Tag: boondocking

Epic Winter Camping Spots in Southern California’s Deserts

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From November through April, Southern California’s blazing hot deserts cool down and transform into pleasant, tranquil camping destinations with wide open desert views. Just last weekend I camped for three nights out in the Glamis sand dunes, and it was sunny and 70 degrees each day—and that was in January! Below are a few of my favorite RV camping destinations in Southern California’s deserts. None of these spots require a reservation, most of them are free to camp, and a couple require a permit for a small fee. Read on for more information about these remote, beautiful desert boondocking spots. Read More

Ocotillo Wells: Best Campsites

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I’ve been camping and off-roading in Ocotillo Wells for the past seven years, and I love it so much that I normally make the trek multiple times each season. Camping is FREE and entrance to the state park is FREE! The off-road trails are diverse and fun to explore— there are washes to blast through, technical trails to traverse, and landscapes that make you feel like you’re walking on Mars. There’s a ton of geological action at work in Ocotillo Wells, such as the active Gas Domes, the odd pumpkin-shaped formations in the Pumpkin Patch, and the oyster shells at Shell Reef. And for the Jeep enthusiasts out there, the scenic Tierra Del Sol trail is a must-do! Never been to Ocotillo Wells and unsure where to camp? Read on for my favorite camping spots. Read More

Boondocking Spot Near the Tetons on Buffalo Valley Road

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It was the Fourth of July, we were on our big summer RV trip, and we had no place to camp in Wyoming. We tried boondocking near Shadow Mountain Road, but it was completely packed. With four RVs in our group, we needed a large site and it just wasn’t going to happen at Shadow Mountain Road. Unsure of where to go, we asked the ranger if there were any other dispersed camping areas that could fit our large group. She recommended Buffalo Valley Road, and it turned out to be a wonderful boondocking spot. It was remote, scenic, adjacent to Bridger-Teton National Forest, and about a 30 minute drive to the Grand Teton National Park Moran entrance. Yeah, we got lucky! Read More

Our First Boondocking Trip in the Tiffin Allegro

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This was it—the real shakedown trip for our 2008 Tiffin Allegro Open Road. We embarked on a three-night camping trip to Glamis for New Year’s, which meant dry camping or “boondocking.” No water, no electricity, and no paved roads whatsoever. Off we went with both kids, wondering if everything was going to work properly in the RV or if we would discover something new to fix. Read More