RVers can get a taste of local vino in this unpretentious wine country.
The Southern California city of Temecula offers an outdoorsy escape with a side of merlot. Hiking, biking, fishing, picnicking, and other nature-oriented activities can be found at Cleveland National Forest, Lake Elsinore, Palomar Mountain State Park, and Santa Margarita River Trail Preserve. To get the full Temecula experience, however, add a hot-air balloon ride, a round of golf, and a visit to the wineries of the Temecula Valley AVA, which sits just west of town. Consider an e-biking tour of the wineries, and make sure to pick up a bottle or two to enjoy while relaxing back at your rig. A year-round destination, Temecula boasts mostly mild weather with hot summers, and it’s easy to reach with its location along Interstate 15 between Los Angeles and San Diego. Nearby RV sites include RV resorts with pools, campgrounds near local lakes, and even some RV parks attached to local casinos.