In essence, boondocking is off-the-grid RV travel. Sometimes referred to as “dry camping,” boondocking is any time you camp in your RV without water, sewer, or electrical connections. That can take the form of parking your rig deep in the backcountry or pulling over at a highway rest stop.
Is RV Boondocking safe?
So, to answer the question, boondocking is generally safe. We have never had any issues, even just camping out in the Walmart parking lot for a night. If youre concerned, there are a lot of options for making boondocking even safer.
What is the difference between Boondocking and dry camping?
Dry camping is another term used to describe boondocking, but there is a slight distinction. While boondocking is camping without any hookups outside developed campgrounds, dry camping is simply camping without any hookups. The distinction is dry camping can take place at a developed campground.
How do you know where you can Boondock?
As far as natural spots go, in the U.S., most boondocking can be found on our public lands, which include BLM land as well as our national forests. When you head into the USFS website youll find a big green box on the right-hand side that says “Find a Forest or Grassland.”
Does Costco allow RV overnight parking?
The answer is Yes! Costco locations are very convenient and their parking lots are well-lit and provide a good environment for overnight parking. Plus you can purchase gas, camping gear, RV supplies, groceries, and even tires at very discounted prices.
Where can I find Boondocking RV sites?
If youre in town and need to find free camping quickly, heres some other popular options:Walmart Parking Lots. Those looking for Boondocking can stay up to 24 hours at a time in any Walmart parking lot. Truck Stops/Rest Areas. Visitors Centers. Trail Heads. Hotels/Motels. National Forests.
Can you park your RV overnight at Walmart?
Can I park my RV at a Walmart store? While we do not offer electrical service or accommodations typically necessary for RV customers, Walmart values RV travelers and considers them among our best customers. Consequently, we do permit RV parking on our store parking lots as we are able.
Is Cabelas RV friendly?
Most Cabelas stores welcome RV parking. If you look at their parking sign when you arrive, youll quickly see whether youre allowed to stay there. The parking lot will be divided into two sections: one for visitor (shopper) parking and the other for RV and truck parking.