Robbie & Alice Ilene, try this link:     http://bfy.tw/HljE

• Sat at 1:17 PM

Bruce & Linda (Omnibus) There have been a lot of comments in various forums about the lack of quality in RVs.  I tend to agree with those, and I agree that RVIA is just a shill for the manufacturers.  But then, it is the Recreational Vehicle INDUSTRY Association, not t...  moreThere have been a lot of comments in various forums about the lack of quality in RVs.  I tend to agree with those, and I agree that RVIA is just a shill for the manufacturers.  But then, it is the Recreational Vehicle INDUSTRY Association, not the RVBCA (RV Buyers and Campers Assoc.)  With regards to their advertising; sure, they are selling a “dream” that does not, and cannot, exist for most RVers, but then, beer doesn’t make us beautiful or the life of the party.    But that is not really Chuck’s key point.


Chuck is not the first/only reporter to point out the looming crisis regarding places to park/use RVs.  RVs, and presumably RVers, are flooding into the market much, much faster than RV parks and campgrounds are expanding or being created, including local, county, state, and federal facilities.  I think he is spot on about the disconnect between the increasing number of high-end (“residential”) RVs being made and the increasing difficulty of finding a place to park/use them, especially in places like Florida during the winter/snowbird season, where reservations are often needed a year in advance.


Boondockers Welcome provides a nice alternative for places to stop while in transit, and hopefully continues to add more and more host sites as time goes by, but it is not, and never was, intended to provide “destination camping.”


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• · Sat at 7:42 AM

Bruce & Linda (Omnibus) As ususal, Chuck has his finger on the pulse of the industry, and the people who buy/use “RVs.”

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• · Sat at 7:10 AM

Boondockers Welcome Boondockers Welcome members don't sign up to offer this.(It would also tie up the spot so it's not available for travelers). Maybe try putting an ad on Craig's list with an offer of what you're willing to pay.  

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• · Fri at 7:24 AM

Boondockers Welcome Anna What a great blog post Herb & Kathy! Thanks so much for sharing your experiences, we will share it on our social media accounts!

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• · Tue at 9:32 AM

Larry & Darlene You guys would be welcome in our drive-way anytime but we don't have one.

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• · Tue at 3:45 PM

Boondockers Welcome Anna Sorry for the late response, but so glad to hear that you had a good experience. We've had a lot of positive feedback about the changes to the site, so we're really happy to hear that they seem to be working to iron out the old issues.

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• · Tue at 9:32 AM

Boondockers Welcome We have 8 Boondockers Welcome hosts within 50 miles of Salem. BW hosts are a great  solution when campsites are full or still closed for the season. Not sure what size your rig is. Most of the ones near Salem seem to only have space for a small rig 2...  moreWe have 8 Boondockers Welcome hosts within 50 miles of Salem. BW hosts are a great  solution when campsites are full or still closed for the season. Not sure what size your rig is. Most of the ones near Salem seem to only have space for a small rig 25' to 30' max. But two hosts north of the city claim to have space for any size of RV.  


All BW hosts offer FREE dry camping on their private property. You can search here:  https://www.boondockerswelcome.com/searchhosts/  to see all details and availability for the dates you need without paying a cent but will need an annual guest privileges subscription to send a stay request ($30 for a year of unlimited use or $15. if you can offer to host others on your own property).    less

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• · April 8

Jerry & Sue Of Scenic NH Hello from Lake Buffalo, We are located in the southwest corner of NH so it would be a commute to Salem for you. The spot we have set aside for Boondockers still has 8” of snow on it however if you can’t find a closer location to Salem you are welcome t...  moreHello from Lake Buffalo, We are located in the southwest corner of NH so it would be a commute to Salem for you. The spot we have set aside for Boondockers still has 8” of snow on it however if you can’t find a closer location to Salem you are welcome to park on our RV pad next to our house, electric and WiFi and water available.
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• · April 11

Guy & Karen Dana Check campendium.com. there are many BLM sites and other campgrounds listed with many reviews.

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• · April 6

Boondockers Welcome Lots of BLM but most of it now has no camping restrictions. Moab is so popular that it has become a tough place to find any free dispersed boondocking (never mind quality). Especially for your size or rig. Ken's Lake Campground is a good suggestion.  

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• · April 7

kenskeeper we found lots of  nice camping along the Colorado river, go pass the first few off of the main road as they fill up first and are not as private. 
$5. per night - honor system if I remember correctly.

• April 9

Mountain Dreamer Also try Long Canyon on potash road.

• April 9

Cindi & Roger Just saw your post, hope this isn't too late for you: We have boondocked twice on Willow Springs Rd, 7 miles north of Arches NP entrance.  We have a 41' Fifth wheel. There is space at the entrance to drop the trailer and drive in to scout the area. I...  moreJust saw your post, hope this isn't too late for you: We have boondocked twice on Willow Springs Rd, 7 miles north of Arches NP entrance.  We have a 41' Fifth wheel. There is space at the entrance to drop the trailer and drive in to scout the area. I wouldn't want to be there in wet weather but otherwise no problem.  Road gets a little soft (deep sand) after a mile or so in but there are lots of places to park before that.  less

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