How To Become A Campground Host

Above, the entrance to Manzanita Lake Campground. The camp host was located
at the right and behind the pay station and bulletin board. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

During my travels, I have met a few campground hosts.

Two immediately come to mind. One at Manzanita Lake Campground at Lassen Volcanic National Park and one at Gallo Campground at Chaco Culture National Historical Park.

I have never thought about becoming a campground host, but there are those reading this might like to do it.

Do It Yourself RV posted an article on how to become a campground host.

They begin it with:

Becoming a campground host is rewarding, and positions aren’t difficult to obtain, but you will want to consider a few things before applying.

How To Find Campground Host Jobs

Camp hosting is a great way to work and enjoy a particular area of the country for a season. Becoming a campground host is fun and rewarding, and positions aren’t difficult to find or obtain, but you will want to take a few things into consideration before you dive in.  

What is a campground host?

A campground host is an individual or a couple that provides services to a private, state park, or national park campground. Hosts must be at least 18 years of age and able to supply their owner camper. Hosts are often retired people who like to travel and spend their summers in cooler climates. They also generally like the outdoors and are eager to help others.

Campground hosts provide that personal touch that make campers feel welcome. If you like people, and are generally friendly and helpful, this might be just the position you are looking for.

What does a campground host do?

The actual duties will vary by campground but mostly consist of meeting and greeting visitors, camper registration, firewood sales, site maintenance, cleaning of facilities and sites and more. You might even assist at the entrance station at a park, maintain a message or bulletin boards, or participate in interpretive programs.

Campground hosts might also answer questions about local attractions, activities and trails, or local services such as gas stations, stores, or medical facilities. They might even refer visitors to forestry officials or other park administrators.

To read more, go here.