Boondocking Basics
Learn the core concepts of off-grid camping, boondocking, and overnight parking
How Much Solar Do I Need for My RV?
Most campers can boondock comfortably on a full time basis with 600 watts of solar on their RV. This assumes they also have an adequate battery bank to power most of the things they need need. How much solar you will need for your RV...
What Do I Need for Dispersed Camping?
What you will need for dispersed camping is "self containment", meaning sewage tanks, fresh water, and the ability to generate electrical power. Otherwise, your RV has everything else. It's recommended to have a cellphone, and...
Where Can I Find Dispersed Camping?
You can find dispersed camping on lands managed by the BLM, national forests and grasslands, Bureau of Reclamation, National Wildlife Refuges, and the Army Corps of Engineers. Most states also provide lands open for dispersed...
Where Can I RV Camp For Free?
You can RV camp for free on most federally managed recreation lands, and some state managed recreation lands. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has the most acreage available for free, RV camping. All national forests and...
Will a 3500 Watt Generator Run My RV?
Yes, a 3500 watt will run your RV! In fact, it will run just about any size RV. However, it depends on many appliances you want to run at the same time. It's possible you may run into problems trying to run everything at once...
Can I Run My RV Air Conditioner on Battery Power?
No, for the most part you will not be able to run your RV air conditioner on battery power. An air conditioner requires a lot of electricity just to start up. It also requires a lot just to run for an hour. It is possible, however...
Can I Dump Grey Water Anywhere?
The short answer is, "No" you cannot dump grey water anywhere. However, there are places where it is legal to dump grey water the ground, at least by Federal laws and regulations. However...
Where Can I Find Boondocking?
You can find boondocking on just about all BLM managed lands, as well as on most national forests and national grasslands. With respect to BLM managed lands, you will need to look at BLM land maps. For national forests and...
What is the Best RV for Boondocking?
The best RV for boondocking is a small to medium-sized trailer. This is because most full-time boondockers want an RV that they can leave unattended and then drive their pickup truck into town for supplies. Most boondockers also...
Is Nude Camping Legal on Federal Lands?
From a technical standpoint, yes, nude camping is legal on federal lands. But it also depends on the agency because each handles nudity and disorderly conduct differently. It also depends on the State only because most agencies...
