Should you take pleasure in boondocking along with your RV, I’m going to share 10 unbelievable locations to camp without spending a dime within the western a part of the U.S. Most of those areas are positioned close to standard nationwide parks or leisure areas—so, if you wish to keep away from the over-crowded campgrounds to be one with nature, learn on…
The Google Map above gives exact location for every of those free boondocking spots.
FREE REMOTE CAMPING NEAR THE GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK
Simply east of the Grand Teton Nationwide Park is fantastic place to boondock without spending a dime, and it’s simply minutes from the park.
The Bridger-Teton Nationwide Forest could be accessed down a few roads—we occurred to drive down Forest Rd 30290, which can lead you to a large open space, positive for large RV’s, however when you’ve got a smaller rig like ours, otherwise you wish to tent camp with some privateness, there are a pair dozen websites with a little bit of again nation discover. There may be even a creek working by a number of of the camp spots. Named Unfold Creek, this compilation of small creeks works its technique to the Snake River. The surroundings is unbelievable, and plenty of camp spots are is nestled among the many forest bushes.
BOONDOCKING FOR FREE NEAR CAPITOL REEF NATIONAL PARK
Up subsequent, not removed from Capitol Reef Nationwide Park, alongside Scenic Hwy 24, in the course of no the place, is a singular trying rock formation referred to as Kathline Rock. This majestic butte actually stands out as a result of there may be nothing else prefer it for miles. It’s positioned simply north of Hanksville, about 35 miles from the park.
It is a nice camp spot to boondocks and is enjoyable place to climb round and get a fowl’s eye view of the expansive panorama. Whereas this camp spot is correct off the highway, the butte does insulate a number of the site visitors noise, which is fairly minimal after darkish.
COASTAL CALIFORNIA CAMPING FOR FREE
One other unbelievable place to boondock without spending a dime is alongside the northern coast of California, off of Hwy 1 in Large Sur and northern components of the state simply previous Fort Bragg. When you’ll discover fairly a number of locations to camp, do maintain an eye fixed out for no tenting indicators.
There may be nothing like tenting proper on the sting of a cliff with ocean views proven above.
NEARLY FREE CAMP SPOT OUTSIDE OF WHITE SANDS NATIONAL PARK
This subsequent tenting spot isn’t fairly free, it prices a whopping $5/evening, however is value each penny. Positioned about 40 miles south of White Sands Nationwide Park, Aguirre Springs Campground is located on BLM land and is a very particular place. It is a dry campground for smaller rigs (underneath 26’) as a result of slim, hilly and winding highway.
Positioned effectively off of the Hwy 70, nestled inside the Organ mountain, it is a actually quiet and scenic place to camp. We’ve camped right here twice and each occasions had no issues discovering a spot, nonetheless I do advocate arriving early within the afternoon. It’s additionally value mentioning that the gates shut at sundown.
Whereas there aren’t any hookups obtainable, there are bogs, as effectively grills, shade cowl, picnic tables and loads of mountain climbing trails.
BADLANDS AREA IN NEW MEXICO
Additionally in New Mexico, positioned about 30 miles southeast of Farmington off of hwy 550, the badlands of Angle Peak Scenic space provides about 10 free boondock websites, every offering spectacular views of the rugged terrain.
Stretching for a number of miles down service highway 7175, the campsites start simply previous the scenic overlook. It’s a really quiet and peaceable place. Once we camped, there wasn’t one other individual there. The mountain climbing trails mean you can rise up near the colourful panorama, whereas the sunsets are merely breathtaking.
BOONDOCKING NEAR MOAB
Positioned northeast of Moab alongside the extremely scenic hwy 128, which follows the mighty Colorado River, is a slew of of locations to camp without spending a dime, together with plenty of primitive campgrounds.
Tenting on this space, flanked by souring mountains and excessive mesa’s, is a spot so scenic you could by no means wish to depart. There isn’t any finish to the outside adventures both, from horseback driving, river rafting, water snowboarding, UTV’ing, mountain climbing, biking and extra.
FREE CAMPING NEAR LAKE POWELL
Should you’re visiting Lake Powell and don’t wish to be packed in like sardines close to the water at Lone Rock, there are two boondock areas close to the lake on the west facet of Hwy 89.
The primary, is down a dust highway simply north of Lone Rock Highway that leads you towards the mountains. There are a number of pullouts alongside the highway, or a big open space the place you’ll discover BLM Corrals.
This tenting space is on the south facet of a bluff the place an alcove gives a haven for one most unique resorts on the planet, Amangiri.
The opposite boodock camp spot is simply northwest of Glen Canyon Dam, a spot referred to as Beehive Campground. In case you have an enormous rig, that is the place you’ll wish to park. If you’re tent tenting and have a 4×4, you’ll be able to proceed down the sandy highway and discover some distant primitive tenting with stupendous views and loads of crimson rock to hike and discover.
SUPERIOR, ARIZONA
Simply over the hill from Superior, Arizona, off of US 60 is Oak Flat Campground, that is extensive open space without spending a dime tenting, providing you with entry to the Superstition Mountains and Salt River Canyon.
FREE CAMPING NEAR VALLEY OF FIRE STATE PARK
An hour or so northeast of Las Vegas is the geological surprise often called Valley of Fireplace State Park. Whereas there are two campgrounds within the park to permit folks extra time to immerse themselves inside the awe-inspiring magnificence, they refill quick.
Simply outdoors the park is an enormous space referred to as Poverty Flats, it is a great spot without spending a dime tenting when visiting Valley of Fireplace and the Lake Mead Leisure space.
BONNIVILLE SALT FLATS
Positioned in Northwestern Utah, the Bonniville Salt Flats is an interesting place to go to, particularly throughout race week. If you are not allowed to camp on the salt flats, there’s a small space designated for campers, but it surely’s not very interesting.
A a lot better place to camp is simply off the flats up Leppy Cross. It’s a steep paved highway for a methods, then turns to dust. The farther you go, the less folks you’ll see. When you get to the highest of the go, it’s an enormous space of wilderness, offering a peaceable place to relaxation.
In case you have any questions on any of those free camp spots for boondocking, depart a questions beneath. Thanks a lot for studying. Till subsequent time, we’ll see ya on the highway…