Finding Boondocking Sites

Learn about finding boondocking sites, where to find free campsites, what maps to use, how to use maps.

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Dispersed Camping Near Great Sand Dunes National Park

Dispersed camping near Great Sand Dunes National Park is available depending on how far away you want to camp, and what kind of vehicle you have. There's something for everyone, and the good news is that there is plenty of space available.

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Dispersed Camping Near Crater Lake National Park

There is plenty of dispersed camping near Crater Lake National Park because its almost entirely surrounded by Fremont Winema National Forest and Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest. These forests allow dispersed camping up to 14 days.

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Dispersed Camping Near Bryce Canyon National Park

Dispersed camping near Bryce Canyon National Park is plentiful within adjacent Dixie National Forest and BLM lands, all within a 15-20 minute drive to the park visitor center. If you're willing to drive down some dirt roads, you can find...

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Dispersed Camping Near Red Feather Lakes, CO

Dispersed camping near Red Feather Lakes, CO is kinda hard to come by due to local town officials and businesses pressuring the U.S. Forest Service to keep boondockers at a distance. But there are some dispersed camping sites...

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Dispersed Camping Near Big Bear, CA

Dispersed camping near Big Bear, CA can be tricky to find, but there are several options available if you're willing to try some remote places. However, there are a couple very popular areas to camp that are close to the main highway.

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Dispersed Camping Near Zion National Park

Dispersed camping near Zion National Park is plentiful due to the abundance of surrounding BLM lands. You can find dispersed camping, boondocking, and free camping just minutes away from the park entrance. Below are our recommendations...

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Dispersed Camping Near Steamboat Springs, CO

Dispersed camping near Steamboat Springs, CO can be difficult to come by because there is little BLM or Forest Service land near the city. What federal land near town lies up in the mountains, some of which requires four wheel drive...

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Dispersed Camping Near Flagstaff, AZ

Dispersed camping near Flagstaff, AZ is plentiful due to the city's close proximity to Coconino National Forest. In fact, it's completely surrounded by national forest. Flagstaff remains a popular choice for dispersed camping and...

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Dispersed Camping Near Silverton, CO

Dispersed camping near Silverton, CO can be found in numerous places due to the town being surrounded by U.S. Forest Service lands and BLM lands. Free camping and boondocking is plentiful near Silverton. Below we have assembled a list of...

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Dispersed Camping Near Buena Vista, CO

Dispersed Camping near Buena Vista, CO has become increasingly popular due to its close proximity to numerous mountain hiking trails and river rafting fun. This area is right in the middle of Arkansas River Headwaters Recreation Area.