Onsite Camping

Workshop students and volunteers may camp at the Solar Living Center, Hopland CA from April 1 to October 31.

All campers are required to call us and register one week in advance, and must complete and return a camping reservation form, including Parking Pass, Camping Pass and Policy Agreement. There is a $10 fee for each night, and a $15 fee each night for RV Hook-up (limited spaces available).

Please bring your own camping supplies. Bathrooms with toilets and sinks, an outdoor shower, and kitchen facilities are available. Our interns live onsite, so campers must be respectful and quiet. Please arrive and set up your campsite before 5pm. Recreational vehicles are welcome on a space available basis & a few electrical hook-ups are available for small RV’s (no dumping).

If you would like more information about camping on site, or if you would like to camp here, please call our office at (707) 472-2450 or email us.

Offsite Camping

Below are camping options that are within 45 minutes of the Solar Living Center, Hopland CA. Campers are responsble for scheduling with the sites below. Fees may have changed.

Lake Mendocino/Coyote Dam - 25 minutes north of Solar Living Center.  Over 300 campsites divided into 3 major areas. Prices range from $10 to $22. Group sites (25 or more people) and day lodges available, boat ramp accessible. No sites have electricity.  For information call 707 462-7581; for reservation call 877-444-6777 or visit www.reserveusa.com.

Mayacamus Trail - 30 minutes north and east of Solar Living Center.  Cow Mountain Recreation Area.  Nine tent sites, piped water, vault toilets, picnic tables, fire grills. No reservations; no fee. Stay limit 14 days. For more information contact Bureau of Land Management at 707-468-4000.

Redwood Empire Fairgrounds RV Park - 20 minutes north of the Solar Living Center. 40 spaces, all have water and electricity, some have sewer. RV $20/night. RV club discounts available. Tent $13.50/night. Stay limit 2 weeks. 1055 N. State St. 707-462-3884 .

K.O.A. Kampgroud – 30 minutes south of Hopland.  60 acres situated among oaks & pines in hills of No.Sonoma County. Pool, fish pond, miniature golf, store & playground. Tent sites $34+, camping cabins 1 room $58+ and 2 room $68+, RV sites w/full hook ups $38+. All rates are for 2 people and 1 car. Additional people or cars are $7.50. Children under 7 free. Group rates available.  26460 River Rd. 800-368-4558.

Dutcher Creek RV Park and Campground - 20 minutes south of Hopland.  Tent and RV sites available: 25 acres of quiet country in wine country, just one mile off Highway 101, surrounded by trees and nature. Pool, laundry, showers.
Tent or RV-$35 per night with 2 night minimum based on 2 people (full hookups); Additional charge for each extra person.  230 Theresa Dr., 707-894-4829.

Sheldon Creek - 40 minutes from Hopland.  4 very rustic tent sites. Fire grill, 1 outhouse, no running water. No reservations, no fee. Narrow 1 lane, dirt/gravel road to campground. Contact BLM at 707-468-4000, press 0.  East from Hopland about 2.5 mi.  Turn right onto Old Toll Rd. and go about 8 mi. (last 5 are gravel) from the turn. No facilities on Old Toll Rd.

Hopland

These accomodations are provided for your convenience, SLI does not make reservations or guarantee the prices below.

The Hopland Inn and Restaurant. This inn has been charming weekenders, locals, and travelers alike with its 21 elegantly restored rooms, local organic cuisine, inviting bar & bistro, and intimate fireside library for more than 100 years. The best deal in town! Located within walking distance from the Solar Living Center.   Room rates range from $99-$159 and include a 10% room rate tax. Mention that you’re taking a workshop at the Solar Living Institute and get room for $79 (visitors & workshop atendees)! 72-hour cancellation notice required; two-week cancellation notice is required for holidays. Please inquire about cancellation policies for special events.
13401 S. Highway 101, Hopland, CA 95449
Phone: 707-744-1890 or toll-free 800-266-1891
Fax: 707-744-1219

Ukiah

Discovery Inn Ukiah, 15 miles north of Hopland. 177 rooms, kitchen, phone, TV, air conditioning, heated pool, spa, fitness center, and buffet breakfast. 1 queen bed/2 person $71 in winter and $78 in summer, 1 king bed/2 people $76 in winter and $84 in summer, 2 queen beds/2 people $76 in winter and $86 in summer. Discounts available.
1340 N. State St., Ukiah, CA
Phone: 707-462-8873

Hampton Inn Ukiah, #1 Rated Hampton Inn in CA. Small, exquisite wine country-style inn. Rooms feature private patios and balconies (many with fireplaces and huge whirlpool tubs) and overlook a lushly landscaped Mediterranean courtyard pool. Evening local wine/beer/cheese reception and full hot breakfast with fresh local fruit; exercise room, business center and free WiFi and DSL.
1160 Airport Park Blvd., Ukiah, CA
Phone: 877-854-2411

Super 8 Ukiah - Special SolFest Rates! - 1 K Bed $55, 2 Beds $65.  Recently renovated with microwave, refrigerator, iron, hairdryers, free DSL internet, and continental breakfast. Henny Penny in-house restaurant is open 6:00am-10:00pm daily. Off Gobi Street exit in Ukiah - only 12 miles from the Solar Living Center.
693 South Orchard Avenue Ukiah, CA.
Phone:  707-468-8181 or super8ukiah.com

Motel 6 in Ukiah, Laundry, outdoor pool, pets accepted. Winter rates (seven days a week): 1 person @ $39.99, 2 @ $45.99, 3 @ $48.99, 4 @ $51.99. For summer weekday rates (Mon-Thurs) generally add $5-$7 and for weekend rates (Fri-Sun) generally add $10-$12. Summer rates subject to change. 10% AARP discount.
1208 S. State St., Ukiah, CA
Phone: 707-468-5404

Cloverdale

Old Crocker Inn, Private and relaxing on five quiet acres of comfortable hillside charm. Pool. 10 luxurious, spacious rooms, $155-$245, all with fireplace, air conditioning, private entrances, private baths (some jetted), TV/VCR/DVD, internet. Voted "Best Overall B&B in North America" (Arrington's Book of Lists 2006).
1126 Old Crocker Inn Road, Cloverdale, CA
Phone: 707-894-4000 or 800-716-2007

The Shelford House. Beautiful country Victorian house in the vineyards. Full gourmet breakfast provided as well as complimentary bikes. 7 rooms at $115-$250. 2-night minimum stay on weekends. Open May-Nov. Discounts available.
29955 River Rd, Cloverdale, CA
Phone: 707-894-5956

Vintage Towers Inn. Spacious 1901 Queen Anne Victorian mansion on the U.S. register of historic places. Gourmet breakfast, 40-ft veranda w/swing, gazebo. 7 antique filled rooms with private baths, from $95-$185. Specials available.
302 N. Main St., Cloverdale, CA
Phone: 888-886-9377 or 707-894-4535

Cloverdale Bed & Breakfasts, Old Crocker Inn, Tea Garden Inn, Shelford House (also see above), and Vintage Towers Inn (also see above). You can check availability for all four of the inns at innsofcloverdale.com or by calling (800) 894-1737.

Other Locations

When you register for a course you will receive an email confirmation which lists nearby accomodations to your course location. You can also visit any  course detail page and click on the Show Venue Details link if you want to find out nearby accomodations prior to registering for a course.