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Naturenomad

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Hello! I’m Aly. Currently working on finding my trusty new “home”. I’m from California, currently in Utah ?. I’m interested in buying land in Nevada as a home base and setting up a nomad camping spot like a friend in California who will have 16 spots (mine will be closer to 8). Where would I post a board for input and suggestions as to what people would be interested in having available? Thank you in advance!
 
Year round in Nevada would be difficult I would think for most here as many follow the seasons depending on where in Nevada you are. Caballo Loco in Arizona basically rents out lots with very reasonable rates for a one year period so most people have a home base that they live at 6 months of the year. Most lots are primitive but have access to a dump station and fresh water as well as showers, club house, library and internet. Electric power is available only certain days and times as it is provided by a diesel generator. If you are in an area without public utilities it will be difficult to make enough with only 8 or ten spots to break even with expenses even if you charge high rates. I believe Caballo Loco was loosing money if less than half his 180 spots was occupied. Certain areas will require different services, you may be required to maintain the road in for instance. Finding a place that will work will be very difficult, Remote undeveloped land that is operated as a business is very different from developed land and will take a lot of work and money to be successfully made into a money making enterprise be sure to check with all local government agencies, your possible new neighbors, and a good insurance agent. Many AirBnb sites use "glamping" sites and offer a lot of the necessary insurance/billing/ and tax information. I believe they are starting a business doing RV sites as well. A few people here offer camping on their property but by invitation and no cost, maybe they can relate their experiences.
 
Naturenomad. Almost all the people here camp for free so what they might like vs what paying customers want can be very, very different.

A paying customer will expect bathrooms and showers, free WiFi, water, dump station and electric. They will want a clubhouse and organized activities.
 
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Naturenomad said:
Hello! I’m Aly. Currently working on finding my trusty new “home”. I’m from California, currently in Utah ?. I’m interested in buying land in Nevada as a home base and setting up a nomad camping spot like a friend in California who will have 16 spots (mine will be closer to 8). Where would I post a board for input and suggestions as to what people would be interested in having available? Thank you in advance!

That's so generous! But my first reaction is, you need to check out your local zoning AND you need to check out your state's laws regarding landlord/tenant relationships.

Speaking for myself - I travel in a cargo van. The only thing I really NEED for a camping spot is some quiet and a little bit of privacy. Wifi or a good (verizon) cell signal is highly desirable. I can make my own electricity, but access to shore power for charging portable batteries (doesn't have to be right at my camping spot) makes my life much easier. Also, a source of potable water, which again doesn't have to be right at my parking spot. And a dumpster somewhere in the vicinity.

The more amenities you offer, the more you'll have to charge. And the more you charge, the less likely I personally will be able to stay with you. Generally, I can't afford more than $20/night - which is hardly anything in this arena.

Someone upthread mentioned Caballo Loco. They've got a website, you might look at that to see how someone else does it. Or you might explore here - www.hipcamp.com - from a landowner's point of view. 

Good luck!
 
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