Safety and Boondocking
Learn about safety and boondocking, including how to stay safe while boondocking, how to defend yourself when boondocking, what tools you should have.
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...
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Do I Need Bear Spray for Camping?
If you plan to visit an area where bears exist, then you may need bear spray for camping. If you plan to camp in an area where grizzly bear are known to live, then absolutely you will need bear spray. Even if you are visiting an area...
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Is it Safe to Camp With Cows?
Yes, it's generally safe to camp with cows in the area. As long you refrain from following them, touching them, or provoking them in any way, they'll leave you alone. Problems usually occur when people try to shoo cattle...
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Is it Legal to Leave Your RV Unattended While Boondocking?
Yes, it is. It is totally legal to leave your RV unattended while boondocking on all federally managed lands, and even most state managed lands. But for how long can you leave a motorhome, camper, or trailer by itself on public lands...
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Is it Safe to Leave Your Camper While Boondocking?
Yes, it is very safe to leave your camper while boondocking. Very rarely do campers, RVs, and trailers get broken into or stolen when boondocking. In fact, we've never heard of boondockers experiencing this situation before...
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Is it Safe to Sleep in Your Car at Rest Stops?
You want to sleep in your car at a rest stop, but is it safe? After all, there are a lot of cars and trucks coming in and going out. How safe is it to sleep in your car overnight at a rest stop...
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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...
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Is Boondocking Dangerous?
Boondocking is no more dangerous than staying in RV parks or campgrounds. In fact, boondocking is safer. This is because you are further away from other people, and further away from criminal opportunity. Most people choose...
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Is Boondocking Safe?
Yes, boondocking is safe! It's perhaps the most safest form of camping, more safe than staying at an RV park, campground, or pitching a tent. Exposure to danger has more to do with where you camp, particularly in places...
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Will My RV Get Broken into While Boondocking?
One of the biggest myths about boondocking is that you are more vulnerable to attacks from burglars, thieves, vandals, gangs, and other criminals. However, the truth is that you're more vulnerable to these attacks at RV Parks...
