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Free Camping in Alaska, Yukon, and British Columbia – Tips + My Favorite Campgrounds

The biggest savings on my 8 week trip from Seattle to Alaska and the Arctic Ocean came from camping, or more specifically free camping in Alaska, Yukon, and British Columbia.  I only spent $150 in camping fees in 8 weeks, with half of this spent camping at festivals.  These are some of my top tips …

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Deadman Lake Campground and Lakeview Campground (Two Incredible Free Campgrounds in Alaska)

When I was in Hyder, Alaska on the far southeast panhandle, I met some really nice people at the top of Salmon Glacier.  I shared some tips on Driving the Cassiar Highway route south and they shared some great tips on visiting Alaska.  One tip they said was to make sure I camped at Deadman …

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Tips for Overnight Camping in Van (Softcore Van Camping)

In 2018, I took the step into light van camping.  So, I googled the phrase “Softcore Van Camping” and what did I find?  A bunch of P*0*R*N.  Yeah, I guess they were doin’ it in a van (I didn’t watch – it’s just a guess!  I swear!!).  Funny enough, if I googled “Hardcore Van Camping”, …

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Best Free Things to Do in the Black Hills

There are 100’s of attractions in the Black Hills, South Dakota trying to separate you from your money during your Black Hills vacation.  This has become a midwest tourism mecca since it is near Mount Rushmore.  A few things are worth it.  But there are also a few free things to do in the Black …

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