How I Find Free Campsites & Resources
From a Full-Time Vanlifer!!
Brianna Walston
Jasper & Banff National Parks, Canada
One of the primary questions I get as a full-time Vanlifer, is how I find free campsites while living on the road. One of my primary tools is iOverlander.com
There is an App, but I don't find it to be user-friendly, so I recommend using your browser!
This is a community-based platform where users can pin locations that may include:
Established Campground
Informal Campsite
Wild Camping
Hotel
Hostel
Fuel Station
Propane
Mechanic & Parts
Water (potable)
Sanitation / Dump Station
Short-Term Parking
Eco‑Friendly Services (recycling, bio‑fuel, etc.)
Restaurant
Tourist Attraction
Shopping
Financial (bank / ATM / currency)
Wi‑Fi
Medical (doctor / clinic)
Pet Services
Laundromat
Showers
Customs & Immigration
Checkpoint (e.g. police or military)
Consulate / Embassy
Vehicle Insurance
Vehicle Shipping
Vehicle Storage
Warning (safety, road hazards)
Overnight Prohibited
Other (miscellaneous places of interest)
Looking for things to do?
Go check out my guide for the best free things to do as well as itineraries and travel tips to make your trip unforgettable.