Overnight Accommodation Suggestions during a Caravanning Journey
Road Trippin' with Escape Campervan: Where to Sleep in Style
Hitting the open road with an Escape Campervan is the ultimate way to explore the wilderness without breaking the bank on camping gear. But with countless destinations and camping options, where's the best place to bed down after a long day of adventure? Here are my go-to picks for setting up camp when planning an epic Escape Campervan road trip.
Start with Official Campgrounds in Parks and Forests
If you're hell-bent on visiting a specific monument, park, or forest, scout out the campgrounds there first. National and State Parks, National Monuments, and National Forests often have developed campgrounds, and you can find the info for most of them online. These campgrounds normally offer fire rings, picnic tables, trash removal, toilets, and even running water. Some will let you reserve ahead, giving you some peace of mind, but there might be first-come, first-served spots available too. It's always good to have a backup plan in case the campground is full when you arrive.
Dispersed Camping Gone Wild
Wanna get a little dirty? There are a few options for setting up camp in a dispersed campsite. You won't have all the amenities offered in developed campgrounds, but you'll usually be more secluded and you don't have to pay any damn fees. In most National Forests, dispersed camping is allowed throughout, and you'll find signage indicating what areas are off-limits. The best practice is to find an existing fire ring and set up camp there. You can also try camping on Bureau Land Management (BLM) land, but be sure to check for campfire restrictions in the area. Get the lowdown on dispersed camping on the Escape blog.
HipCamp: Glamping on the Go
HipCamp is like the Tinder of camping where you can book a campsite on private property. Score a picturesque, secluded campsite or a cheap parking spot in someone's damn dusty driveway on this site. I've booked a hilltop site overlooking a Sonoma vineyard and a fancy campground on a working Christmas tree farm on HipCamp. HipCamp and sites like it offer unique and rare camping opportunities for a range of wallet-friendly prices.
The iOverlander App: Your Lifeline in a Crisis
This app has saved my ass a few times when I rolled up to several full, first-come, first-served campgrounds in a row. On iOverlander, you can pull up a map of your area showing spots where people have overnighted for free. Each spot on the map will have a short review or a little blurb of information from people who have stayed there; sometimes you'll get a photo, too. iOverlander spots might be roadside pull-offs for a few hours of shut-eye or gorgeous, riverside oases where you'll want to lay down roots for a while.
The Ritz Carlton of RV Parks: The Luxury Edition
After several nights in campgrounds, you might need to do a load of laundry, catch up on emails, and take a shower, and these are the nights that RV Parks feel like a goddamn luxury hotel. The nice ones usually cost a little more than a campground, but they're often worth it to get cleaned up for a night. Sun River and KOA are reliable go-tos, but there are usually fancy, private RV parks near popular outdoor recreation areas.
Book Your Next Unforgettable Adventure
Wherever you end up overnight, you'll have a freakin' fabulous night's sleep! Whether you're an experienced camper or you're looking to try out camping for the first time, snag an Escape Campervan, they are the perfect way to take an adventurous yet relaxing road trip for your next vacation.
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- National parks and forests offer various official campgrounds, some with amenities such as fire rings, picnic tables, trash removal, toilets, and running water, while others allow for dispersed camping in more secluded areas.
- For unique and off-beat camping experiences, consider booking a site through HipCamp, which offers campsites on private properties, ranging from hilltop vineyard views to Christmas tree farm glamping spots.
- The iOverlander app is a useful resource for finding free camping spots, including roadside pull-offs and riverside oases, providing reviews and information from travelers who have stayed there.
- After several nights of roughing it, consider a splurge at luxury RV parks like Sun River and KOA, offering amenities such as laundry facilities, electric hookups, and shower areas, providing a touch of home-and-garden comfort during your road trip adventure.
- To embark on your next unforgettable outdoor-living adventure, book an Escape Campervan for a relaxing yet exciting road trip escape, combining the best of travel, camping, and lifestyle.
