Tried & Tested

Gear We Recommend

Everything here is something we'd actually use. No filler, no paid placements — just the gear that makes boondocking easier.

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Solar

Renogy 200W Starter Kit

Renogy 40A MPPT Charge Controller

Upgrade from PWM for 30% more efficiency. Essential if you're running 400W+ of panels.

~$120 View on Renogy →

Batteries

Battle Born 100Ah LiFePO4 Battery

Apps & Planning

The Dyrt Pro

Best Free Camping App

Best app for finding free dispersed camping, BLM land, and off-grid sites. Offline maps included.

$35.99/year View on The Dyrt →

Water

Camco TastePURE Water Filter

Inline carbon filter for your fresh water hose. Removes chlorine, bad taste, and odors.

~$20 View on Amazon →

Comfort

Coleman SaluSpa Inflatable Hot Tub

A boondocking luxury that runs off a standard 15A outlet. Fits 4 adults.

~$500 View on Amazon →

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