Some areas in the northern region of the White Mountain National Forest (Randolph, Gorham, Kilkenny areas and just across the border into Maine) may have some dispersed car camping.A few areas in the Green Mountain National Forest (mainly in the southwestern portion of the state) offer opportunities for free camping.Ready to hit the road? Here are a few ideas to get you started in your quest for free East Coast camping! Northeast Dispersed Camping Adhere to the Leave No Trace principles at all times to minimize your impact on the landscape and environment. Some areas will allow campfires, and typically you can use down wood that you find on site. If you are carrying the equipment for that, you can park the van at a trailhead for the night and hike in. There are TONS of free sites that you can get to by backpacking.Just be sure to verify before setting up camp for the night! You don’t want to be stuck in an illegal spot, or just plain stuck on a road not meant for Escape van travel. People will generally leave reviews that will give some detail and information about what kind of vehicle is needed to access the roads, etc. Websites like Free Campsites and Allstays are HUGE when looking for dispersed camping (and for a local truck stop or Walmart in a pinch). The internet is your friend, to a point (see #3).Always call or stop into a local ranger station to get the most accurate information. Areas that may have once allowed dispersed camping can be closed, inaccessible due to road conditions, etc. Find a big swath of green and narrow it down from there! Some state-managed properties (like the Adirondacks and the Pennsylvania state forests, for example) may have some dispersed camping areas available. Your best bet will be National Forest areas.The cost is usually minimal if there is one, and much cheaper than established car campgrounds. Dispersed camping is generally (but not always) free.Sleeping and camping at trailheads is generally not allowed.Some general tips to help guide your search: Rules of Thumb for East Coast Dispersed Camping
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