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Your Complete Guide to Free RV Camping — No Fees, No Crowds, No Guesswork.

Discover how to find Free and low-cost scenic boondocking spots across the U.S. Stay safe off-grid, and travel on your terms—without sacrificing comfort.

35+ Years of RV Experience
155 National Forests to Navigate
423 National Parks in the System
26,000+ Campsites to Explore

Why Boondocking?

Boondocking is about more than saving money — it’s about freedom.

Wake up to canyon sunrises and star-filled skies with no hookups, no neighbors, and no reservation fees. When you boondock, the best parts of America become your backyard.

Boondock or Bust shows you where to go, how to stay legal, and how to stay safe — whether it’s your first night or your 500th.

RV boondocking in a remote forest area

Meet Your Guides — Chuck & Cindy Price

We’ve been full-time RVers for over 35 years, traveling across the US in everything from tents and pop-ups to Class C RVs and now a camper van. We created Boondock or Bust to help you avoid rookie mistakes, camp smarter, and go farther — without paying for overpriced spots or crowded hookups.

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Fresh from the Road

Our most useful resources, tips, and tools for real-world RVers.

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Boondock Like a Pro: Don’t Get Stranded Off-Grid

Get our best tips from 35+ years on the road. Learn to maximize solar, conserve water for weeks, and solve common power failures before they become disasters.
Expert guidance for safer, longer off-grid trips — no fluff, just field-tested solutions.

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