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Drive Way Getta Away…

Hosted by Jeffrey · Arcata, California
4 guests max
97%
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40 reviews
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Near Redwood National Park
Within a 60-minute drive from the Thomas Kuchel Visitor Center.
jeffrey is a Star Host
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All to yourself
95% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.
Quiet, with minimal traffic, this site offers walking distance access to downtown Arcata and the Arcata Community Forest. A mere 30-minute drive will take you to the breathtaking Redwood National Park, while CAL POLY Humboldt is just a 10-minute stroll away. The driveway is flat but does starts to slant downward towards alley. Alley can difficult to maneuver larger rigs. Our site comfortably accommodates a 20ft transit/van/small RV, as showcased by the pictured van. Located off-street, it provides a safe and tranquil parking spot. Access to the site is through an alleyway, ensuring privacy and convenience for guests.Our site is the driveway for our house. It is situated off an alley with no through traffic. The location is suburban and in a safe neighborhood. Very quiet and level driveway! This spot is walking distance to downtown Arcata and the community redwood forest. Cal Poly Humboldt is a short walk. The redwood national park is a 30 minute drive. There is Healthsport gym just down the hill that offers day passes for the facilities. The Arcata community pool offer day passes as well. The picture posted is a 20ft long Sprinter van that can easily pull in and out of the driveway. There’s also a bonfire pit and seating in our garden area that you are welcome to use! The front yard is a nice area to throw a blanket and have a picnic. If you have any questions about our epic spot or length of rig fitting, reach out.
Rig suitability
Vehicles under 25 feet allowed
Allowed rigs: class B RVs, campervans, cars, truck campers, and rooftop tents
Pull-in site
Accommodates slideouts
Surface type: Concrete pad
Surface levelness: Flat
No class A RVs, class C RVs, pop-up campers, travel trailers, fifth wheels, and toy haulers
No electrical hookup
No water hookup
No sewage hookup
No TV hookup
Generators not allowed
What to expect
Vehicle site
You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.
4 guests max
Campfires allowed
Pets allowed
On leash
No toilet; campers must bring camp toilets
Potable water available
Hose
No showers
Pack it out
Cooking equipment absent
Picnic table absent
No wifi
Laundry absent
Hot Tub absent
No playground

Things to know

Getting there
Check in: After 2:00 PM
Early or late check-in may be available
Check out: Before 12:00 PM
On arrival: Meet with Host
Cancellation policy: Flexible
Minimum nights: 1 night
Accepts bookings: 12 months out
Park at listing
No wheelchair access
Max 1 vehicle
2WD accessible
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Drive Way Getta Way…

97%
(49)
Vehicle site · Sleeps 4 · Vehicles under 25 ft
Our site is the driveway for our house. It is situated off an alley with no through traffic. The location is suburban and in a safe neighborhood. Very quiet and level driveway! This spot is walking distance to downtown Arcata and the community redwood forest. Cal Poly Humboldt is a short walk. The redwood national park is a 30 minute drive. There is Healthsport gym just down the hill that offers day passes for the facilities. The Arcata community pool offer day passes as well. The picture posted is a 20ft long Sprinter van that can easily pull in and out of the driveway. There’s also a bonfire pit and seating in our garden area that you are welcome to use! The front yard is a nice area to throw a blanket and have a picnic. If you have any questions about our epic spot or length of rig fitting, reach out.
Campfires allowed
No toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup

Reviews

97% Recommend49 ratings · 40 reviews
Recommends
· July 2026
15 ft rooftop tent ·
Drive Way Getta Way…
Such a perfect place to crash for the night in Arcata! So close to the forest park & the college but tucked away in a nice little neighborhood. It was quiet and lovely 😊
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Riley G.
1 month on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2026
16 ft campervan · With pets ·
Drive Way Getta Way…
Very easy parking, and quiet. Great host communication.
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Peggi J.
39 reviews
Recommends
· June 2026
25 ft Class B · With pets ·
Drive Way Getta Way…
Love this spot! Perfect place to park to spend the weekend at the oyster fest and kinetic sculpture race. Don’t need a car, everything in town is easy to walk to. Friendly host, quiet neighborhood. A+
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Holly M.
2 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2026
22 ft Class B · With pets ·
Drive Way Getta Way…
Perfect location for staying in our 20ft camper van for our nephew’s graduation from Cal Poly. Humboldt. Easy walk to downtown Arcata and the college. The private alley driveway is lined with an amazing wall of succulents and other flowers, and peekaboo view of the ocean. Jeffrey was a great host, easy to communicate with and provided great advice on other places for us to check out in the redwoods.
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Drew M.
1 year on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· May 2026
20 ft truck camper ·
Drive Way Getta Way…
This is a flat spot for a vehicle no more then 20’ long. Keep in mind there are no facilities. Pretty private but there is some freeway noise that surprisingly died down after 10. I slept well here and basically the spot served my purpose after a big travel day.
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Roger B.
5 reviews
Recommends
· March 2026
16 ft campervan · With pets ·
Drive Way Getta Way…
Quiet alley, just like advertised. You have very limited space, so this is good for folks just sleeping and getting out... not for hanging. Great location! We walked to downtown for dinner, and I ran into the community forest for a morning run.
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Yu K.
12 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· January 2026
18 ft campervan · With pets ·
Drive Way Getta Way…
Great place to overnight. Very quiet and private. There's a large playing field a short walk away for the dogs.
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Peggi J.
39 reviews
Recommends
· January 2026
19 ft campervan · With pets ·
Drive Way Getta Way…
The driveway was flat, very private, quiet and close to downtown Arcata. Jeffrey was easy to communicate with.
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Masa R.
5 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· October 2025
16 ft car ·
Drive Way Getta Way…
Super convenient spot if you want to be close to town and felt very private. Would stay again!
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Ava C.
10 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· October 2025
20 ft campervan ·
Drive Way Getta Way…
Great little spot! I stayed here for a few nights while attending a music festival. It was perfect for what I needed.
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Bryan G.
10 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2025
16 ft car ·
Drive Way Getta Way…
Car camping preferred. Went for a music festival and a great way to feel like a local while not owning property.
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Gabe S.
7 reviews
Recommends
· August 2025
16 ft car ·
Drive Way Getta Way…
Surprisingly private considering it is a driveway, owner was very welcoming, seamless stay!
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Cool K.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2025
Quiet and Discrete
20 ft campervan ·
Drive Way Getta Way…
This was a great quiet and discrete spot! The owner communicated well, but not more than needed.
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Matt E.
2 reviews
Recommends
· August 2025
20 ft campervan · With pets ·
Drive Way Getta Way…
Good spot to park and walk to the town. Safe neighborhood. Only a driveway but the walls had beautiful plants decorating it.
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Carol C.
5 reviews
Recommends
· July 2025
Great Spot
24 ft campervan · With kids ·
Drive Way Getta Way…
Great spot. Nice concrete pad to park on. Nice neighborhood. Easy walking distance to the downtown square and ball parks. Jeffrey is great on communication. My Ram Promaster 3500 Ext van with my bike rack extending another 4 feet fit easily.
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Clint E.
2 reviews
Recommends
· July 2025
Luxury Neighborhood Hideaway
19 ft campervan ·
Drive Way Getta Way…
This is a quiet, safe, secluded spot in the heart of Arcata surrounded by amenities. You’ll love it!
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Emily J.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2025
Great and came in handy!
16 ft car ·
Drive Way Getta Way…
Everything was as advertised. Good place to crash for a night or two in Arcata not from the beach and also the cafes and shops. Jefferey was a good host.
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Solomon A.
2 reviews
Recommends
· July 2025
10 ft campervan ·
Drive Way Getta Way…
Great spot for a quick car-camp. Quiet neighborhood. Easy walk to the campus or downtown.
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Michael W.
2 reviews
Recommends
· June 2025
Perfect in-town spot
16 ft campervan ·
Drive Way Getta Way…
Great spot, close walk to downtown Arcata. Quiet neighborhood, great hosts!
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Scott D.
4 reviews
Mixed feelings
· May 2025
20 ft campervan · With kids ·
Drive Way Getta Way…
We had a great stay and this is an easy place to stop and rest for the night. It seemed like a nice area though we didn't explore much. The driveway had a bit of a slope downhill but could have been how we parked.
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Matt G.
3 reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
quiet and peaceful
16 ft car ·
Drive Way Getta Way…
I was in dire need in the late evening after confusion with another reservation not far from here. I contacted Jeffrey pretty late, but he was willing to allow me to park in the spot and sleep for the night. This place is close to many shops for early morning breakfast and Wake me up. Jeffrey was quick to answer and is a very friendly guy. Thank you Jeffrey. :D
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Just C.
2 reviews
Recommends
· April 2025
16 ft car ·
Drive Way Getta Way…
Excellent Location! Very kind Host - Jeff!! And beautiful setting!
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Mary Ann C.
2 reviews
Recommends
· April 2025
16 ft car ·
Drive Way Getta Way…
Very Kind Host - Jeff!!! Beautiful setting. Nice and quiet. Attended a local Bird Festival and this was conveniently located. Would highly recommend this location!
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Mary Ann C.
2 reviews
Recommends
· March 2025
Quiet, private, easy walk to town
16 ft car ·
Drive Way Getta Way…
Exactly as described. A perfect overnight in a quiet alley driveway with privacy. Host was courteous, friendly and responsive. And it’s an easy walk to downtown Arcata, a sweet little gem of a town with small shops, eateries and a green center. Would highly recommend.
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Ilona B.
4 reviews
Recommends
· February 2025
16 ft car · With pets ·
Drive Way Getta Way…
This is just what it says “A drive way getaway!” Perfect for an overnight with a great gated area for dogs. It is super quiet and private. I stayed here before and will again. Easy access off 101! Great host! PS I also like the instant booking so I know I am reserved!
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Julia F.
5 reviews
Recommends
· February 2025
18 ft campervan ·
Drive Way Getta Way…
The perfect, quiet spot for an overnight stay. Much appreciated after driving all day in a downpour.
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Peggi J.
39 reviews
Recommends
· December 2024
22 ft campervan ·
Drive Way Getta Way…
Perfect and safe place to stay. Jeffrey is very kind and welcoming.
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Mary N.
20 reviews
Recommends
· November 2024
19 ft campervan ·
Drive Way Getta Way…
Jeffrey’s driveway was the perfect getaway in Arcata! The location couldn’t be better- central to town but tucked away enough for a quiet peaceful night’s sleep in a very level driveway. Jeffrey was super responsive, helpful, and kind. Will absolutely come back on my next trip to Arcata, thanks for everything!
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Kathryn K.
5 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· October 2024
16 ft car ·
Drive Way Getta Way…
The driveway getaway was perfect, secluded and safe. Know that you have to turn down the alley to get to it. When I had trouble finding they were super responsive and showed me where to go. I needed a place to Overnight with my dogs. It was great and I will be back. Super close to the 191
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Julia F.
5 reviews
Recommends
· October 2024
Private and flat location! Awesome!
20 ft campervan ·
Drive Way Getta Way…
We enjoyed camping in this driveway. Very secluded and flat. Host was awesome! Gave us great recommendations for coffee/breakfast, and other activities. Would totally stay here again.
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Jeff D.
1 year on Hipcamp

Location

Arcata, Humboldt, California, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Jeffrey N.

Joined in April 2024

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