Winter has officially settled into Michigan, and the past couple of weeks have delivered a very clear message to anyone preparing for cold-weather camping: conditions can shift fast, access can change overnight, and winter …
Boondocking Magazine
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If you’ve spent any time in the outdoors community lately, you’ve probably felt it: camping isn’t slowing down. In fact, according to the latest report from The Dyrt, camping participation in the U.S. continues …
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Adapted (with permission) from the field notes of Eric Young Eric broke camp early to catch the soft light moving through Buckhorn Draw, where the last gold leaves of the cottonwoods glowed against the …
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Because what keeps us going isn’t just the view — it’s the people who understand it. It’s funny when you think about it — most of us didn’t join boondocking and RV groups just …
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By Boondocking Magazine StaffOctober 2025 Michigan’s sprawling forests and sandy trails have long been a paradise for off-road enthusiasts — from dirt bikers and side-by-side riders to campers using forest roads for remote access. …
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By Boondocking Magazine Staff I didn’t plan to end up that deep. The map showed a few old forest roads that looked passable, and I figured I’d drive until the ruts felt like they …
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By Boondocking Magazine Staff It starts with a question.“Anyone know a good spot near Flagstaff?” Within minutes, replies flood in.Coordinates. Photos. A few jokes. Even an invite to share a campfire. That’s how strangers …
If I had to trace my overlanding roots, they’d lead straight back to a frozen January weekend in 2017—deep in Michigan’s Manistee Forest. I’d just joined a small Facebook group called Midwest Overlanders—barely a …
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The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is reportedly exploring plans to expand rustic camping opportunities within the Pigeon River Country State Forest, aiming to meet rising demand while protecting the forest’s wild character. …