The Santa Maria Valley sits within Santa Barbara County and San Luis Obispo County. It represents over 152 square miles as an American Viticultural Area (AVA). The Department of the Treasury established this grape-growing region on August 5, 1981, making it the second-oldest AVA in the state.
The big attraction for this area is the vineyards and wineries, with over 45 locations available for touring. Some of the more popular vineyards include Barden Wines and Happy Canyon Vineyard while wineries like the Santa Barbara Winery and Carhartt Family Wines are also open to tourists.
If you need to get out of the RV, head to Alameda Park in nearby Santa Barbara, with its playground, picnic tables, and restrooms. Preisker Park in Santa Maria offers an open field, horseshoe pits, a disc golf course, and two playgrounds. The Santa Maria Museum of Flight gives visitors a glimpse into aviation history, or you can visit the Old Mission in Santa Barbara with its store of historical content.
Eateries in Santa Maria, like The Swiss Restaurant, get high ratings for American dishes, or you can try Kanaloa Seafood in Santa Barbara.
Beverly Hills Film Festival - If you are a film buff, mark your calendar for the short drive to attend this upcoming event in April, with nearby facilities like Hollywood RV Park offering amenities while you stay. It highlights the latest in cinematic innovations and showcases emerging filmmakers.
Lighting in a Bottle - Take a road trip east to Bakersfield for this upcoming music festival in May. It mixes art and culture with music, including live speakers, interactive art, group meditations, a marketplace with goods from local artists, and RV amenities with and without power hookups.
Santa Maria Valley Strawberry Festival - This upcoming festival is held each April in Santa Maria and promotes a healthy lifestyle, fruits, and family fun. Enjoy cooking demonstrations, amusement rides, wildlife exhibits, and food tasting, with RV amenities nearby.
Motorhomes are divided into Class A, B, and C vehicles. On average expect to pay $185 per night for Class A, $149 per night for Class B and $179 per night for Class C. Towable RVs include 5th Wheel, Travel Trailers, Popups, and Toy Hauler. On average, in Santa Maria Valley, CA, the 5th Wheel trailer starts at $70 per night. Pricing for the Travel Trailer begins at $60 per night, and the Popup Trailer starts at $65 per night.
Do you need to be a certain age to rent an RV in Santa Maria Valley?Yes. The minimum age is 25 to be eligible to get an RV Rental in Santa Maria Valley from RVshare.
Does RVshare have emergency roadside assistance?Yes. Every RV rental booked through RVshare receives 24/7 emergency roadside assistance.
Does RVshare offer one way RV rentals in Santa Maria Valley?Yes. Prior to renting any RV, check with the owner since not all will offer this particular option.