Vanlife Camping

Park your home just steps from the action with a 4-night Vanlife Camping pass and easy access to music, racing, bike demos, the waterfront and downtown Bellingham—all without ever searching for a parking spot. New for 2026, Vanlife Camping has moved to a more private location just across W. Laurel Street from the festival's south entrance.

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Vanlife at a Glance

  • 4 nights of camping (Thursday–Monday)
  • $250 per campsite
  • Located directly across the street from the festival grounds
  • Vehicle camping only (no ground tents)
  • Fenced campground with dedicated camp hosts
  • Porta-potties, handwashing stations, drinking water and waste stations provided
  • No electrical hookups or sewer connections

What Can I Bring?

Vanlife Camping accommodates self-contained camping vehicles up to 20 feet long, including camper vans, rooftop tents and small travel trailers.

Ground tent camping is not permitted.

Looking for traditional camping? Nearby options are available at Larrabee State Park and Birch Bay State Park.

Location

The campground is located at 300 W. Laurel St., directly across the street from the festival grounds and just three blocks from downtown Bellingham.

Camp Amenities

  • Portable restrooms
  • Handwashing stations
  • Drinking water refill stations
  • Garbage and recycling collection
  • Dedicated campground hosts throughout the weekend

Please note that electrical hookups, ebike charging stations, sewer connections and grey water disposal are not available.

Good to Know

  • A 3-Day Festival Pass is required for every Vanlife camper.
  • One camping vehicle is permitted per Vanlife pass.
  • Your campsite is guaranteed, but campsite placement is first come, first served.
  • If you leave the campground during the weekend, your original parking location may not be available when you return.
  • Quiet hours are observed from midnight to 8 AM.

Heads Up: Train Crossing Nearby

The campground sits beside an active freight rail crossing. Trains operate throughout the day and night and routinely sound their horns. If you're a light sleeper, we strongly recommend bringing earplugs or a white noise machine.

Camp Rules

  • No ground tent camping
  • No campfires
  • No pets
  • No drones, lasers, weapons or prohibited items
  • Generators permitted only from 8 AM–12 AM and must be quiet 4-stroke or electric models.
  • Please Leave No Trace by properly disposing of garbage, recycling and compost.
  • Be respectful of your neighbors and campground quiet hours.

Plan Your Stay

Already purchased your Vanlife pass? Visit the Vanlife Camping Guide for check-in times, arrival directions, what to pack and everything you'll need before you hit the road.

For additional festival policies and FAQs, visit our Festival Rules and Festival FAQs.