Life on the Road
Life on the road has its ups and downs but it's always an adventure! Here you can find articles about life on the road, places to boondock and tips about what we've learned so far.
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Camping at Chief Mountain West BLM Campground + Bonus Mini Bike Track
So you happen to be in the middle of nowhere in Nevada and you're looking for a great place to camp. Well the opportunities are pretty much endless haha. But we found a nice opportunity for free camping at Chief Mountain West BLM Campground that we're going to cover in this article.
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Free Camping at Upper Pahranagat Lake | National Wildlife Refuge
About an hour north of Las Vegas is a surprising opportunity for some beautiful lakeside camping at Upper Pahranagat Lake. All fifteen of the designated camp spots are along the lake shore with really nice lake views. Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge also has many great day use amenities and outdoor recreation opportunities. Learn about the area at the visitor center, use the helpful viewing scopes to take advantage of the abundance of bird species in the area, and hike a few of the many beautiful trails!
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Dispersed Camping Near Alamo, NV | Beautiful, Boulders, Box Canyon
With the amount of public land in Nevada, there are several options for finding dispersed camping near Alamo but we think we hit the jackpot. After passing Pahranagat Wildlife Refuge, we finally reached the little town of Alamo where we then turned west onto some dirt roads in search of adventure. As we neared the mountains in the distance, we realized that they were massive heaps of boulders beckoning us to come closer. So we did, and we spent the next week and a half camping and exploring this cool area. Read on to find out more information about this camp spot and what to expect while camping near Alamo.
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Dispersed Camping Near Las Vegas | Lovell Canyon Road
Las Vegas is an attractive destination for many reasons. Whatever the draw, we're here to share another great option for dispersed camping near Las Vegas - Lovell Canyon Road. Lovell Canyon Road is located about an hour southwest from Las Vegas. The drive out here will present plenty of outdoor recreation but does not guarantee solitude. Read on to find out more about what to expect from dispersed camping on Lovell Canyon Road.
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Dispersed Camping at Gold Butte National Monument
Dispersed camping at Gold Butte National Monument is the perfect way to set yourself up for an awesome adventure! Visit 12,000 year old petroglyph sites, drive the Gold Butte Backcountry Byway, stop at the old mining ghost town, hike to interesting red sandstone formations and immerse yourself in this incredible rugged desert landscape. We can agree that at nearly 300,000 acres there's a lot to explore. But before we get ahead of ourselves, let's find out about the options for dispersed camping at Gold Butte National Monument
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Dispersed Camping near Needles, CA | Simple Fun in the Desert
Looking for somewhere to camp with warm winter temps and fun desert scenery that's easy to access and not too crowded? We stumbled upon some great dispersed camping near Needles that is peaceful, with good views, and plenty of exploring to do. Find out more about the area and the particulars about what to expect when dispersed camping here.
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Free Camping at Maxwell National Wildlife Refuge
Maxwell National Wildlife Refuge encompasses 3,699 acres of land used to serve as a refuge and breeding ground for migratory birds and other wildlife. Designated so in 1965, this area makes wildlife the priority and provides a feeding and resting habitat for the migratory birds. Due to this critical role as a refuge, camping at Maxwell National Wildlife Refuge is limited and only allowed at Lake 13.
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Scenic Camping Near Mt Shavano | Shavano Wildlife Area
Whether you're looking for a scenic area to get away or for some dispersed camping near Mt Shavano for ease of bagging this 14er, camping at Shavano Wildlife Area is a great choice. Some of the camp spots are tucked into the junipers while others are more open and spread out. And almost all of the spots have incredible vast, mountain views. This scenic dispersed camping area is no secret though so plan accordingly, especially on weekends.
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Dispersed Camping Near Divide | Pike National Forest
About 45 minutes northwest of Colorado Springs is a fun and accessible recreation area in Pike National Forest. This area is well known for its OHV trails and plentiful dispersed camping near Divide, Colorado. Although this area is well known, it's a nice place to get out and enjoy the beauty of the national forest as well as access the many surrounding recreation opportunities. Read on to find out more about what to expect camping near Divide.
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Dispersed Camping Near Fort Collins | Pingree Park Road
Along the canyon road is Pingree Park Road, a well known area for dispersed camping near Fort Collins located near Kelly Flats Campground. Once the road climbs away from CO-14, the spots are plentiful and the sizes can accommodate tent campers to large RV's - as long as spots are open. Find out more about what to expect while dispersed camping on Pingree Park Road!
