Hakuba Village, where RV Park Hakuba Campground (5629 Kitashiro, Hakuba-mura, Kitaazumi-gun, Nagano Prefecture) is located, is at an altitude of about 600 meters. Therefore, even in this summer, when the heat wave continues, daytime temperatures are around 30ºC, much lower than in urban areas. At night, the temperature drops dramatically to a cooler 20℃. I believe that nighttime temperatures in Tokyo do not reach 20°C until October, so from the perspective of the author, who lives in Tokyo, Hakuba Campground is an area that has warped the summer heat wave.
As I have felt the need for a “summer retreat” every time I have experienced the heat of the past few years, I feel somewhat “saved” by going to an area with this kind of climate. If you are fed up with the heat, why don’t you go to Hakuba Village, where coolness is guaranteed, to refresh your mind?
Well, once again, I visited RV Park Hakuba Campground, which opened in June 2024 in Hakuba Village, Azumi-gun, Nagano Prefecture. It is not convenient to get there from the Azumino Interchange on the Joshinetsu Expressway, as it requires a 50-km drive on a public road, but the scenery becomes more mountainous the further you drive, which is not bad, as it gives you a sense of “having come a long way. If you like driving, I think you will enjoy it.
Although Hakuba Campground is a facility for cars, motorcycles and bicycles are allowed, and tents are allowed as long as they are pitched within the site. The ground at the site is covered with crushed stone, so pegs must be sturdy and a large hammer is recommended.
Since the service can be used in a variety of vehicles, the company will also start renting camping equipment for users who cannot bring a lot of luggage. The company will also be adding other services that will make it more convenient for users, so please check the official SNS for the latest information.
The site has space for 12 vehicles, and the size is approximately 9.5 meters long and 8 meters wide, with plenty of room for large vehicles. The spaces are arranged along the prefectural road, with sites 1-6, and sites 7-12 are on the mountain side. The most popular spaces are #9 and #10, which have good views of the mountain side, and #12, which has a view of the mountain side and is close to the administration building where there are restrooms.
Fees are the same for all sites and are 4,400 yen for weekdays and Sundays. Friday, Saturday, and before holidays are 5,500 yen. Reservations can be made by phone or online. Payment is made on site and can be made in cash or by credit card. For details and contact information, please check the Kurumatabi website.
Supermarkets and convenience stores are located nearby, and a day spa is 550 meters away, making it possible to go on foot. In case of injury or illness, there are several hospitals in Hakuba Village, including one that can provide emergency services, and for nighttime emergencies, a large hospital in a neighboring town will take care of the emergency.
The fire station is also close by, so if you request an ambulance, it will arrive early, and since the area has injuries and accidents from mountain climbing and skiing, a doctor helicopter is available to transport patients in case of an emergency. It is reassuring to know that this aspect of the community is well-developed.
Water facilities include toilets, showers, and cooking facilities in the administration building. There is one toilet for men, one for women, and one for both men and women, and one shower room.
There are three water and sinks outside the building (with roof and lighting) for washing dishes. There is one sink with a water heater inside the building. The sinks are all deep and easy to use with space beside them for washing dishes.
There is also a microwave oven and electric kettle in the administration building, which can be used 24 hours a day, so it is convenient if you want to have a quick meal. However, since other users use the restrooms and showers, you are not allowed to eat or drink in the administration building, so be sure to bring your own food back to your site.
Although the facility has only been in operation for a short time, it is located in Hakuba, a popular tourist destination, and is easily accessible for large camping vehicles.
Therefore, it is likely to be difficult to use during the summer vacation (although there are cancellations, so it is worth inquiring), but the situation will change in the second half of August.
As I mentioned at the beginning of this article, it is said that after the Bon Festival, the weather turns autumnal, so it is a good idea to go to Hakuba Village to feel the autumn season ahead of other visitors, while shifting the busy time of the year. It will refresh you from the fatigue of the lingering summer heat.
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