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Explore Northern California with fellow RV enthusiasts. A friendly social group for San Francisco Bay Area and Central Valley RV owners.
Club History
Club History
The Los Viajaros RV Club was founded in 1960 by a group of San Jose, California IBM employees who enjoyed to camp. Los Viajaros in Spanish means The Travelers. The RV Club was established as the 1st California branch chapter of the National Campers and Hikers Association (NCHA) based in New York.
Today, the RV Club stands as a separate not-for-profit social organization dedicated to friendship, fellowship and the enrichment of the camping and RVing experience. We welcome all RV types.
Outings 2025
Outings 2025
Mar Paso Robles RV Ranch, Paso Robles
April Black Oak RV Park & Casino, Sonora
May Flag City RV Resort, Lodi
June Casa de Fruta, Hollister
July Monterey Fairgrounds, Monterey
Aug Bodega Bay RV Park, Bodega Bay
Sept Betabel RV Park, Hollister - Members BBQ
Oct Jackson Rancheria RV Park, Jackson
Nov Garlic USA RV Park, Gilroy - FULL
Dec Betabel Camping Christmas Party, Hollister
2026 Camping Schedule coming soon!
Did You Miss the August Side Trip?
Did You Miss the August Side Trip?
Club members hooked-up and planned a “side trip” to Bodega Bay RV Park. The heat in California was unbearable that week, except in Bodega Bay! The park is beautifully maintained by a lovely three-generation family. Well, the one-year-old doesn't do much yet, but "poop and eat". We scouted out the club houses and will definitely make reservations in the future. The park has a variety of games to play and two dog runs (small or large dog) with structures for them to climb over. A coffee shop and restaurant are walkable from your site with plenty of tables to sit and make friends. Unfortunately, there are no views.
There is much to see and do in the area. A 30–45-minute drive north, south or east, you'll find shops, produce stands, restaurants, markets and tasting rooms. Towards Sebastopol, we stopped to view the church in the movie "Birds". Once in Sebastopol, we walked down a street lined with quirky metal sculptures, spoke with busy residents, and stopped to our amazement at the artist's home. My personal favorite is the "crowbar", can't stop laughing. Florence Ave Sebastopol: Visiting Unique Junk Art Sculptures
Another day we packed a picnic and wondered south towards Tomales Bay. Stopped for coffee and peeked into several local shops. When we finally got to Point Reyes Lighthouse, it was cold, windy and foggy. Most likely the light house would be closed. Not defeated, we returned to warmer weather and ate our picnic. And yes again, found a stores to investigate.
Our third day, we choose to rest and enjoy the camping life. Bought an ice cream in town and went to the local farmer's market.
September 2025 Campout
September 2025 Campout
Our annual steak fry at Betabel RV Park. We had a turnout of 11 rigs & 23 people. On Wednesday the steaks and chicken were distributed to members. Thursday was a free day with members driving to Monterey, going to the local grocery stores and playing Bocce Ball. Friday morning, was out host sponsored continental breakfast followed by a short meeting club meeting that announced the retirement of Marilyn & Lou Gaudin. They were presented with a framed Life Time Membership plaque. Also, announced was new members Peggy Sue & Marty. Saturday some of the men folk played “catch the ball” and others played Bocce Ball. At the Saturday night potluck old-time friends and ex-members Gary & Wendy who live in San Juan Bautista came to visit along with their very daughter Sophie. Most of us have known their daughter since she was about 8. Now she’s graduated from college and pursuing a nursing degree. After dinner Carol Kapfenberg collect fines and no one was left out. LRC dice game produced two big winners Lou and Gary. Sunday everyone was up and out early. Some members went on a side trip towards Morro Bay and Arizona. See you all next month. Hazel & Gil.
Our camping year begins in March and goes through December, set by the Camping Director and Committe 12 to 18 months in advance. Normally, there's a travel time of 2 to 3 hours from the San Jose area, and we camp 3 to 4 nights. Many members add additional days or side trips before or after outing. While members are not required to attend every outing, we encourage fun and comradery.
We welcome the opportunity to enrich our RV club with NEW members. Not only are we a group of RV owners, we are The Travelers who enjoy a common social network of interest and friendship.
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The Travelers Los Viajaros RV Club
San Francisco Bay Area and Central Valley, California
Updated Sept 2025
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