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Quartzsite, Arizona: The World's Biggest Boondocking Gathering
Quartzsite, Arizona has a permanent population of about 3,500 people. In January, that number swells past a million. The reason: the Sonoran Desert surrounding this tiny town is some of the most accessible, most forgiving BLM land in America. The Long-Term Visitor Area (LTVA) The BLM operates several LTVAs around Quartzsite where you can camp for an entire season for $180 — less than the cost of four nights at a hookup campground. The La Posa LTVA is the most popular, with trash service and a
Best Free Camping Near Moab, Utah: BLM Sites You Can Actually Find
Moab's campgrounds fill up months in advance and cost $30–45/night. The good news: you're surrounded by BLM land, and most of it allows free dispersed camping with no reservation required. Grandstaff Canyon / Morning Glory Arch Area About 4 miles north of Moab on Highway 128 along the Colorado River. Flat pull-outs along the river with stunning red rock views. No facilities, 14-day limit. Gets busy in spring — arrive on a weekday. GPS: 38.6241° N, 109.5432° W Sovereign Trail Area Northeas