store without needing to downshift for an hour.
The Thin-Air Adventurers
A brave 7% aim for the 3,000-6,000 foot range, where the pine trees are plentiful and the morning coffee might take a few extra minutes to perk. The elite 4% who chose “Over 6,000 feet” are clearly our alpine athletes. They probably view leveling their rig on a 15-degree slope as a fun puzzle and consider a light headache just part of the ambiance. We salute you, and we’ll wave to you from our oxygen-rich site… way, way down there.
Conclusion: Why the Great Elevation Ambiguity Reigns Supreme
We believe the “I have no idea” landslide victory is brilliantly telling. For many RVers, the journey and the destination aren’t about a specific altimeter reading. It’s about the freedom to go wherever the road leads, whether that’s a beach, a forest, or a desert mesa. Researching exact elevations feels like work, and camping is our escape from work.
The results celebrate the true spirit of RVing: less about pinpoint precision and more about the general promise of a great view and a good time. The tied vote for the lower elevations simply shows a practical split between those who love the coast and those who enjoy a gentle climb—both solid strategies for maximizing relaxation.
