Today, we’re heading to the heart of California wine country to speak with a city official about a Workamping opportunity at an RV park connected to a local fairgrounds.

Shelli Wright is the fairgrounds revitalization director for the City of Calistoga, CA, which is a small town of just over 5,000 people in Napa Valley.

Shelli shares details about a beautifully refurbished RV park located right on the grounds of the former Napa County Fairgrounds.

Once shuttered, the fairgrounds have been brought back to life and now offer Workampers a truly unique place to live and serve.

It is located just two blocks from downtown Calistoga and is surrounded by vineyards, spas and gourmet restaurants.

This 69-site RV park provides the perfect home base for exploring the Upper Napa Valley while giving back to a community that values excellent hospitality and local charm.

The Calistoga RV Park is a special place which offers Workampers the chance to live in one of the most desirable regions of California. By volunteering just 10 to 20 hours per week, Workampers receive a free RV site with full hookups.

While the City of Calistoga currently has a dedicated couple managing the park, Shelli said more Workampers may be needed in the future – especially as guest traffic grows in 2026 and beyond.

The campground hosts’ responsibilities are light. They include greeting and checking in guests, offering recommendations for local attractions, watering a few plants, and keeping the bathroom and shower facilities clean.

There’s no lawn care involved, as the city contracts that out. Instead, the focus is on providing top-notch customer service, being a friendly face for visitors, and ensuring everyone enjoys their stay in the Napa Valley.

Workamping positions at the Calistoga RV Park are open to solos, couples and even families with pets. The park and town are exceptionally dog-friendly. In fact, many local restaurants even welcome four-legged companions.

Hosts are asked to commit to staying at least six months, with a full year preferred. But, shorter terms can be discussed depending on the situation.

When Workampers aren’t on duty, they’ll have plenty of things to enjoy, such as soaking in mineral hot springs, wine tasting events, dining at five-star restaurants and biking the scenic Vine Trail.

When applying, Shelli conducts friendly, informal interviews, either via Zoom or in person. Final candidates must pass a background check and sign a volunteer agreement with the city.

If you’re interested in a future opportunity, set up a job alert on Workamper.com or visit the City of Calistoga website at www.ci.calistoga.ca.us and navigate to the fairgrounds and RV park section.

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That’s all for this week’s show. Next time, I will be speaking with an RV inspector who offers some suggestions on what to look for when making a first voyage shakedown trip in a new RV. I’ll have that interview on the next episode of The Workamper Show. Thanks for listening.