Is It Legal to Dump Composting Toilet Waste on the Ground?

Composted toilet waste is technically not "compost" simply because it takes at least 120 days or more to completely compost and destroy all deadly pathogens. No composting toilet is capable of holding poop for that long of a time...

Is It Illegal to Live in a National Forest?

Yes and no. If you are a camper or RVer, it is illegal to live in a national forest or grassland. The U.S. Forest Service has rules prohibiting using forests as a residence. However, it is possible, and legal, to move to another...

What Do the Different Colors Mean on Google Maps?

The different colors on Google Maps generally refer to varying types of government jurisdictions, natural features, and civic areas...

What Color is BLM Land on Google Maps?

Google Maps does not have a color for BLM land. However you can use Google Maps to help you pinpoint BLM campsites, and to find other BLM areas. Google Maps will also let you place a pin on a campsite and then give you driving directions...

How Many Batteries Does it Take to Run an Air Conditioner?

Four 12 volt batteries is the very minimum needed to run a rooftop RV air conditioner. But then, that will only run an air conditioner for about 1 hour maximum. Of course, it depends upon the type of battery. Flooded cell batteries, AGM batteries...

Can You Camp Anywhere in Anza Borrego Desert State Park?

Yes, for the most part you can camp anywhere in Anza Borrego Desert State Park, as long as your vehicle remains on established roads and trails, and pulls into previously used campsites and clearings. There actually are...

What Stores Allow Overnight Parking?

Stores like Walmart, Sam's Club, Costco, Home Depot, Cabela's, Camping World, Cracker Barrel, Anytime Fitness, 24 Hour Fitness, typically allow overnight parking. But not always. Certain store locations have chosen to prohibit...

How Many Solar Panels Do I Need to Run My RV AC?

You will need at least 1,800 watts of solar panels to run your RV air conditioner for 8 hours each day. This is assuming you are using 12 volt RV grade panels. This is also assuming, of course...

Dispersed Camping at Joshua Tree National Park

Much of the dispersed camping near Joshua Tree National Park lies in a few sites on BLM land to the north and south of park boundaries, with plenty of space for several large RVs. There is also backcountry camping inside the park, but...

How Long Can You Camp in a National Forest?

Fourteen (14) days is the most popular answer to how long can you camp in a national forest. But it's not always the correct answer. Some forests limit you to just 5 days, while others offers as much as 30 days. Each national forest and grassland creates...