Cellular Service and Internet Access
Learn how most boondockers find places to camp with stronger cellular service, how to improve signal strength, what kinds of Internet access works best when dispersed camping.
Does the Ring Camera Require Internet Access?
The Ring Camera has become popular with boondockers as a way to set up a small, remote camera to capture video of intruders getting too close to their campsite. We had a reader ask us a question about the Ring Camera requiring Internet access in order to work...
Is There a Cellphone Signal Booster for Hiking?
No, there is currently no cellphone signal booster for hiking available. We should clarify... there are several cellular boosters on the marker that can boost a 4G signal, but they are all intended to be mounted to a vehicle...
Cellular Booster Vs. Cellular Antenna, Which is Better?
A cellular booster can be better in some situations than just using a cellular antenna alone, particularly in places with weak cell signal. Otherwise, if you're camped in an area with fair to good cell signal, you may find that...
How to Get Internet While Camping
Getting Internet while camping is primarily done one of two ways... either through your existing cell phone provider, or through a satellite Internet service. Most boondockers use a hotspot through their existing cell phone provider...
How Can I Boost My Cell Signal When Camping?
You can boost your cell signal when camping by either (1) using a cellular antenna, or (2) using a cellular booster. Both can yield similar results, though the former, the antenna, is often cheaper...
Getting Internet Access When Boondocking
Getting Internet access when boondocking is largely done through your cellphone service. Lately however, with the proliferation of satellite internet, a lot of boondockers are turning to Starlink...
