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Boondocking Cost Estimator
See how much you save by boondocking — and what it actually costs per month.
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All Campgrounds
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All RV Parks
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est. $65/night avg
Annual Breakdown
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All campgrounds (annual)$0
Annual savings$0
What's Not Included
This calculator covers camping-related costs only. Full boondocking budget also includes: propane, food, vehicle maintenance, insurance, and cell/internet service. A complete full-timer budget is typically $2,000–$4,000/month depending on rig age, health costs, and lifestyle.
Membership Programs Worth Considering
- Harvest Hosts (~$99/yr) — stay at wineries, farms, breweries for free
- Boondockers Welcome (~$50/yr) — stay in other RVers' driveways free
- Passport America (~$44/yr) — 50% off at 1,900+ campgrounds
- Thousand Trails (~$600/yr) — unlimited stays at their parks
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