California – Page 9 – Boondocker's Bible

August 10, 2020

California Rest Area Rules

Learn the full set of laws and regulations about overnight parking at California rest areas, as sourced from California Revised Code and the California Code of Regulations.

July 5, 2020

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...

July 1, 2020

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...

April 27, 2020

Is Boondocking Legal in California?

Yes, Boondocking is legal in California. It just depends on where. It's totally legal on federal lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management, U.S. Forest Service, and Bureau of Reclamation. However, some of these agencies may...