https://rainbowrv.com/ https://rainbowrv.com/index.php/component/jreviews/discussions/review?Itemid=&id=335 https://rainbowrv.com/index.php/component/jreviews/discussions/review?Itemid=&id=335 Fri, 11 Apr 2025 14:24:43 +0000 https://rainbowrv.com/index.php/component/jreviews/discussions/review?Itemid=&id=334 https://rainbowrv.com/index.php/component/jreviews/discussions/review?Itemid=&id=334 Reeling from the election, I convinced my wife to drive across the country to spend the winter months in a blue state (New Mexico) at a queer friendly (RainbowRV.com) park. It was a poor choice. I write this review in hopes of preventing someone else having a similar experience. Rusty’s RV Ranch is in the most remote (read: conservative) corner of New Mexico, surrounded by mountain ranges. While it’s an exquisitely beautiful setting, the harshness is commensurate. Our experience was breathtaking beauty and soul crushing bigotry. Rusty’s is a lot of things, but does NOT belong on RainbowRV.com. The foothills of the mountains are filled with ranches waving Trump flags and the increasing Border Patrol presence is unnerving. There are no rainbows visible anywhere, not in the surrounding community, not in the park, not even a T-shirt. Despite the RainbowRV.com listing, Rusty’s doesn’t fly a rainbow flag. There is nothing about the park that is specifically welcoming to the LGBTQIA community. In fact, while lots of campers were sporting MAGA hats, t-shirts and stickers, a staff member told me that “don’t ask, don’t tell” is the rule for queer folks and politics. Clearly the rule only applies to silence MAGA dissent. During our first month, we attended a community dinner (held bi-weekly). There were a handful of couples in the main room where we entered, the men dressed in Trump-accoutrements. One woman came over to speak with us, but it was awkward as the MAGA-clad men continued to glare at us (throughout the dinner). No one else made eye contact or spoke. It was our first and last community meal. For what it’s worth, in the three months that we were at Rusty’s we had little to no contact with the (on site) owners. I’m not sure what to make of it, except that silence in the face of overt bigotry is assent. That the owners have been vocal with other guests about their support for MAGA is, of course, their right. And a listing on RainbowRV.com isn’t a guarantee to fly rainbow flags or to be besties with everyone who identifies as queer. In fairness, we were not physically assaulted and were not the subject of a hate crime. But “letting” us stay does not mean that we were welcome. We got the message loud and clear: we were not welcome. Rusty’s RV Park is NOT a queer friendly park, at least not for a couple of old dykes. Thankfully there were other campers at the park who did not share the owners’ bigotry, for these dear folks we were grateful. ]]> Fri, 11 Apr 2025 13:53:09 +0000 https://rainbowrv.com/index.php/component/jreviews/discussions/review?Itemid=&id=331 https://rainbowrv.com/index.php/component/jreviews/discussions/review?Itemid=&id=331 Sat, 20 May 2023 23:00:25 +0000 https://rainbowrv.com/index.php/component/jreviews/discussions/review?Itemid=&id=330 https://rainbowrv.com/index.php/component/jreviews/discussions/review?Itemid=&id=330 We had a Jeep event at this location. It was several years ago, but the site was clean and the staff was friendly. ]]> Sat, 20 May 2023 22:29:53 +0000 https://rainbowrv.com/index.php/component/jreviews/discussions/review?Itemid=&id=326 https://rainbowrv.com/index.php/component/jreviews/discussions/review?Itemid=&id=326 Tue, 12 Apr 2022 10:39:46 +0000 https://rainbowrv.com/index.php/component/jreviews/discussions/review?Itemid=&id=319 https://rainbowrv.com/index.php/component/jreviews/discussions/review?Itemid=&id=319 My favorite thing about this park is the location. You are within blocks of downtown Palm Springs and all of the shopping, nightlife, restaurants and more. Very rare to find a park with full amenities and this type of access. Staff is friendly and there are lots of snowbirds and even some long-term residents. The pool and hot tub are a nice feature, as is the full laundry, showers and vending. Gay friendly location. Sites are VERY close to one another and cars will park on both sides of the street because there isn't room for a tow vehicle plus a full 40-45' RV. This makes backing-in much more difficult. The large hedges between sites do create some privacy and most people use some sort of barrier to create a private space from the front. Just be aware that it's really tight. There is not pet run, so you have to take pets outside the park to do their business. Not a big deal. ]]> Mon, 05 Apr 2021 20:41:29 +0000 https://rainbowrv.com/index.php/component/jreviews/discussions/review?Itemid=&id=318 https://rainbowrv.com/index.php/component/jreviews/discussions/review?Itemid=&id=318 Mon, 08 Mar 2021 21:28:47 +0000 https://rainbowrv.com/index.php/component/jreviews/discussions/review?Itemid=&id=317 https://rainbowrv.com/index.php/component/jreviews/discussions/review?Itemid=&id=317 We couldn't have had a better experience during our time at The Hideaway. From the moment we arrived, we could feel the warm and love radiating from the grounds. The property is vast and provides the perfect escape from the outside world. It is evident that the team works tirelessly to create a welcoming environment to all who stay here. The campground is immaculate and it is noticeable that they care deeply about the health and well-being of the LGBTQ community. The team goes above and beyond to clean, disinfect and sanitize all areas of the campground constantly. Their diligence in doing their part to stop the spread of COVID is commendable. The amenities at The Hideaway are the icing on the cake. Our favorites included the walking trails that meander around the 30+ acres and 6 fresh water ponds dotting the campground, the heated/chilled pool, sun tanning lounge, hot tub and of course the family of goats that welcome you into the campground. In addition, Eduardo's Cafe is always cooking up some amazing food that will definitely not disappoint. Make sure to try their breakfast and for sure their constantly changing Taco Sunday's menu! The residents here a special group of guys, they all go out of their way to make everyone feel welcome. A great way to meet others would be to attend one of the residents hosted social events. They are always a great time and an easy way meet and share with everyone at the campground. The Corral hosts their evening dance parties and special events and is equipped with laser lights, fog and foam machines, giant disco ball and a nightclub level sound system that can't help but get your body moving. If you are in looking to escape the real world for a brief moment or have a long weekend of dancing and sharing you will find it here. The Hideaway left us with many lasting memories and new friendships and look forward to our next visit. Thank you to everyone at The Hideaway who made our stay such an amazing one! ]]> Sun, 03 Jan 2021 23:04:39 +0000 https://rainbowrv.com/index.php/component/jreviews/discussions/review?Itemid=&id=316 https://rainbowrv.com/index.php/component/jreviews/discussions/review?Itemid=&id=316 Tue, 11 Aug 2020 12:31:06 +0000 https://rainbowrv.com/index.php/component/jreviews/discussions/review?Itemid=&id=315 https://rainbowrv.com/index.php/component/jreviews/discussions/review?Itemid=&id=315 Fri, 12 Jun 2020 07:33:47 +0000