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We asked a simple question and you delivered a wonderfully divided—and predictable—verdict. The quest for the perfect campsite is a core part of the RVing identity, sparking debates more intense than arguing over the best brand of campfire chili.
This poll sought to uncover whether convenience, scenery, privacy, or the classic challenge reigns supreme in the hearts of travelers. We presented this crucial question to our dedicated newsletter subscribers, and the results are in. Remember to subscribe and vote in our future polls so your voice shapes the findings and settles these vital camping controversies!
The People Have Spoken!
Here’s how the votes stacked up for your ideal campsite setup:
| Campsite Preference | Percentage of Votes |
|---|---|
| Pull-Through Site | 60% |
| Waterfront Site | 27% |
| Secluded Site | 10% |
| Back-In Site | 3% |
The Undisputed King: The Pull-Through
Let’s be honest, this is the least shocking victory since gravity was discovered. The pull-through site won in a landslide, proving that for most RVers, convenience is the ultimate luxury. Why practice tricky maneuvers when you can just… drive straight?
It’s the equivalent of choosing the moving sidewalk at the airport. We’re here to relax, not to provide free entertainment for the entire campground with a 15-point back-in saga. Spare the marriage, spare the stress, just pull right on through.
A Strong Second: The Waterfront View
Coming in at a respectable second place is the coveted waterfront site. This is for the RVer who believes a sunrise over the water is worth any price—including dodging low-hanging branches on a narrow access road.
These voters are willing to back into a postage stamp-sized spot if it means hearing the gentle lap of waves. Their motto: “If my steps aren’t almost in the lake, am I even really camping?” Just don’t forget your leveling blocks.
The Distant Followers: Seclusion and The Back-In
The secluded site fans are the philosophers among us. They crave the sound of silence, not the neighbor’s generator symphony. They’d gladly trade easy access for total privacy, even if it means their GPS loses all will to live finding them.
And then, with a brave 3%, we salute the back-in site purists. You are the artists, the masters of your craft, turning a stressful procedure into a campground performance. We assume you also enjoy solving Rubik’s Cubes and parallel parking a bus for fun.
Why We Think the Results Landed This Way
The overwhelming win for pull-through sites speaks to a core truth of modern RVing: the journey is for adventure, but the setup should be for sanity. Many of us are traveling in larger rigs, sometimes solo, or simply value starting our relaxation the moment we park. The strong showing for waterfront sites confirms that while ease is king, a beautiful reward is a close second.
The minimal votes for back-in sites likely reflect the universal memory of that one time it went horribly wrong—we’ve all been there, and many have no desire for an encore. Ultimately, this poll shows that the ideal RV life is a brilliant blend of effortless convenience paired with a stunning view, with as little drama as possible between the two.
