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Top 28 Boondocking locations in United States
byPhyllis Khare and
Michal Ben-Ari and
Mike Wendland and
Wendy Bowyer
Live update: Updated September 7, 2022Copy link
Copy link1. Pigeon River State Forest Campground, Vanderbilt, MI
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:
Wendy BowyerThis is one of my favorite places to dry camp in Michigan. Gorgeous wilderness area. Miles of amazing trails. Tons of wildlife, and if you are lucky you will see elk- home to a large herd. Wendy Bowyerhttps://rvlifestyle.com/rv-boondocking-pigeon-river-state-forest/amp/
More info2. Kofa National Wildlife Refuge
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:
Mike WendlandGreat desert boondocking https://rvlifestyle.com/best-places-to-camp-in-arizona/
More info3. Badlands Boondocking Area
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Mike WendlandIf you love boondocking, like Jennifer and I do, then this is a truly spectacular spot! see https://rvlifestyle.com/best-midwest-camping/ It's right next to Badlands National Park!
More info4. Quartzsite AZ
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Mike WendlandWinter mecca for RVers - here's what its like https://youtu.be/XrPvUDsCVCE
More info5. Buckaloons Recreation Area, National Forge Road, Irvine, PA
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:
Frank PreglerGreat place for camping, hiking and canoeing and kayaking! It is formed by the Allegheny river and Big Brokenstraw creek !!!!!
More info6. Stella Mare RV Resort
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:
Phyllis Kharehttps://rvlifestyle.com/rving-on-the-texas-gulf-coast/ 25 acres of campsites and amenities such as a heated pool and kids’ splash pad, as well as amazing views of the gulf.
More info7. Presque Isle Campground
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Phyllis KhareAs boondockers, our favorite spot is the Presque Isle Campground, on the western end of the park.
It has 50 sites and about half are generator free. This is quiet. You can sometimes hear wolves howl at night and most of your neighbors are in tents, campers, or small RVs.
Then you can drive to Summit Peak and walk a half-mile to the observation tower for the premier panorama of the park.
Finally, down at Presque Isle, hike the 2-mile loop formed by the East and West River Trails that run parallel to the wild and scenic Presque Isle River. Boardwalk and viewing platforms allow breathtaking views of this river. Spectacular waterfalls, cascades, and rapids are just a short walk from the parking area.
Presque Isle Campground's season runs from April 1st – November 30th. Reservable dates are April 1st – October 15th.
To learn more about the Porkies, head to our website:
https://rvlifestyle.com/the-best-things-to-do-in-the-porcupine-mountains/
More info8. Slab City
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Mike WendlandWhat can we say about Slab City? A bit weird, to be sure, and decidedly not upscale. You can live there for a day, week, month, year, or even decades, and no one will complain about your being there. The majority are probably there for short periods of time, but there are quite a few who live there year-round and have been there for many years. Free RV parking and a very eclectic community.
More info9. Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Phyllis Kharehttps://rvlifestyle.com/the-grand-staircase-8-best-things-to-do-see/
Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument spans about one million acres. It is a vast stretch of desert with a white-sandstone mesa, with incredible views, natural bridges and even a 126 foot high water fall. Be sure to stop by visitor centers for an overview. Phyllis KhareThe area is mostly white-sandstone mesa with some pretty incredible views, as well as some steep drop-offs. Here are all the best things to see and do in the area with an RV: https://rvlifestyle.com/the-grand-staircase-8-best-things-to-do-see/
More info10. Meadow Ridge Campground
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Phyllis KhareThis campground is beautiful, with great views of Pike’s Peak. Discover more about it at https://rvlifestyle.com/best-campgrounds-in-colorado/.
More info11. Moraine Park Campground
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Phyllis KhareLocated about 2.5 miles south of the Beaver Meadow entrance station, this is another gorgeous park, with great views of the meadowlands. We've named it one of the best campgrounds in Colorado. https://rvlifestyle.com/best-campgrounds-in-colorado/
More info12. North Rim Campground
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Phyllis KhareThere is a trail overlooking the north rim directly from the grounds, making for an outstanding view. Discover why it's named one of Colorado's best campgrounds: https://rvlifestyle.com/best-campgrounds-in-colorado/
More info13. Andy Bowie County Park
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Phyllis Kharehttps://rvlifestyle.com/rving-on-the-texas-gulf-coast/ For RVers, Andy Bowie County Park allows year-round boondocking (dry camping) near the beach for just $20 a night. Restrooms and showers are nearby. Paved sites with full hookups are also available; rates vary by season and range from $40-60 a night.
More info14. I. B. Magee Beach Park
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Phyllis Kharehttps://rvlifestyle.com/rving-on-the-texas-gulf-coast/ A few miles north is Port Aransas, where boondocking is also allowed on the beach at IB Magee Park. There are also 75 pull-through campsites with water and electric hookups a few yards away from the water’s edge.
More info15. Lewis Lake Campground
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Phyllis KhareThere are 85 sites here, all sites are rustic so you’re boondocking. The max RV length is 25 feet. It has picnic tables, potable water, and vault toilets but no generators allowed.
Season: June 15 – Nov 3
Rates: $20 per night (Senior Pass holders receive a 50% discount)
To discover more of our favorite campgrounds near Yellowstone Lake, head to our website: https://rvlifestyle.com/best-campgrounds-near-yellowstone-lake/
More info16. Bridge Bay Campground
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Phyllis KhareThere are 432 sites here, 165 pull-throughs. All sites are rustic so you’re boondocking.
Amenities include potable water, flush toilets, a dump station, and ice/firewood for sale Generators are allowed from 8 am to 8 pm.
Season: May 15 – Sept 22
Rates: $28 per night (Senior Pass holders receive a 50% discount)
To find more of the best campgrounds around Yellowstone Lake, head to our website: https://rvlifestyle.com/best-campgrounds-near-yellowstone-lake/
More info17. City of Rocks State Park
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Phyllis KhareBoondocking spot with great hiking, biking, stargazing, and incredible massive boulders.
There are picnic tables.
There are few electrical sites, a visitor center too.
You can find more of the best secret campgrounds here: https://rvlifestyle.com/best-camping-spots/
More info18. Death Valley National Park
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Phyllis KhareJust a mile from the entrance is The Pads campsite.
You can find more of the best secret campsites here: https://rvlifestyle.com/best-camping-spots/
More info19. Acorn Campground at Beaver's Bend State Park
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Phyllis KhareThe Acorn campground has RV campsites with 50-amp electric hookups.
For more information head to our website: https://rvlifestyle.com/best-rv-camping-in-oklahoma-state-parks/
More info20. Cypress Campground
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Phyllis KhareCypress campground offers 30-amp electricity.
For more information about RVing in Oklahoma, head to our website: https://rvlifestyle.com/best-rv-camping-in-oklahoma-state-parks/
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